Dream: work for MBB (generalist, not tech team) in the USA.
Fact: I'm completing my Bachelor degree in Computer Science in Italy.
I think that the best way to break into Consulting is to join a top business school for a master.
I see two options:
1) Apply for a graduate programme in the USA. The cost is superior (comparated to European business schools) and my fear is that it would be difficult to obtain a visa to work there. If the visa wouldn't be a problem I think that I'll have much more chances to join a consulting firm in the USA with this option.
2) Apply for an European business school, join MBB and after a while, request a transfer to US office.
Does anyone see other options or has direct experience with visa in the USA?
In Italy is required a master degree to join MBB, so I should go to an Euroean top business school. In addition, I think it's very difficult to get a work in the USA for a foreigners with no work experience. What do you think about apply for a master in management in a top US business school?
MBB in the US won't hire you directly. But a large company looking for an undergrad in consulting will (happens all the time in Silicon Valley). If in Italy they require a masters - then instead of pursuing a masters abroad, apply to other european locations as they may not have the same requirement. By the way I don't think Mckinsey is asking for a masters. Double check that. Regarding a masters in management in the US I dont recommend it. What is valued in the US (and abroad) is an MBA, so you will have a major expense as well, but the benefit in not even close.
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