GAFA vs. MBB: which has the better reputation?

Question

Overall, how would you compare the reputation between tech companies like google, apple, facebook and amazon vs. consulting firms like McKinsey, BCG or Bain??

Answer 1

Hi Anonymous,

both the groups are top for reputation in their respective sectors (of course, in tech companies it would depend on what exactly you do, as there are more roles than in MBB). For exit opportunities however, while tech companies’ reputation would come handy in the tech world, MBB reputation would come handy in every sector, as exit options are broader there.

There are several other differences between the two worlds:

Tech companies plus

Less hours and comparable compensation till a certain level of seniority
IT interaction (not only business one)
More learning about innovation
Less formal environment in terms of hierarchy, dress code, etc

Consulting plus

Multiple clients and industries
Faster career growth after the initial 3-4 years
In general, more strategy projects, less operations
Extremely broad exit opportunities

In general, I would not choose based on reputation only (for which all the companies you mentioned would be great), but for the kind of experience you would like to have based on the previous points, and where you see yourself in 5-10 years.

Hope this helps,

Francesco

Answer 2

Really depends on what you are looking for

Answer 3

Hi there, I agee with the other answer. Best possible way is to reach out to people working for those companies and... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I agee with the other answer. Best possible way is to reach out to people working for those companies and ask them for a quick chat. It is important to also gather fe... (read entire answer)

Answer 4

I fully understand the concern. Honestly, the best way to address it is to speak directly with the recruiter. That's... (read entire answer)

I fully understand the concern. Honestly, the best way to address it is to speak directly with the recruiter. That's because there are also differences between role ‘hierarchie... (read entire answer)

Answer 5

Hi there, It is difficult to judge based on the limited information you shared. A few questions for you to think if t... (read entire answer)

Hi there, It is difficult to judge based on the limited information you shared. A few questions for you to think if this is a fair deal: Are you keeping a fair share of the reve... (read entire answer)