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UK MBA: Transitioning from Growth/product role at a startup into consulting

consulting MBA transition UK

Most recent answer on Apr 14, 2024

Udayan

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Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

Udayan

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gave the best answer on Apr 12, 2024

Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

You have a great profile from a work experience perspective! In terms of MBA - I would not look outside Top 7-8 schools in the US, LBS and INSEAD. You will be severely limiting your chances to get into a top consulting ... (read entire answer)

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Seeking Career Advice: Transitioning to MBB/Tier 2 Consulting in the UK from a Big 4 Firm in APAC

Big 4 London MBA MBB tier 2 consulting UK

Most recent answer on Mar 30, 2024

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Mar 29, 2024

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Honestly, you should just apply for MBB and Tier2. That's it. You're overthinking it a bit at this point. Basically, you're already a consultant. You just want to move in the tiers. If you build a good application s ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 30, 2024 on Mar 30, 2024
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Moving into consultancy from a industry and business background - COACH NEEDED!

coaching Consultancy Middle East UK

Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Dec 04, 2023

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

Hi there, 1) Does my background lend me to have a good/fair chance of getting into consulting. Your background seems a good fit. A question you have to ask yourself is if it would be fine to work with/have bosses younge ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 31, 2023 on Dec 31, 2023
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Looking for exciting discussions from the community?

Referrals for UK office and interview prep

ATKearney London MBB Oliver Wyman Roland Berger tier2 UK

Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023

gave the best answer on Oct 19, 2020

Hi there, No coaches should be offering referrals as part of their services. Referrals come from contacts you've made who think you'd be a good fit for the company! they're not products to be sold. That being said ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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OC&C Questions for 2024 Associate Consultant

Applied case question OC&C Online Tests UK

Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Oct 11, 2023

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there! I've recently helped a few candidates with these sorts of written answers. It seems like more and more firms are trialling this format as part of their screening process. Basically, try to keep your opinions ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 11, 2023 on Oct 11, 2023
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Aspiring experienced hire - what are my MBB chances?

and Bain BCG Experienced law grad MBB McKinsey UK

Most recent answer on Jan 30, 2023

Victoria Christine

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1st&2nd session 33% off|Incoming BCG Consultant ME|President of the Consulting Club|Esade MBA|Offers from McKinsey & BCG

Victoria Christine

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gave the best answer on Jan 24, 2023

1st&2nd session 33% off|Incoming BCG Consultant ME|President of the Consulting Club|Esade MBA|Offers from McKinsey & BCG

As Christian mentioned, you have a great profile, especially for the Dubai/Middle East market. As you might already know, consulting firms in the Middle East still hire like crazy and look for all different kinds of pro ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 30, 2023 on Jan 30, 2023
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What steps does a referral allow you to bypass in MBB?

background information Bain BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain London McKinsey reference check UK

Most recent answer on May 10, 2022

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on May 08, 2022

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, In short: - No bypassing, just a guarantee that the CV gets reviewed - Level - the more senior the better - Ideally they referral should come from the office you're targeting - Only go for one quality referra ... (read entire answer)

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on May 10, 2022 on May 10, 2022
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How much would a Big 4 consulting role help in MBB recruitment?

Bain mbb BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain big four London mbb big4 McKinsey recruiting students UK

Most recent answer on May 07, 2022

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on May 07, 2022

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Hi there, The MSc in Finance could help if: It allows you to target a more senior position compared to Bachelor + Working experience (in some countries MBB require a Master as well). Given you already applied in the pas ... (read entire answer)

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on May 07, 2022 on May 07, 2022
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What are the different sectors/division within EY’S UK&I team?

Big 4 Big Four - Strategy Division graduate program London sector UK

Most recent answer on Apr 24, 2022

gave the best answer on Apr 24, 2022

Hi there, I'm sorry I can't give a specific response as I haven't worked in EY's UK&I team - it'll be hard to find someone who has! Ultimately, these things are often black boxes from the outside. The best way to fi ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 24, 2022 on Apr 24, 2022
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What to choose between UK&I and Financial Services consulting?

Big Four - Strategy consulting Financial Services London startup UK Venture Capital

Most recent answer on Apr 07, 2022

Udayan

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Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

Udayan

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gave the best answer on Apr 06, 2022

Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

If you are deciding between UK&I and FSO then think about what truly interests you. Just because London has a lot of Fintech does not mean you will enjoy Fintech or even get a job there. You will only do well in FSO ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 07, 2022 on Apr 07, 2022
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International student doing master's degree in the U.S. trying to break into consulting - any advice?

columbia graduate graduate program recent graduate UK

Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2022

Matteo

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McKinsey & Company | Currently offering 1 free coaching session| Happy to PARTNER with you to get an offer from MBB

Matteo

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gave the best answer on Mar 18, 2022

McKinsey & Company | Currently offering 1 free coaching session| Happy to PARTNER with you to get an offer from MBB

Dear Michael, congratulation for your degree from Columbia University! Whether or not you decide to do a Master in Management Science and Engineering, if you focus on the following 3 main pillars you would not have pro ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 21, 2022 on Mar 21, 2022
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International students applying for entry-level jobs in London?

Accenture Accenture Strategy Oliver Wyman oliver wyman london UK

Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2022

Adi

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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience

Adi

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gave the best answer on Mar 18, 2022

Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience

Hi Michael, Yes, you can apply to UK offices, but make sure you understand the visa process & requirements. Most students after studies (in UK) are now going for the 2-year post study work visa to allow more time fo ... (read entire answer)

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Do you have a question for our consulting experts, too?

McKinsey UK | Possible to live in North England?

McKinsey UK

Most recent answer on Jan 23, 2022

Lucie

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10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader

Lucie

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gave the best answer on Jan 14, 2022

10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader

Hi there, as long as you have a fiscal residence in the same country where your office is, then it is feasible. Actually this practice is common: me myself as many of my colleagues are in the same situation, I even hav ... (read entire answer)

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Can I apply to summer internship as a final year master student?

graduate program recent graduate Summer Internship UK

Most recent answer on Dec 29, 2021

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 Dec 29, 2021

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

Hi Jasmin, This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for quite a lot of users, so I am happy to provide my perspective on it: Generally speaking, in case summer internship applications are still ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 29, 2021 on Dec 29, 2021
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What is the best master in the UK to get into MBB?

BCG McKinsey UK

Most recent answer on Dec 29, 2021

Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 29, 2019

Hi, Since you are already working for a MBB, I would suggest to try the internal “transition” before thinking about a Master. I’m sure that you have already worked with “classic BCG” consultants, thus I’m sure you hav ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 29, 2021 on Dec 29, 2021
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Backing out of initial job agreement?

contract Job interview Job offer London UK

Question edited on Nov 01, 2021

gave the best answer on Nov 01, 2021

I don't think this is the best way to proceed, as it burns bridges (and can also create a bad reputation). You should instead ask for a bit more time so you can make a fully conscious decision. If they don't give you th ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 01, 2021 on Nov 01, 2021
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How long is the notice period in London USUALLY consultancies?

Most recent answer on Oct 17, 2021

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

Expert

gave the best answer on Oct 16, 2021

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, It really depends from region to region. In Germany BCG for instance I know somebody who was asked to leave and still given six months to figure out her next steps. In Eastern Europe McKinsey, I know a simil ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 17, 2021 on Oct 17, 2021
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Kearney London office

A.T. Kearney ATKearney Fresh Graduate graduate program London UK

Most recent answer on Sep 28, 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 Sep 27, 2021

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

Hi there, I agree with the other coaches, the best thing is to check with HR. If all the other companies have deadlines in October it seems unlikely the deadline passed already, but if there is no information available ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 28, 2021 on Sep 28, 2021
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Deloitte Digital Case interview

Case Interview Delloite Deloitte Digital UK

Most recent answer on Sep 19, 2021

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 Sep 18, 2021

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

Hi there, This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for quite a lot of users, so I'm happy to give you my perspective on it: From the feedback of coachees of mine and my personal network, intervi ... (read entire answer)

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Preparing CV for MBB applications

CV screening Experienced Hire Londonoffice MBB target university UK

Most recent answer on Aug 31, 2021

Udayan

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Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

Udayan

Expert

gave the best answer on Aug 28, 2020

Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

Hi, Answers below 1. You can start with either, at 4 years you have the option to do both 2. I recommend you keep work exprience to 3 or 4 bullets max per work ex. You do not need one buller per promotion ,you can ... (read entire answer)

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