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Is it possible? State Gov and NFP to Strategy Consulting

Transition from industry
Most recent answer on Dec 10, 2022
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Hi there,  Thanks for the overview.  Not having a traditional background shouldn't be a problem. What's important is that you start carving a personal story and value proposition that would explain why you want to make ... (read entire answer)
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From startup to management consulting

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mid-career gap to MBB

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This is totally fine and many people do this. Just explain your situation well and make the story connect. Talk about how you are using/used the gap year to balance personal situations with improving your skills.  
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Small NGO to MBB

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Excellent.  sounds like management consulting is right for you and if you prep well it is definetely possible to get in. The only thing I would do is I would even consider applying to some tier 2 firms that also suit wh ... (read entire answer)
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Can I move from Non profit sector to MBBs?

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Most recent answer on May 27, 2020
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Hello! Yes, indeed, your profile seems interesting. Furthermore, McKinsey has a program called generation that is sort of a non-profit too. THey are focused on education, with the McK push, money and consulting-app ... (read entire answer)
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Applying to MBB (transitioning from industry). Please, see the questions below

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Most recent answer on May 25, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on May 23, 2020
Hi there, (1) Overall digital experience combined with business experience would be valuable for consulting firms. Though IP might be too niche, so you might want to expand the scope (2) Based on your experience, c ... (read entire answer)
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