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Which consulting firms are within my range?

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New answer on Aug 31, 2022
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Anonymous D asked on Aug 25, 2022

Hello!

I graduated PBK, summa cum laude with a biology major back in 2020. I am potentially pre-MD/MBA with an interest in healthcare management, and I will be starting soon as a healthcare consultant for a firm contracted by the US federal government. 

I am considering applying for larger tier1/tier2 firms for a 2023 start date. Would anyone be willing to glance at my resume to see which firms I have a shot at (if any)?

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Emily
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replied on Aug 25, 2022
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Hi there! 

Well, with a summa cum laude I'd expect that you can apply to any firm that takes your fancy! I'm happy to take a look at your resume if you'd like to send it over. 

Emily

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Ian
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replied on Aug 26, 2022
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Hi there,

All of them are in your range.

By the way, I think most companies are within most people's range (there are just different odds for each person).

No matter what:

1) Apply to a lot of firms

2) Make your resume as good as possible

3) Network extensively and aim for a referral at each

Good luck!

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Sophia
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replied on Aug 25, 2022
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Hello,

PBK + summa are great signs that you should be able to apply wherever you like! I would be happy to take a look at your resume if you want to send it over.

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Lucie
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replied on Aug 26, 2022
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HI there, 

i think most people can give you quick feedback on your CV, but I would not “outsource” which firm to apply, rather be more proactive here. I think this is good thing to do on your own, as only you know what drives you and what environment will make your strive. I would recommend to spend time investigating what firm could be the best fit. 

Lucie

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Nauman
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replied on Aug 25, 2022
Experienced BCG (UK) alum with several years of consulting experience pivoting to Big Tech BizOps & Strategy

Hi there,

As others have said, you have great credentials. The pivot to MBB/Tier 1 companies should not be a huge lift but would still require a solid resume and some networking. 

I'd also recommend developing your story as to why you want to go from a healthcare focused firm to a more generalist/strategy consulting organization. 

Happy to take a look at your resume and provide feedback on your resume but also help you craft your story for when you do reach out to Tier 1 organizations.

Best of luck! 
Nauman

 

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Cristian
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replied on Aug 31, 2022
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Hi there, 

Based on this high-level description you would be a target candidate for most firms. I think you should first reflect on what your target firms are and then what are the requirements in terms of the application process. i.e., don't think where you can get in, think about where you want to get in.

Best,

Cristian

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Pedro
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replied on Aug 30, 2022
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With that academic record, I should be able to target any company.

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Antonello
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replied on Aug 26, 2022
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Hi, I think the profile is potentially interesting for strategy consulting. In addition to CV/CL prep, II would work to get referrals from consultants inside the firms

Best,
Antonello

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Clara
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replied on Aug 28, 2022
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Hello!

First of all, you loose nothing by applying, so sky is the limit!

You can post here sanitized and get some feedback from the community also :)

Cheers, 

Clara

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