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Diego

on Oct 24, 2017

Global

Firms that hire social science PhDs?

Hi,

I'm finishing my PhD in Sociology and would like to transition into consulting. I know MBB actively recruit PhDs in all disciplines, but I am wondering what other firms would be interested in hiring someone who is coming from a social science PhD. anyone have any tips?

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Benjamin

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on Jun 08, 2024

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi,

You are right that firms hire from all backgrounds, even T2 firms. Based on my previous experience at Kearney, this happened there as well.

You can read my article for some tips about breaking into consulting from a social science background:

Breaking into consulting with a liberal arts background

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Monitor Deloitte, Strategy& also hire non quant PhDs in the US

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