UG vs. Post-MBA Consulting

Haven't seen to many threads on this...What is the difference in work & responsibilities at the top firms for UG hires vs. MBA? Will be starting my consulting career shortly at the post-MBA level and have no prior consulting experience.

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Yes, as a former engagement manager, it is very much the same. Generally speaking, a Pre-MBA will likely have more of a heavy quantitative module (think: heavy modeling, etc.), whereas a Post-MBA will have more qualitative and relationship-oriented modules (i.e., client interviews, qualitative analysis, etc.)

 

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