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Hey Preploung-community,

ive been wondering wether the programs of MBB mentioned in the title can actually help people to 

1. gain knowledge/skills etc.

2. get internships at the respective consultancies or at other firms in the consulting industry in general.

Id appreciate you guys helping me out :)

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am 12. Juli 2023
#1 rated McKinsey Coach

Hi there, 

Yes, all of these programs help. 

There's no advantage in the recruitment process as a consequence of you participating in them, but by joining them, you:

  • get a better understanding of the consulting job and lifestyle
  • get to practice cases with consultants in workshop-type formats
  • get to meet other candidates who could become case practice buddies

Sharing below a few articles that might help consolidate your understanding of the industry:

Best,
Cristian

Anonym A
am 12. Juli 2023
Thank you for your input. What about the BCG program Future Shaper? Is that one helping my cv aswell or not really?
am 12. Juli 2023
#1 rated McKinsey Coach
There are significant differences in these programs between regions so it's hard to tell how it will help you specifically. What's obvious is that it's better to be part of it than not. If you can join something like this, definitely do it because it will enhance your understanding of the industry and the recruitment process
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am 25. Juli 2023

Hello,

Yes to both! These programs tend to be helpful in terms of giving you knowledge about working as a consultant, advice on your application and interviews, providing an opportunity to develop a network with the firms and to show your interest, and ultimately act as an initial screener of your resume. If you are interested in joining MBB and have an opportunity to attend one of those programs, I definitely recommend applying!

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Anonym A
am 25. Juli 2023
Thank you for your input Sofia. Would you also recommend putting them on your LinkedIn/CV for different Consulting firms? I imagine that that might seem mildy out of place because you have openly shown interest in a different firm than the one you applied to. So do you think its a good idea to put it in on LinkedIn or on your resume in general?
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Coach
am 25. Juli 2023
Yes, I think you can put them on your resume and LinkedIn! Consulting companies know that candidates will be applying to many different places, so there's no disadvantage in terms of having a "competitor name" on your resume.
Ian
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am 11. Juli 2023
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

The short answer is that you should be very excited/happy to get accepted into these. And they are opportunities you should puruse if accepted (and interested in MBB).

1. gain knowledge/skills etc.

Yes, but also depends on what you make of it

2. get internships at the respective consultancies or at other firms in the consulting industry in general.

Yes.

Anonym A
am 11. Juli 2023
Thank you for your help. Though i do have 2 more questions regarding this topic: 1. How selective are the programs? Is it possible for anyone at a decent university to get into them or are they actually declining a decent amount of applicants? 2. Couldnt these programs shine a bad light on your cv if you applied to OW f.e. even thought you have been part of the mckinsey firsthand program? Thanks in advance for your help/reply :)
am 12. Juli 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi there,

1) I’ve been wondering whether the programs of MBB mentioned in the title can actually help people to: gain knowledge/skills 

Most likely yes – it depends on your current level as well.

2) Get internships at the respective consultancies or at other firms in the consulting industry in general. 

Yes – they will validate your CV.

Good luck!

Francesco

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