Get Active in Our Amazing Community of Over 448,000 Peers!

Schedule mock interviews on the Meeting Board, join the latest community discussions in our Consulting Q&A and find like-minded Case Partners to connect and practice with!

How does the Consulting Q&A work?

Anyone can ask a question
Anyone can write an answer
Upvotes let answers rise to the top
What would you like to ask or discuss?

Former M&A banker seeking advice for pivot into Corporate Venture Building via MBB or agency (IDEO, Frog, Board of Innovation etc.)

BCG Digital Ventures Finance background venture architect
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2022
Anonymous gave the best answer on Nov 30, 2022
Hey, Based on my interview experience with BCGDV, I can say that they really value first-hand entrepreneurship experience. In that sense, that experience definitely would be valuable. On the other hand, they expect fund ... (read entire answer)
3
Answers
806
Views
21
Total Upvotes
on Dec 01, 2022 on Dec 01, 2022
Last Activity

Venture Building firms

BCG Digital Ventures venture architect Venture Capital
Most recent answer on Aug 19, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 18, 2022) is from:
Kiran
Expert
Former McKinsey Consultant (ranked top 3-5%)|McKinsey interview coach, 50+ sessions|30% off first session|Tech Investor
Kiran
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 18, 2022
Former McKinsey Consultant (ranked top 3-5%)|McKinsey interview coach, 50+ sessions|30% off first session|Tech Investor
Hi there, I can't give much insight into other firms but I was involved in building LEAP by McKinsey in the Middle East. The way a typically LEAP engagement might run: Ideation phase (2 weeks): Look at the existing busi ... (read entire answer)
2
Answers
1.1 k
Views
21
Total Upvotes
on Aug 19, 2022 on Aug 19, 2022
Last Activity

MBB Digital: Maximize application chances?

BCG BCG Digital Ventures Client and MBB recruiting recruitment
Most recent answer on May 02, 2022
The best answer (on May 02, 2022) is from:
Moritz
Expert
ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos
Moritz
Expert
gave the best answer on May 02, 2022
ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos
Hi there, The difference between the two paths is basically generalist vs. specialist. Question is whether you have to apply for one or the other, or whether you can do both - do you know? What this comes down to is you ... (read entire answer)
8
Answers
1.3 k
Views
23
Total Upvotes
on May 02, 2022 on May 02, 2022
Last Activity

Career Progression - how do you see BD roles within MBB?

BCG BCG Digital Ventures Greater China Hiring Timeline MBB Consulting
Most recent answer on Oct 22, 2021
Anonymous A asked on Oct 08, 2021
I aspire to become a venture architect or a strategy designer at the design/digital branch of MBB. And I have a few questions for you: 1. How does the start-up branch of MBB (BCG in particular) compared with the traditi ... (read entire question)
1
Answer
719
Views
0
Total Upvotes
on Oct 22, 2021 on Oct 22, 2021
Last Activity

BCG Digital Ventures - Recruitment process (Any case?)

BCG BCG Digital Ventures venture architect
Most recent answer on Aug 02, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 02, 2021) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 02, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, BCG DV generally does not to case studies and rather opts for a combination of behavioral, brainstorming, and hand-on exercises (including take-home assignments).
1
Answer
1.7 k
Views
4
Total Upvotes
on Aug 02, 2021 on Aug 02, 2021
Last Activity

Is it possible to move between BCG Platinion, BCG Digital Ventures or BCG Gamma?

BCG BCG Digital Ventures BCG gamma BCG Platinion
Question edited on Jul 19, 2020
The best answer (on Jul 19, 2020) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 19, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, 100%! Before I left, I heavily considered moving into BCG GAMMA instead of switching to another data analytics company. When joining, I also heavily considered a path that would lead to BCG Digital Ventu ... (read entire answer)
3
Answers
2.6 k
Views
14
Total Upvotes
on Jul 19, 2020 on Jul 19, 2020
Last Activity
6 results

Consulting Q&A – Ask Questions about Your Career

In this overview, you will find all the questions asked so far by the PrepLounge community. Anyone can ask questions and write answers. Our coaches are also happy to share their expertise. If you like an answer, give it an upvote so that it rises to the top. Here you can also find our guidelines and FAQs for the Consulting Q&A.

How likely are you to recommend us to a friend or fellow student?
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
0 = Not likely
10 = Very likely