fellow apes, how does the pipeline look for consulting folks out of t10 MBA looking to move to PE funds (investment related roles and not operational arms of PE) with limited-to-no previous investing experience for an international?
Would you ascribe greater than random chance or minimal chance of making it?
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Based on previous WSO threads, transitioning to Private Equity (PE) from consulting, especially post-MBA, can be challenging but not impossible. Here are some key points to consider:
Background and Experience:
MBA Program:
International Considerations:
Pipeline and Opportunities:
Referral and Interview Process:
Likelihood of Success:
In summary, while the transition from consulting to PE post-MBA is challenging, it is achievable with the right preparation, networking, and leveraging the resources of a top MBA program.
Sources: Ask me anything - Non Traditional Background to MM PE to H/S/W, Can someone break down PE Associate exit opportunities?, Private Equity to Consulting Switch, Why is MBA -> IB so accepted, but MBA -> PE is a rare occasion?, A Few Observations on Investment Banking Exit Opportunities
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