Which one of these groups would be better for a later lateral into a tier 2 firm or MBB? Also, what are the key differences in these groups and the work I will be doing?
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A&M is a great choice. I have actually seen a few cases first hand of people moving between A&M and OW for instance.
To answer your question. I would say both are great choices but with some nuance.
If your goal is a later lateral into MBB or Tier-2 strategy across a range of sectors, A&M CPI generally provides more broadly applicable business-transformation experience that recruiters value.
If you’re aiming specifically at strategy roles within retail or consumer goods, CRG could make you a strong specialist choice—though niche.
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Cristian
Hey there :)
I would say that A&M’s CPI is more focused on performance improvement and operational turnarounds, while CRG tends to lean toward restructuring and crisis management. For a later lateral into tier 2 or MBB, CPI might give you broader strategy and operations exposure that’s easier to translate into generalist consulting roles, whereas CRG is great if you want deep restructuring expertise but can be a bit more niche. In either case, try to get project experience with strategic elements, market assessments, and cross-functional initiatives, as that will position you better for the move.
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