S23E10: BCG Revamped the CCA – An Ex-BCG Consultant Breaks It Down

About this episode

Katie, an ex-BCG consultant, discusses the updated Consulting Career Assessment and how candidates can better prepare for it.

Send us Fan Mail BCG just updated its Consulting Career Assessment (CCA) and most candidates approach it the wrong way. In this episode, Katie – ex-BCG, Black Belt Advisor at Management Consulted – breaks down the revamped CCA across each section, so you know what to expect. What most candidates miss: this isn't just a math test. BCG is measuring who you are and whether you are consistent in your answers. You'll learn: Why consistency in the working style sections matters more than picking th...

People in this episode

Guest: Katie

Topics covered

• Consulting Career Assessment
• BCG
• Career advice
• Candidate preparation
• Consistency in answers

Keywords

• BCG
• Consulting Career Assessment
• CCA
• candidate preparation
• interview tips

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BCG, Management Consulted

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