Interview Process at McKinsey – 5 Rounds I went through a 5-round interview process with McKinsey, which included 2 rounds with peers and 3 rounds with partners. Each round typically consisted of two components: Case Interview (Market Entry Focus) In several rounds, I was given a market entry case with a strategic business question—for example: “Would you invest $500M in this market? Why or why not?” I was expected to structure the problem, analyze both qualitative and quantitative data, assess market attractiveness, and make a well-reasoned recommendation under time pressure. Personal Experience Interview (PEI) Each round also included a Personal Experience Interview, where I was asked to reflect on past leadership, teamwork, or conflict situations. The interviewer was particularly focused on how I handled challenges, drove impact, and demonstrated McKinsey’s core values such as personal ownership, problem-solving, and inclusive leadership.