Deloitte S&A vs. Capital One Strat

Deciding between Deloitte and Capital One (both in the strategy groups). Considering internships --> FT for both programs, which would be better for long-term career growth/prospects (prestige, comp, exits)?

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Ah, the age-old question of choosing between two great opportunities. It's like choosing between bananas and apples, both are great in their own ways.

Deloitte S&O is probably considered the #1 of the Big Four and is a well-respected name in the consulting world. It's a larger firm, which can mean more resources and opportunities for diverse projects.

On the other hand, Capital One is a strong player in the finance/tech sector. While it's not strictly fintech, Business Analysts there seem to exit a lot to FAANG and FinTech companies. If you're interested in these sectors, this could be a great stepping stone.

In terms of prestige, both are well-regarded in their respective fields. Compensation would likely be competitive between the two, though this can depend on the specific role and location.

As for exit opportunities, it seems that Deloitte could offer a wide range of options given its size and diverse client base. Capital One, however, seems to have strong ties with big tech and other consumer finance companies.

In the end, it might come down to where you see yourself in the future. Do you want a career in consulting, working with a variety of industries and clients? Or are you more drawn to the tech/finance world?

Remember, there's no wrong choice here, just different paths to peel the banana. Good luck with your decision!

Sources: Capital One BA vs MBB, Choosing between McKinsey, Bain, and BCG?, Big 4 is Paradise, Deloitte S&O vs. LEK

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It really depends on what you value

Deloitte S&A would have a larger variety of projects and a wider range of exit ops. If you want experience across different industries and want to exit to anything other than tech, finance, or corp strat I think Deloitte is the move. 

C1 pays higher, has better WLB, and has a better promotion schedule. If you like finance/tech or plan on committing to C1, I think it is a better deal. I've heard so many good things about the C1 culture and the work seems pretty cool. I think most people from C1 exit to big tech or finance because C1 is a very tech focused bank. 

Personally I'd take C1 because I think it would be more enjoyable/pay higher to work there, but again it really depends on what you value.

 

Thanks for the insight @dickstroke . Does C1 really have a faster promotion schedule than Deloitte? For me the WLB is a big factor in my decision but I assumed that Deloitte, as a consulting firm, would have a faster upwards trajectory. Also wondering specifically for an internship, which of the two would be better for re-recruiting full-time at MBB if it even makes a difference. 

 

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