As someone who went to mck and now is in a role where I hire ex consultants I can confidently tell you that there is not much difference in your perception between the two firms. 

The only real difference is the size of the alumni pool. McKinsey has a significantly larger pool and therefore more people to help you in your search and more opportunities you can reach out to people for  recommendations. But that alone is not worth working for a company you're not excited by. 

First of all, congratulations on the two offers!

You really can't go wrong. The difference in brand is not significant from my point of view. And it sounds like you made an informed decision based on what is important to you and what you value. 

So go ahead with it. 

If you're starting soon, I'm sharing with you two articles with tips that you might find useful as a fresh consultant:

• Expert Guide: How to Become A Distinctive Consultant
• Expert Guide: How to Manage for Lifestyle in Consulting

Best,
Cristian

Hi,

you chose one MBB over another. You will be fine either way. This is a total non-issue.  It sounds like you already factored in a series of parameters important to you to pick a team in this luxury decision. So roll with it and don’t waste your time second guessing yourself. As a consultant, you also need to make informed decisions and stand by them. Use this as a practice situation.

Enjoy your time at BCG and best of luck 

Hey, congrats on two offers!

I suggest you don't stress about it since you've already made your decision based on the factors that are important to you.

Besides, BCG company culture is generally considered more friendly than that of McK.

Regarding the exit opps: honestly, I think that your networking skills play a much greater role than the particular MBB you've got on your CV.

Enjoy your time at BCG and good luck,
Nick
 

Hi,

McK is the bigger firm than BCG, and in -some- instances more ‘prestigious' (e.g. man on the street may have heard of McK but not BCG). 

But in my experience working in a developing region, MBB is regarded in the same tier. People (businesses) who are likely to matter will know BCG as well. 

Will there be more doors that McK can open? Maybe. But that's not something you should worry about. Rather, work towards what you want instead of worrying about what could have been. 

All the best!

Hi there,

You weighed the factors and made the decision that benefits you most. I see nothing wrong with that!

All the best at BCG! Exciting journey ahead.

Cheers,

Florian

You can't really go wrong between the two. Particularly if you were not that convinced with Mckinsey in the first place.

Well, you picked a good dsay for it given the McKinsey China news coming out!

You made your decision. They are both in the same tier for a reason!

No mistake made and no regret needed :)