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What is the best way to get into Strategy Consulting from Management consulting in Finance (PwC)

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Most recent answer on Feb 28, 2021

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gave the best answer on Feb 26, 2021

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hi there, A few things stand out to me 1) CV - I'm not sure who reviewed it, but send it to me...I'll check that it's optimal 2) Networking - before applying, aim to network a bit (even if it doesn't result in a f ... (read entire answer)

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on Feb 28, 2021 on Feb 28, 2021
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Does customer care/service cost classify as fixed or variable?

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Most recent answer on Sep 18, 2020

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gave the best answer on Sep 17, 2020

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hi Shashank, That's the right definition. I.e. variable costs are a cost that increases when 1 more unit of a product/service is sold. The answer to your question truly depends on the cost structure of your company. ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 18, 2020 on Sep 18, 2020
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How do most people finance an MSc in Management?

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Most recent answer on May 23, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on May 22, 2020

Hi there, Taking a student loan is pretty common and the amount you describe is nothing crazy either. It is quite typical. I personally took a similar amount of loan for my MBA. If you get a decent job after that, you ... (read entire answer)

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on May 23, 2020 on May 23, 2020
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Requirement for Junior Associate Positions

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Most recent answer on Oct 06, 2019

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gave the best answer on Oct 05, 2019

5+ Years at BCG & Kearney Dubai & Istanbul | 400+ Trainees | Free 15-min Consultation Call

Hi Javar, It may depend on the office, but based on my experience you need an MBA or 3-4 years of consulting experience to be considered as a Junior Associate in most offices. I can advise you to get in touch with HR ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 06, 2019 on Oct 06, 2019
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How to organize workstreams in a consulting engagement?

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Recent activity on Aug 09, 2018

ex-Manager - Natural and challenging teacher - Taylor case solving, no framework

gave the best answer on Aug 08, 2018

ex-Manager - Natural and challenging teacher - Taylor case solving, no framework

Hi, The best proxy of workstream organisation is the structuring of the case interview. The workstream organization is performed by the manager, who will break down the initial engagment into multiple independant workst ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 09, 2018 on Aug 09, 2018
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Management Master at HULT International Business School - experiences, insights?

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Recent activity on Dec 22, 2017

Anonymous A asked on Nov 30, 2017

Currently I am considering starting a master program in management at HULT. Has anyone studied there or knows any personal insights or reviews on this university? Please let me know!

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on Dec 22, 2017 on Dec 22, 2017
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