Hey all,

Let me preface that the question is nitpicky but when these firms are judging you by a single piece of paper everything seems to count.

I've read on a number of sources that most firms want to see M/CR on the SAT= 750/750 as a minimum. The Math score is ESPECIALLY important to prove you have the intellectual and analytical horsepower to succeed in consulting. Having said this, I received below a 750 Math (composite 2280). Whereas on the ACT, I received a perfect 36 on Math and a composite 35. I was thinking of listing my ACT Math/Reading/Verbal scores and my SAT Subject scores (both 800 and one is Math Level 2) as proof that I'm also capable with the SAT. Is this a good idea?

I guess two risks I run are...
1. The firm or screener might be biased towards the SAT

Hey all,

I wanted to see what insights people had regarding office politics in different industries, namely IBD/finance vs. Consulting vs. F500. Why does it seem politics in consulting are a lot less than the other two?

Why does it also seem F500 positions suffer the most from office politics and "fitting in"? Is this true?

Is there any industry/job function where promotion and recognition is truly based on merit (while also valuing being a good person and some social skills)?

Thoughts everybody?

HI, I am considering a MS Statistics at Baruch. I have completed BBA and Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Research. I wanted to become Statistical Consultant. Anyone completed MS stats here? appreciate your comments and opinions

Can anyone lay out the framework/structure for this consulting case interview question? It's about PMI. I'm stuck!! : Two companies in the financial service industry have recently merged. You will be addressing the boards of these two companies regarding their upcoming IT integration strategy and have the opportunity to interview the CEO’s of each company involved. What key information would you like to ask the CEO’s to prepare for the board meeting and what will you likely discuss?

Also, how would you lay out your structure for PMI questions in general?

Hey guys,

There have been a few threads, but not too much information on how exit opportunities look after consulting at firms other than MBB, e.g., OW, Booz, ATK, LEK, Deloitte, PwC, Accenture, E&Y. The only common theme is "MBA" but is there anything else? Any strong exits into finance (IB/VC), VC, F500 management, start-up, etc?

If one had to choose between one of the higher-end firms in this range and a BB (that isn't GS/MS/JPM), what would likely be the better move for one's long-term career?

There have been a few threads, but not too much information on how exit opportunities look after consulting at firms other than MBB, e.g., OW, Booz, ATK, LEK, Deloitte, PwC, Accenture, E&Y. The only common theme is "MBA" but is there anything else? Any strong exits into finance (IB/VC), VC, F500 management, start-up, etc?

If one had to choose between one of the higher-end firms in this range and a BB (that isn't GS/MS/JPM), what would likely be the better move for one's long-term career?

How would you suggest I break in? I'm interested in Healthcare Consulting. I thought for the longest time that I would go to medical school, but now I realize that it isn't for me. The issue is that I'm too far into my Biology degree to back out. My schedule is so tightly packed that I won't be able to squeeze in any Economics classes. Any advice is appreciated!

Hi everyone,
I'm a recent graduate whose started at a no-name consulting firm. We work with project management with a few large blue chip tech companies. I'm learning a good bit here but I am really interested in going to a top tier B school in a few years. I know they don't recruit from here but what is the best way to get into MBB. booz, deloitte, accenture l or heck i do like smaller workplaces, so maybe lek, mercer, etc. Just a company with more name recognition so I can be in better position for bschool.

I do have a 3.2 gpa from a top tier LAC so I know that puts me at a disadvantage but where should I start. If i'm an experienced hire then the GPA won't hurt as much right? How long till I can be an experience hire. Anything else I should be doing? any exams I should take? CFA?

Hi all,

I think the best way to begin would be to read some of the recommended resources on this website, however, I understand there is no better way to improve than live practice.

Are there any resources or ways to go about doing this for somebody at home interning during the summer with no one around to practice with? Are there sites that match you up with aspiring consultants? Online programs that can be used to test your performance in the case?

Thanks in advance!

Recently, I have been reading extensively on big data topics, such as business intelligence and predictive analytics. Health analytics struck me as both a fast growing and rewarding field, so my interest peaked upon noticing that Accenture's (my future employer) Analytics sector serves the healthcare industry.

While I'm unsure about which healthcare industry (life sciences, public health, health insurance) would be the best to specialize in at the moment, I am quite eager about a consulting career which revolves around big data in healthcare.

I just have a couple of questions which I'm hoping that you guys can answer for me.

1) Have any of you been involved in any projects centered around health analytics? If so, did you enjoy your experience(s) ?

Very interested in learning more about this group. Just finished sophomore year at a target university interning in a Procurement group for a Global F50.

If anybody has experience or information, please share. Much appreciation.

Does anyone know how good Accenture's Analytics services are and how strong of a background in topics like business intelligence, statistics, and mathematics is required?

Given that I'll be starting as a Systems Integration analyst soon, is it difficult to get a role on an Analytics project?

Hopefully any current and/or former Accenture employees on this forum will be able to help me out.

So this is a random question. But can someone compare these two industries. I have an offer from both and I know i should pick the one I like but as a graduating senior who hasn't worked in either industry before I don't know where to start.

What is the pay like moving up the ladder at these industries.
Which one is safer?
If you were me what would you do?
Anything else you can compare? hours? stress? happiness/fulfillment? money?

Obviously I can just take one if I don't like it try to find another job in the next coming months but I'm just curious.

Both of the offers are at small boutiques.

What is the salary progression for consulting careers?
1st year, 2nd year, 3rd year, mba, etc? Do most people just leave and go into industry, etc?

Im going into my senior year at a Semi-Target undergrad school and want to break into consulting. I have a few decent work experiences with a boutique and a F50 company and I am the head of the Consulting club. The issue is that my cumulative GPA is horrible due to my complacency in my first year. My second year was ok but now good enough around a 3.3. My most recent year however was a 3.9. My cumulative GPA is still around 3.3 but my performance has seen consistent improvement. What are my chances of landing a job and whats the best way to overcome the GPA issue. Thanks for any help you have to offer.

Hi...just wondering if anyone is interested in practicing some case interviews over the next week or so via Skype.

Please leave email or email me at wardd23@gmail. and we can set something up! Thanks.

Has anyone ever worked for a small consulting firm (Less than 20 people)? After graduation I networked with as many people as I could, but nothing panned out. Got great advice, resume help, and pointed in the right direction in terms of how to work towards breaking in.

I am currently a sophomore majoring in economics at a state university and I was contemplating whether or not to pursue a minor. I heard that minoring in statistics will be beneficial but I want to know any other suggestions or advice from anybody that's gotten experience in the consulting industry.

I'm currently a 2nd year IB analyst at a non-GS/JPM/MS/elite boutique firm, and spent ~1.5 year in a Big 4 audit group prior to lateraling into IB. I intend on staying for a 3rd year analyst position in the same bank to lengthen my employment history but don't have plans to pursue direct promotion to associate. After my 3rd year, my options are to move to another company (be it corp dev, strategy, PE) or to go the bschool route at this point.

Big 4 Advisory or second tier BB Finance Division? Which one has more long term growth and earning potential?

I'm doing some job research for my GF and we've came to the conclusion that brand management at a CPG is a good fit for her. However, I can't figure out the standard career path for undergraduate marketing majors to become an assistant brand manager.

Why kind of jobs should she apply to before BM? is it possible to go straight into BM from a non-target school? What should she be reading/studying? Any other tips?

From what I understand, brand management and consulting tackle the same strategic issues but consultants get broad exposure at the cost of not knowing a single product/company/brand extremely well. Your MBB consulting firms will focus more on strategy whereas BM will actually oversee the execution of strategy also.

So I have a few questions. I'm graduating in a month from a top LAC in the west coast I have 2 most likely 3 job offers right now.

The first is a 3 month contract with a boutique consulting firm to work on 1 project over the summer. They work do most there work with 2/3 F50 companies. I would be put on a project, see how I do and then evaluated for a job when they hire in august.

The second is working as an associate at a mutual fund company. <1 billion in assets. Would be doing a little bit of everything. Same deal applies as the first.

credit analyst at a regional bank. Go through training then start working.

I'm currently double majoring in Chinese and Business Economics at a non-target school (Big 12 state university) and I am hoping to break into the consulting field. I just completed my first year, although by credit hours I just finished my sophomore year. I have already secured an internship this summer working in the Operations Process Improvement department (in-house consulting) at a large health insurance company. I understand being from a definite non-target certainly hurts my case, but I also have a 4.0 GPA and a 750 GMAT score on my side.

Hey WSO,

Does anyone know what exit opps are like for a client services / relationship management role at a company like Roubini / Business Monitor / Eurasia Group?

Also, how are these companies regarded when looking at MBA applications? Ideally, I'd like to jump into an MBA program in 4-6 years (I'm graduating UG this year) and go into an associate role in banking. I realize that it's not the typical IBD > PE > MBA > Associate path, but would a career in client services or sales (they say I can likely transition into that) position well for that?

Thanks for all the help.

Hi

I am 6 years out of undergrad with a graduate degree from Columbia. I have worked at several jobs in startups, tech, and political policy. I am interested in possibly transitioning into consulting but have no idea how to find out what type of firm or position would be right for me. What type of general advice would you give to someone in my position?

Thanks

This will be my first consulting interview (very informal though, but I still need to impress them). Any suggestions on the types of questions I should ask? Or what I should be prepared for? I requested to speak with someone to learn more about the position, and they agreed to chat tomorrow.

This division handles consulting from a marketing perspective (think: branding, sponsorship, etc.). Does anyone have any insight on this sector and/or any helpful pointers for my call tomorrow?

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How many hours in total (reading frame structures etc) + practice is recommended to get good at case studies?

I ask this because even though I have time-someone at my college practiced too much and was burnt out by the time he had interviews. I dont want this to ruin my passion for problem solving and cases (which I seem to enjoy from what I have seen-not practiced)

Also, when practicing case studies by yourself how long does it take to do one case? Should I try to do one over full 30 minutes or just quickly go over it?

Hey guys, I have an interview for a summer position with a very small consulting firm that provides advisory services to startups and small businesses. I'm not really sure what to expect. I'm going to brush up on my knowledge of the early stages of a growth company and some basic finance technicals - anything else?

If anyone has any advice it'd be greatly appreciated, thanks!