CFA Alternatives for Management Consulting
I am finishing up college in May, and managed to land an entry level analyst job with Deloitte in the consulting practice. I plan on going back to get an MBA in 2 years and hopefully taking a shot at MBB.
I passed the CFA level I last June and am currently deciding whether or not to continue. From what I hear, it is not very useful for management consulting, which is absolutely where I want to stay.
However, getting in to a top B school will probably be an issue for me, since my undergrad GPA is not outstanding. I am wondering if going for the next 2 levels would help my chances at getting in to a top school, in which case it would certainly be worth it.
I was wondering if anyone knew of any alternatives to the CFA that are equally rigorous and helpful on an MBA app but may be more useful to consulting. I think the CFA is a good option, but I am wondering if there is something that would be a better use of my time.
I was also looking in to getting a graduate certificate with Stanford in management science, but would do this concurrently. My idea is to take the Level II in June before I start work while I have plenty of time to dedicate to it, then start working on something else to boost my CV on the side while at Deloitte.
Would greatly appreciate any input, thanks guys!
This doesn't answer your question, but just some food for thought: You know you won't be eligible for Deloitte's GSAP program until after you finish your 2nd year there, right? You'll end up having to stay for 3 years to get the sponsorship for b-school. I just had a friend try to leave for school after only 2 years, and they told him that he wouldn't be able to get GSAP if he left (something about having to apply for GSAP after 2 years at the firm, and not being able to apply to schools until after he got into GSAP if he wanted sponsorship).
That being said, you'd probably be better served studying and blowing your GMAT out of the water. Also, many people suggest developing an alternative transcript for those who have less than ideal undergrad GPAs. How low was your GPA anyway?
Add giving your 100% best shot at the GMAT to your plan (its good for 5 years)
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