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General Advice for Consulting Pivot Strategy

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Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 27, 2023) is from:
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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Advice for Career Changers

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Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023
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Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Dec 01, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
It does look like Consultant role for you - make sure to network to get a firm answer from the firm!
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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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Career change to consulting, what are my options?

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Most recent answer on Feb 01, 2023
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Francesco
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Feb 01, 2023
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Hi Dennis, I would recommend strategies 1 and 2, keeping 3 as a backup. I would recommend to find referrals for your application, you can find more on the topic here:   https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/hey ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 01, 2023 on Feb 01, 2023
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Wanting to transition into consulting: Curious about my resume strength

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Most recent answer on Oct 26, 2022
The best answer (on Oct 25, 2022) is from:
Francesco
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Oct 25, 2022
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Hi there, 1) How to strengthen my profile (w/o an MBA) Your profile is fine to transit to consulting. It would also be important to see how you structured your CV. There is a specific format consulting companies look fo ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 26, 2022 on Oct 26, 2022
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Pivot from Consulting to Private Equity

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Most recent answer on Jan 26, 2021
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Ken
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Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach
Ken
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gave the best answer on Jan 25, 2021
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It will really come down to where you want to be working and how selective you want to be with choosing which PE fund. Assuming you are referring to a deal team role, the good news is that there is a longtail of PE fund ... (read entire answer)
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From Competitive Intelligence Consulting to MBB

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Most recent answer on Oct 01, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 11, 2020
Hi, On paper you have what the MBBs are looking for - (e.g. credential, analytical rigour, achievement) However, with limited working experiences you would be most likely starting close to entry level. A way to miti ... (read entire answer)
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Career Change from R&D to Management Consulting - Follow up questions

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Most recent answer on Jan 15, 2020
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Francesco
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Jan 15, 2020
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Hi Dennis, please find my answers below: Yes, you may need to strengthen your application with a referral since your GPA is not great but it is doable, in particular since you are coming from a top university Ye ... (read entire answer)
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