Congratulations for the offer!

1. How prestigious is Strategy& in the region

S& is pretty strong in ME. I'd say probably the strongest after MBB.

2. I have the option to be based in Dubai or Riyadh, which one should I choose?

I'd chose whatever you prefer as a place to spend your weekends. I wouldn't assume there's big difference in the offices, but you should talk to current consultants there. I'm sure they'll be happy to put you in touch.

3. Are the exit opportunities good in this firm?

Certainly.

4. I read some bad reviews about the firm in Glassdoor, how accurate are those?

Difficult to judge, but compare them to other firms in the region and look at the qualitative reasons. ME is a tough region to work in consulting in the first place, so this might also be a matter of the region than of the firm.

5. What things should I consider before accepting an offer in general?

Does it feel right? Talk to as many people as possbile and try to figure out if you can picture yourself working in that group for a few years.

6. How easy is it to get international assignments in the firm, do they have good programs for that?

This I don't know. - Sorry -

1. How prestigious is Strategy& in the region

S& brand is quite strong in Middle East, on par with the MBB

2. I have the option to be based in Dubai or Riyadh, which one should I choose?

Dubai is more international so social life will be easier there,specially on weekend, if that is what you looking for.

3. Are the exit opportunities good in this firm?

S& Middle East would offer good exit opportunities

4. I read some bad reviews about the firm in Glassdoor, how accurate are those?

No comment about this, but S& integration with PwC as varying degree of success in different region so maybe the negative comments coming from those regions

5. What things should I consider before accepting an offer in general?

Consulting in Middle East in general is a very though life regardless of firm with demanding client, long hours and cracy travel. Make sure you are up for it.

6. How easy is it to get international assignments in the firm, do they have good programs for that?

If what you mean international assignment is to go into other countries in Middle East I would say quite easy. But outside of region might be a bit challenging

Hello,

Congratulations on the offer!!

1. How prestigious is Strategy& in the region
S& is one of the biggest in the region with numerous projects. Many believe its right after Mckinsey and BCG in terms of prestige.

2. I have the option to be based in Dubai or Riyadh, which one should I choose?
Most consulting projects in the Middle East are in Saudi. So being based in Riyadh might include less travel, but that is not guaranteed. Being You will spend only the weekends in your "Base", so If you're based in Dubai, you may be able to enjoy it on the weekends.

3. Are the exit opportunities good in this firm?
Exit opportunities are good for S&. Not as MBB, but the brand name of S& in the Middle East carries a lot of weight.

4. I read some bad reviews about the firm in Glassdoor, how accurate are those?
I would suggest you speak with consultants working with the firm. The reviews on glassdoor can sometimes include reviews from people who left and did not like the company, so I wouldn't place much emphasis on this.

5. What things should I consider before accepting an offer in general?
The most important thing I believe is being sure that consulting is the right fit for you personally, Work/life balance will not be easy, especially with S& and in the Middle East with tons of travel and long hours. Also analyzing the options you have available before making your decision. As for negotiating the offer, for graduate hires, it is difficult to negotiate and offer, S& though offers a competitive package.

6. How easy is it to get international assignments in the firm, do they have good programs for that?
The HR or consultants in the firm might be able to better help you with that question. most companies do but I dont have any information specificaly for S&.

Hope these help
Cheers,

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Hello !

Congrats on the offer!

My thoughts to your question: