Hi, I am an incoming MBB consultant post-MBA and I will be starting in a few months. Any advice on how to best get prepared for my new role? Any advice on books to read / skills to sharpen before I officially start? Any advice will be helpful, thank you!
May 13, 2021
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I would tack on as many advanced technical skills as you can with respect to analytics & statistical analysis. Not at MBB, obviously. But I know many consultants who are. These skills should carry over regardless of sector you cover
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