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Is financial advisory (big four) a good stepping stone to consulting?

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How hard is it to excel in top consulting firms?

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Chances of making Partner in MBB?

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No alumni and network in the firms I want to apply. How could I find referrals?

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How to proceed "brainstorming solution" and what questions to ask?

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Revenue Frameworks

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Any suggestions for a cover letter to McKinsey, BCG, Bain ?

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BCG soon ahead of McKinsey regarding Revenue & Prestige?

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MBA degree / skill set not valuable to boutique consulting firms?

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How to interview for senior management role?

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Could anybody help to have a look at my CV and cover letter? I am going to apply for a consultant role.

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Do McKinsey experienced associate hires receive the same sign-on bonus as post-MBA associate hires?

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Recieved reject letter - can I reapply through referral?

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