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Graduate Training

McKinsey term their graduate trainees "Business Associates". On a team Business Analysts take responsibility for a discrete part of the problem solving for each client engagement. They play a key role in data gathering, contribute to the team's final recommendations, and present their work to senior executives. They also have a voice in determining the team's style and pace of work.

After the training program, business analysts find many different ways to continue their personal and professional development. They often pursue advanced degrees or launch new careers in industry or with nonprofits. Many business analysts with MBAs and other advanced degrees return to McKinsey as associates.

Application Requirements

McKinsey are interested in candidates with a minimum of a 2.1 degree from any discipline. The firm are looking for candidates who have a high degree of logical reasoning and the ability to structure a complex problem. You must have basic numerical competence, as well as a tolerance for ambiguity. Candidates should have an interest in making a difference to those around them through personal assertiveness and the ability to empathise and to communicate openly. Candidates should also demonstrate: team working skills, the ability and willingness to inspire others and confidence (without arrogance).

McKinsey require both local language and English language fluency for all positions in countries where English is not the native language.