I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company in Aug 2010
Interview
It is McK round one
1) written test. (PST) 1h, 26 questions, 3 business scenarios. Lots of information and charts, lots of calculations. Work your math fast and make some guess in the end
2) Group case. No judgement on this part, mostly get you familiar with the real interview. Easy. And ask for feedback from your facilitator
The interview is structured exactly as the preparation materials describe, i.e. personal fit and case. All interviewers were friendly and supportive. After each interview round I received helpful feedback. The cases are not easy but fair.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions regarding the case. Interviewer will led the case though
First, there is a computer test screening. Then, you get invited for the first round interview, usually conducted by an AP. Then, for second round, you have two interviews with Partners. You get feedback quickly, less than a week between interview and feedback
3 stage interview with increasing seniority. Opportunity to prepare with current colleagues prior to interview which was useful. Straight forwards process, no big suprises if you prepare in advance but prep is needed