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Undergrad in Business vs MBA

MBA undergraduate business degree
Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023
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Cristian
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Hi! These are great questions.  I've put together an article a few months back that actually touches on most of them: Expert Guide: Are MBAs worth it? Hope you'll find it helpful. Best,Cristian
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What's the best way to get referrals during your undergraduate?

Bain BCG consulting analyst MBB MBB Consulting McKinsey undergraduate business degree
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
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Francesco
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Hi Natalie, You can definitely find referrals without meeting in person – this is the method I followed and recommend, as it is the most practical (now it is also the only one you can use!) To find a referral, you s ... (read entire answer)
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Technical -> management consulting?

Experienced Hire information technology transition undergraduate business degree
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Hi there, Agree with the previous answers - just give it a shot, it's definitely not too late. I'd even say, now is a good time, given current industry dynamics! MBB firms value diversity more than anything, so your pro ... (read entire answer)
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Which MBB offices (excpet USA) hire Undergrads?

BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain europe Master master in management McKinsey target school target university Undergraduate undergraduate business degree
Most recent answer on Jan 23, 2022
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Moritz
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Hi Fabio, Undergrads are targeted by most MBB because they are relatively inexpensive and can still be “shaped” to fit the mold. Also, they’re often more flexible than older candidates with family and have plenty of ene ... (read entire answer)
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MBB recruiting with COVID

BCG Bain McKinsey Consulting interviewing Consulting Resume Coronavirus covid19 Deloitte McKinsey recruiting undergrad undergraduate business degree
Most recent answer on Nov 09, 2020
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Ian
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Hi Natalie, First, more than happy to quickly look over your resume and answer some quick questions. Second, here are a few thoughts on how COVID-19 is affecting the consulting world. INTERVIEW FORMATS Most inte ... (read entire answer)
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Post-undergrad breaking into consulting

entry level undergraduate business degree
Most recent answer on Jun 19, 2019
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Ian
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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi Anonymous, These companies care just as much (if not more) about potential than experience! You would come in as an associate, but I know people who have joined with just degrees and no prior work experience - MBB ... (read entire answer)
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How common it is for an MBB to recruit an undergraduate?

MBB undergraduate business degree
Recent activity on May 09, 2019
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Sidi
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Very common - especially for Bain, who tend to be more "bottom-heavy" compared to McKinsey and BCG in most markets. Cheers, Sidi
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MBB realistic entry

MBB undergraduate business degree
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Hi Anonymous, I agree with Vlad and Anonymous B, option 1 and 2 are the best for you right now. Unless you have a high-level position in the startup and assuming the consulting firm you will choose is international, I ... (read entire answer)
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