Does MiM add value to MBB candidates?

Hi there,

Yes a MiM helps. Yes another consulting role helps. Both help!

But I also want to provide some advice that may be not quite what you're expecting: Don't plan your life out based on the dreams of joining 1 or 2 companies - this is a recipe for disappointment!

Yes, shoot for the moon and have ambition. But, please, do a MiM because you want to. Join a Tier 2 because you are excited by the company and role.

MBB is 3 years out. You may not get in even after your masters/consulting role. You may get in and hate it, and wonder why you were so fixated on it. Or, you may get in, love it, and have found your dream spot!

But, appreciate the journey. Think about what you want to be doing NOW, AND in x years, but NOT what specific company you want to work for.

Hi there,

It is difficult to answer without more details, but in general I would recommend the following:

1. Find a referral for BCG and Tier 2 if you have not applied yet
2. Review your CV if you think there are possible improvements and apply for the companies above via referral
3. If you don’t get any offer and the opportunity cost is low (eg offer from companies without a history of opportunity to move to MBB/Tier 2 according to LinkedIn), go for the Master

You can find more on referrals here:

https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/hey-everyonehope-all-is-well-3176

Best,

Francesco

If you are absolutely convinced that MBB is where you want to be and that's your fit, then you can get there indirectly if the direct option hasn't worked. So, yes MiM or via other consulting firms will help. This could be a 2-5 yr process and am sure you know this.

But if this isn't the case and your eyes are set on MBB for wrong reasons (peer pressure, $, moving to UK/Europe etc) then life could turn out rather tough for you. 

I suggest you do your research, speak to as many people as you can and ideally someone who has made similar moves to what you are planning. 

Have a look at this article as well for some ideas you can borrow: https://www.preplounge.com/en/how-do-i-know-which-career-is-right-for-me

Hey there,

Hard to say without seeing your resume. It will definitely be beneficial if

• you don't have a Master's yet
• you have a Master's but from a local university
• you have no business background

However, be aware that London is one of the most competitive consulting markets in the world. Adding a Master's there would not change much tbh. Your chances are much higher in Thailand or other SEA offices.

Cheers,

Florian

It depends on the office but assuming you have studied locally in Thailand, a MiM at a global business school could be beneficial. Only caveat would be that it would be much more the case if you were to apply for the Thailand office over London where it still remains a heavily competitive candidate pool.

Good luck!

Hi!

Let me share with you a resource to help you decide whether you even need to pursue further education or you already have everything that you need as is:

• Expert Guide: Are MBAs worth it?

Best,

Cristian

Hello!

I have seen multiple questions lately in the Q&A regarding doing masters, which one to choose, MBA vs. MiM, which schools to choose (both in US and Europe).

I joined McK after finishing my master in Architecture (totally not related field of study, and still), and I am doing an MBA in MIT atm. Happy to talk about this, and also happy to guide you with MBA applications, something that I have been doing lately. 

Furthermore, I have been a professor in the Master in Management from Instituto de Empresa, in Madrid (MiM in IE Business School). 

Feel free to PM! Cheers, 

Clara