Consulting Exit Opps for my Particular Traits
Hi everyone!
I will soon be joining an MBB firm at the end of this year. I am aware that I will likely want to pursue other options after two years and wanted to see if I could receive any specific guidance for a few paths I am considering.
Firstly, with my current interests I would like to consider transitioning into a HF role in the future. Is this possible after two years, if so what would be the best way to go about this? Does anyone know people who have taken a similar path?
Additionally, I am already aware that I will not like to go to Business School. Am I closing myself from opportunities with this decision? Another path I am heavily considering is transitioning to a PE firm and from there I do not think that that the optionality I will gain will be less than that if I had chosen to get an MBA instead.
I know these questions may seem annoying but I am genuinely considering these things at the moment and the more clarity, perspective, and advice I gain on these ideas the more confident and clearer I can see my path forward (regardless I know I am starting off on a great track). Thank you!!
Transitioning from consulting, especially from an MBB firm, to a hedge fund (HF) or private equity (PE) firm is a path taken by some, though it's more common to see consultants move into PE than HF. Here's a breakdown of your queries based on insights from the Wall Street Oasis community:
Transitioning to a Hedge Fund:
Skipping Business School:
General Advice:
Remember, your path from MBB to HF or PE will be unique to you. Leveraging your network, seeking out relevant experiences, and continuously learning about your target industry will be key steps in making a successful transition.
Sources: Transitioning from IB/ER to HF Series - Part 2: Where to Interview and Behaviorals, Math PhD to IB (M&A), Lateral hire from another consulting firm to MBB, got into M7 deferred MBA - when should I go?, Checking in 6 years later [IB to MBB transition]
First off, congrats on the MBB offer!
As for joining HF from MBB, I am not aware of any existing pipeline (might be worth checking the HF forum here on WSO about Consulting to HF transition). To the best of my limited understanding, an ER role would be better suited for this kind of transition, but my knowledge stops there.
Given the nature of our work, I am not sure there is much overlap at all with HF work. The greatest overlap would be with PE Ops teams (which aren't really finance at all).
Sorry for not being more useful :( this really isn't a common path as far as I know
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