[LDN] Bain: Can you be referred for Grad scheme (AC)?
As above. I have a couple of contacts at Bain but I was wondering whether it’s worth reaching out or not. Can you be referred for the Associate Consultant programme?
As above. I have a couple of contacts at Bain but I was wondering whether it’s worth reaching out or not. Can you be referred for the Associate Consultant programme?
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, yes, you can be referred for Bain's Associate Consultant (AC) program. Networking and securing referrals can significantly enhance your application, especially for competitive roles like the AC program. If you have contacts at Bain, it’s definitely worth reaching out to them. A strong referral from someone within the firm can help your application stand out and may even provide you with insights into the recruitment process.
Sources: Have I messed up my future?, BCG & Bain 2024 Summer Associate/AC, Received offers from all three MBB firms and don't know what to do, Is BCG a viable path to Private Equity?, Q&A: Johnson (Cornell) 2nd Year MBA Ask Me Anything
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