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Can you go from Big 4 to MBB?
Yes, it is, since they hire more people, the process is less structured and the criteria are less demanding. If you want to work for MBB later I do not recommend thinking about strategy consulting or ops consulting separately.
Is Big 4 consulting hard to get into?
Getting into the Big 4 as an entry level consultant is tough going. You will need to begin the process during your junior or, at the latest, senior year of college. You will also need to have an exceptional GPA, be attending a top school, and be well above average in interview settings.
How do I transition from audit to strategy consulting?
A good way to transition to strategy consulting is to get an MBA from a Top 5 or Top 10 business school. What that does is signal that even though audit is not perceived as a prestigious field, according to the top business school that admitted you, you are one of the most talented people coming out of audit.
Is management consulting a good career for MBA students?
Many MBA students consider management consulting as their next big step after graduation. They are deeply impressed and extremely excited by the high-profile, high-paying careers that most consultants build. They quickly make up their mind when recruiting firms arrive at their top b-schools and make an attractive sales pitch.
How is the information and knowledge-based economy changing the consulting industry?
Today, the information and knowledge-based economy is creating new opportunities and challenges for consultants, who can find enough work and be well paid for their services, provided they are able to cope with complex and rapidly changing conditions, and meet the demands of increasingly sophisticated clients.
How hard is it to become an internal consultant?
It isn’t as hard as you may think. A successful internal consultant needs three things to enable success; two of which they need to have from the outset and one which you need to provide. The former two are skills and personal traits, and the latter is organizational position.