Crafting a T2 to MBB Story (Undergrad Senior)

Hi Monkeys,

As I'm preparing for my upcoming interviews with all 3 of the MBB firms, I'm at a loss as to what I should say to justify making the leap from my full-time offer from a T2 (S&/ATK/LEK/Deloitte S&O/EY-P) firm.

Obviously, there's the better exit options and better opportunities, but I can't exactly say that in the interviews. What should I say?

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You need to identify what about each specific MBB firm is so special that would compel someone at a T2 firm (when that T2 is very similar to an MBB in nearly every way) to want to leave. A couple of ideas to get you started:

Bain: leading market position in finance & private equity... best place to go if you want to support industry-shaping transactions and help principal investors deliver superior value

BCG: emphasis on research, innovation, and intellectual capital. Often described as being similar to a University, in which new consultants are like students and partners are analogous to tenured faculty. Boston roots are also cool if you're from New England

McK: incredible thought leadership in terms of challenging traditional assumptions about capitalism and advocating for a longer-term strategic outlook, has helped define the future of management consulting, and holds influence and relevance across all three sectors (e.g. public, social, and private sectors)

 

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