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Insead MIM vs HEC MIM

Advice insead MBA Application Advice Product Manager

Most recent answer on Apr 22, 2024

Hagen

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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years

Hagen

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gave the best answer on Apr 18, 2024

#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the options! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I would highly advise you to opt for the option that better aligns with your professional (and maybe even p ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 22, 2024 on Apr 22, 2024
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KPMG Strategy vs ERM Sustainable Finance for T15 MBA admission

Big Four - Strategy MBA Application Advice Sustainability

Most recent answer on Apr 05, 2024

Iman

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Systemiq | Ex-BCG | 10 years experience with 8+ specialising in sustainability | Free Intro | Ex-PrepLounge candidate

Iman

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gave the best answer on Apr 04, 2024

Systemiq | Ex-BCG | 10 years experience with 8+ specialising in sustainability | Free Intro | Ex-PrepLounge candidate

Congrats on 2 offers!Short answer: take the ERM role since you want a career in SF. You’re right that KPMG has a stronger brand in general but ERM has a better reputation in sustainability/SF. To be frank, genuine sust ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 05, 2024 on Apr 05, 2024
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Will joining a T2 hurt my career path pre-MBA?

MBA Application Advice MBB T2

Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2024

Benjamin

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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Benjamin

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gave the best answer on Mar 20, 2024

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi, If your goal is to in the long-term, grow in the consulting industry, then i would say its probably better to stay in your current role now and craft a strong story, especially if you are aiming for a top-MBA. Bran ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 21, 2024 on Mar 21, 2024
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General Advice for Consulting Pivot Strategy

Advice Career Advising career change graduate program Master MBA MBA Application Advice recruiting visa visa issues

Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023

Benjamin

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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Benjamin

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gave the best answer on Aug 27, 2023

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi there, Here are my thoughts: However, I am not sure if I will get into the top programs with my short work experience This concern is legitimate Currently, your age and experience is below the average at top bschools ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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MBB Application

Application application process Experienced Hire MBA Application Advice MBB

Most recent answer on Jun 10, 2023

Francesco

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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Francesco

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gave the best answer on Jun 09, 2023

#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi there, 1) Which route I need to take to apply, am I considered an “experience hire” now? Or can I still apply with recent MBA graduates route? Most firms will ask you to apply as experienced hire at this stage. Ple ... (read entire answer)

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on Jun 10, 2023 on Jun 10, 2023
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Consulting Application

MBA Application Advice Online Application

Most recent answer on Nov 14, 2021

Francesco

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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Francesco

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gave the best answer on Nov 13, 2021

#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi there, The email you use doesn’t really have an impact unless you use a personal one that is clearly unprofessional (name.last or minor variations of that are the best choice). Possibly a screening software may be ab ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 14, 2021 on Nov 14, 2021
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Better Move before T-15 MBA

career Career Advising career choice Career choice suggestion consulting Energy Energy Consulting insurance MBA MBA Application Advice

Most recent answer on May 07, 2021

gave the best answer on May 06, 2021

Hi there, First, congratulations on both offers! You have a good problem to have. Now, the first point I would make is: How could you not specialize? Any role you take is technically specializing! Don't get fussed u ... (read entire answer)

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on May 07, 2021 on May 07, 2021
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MBA Application Advice

BCG McKinsey and Bain Career Advising Career Coaching career progression MBA MBA Application Advice MBA Experience MBA graduate MBB

Most recent answer on Apr 30, 2020

Francesco

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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Francesco

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gave the best answer on Apr 04, 2020

#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi Pedro, if you manage to spend some time in MBB before your MBA application, this will increase the chances to be accepted in a top MBA. Your options are not mutual exclusive though, you may try 1 (apply to MBB) and ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 30, 2020 on Apr 30, 2020
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