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Is McKinsey more difficult to get than Goldman?
Im a junior at wharton looking for a summer job. Someone told me that the big three consulting firms are harder to get than bbs . Is this true? What kind of wharton undergrad gpa do you need to have to get a first round at these places?
Undergrad Case Interviews
Hi all, I'm a junior in college applying to summer programs at consulting firms, and I'm just curious as to how in depth I need to go into in terms of studying for the case. I have "Case in Point" and have glanced at Victor Cheng's website, and was wondering to what extent I need to master the...
my name
so during networking sessions and while e-mailing alumni for advice, etc - i always introduce myself by my nickname because its easier to pronounce and remember. however my resume and cover letter only refer to my full legal name (which most people can't pronounce and doesn't really seem correlated...
What's wrong with operational work? Why hate?
Just curious, why do a lot of people on this form look so poorly upon "execution and project management" and operation work? To me, they are key functions that would help any business and are just as, if not more, important than strategic work. Is it boring, not intellectually stimulating...? If I...
What car do you drive?
I'll be starting work this year at LEK and I'm getting a car soon. I'm considering something like a preowned (probably between 2003-2008) BMW 3-series, Infiniti G, or Acura TL. In a driving city (Not NY). Does this work for a first year consultant out of college? What cars do the consultants on here...
national guard + consulting
hey everyone, tried searching but wasn't able to find a solid answer. i have been thinking about joining the air national guard reserve for some time now, to better myself and to beef up my resume for b-school admissions, which i plan to apply ~4 years from now. is consulting + reserve service...
Recent college grad looking to switch careers....am i nuts?
Hi everyone,
Case Interview Practice Buddy
Hi guys, My friend told me that this could be a good place for me to get some help. I'm looking for someone who can shoot me cases over skype or a phone. I can also play the part of an interviewer as well if its another student. I'm located in San Francisco, CA. Looking for some practice, but I...
Google PM vs Mckinsey BTO
I recently graduated with a PhD (in EE) and I was fortunate to get two wonderful job offers. I am currently torn between taking a position as a Product Manager at Google or an Associate at McKinsey Business Technology. I would eventually like to start my own company. I am not sure in which field,...
Opinions on Offers?
I have offers from the following companies for FT positions out of undergrad: 1) An MBB 2) IBM GBS Public Sector 3) Booz Allen Hamilton - division related to IT/Systems development; info about BAH in general would also be appreciated I would like to learn more about the following factors at these...
underage and in the city
so like many of you on this site, im gonna be working in nyc this upcoming summer. unfortunately, im only gonna be 20 yrs old while the rest of my friends and everyone else at work is 21+ and generally really outgoing- i.e. they like to "have fun". i dont wanna be the outcast and would like to go...
From medical school to consulting or banking?
I went to college at a school ranked in the 20s with a minor in business and I will be finishing medical school in 2012 at a school ranked in the 10s. GPA is 3.9 in college, and my grades are above average in medical school. My questions: 1. how competitive am I for a job at a consulting firm or...
Computers @ MBB
Hi Monkeys, Do I need to buy a new laptop? The happs: -An act of God took mine away this week. No negligence on my part, but it's gone. -I am starting at MBB end of next summer. I know they will issue me a work computer. -I am already out of school and don't have a job that requires a laptop. -I am...
Future Army officer aiming to be a management consultant
Hey fellow monkeys. Hello to you from the lovely state of Arizona where it is a beautiful 75 out, only days from Christmas. I am a junior at Arizona State studying finance. I have a 3.7 GPA, am a proud brother of Delta Upsilon, and am in Army ROTC. My career plan is to serve 4 years as an Army...
Capgemini Reputation (Strategy and Transformation and Life Sciences)
I know Vault rankings ballpark the prestige, work-life balance, etc relatively well, but I was wondering what is the reputation of Capgemini ? I know their bread and butter is tech consulting, but I was wondering about those groups. How is Capgemini vs more well known 2nd tier firms like Accenture ,...
MBB satellite office vs OW GMC NYC
Hi Guys, What's your opinion on post-undergrad offers from satellite office of MBB (think like minneapolis) vs OW GMC (specifically healthcare practice) in NYC , especially around exit opportunities? I would like to transition to VC or PE down the road. Thank you!
Exit Ops: Economic Consulting
Does anybody know what the exit ops are like at places like Charles River Associates, NERA, and LECG? I feel well positioned to get a job in the economic consulting industry, but I wouldn't want to get stuck there for life. I'm hoping I'd be able to transition to roles in investment...
Best internships to move into consulting
Besides management consulting (these internships are extremely rare in my country, most firms don't do them) and banking (not particularly interested), what kinds of work experience would be good for getting into the top tier strategy firms as a graduate? I have an offer for Risk Advisory at a Big4...
OW, Parthenon, LEK, Monitor to Middle Market PE
Can anyone enlighten me on the difficulty of breaking into PE from one of these firms with about 3 years of work experience? I am targeting regional small/ mm PE firms and trying to gauge how realistic this proposition is and how much of an uphill battle it will be. And also, I graduated from a...
Breaking in to consulting?
I really want to work in consulting after I graduate, but the problem is I go to a not so hot school and my gpa is an abysmal 3.4. I did very poorly my first half of undergrad and have done very well after to make up for it. For e.cs: I've been a resident adviser and have been an r.a in a lab. Also...
Advice needed for science PhD wanting to be competitive
Hey all: I'm currently a science PhD student (2nd year) and would like some advice on where to go from here to get into consulting. I still plan on finishing my PhD.
Working As Audit Client for Deloitte = C-block?
I recently submitted my resume to Deloitte . I have a competitive-enough profile (decent Ugrad, GPA, extracurriculars) plus close to 2.5 years of consulting experience at a large IT consulting firm (my projects varied a lot so I've done way more than just IT stuff) I started at right after I...
MBB Housing / Transportation Allowance
Hi monkeys, Did anyone receive an offer that includes a large portion of what might otherwise be the base salary earmarked for "housing and transportation allowance"? If so, do you know how this may be spent? Can I buy a car with this money? Can I make payments on a car with this money? A car is an...
got shat on despite good uni and grades, need help with CV - with new cv
So I've just been turned down for a lot of interviews for full time consulting positions in London and New York. I guess I don't have much work experience, which must have been what fucked me. Now I'm considering applying to banks for summer internships and then doing a masters degree for a year and...
Case interview practice via skype (or in Toronto)?
Hi, Looking to prep for upcoming McK, Monitor case interviews via skype - anyone interested? Skype name is collinla. Laura
Strategy Consulting
Hi, Can someone please tell me what exit options does a strategy consultant with good amount of experience have? Do you guys think that with around 5 years of strategy consultancy experience, say at MBB , one can open his own consulting firm? Also, what is a typical hierarchical structure for a...
Applying to McKinsey- Need Resume Advice!!!
I plan to apply to McKinsey . Would like an honest review of my resume, and chances of a first round interview. http://www.razume.com/documents/17631
Case interview practice buddy - chicago!
hey monkeys, is there anyone in chicago would mind helping me with case interview studies? i bought case-in-point and have been studying on it, have another interview coming up in december and would like to practice with someone. it would only be like 45 min.thanks everyone
Accenture vs. JPM AM
I'm an undergrad at a top 15 school. I have an offer with JPM Asset Management and Accenture consulting. I am more interested in the consulting field, but I also know that I want to go into a jd/ mba program in the future. My undergrad gpa is high (within the top 5% of the class) and I will be...
Is making Partner worth the hype
For those who have made it to Partner - is making Partner worth the hype? The "carrots" seem to be the omnipresent golden handcuffs and perks that at a minimum stroke the ego. What else is there? What additional exit options are available once you become Partner? For those who stepped out before...
GE Capital, A&M, or Huron?
Hi everyone, First of all, let me thank those of you who helped me out during the consulting firm research process and the case interview process. As it stands, I'm considering a few opportunities right now. 1) GE Capital's RMP program (like FMP, rotational leadership risk program) 2) Analyst at...
Putnam Associates
Does anyone know about Putnam Associates? What are their reputation and exit opportunities?
Hourly Pay: PE, HF, VC, banking, strat consulting, IT consulting, gov contracting
Which field has the highest hourly pay?
Google or Consulting (BTA)!??
Hello everyone I'm really needing some help here in deciding between two enticing job offers.... The offers are between the Google account manager position and a consulting position (BTA from Deloitte Consulting). In addition, Im also waiting to hear back from Microsoft for the product manager role.
What are my chances at MBB/other top firms?
Hi everyone, I'm a senior in undergrad looking to hopefully get into a top-tier consulting firm as an analyst next year after I graduate. My junior internship was done at a law firm, as I had previously wanted to go to law school after undergrad, but after reassessing my options consulting looks...
General unhappiness
How do you folks deal with general consulting unhappiness? You know, when you get staffed on that project... when you feel like you're not getting paid enough, when you want to jump ship. When you're on the road and you hate yourself and generally want to quit. How do you convince yourself to suck...
MBB starting salary for PhDs
Can anyone comment on the typical MBB starting salary/comp for someone with a non-business-related PhD?
Want to potentially start a consulting club at school
Hi, I go to a non-target and I potentially want to get into consulting. I was considering starting a consulting club, but I don't really know how, even if I manage to start one what I will do in it, and that's making it hard for me to pitch it to teachers. I don't go to a school near a major...
PWC ADVISORY ASSOCIATE INTERVIEW
hey everyone. so i was able to land a second interview, this time with PwC !!! i have a couple questions that i hope someone can answer. the interview consists of 2 45min interviews and a senior session (Q&A panel). the position i applied for is advisory associate in health care. should i be...
Business consulting in a top economic consulting shop
What is the work like in the business/strategy consulting area in top econ consulting shops (Analysis Group, CRA, etc.) Can you speak on the projects, clients, exit opps, compensation, prestige. anything and everything.
Accenture Internship recruiting
I have some contacts at Accenture . Does anyone know when Accenture starts recruiting for summer interns? I go to a non-target interested in mgmt consulting.
Seeking: final interview case practice buddy
Been invited to final round in four weeks. Would like to practice case interviews . Anyone want to Skype with me? PM if interested and good luck to all!
Biotech/Pharma/HC - BCG or McK stronger?
Hello, I am considering to enter consulting as an ADP, coming with a science background and a PhD from a large Bay Area Biotech company. Keep reading and hearing (from McK consultants though) that McK is doing significantly more in my sector than BCG. Is that true? Anyone here with some insight?...
PE firms that hire consultants
Hi guys, I just thought it would be a good idea to start a thread to create a complete list of PE firms that typically hire consultants. Let me kick it off with the following: Bain Cap Golden Gate Berkshire Charlesbank AEA Any others you can add?
2011 Starting Salaries
What are the offer packages for MBB analysts this year? McKinsey and Bain appear to be at 70+5. Any word on BCG? Oliver Wyman? Parthenon?
Strategy roles outside of Consulting
I would love the work of a strategy consultant but I'm not willing to travel extensively at this point in my life. Are there any options out there? I've found some corporate strategy jobs but most are looking for people w/ 2-3 years consulting experience. Is there another option I haven't...
How to get to MBB from here?
I have been pleasantly surprised with the responses I have seen to people asking for help on the forum, hoping you can assist me in my decisions here... I would like to get into management consulting , specifically MBB , but am wondering if I stand a chance, given the background of everyone in the...
lateralling in consulting
I know it's common to lateral as an Analyst in IB , but is this also common in management consulting (at the entry-level positions straight out of ug)? If so when does the process start and do all firms look to recruit laterals?
Quick help needed!
Folks, my first time with a post- bear with me here I joined a consulting company a few days ago. A partner who pushed my case and got me the job offer is leaving for another company. I have a lunch meeting with him on Friday. I was always interested in that other company and took this offer up coz...
IBM Business Analytics and Optimization
Hey Guys, I've been a reader of this forum for quite a while but first time posting. I was wondering if anyone could shed some light on IBM's Business Analytics and Optimization consulting arm. I'm an undergrad senior who just interviewed with them for an FT entry level consultant position and after...
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