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Most recent answer on Oct 28, 2023

Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 06, 2017

Hello, I have known several people who joined a BCG Paris after having work for a few years in other consulting firms (either top 20 or boutique/specialized) Evaluation criteria during cases interviews will remain rou ... (read entire answer)

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Changing from Tier 2 to MBB

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Hi there, Congratulations on your MBB offer! 1) How bad is to quit my current company and to accept MBB offer? If the MBB company is your dream one, I would go for it, ideally with at least 6 months with the current em ... (read entire answer)

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What are MBB, Tier2 and Big4's specific aspects?

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Hi there, This is a huge question for a Q&A! Happy to help you compare 2 specific firms, but All MBB, Tier2, and Big4 is insanely broad :) Now, let me help you “fish”: Google is your friend. There are a myriad resou ... (read entire answer)

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Leave Tier 2 after 6 months for MBB

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Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 09, 2018

I would either apply as soon as you can or wait promotion/~2 years, especially if you live in a country where up or out is strictly enforced. The reason why is that if you "jump" ship in 6 months for a better opportunit ... (read entire answer)

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Switching from Big4 consulting to MBB

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gave the best answer on Jun 26, 2019

Hi Riccardo, It's always hard to get into MBB. However, previous consulting experience helps and people do come in from the Big4 (albeit it with much more experience). That being said, 1 year as an associate isn't n ... (read entire answer)

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