Half of BCG's CCA Isn't Math. Are You Prepping for It?

BCG 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 the "right" answer 📌 The elimination strategy that helps you solve the math problems faster 📌 What appearing neutral or inconsistent signals to BCG — and why it's a red flag Subscribe for more consulting news, resources, and practice cases:    / @managementconsulted   Resources: ✅ Join Black Belt – includes 4 CCA practice versions + full interview prep coaching (https://managementconsulted.com/black...) ✅ Book 15 minutes with Katie – talk through your support options and whether Black Belt is right for you (https://calendly.com/management-consu...) Chapters: 0:37 – What the CCA Is — and What It's Not 2:53 – The 3-Part Structure of the Assessment 3:08 – Working Style Examples: Personality Over Perfection 4:58 – Problem-Solving: Speed, Math, and Elimination 7:16 – Logical Reasoning: Reading the Pattern Under Pressure 8:24 – Consistency Is the Real Test (Parts 1 + 3) 9:17 – How Many Practice Runs Actually Move the Needle