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Why move from Deloitte to BCG

BCG Big Four - Strategy BIG3 Big4 Deloitte From Big4 to to Big3 strategy consulting

Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2023

Raj

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gave the best answer on Dec 16, 2023

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Hello! Congratulations on securing an interview with BCG. When discussing why you want to move from Deloitte Consulting to BCG, focus on the unique opportunities and experiences that BCG offers. Highlight your desire t ... (read entire answer)

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MBB referral inquiry

and Bain BCG From Big4 to to Big3 MBB McKinsey

Most recent answer on Dec 04, 2023

Cristian

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Cristian

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gave the best answer on Dec 02, 2023

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Hi! That's great to hear that you have these contacts. You need to ask them directly how the referral process works in their office. Some offices have a referral database where they would submit your application, where ... (read entire answer)

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Possible to move to MBB without an MBA?

Bain Bain & Company BCG big four Big4 Boston Consulting Group From Big4 to to Big3 McKinsey McKinsey & Company

Most recent answer on Oct 23, 2022

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Yes, it is possible. But you will be recruiting to a 1st year analyst role. Hopefully you have good academic credentials and make sure you have a well written CV (and network your way into an interview).

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Big 4 to Big 3

Deals Strategy From Big4 to to Big3 Transaction Services Value Creation

Most recent answer on Jul 05, 2022

Francesco

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gave the best answer on Jul 04, 2022

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Hi there, Q: Are there any advice I can do to ensure that I will be in a great position when the opportunity to apply come? Also are there any suggested ways I can do to network and get referral. If you want to get an ... (read entire answer)

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Moving from Big 4 Advisory into MBB?

Big Four - Strategy From Big4 to to Big3

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Moritz

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gave the best answer on Jan 17, 2022

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Irrespective of your previous rejections, we don't have enough to go on to give a reasonable estimation as to whether you tick the right boxes. Your age and background seem appropriate but there's more to it, of course. ... (read entire answer)

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Operations Consulting vs. Deals/Transactions at Big 4 - which is more attractive for MBB?

Big 4 From Big4 to to Big3 MBB

Most recent answer on Mar 23, 2021

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gave the best answer on Mar 23, 2021

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Hi there, In general if: The brand of the operations consulting role is good (eg Tier 2) You enjoy operations and would be willing to work there in MBB Then I would choose the consulting role. Otherwise it is ... (read entire answer)

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Switching from Big 4 to Big 3 - tips to effectively justify the choice in the Cover Letter

From Big4 to to Big3

Most recent answer on Jan 09, 2021

Vlad

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Vlad

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gave the best answer on Jan 04, 2021

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi, Here are some other ideas that you can use to structure your thoughts: You can start with general facts about the local office. Something like “Sidney office is the fastest growing McKinsey office worldwide.” ... (read entire answer)

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