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Q&A: Getting an MBB offer from a semi-target school
I recently accepted a job at a MBB firm and have a lot of free time until I take on my final semester. Happy to answer any and all questions regarding recruitment during COVID, prepping for case interviews, choosing between internships, etc. To help you get a better understanding, I provided some...
Small RX Firm --> Big 3 RX Shop --> Buy-Side?
I am working in the treasury department at a very large private company and am currently interviewing for a small boutique RX firm (it's one person at the moment). The firm has a middle-market focus and works in several industries, with both creditor and debtor work. How doable would it be to...
Should I get MBB experience before jumping into PE?
I received a VA offer from an MBB company and a junior investment analyst offer from a PE firm (~200M EUR AUM), both in the CEE region, pay is comparable. Since I have only done one internship at a tech-focused boutique IB, would it make sense to first do consulting for 2 years and then try to join...
FTI CHIP Bonuses
I've heard that FTI gives an annual bonus on top of quarterly bonuses. Is this the structure for all groups? I assume that restructuring has this, but would the transactions practice offer this structure?
2021 Spring Consulting Recruiting
Hi all I just want to know if there are any companies doing consulting recruiting right now.
Why do Consultants get drug tested by client, while Bankers don't? (even if it's with similar clients)
Just realized recently that I hear a lot about consultants getting tested on a client-by-client basis. While, I hear nothing about Investment Bankers doing the same. Even though they work with very similar clients. Why is this? Is it cause the simply work with different parts of the business?
Salary Differences-just wondering...
What is the highest realistic salary someone can achieve in IB, Consulting, SWE, and Quant. My friend and I were wondering which job position makes the most. PS: I am not joining the field because of a paycheck.
2021 ADC/APD Summer Programs/Full-Time Applications Thread
Applications are starting up so figured I'd set up a thread similar to last year so people could ask questions or share updates as they prepare for recruiting season. Giving back to the community I heavily lurked last year for sure! Below are links with deadlines for firms with applications updated...
Consulting to IBD: Which Projects look best for recruiting?
If you were a consulting firm (say S& or Kearney) and you knew you wanted to lateral into IBD in M&A or coverage, which projects should you try your best to get staffed on to maximize your chances? For example, would becoming hyper specialized in one industry group (Retail) and doing all your...
Amazon vs EYP
Hi everyone, I have offers from Amazon software engineering and EYP SSG for junior summer and am not quite sure how they compare. So far I've loved all the people I've talked to at EYP so the culture there is definitely better. Also, their focus on software companies is something I'm really...
EY Advisory FSO Technical Consultant Final Round Interview
Looking for tips for EY's FSO Technical Consultant final round interview - any and all advice is appreciated (especially in regard to the Case)
Sia Partners
Sia Partners is a management consulting firm that serves the following industries: Banking, Insurance, Healthcare, Telecommunications & Media, Energy, Resources & Utilities, Transportation & Logistics, Industry and Retail, Government, and Tech
Which is less unpromising: IB Ops or Big 4 Consulting in small market?
I know that both options are not really top choice, but as a non–target with very weak background, I'm glad to even have those. So basically I've got offers from two different GS European offices and offer in business consulting at EY. The facts I'm considering: – From what I've already read on...
Hi, what is Altman Solon's case style?
i will be interviewing with Altman and wondering what their case style is. I don't have much time to prepare. i heard they are more quant. are they similar to McKinsey or more like Deloitte? are there particular problems they usually like to case? I know that they like to keep it within TMT sector...
Recent Grad -- Chose Commercial Bank for LSAT Prep Freedom -- Wants Back into IB
Hello, I am a recent graduate from a top 25 university, where I studied math and finance and came out with a strong, but not phenomenal 3.70 GPA. I was in the honors program and I would like to hope that many employers recognize the strength of a 3.70 given the math degree. Around graduation, I...
PE Portfolio Operations - from MBB vs MegaFund REPE AM / Portfolio
Hi all, Was wondering what would be best to break into a Portfolio Ops team at a MF (KKR Capstone, Oaktree Ops...) : MBB or a REPE AM team at a Megafund? From my understanding Generalist Portfolio Ops and REPE AM both do reporting, stakeholder management, operational improvement with the management...
End-To-End Analytics
End-to-End Analytics is an Advanced Analytics consulting company based in Palo Alto, Calif. The firm was founded in 2005 on the premise that most organizations struggle to take full advantage of the opportunities presented by the exponential growth of data and its accessibility. Our teams strive in...
Are these 'prestigious' jobs like MBB/T2 worth it?
Ive been thinking recently. Based on what I've read from this site or heard from others, Most people who join MBB/T2 end up staying there for 2-5 years, maybe getting an M7 MBA along the way. They sacrifice a lot in their 20's due to the work hours and stress of succeeding at a top school and their...
Simon-Kucher and Mercer in the US?
Hi - could anyone shed light on both of these firms (especially SKP because there is so little info on here). I'm in the process for both and I want to be better informed. Just wanted to know about: - reputation/culture: I know SKP is more well-established in EU but in the US I'm not so sure - work...
Healthcare consulting firms
Anyone know of some good healthcare consulting firms? Or even some healthcare venture capital or private equity firms that hire undergrads for full time? And do you know their recruiting timeline? This would be coming out of from two summer internships in private equity. Also any input on consulting...
WFH Life for Consultants
Following up on all the horror threads out there on how 1st year IB analysts are quitting b/c WFH onboarding, training, life, etc. sucks. Curious to hear how new associates and other junior ppl in the consulting world feel about their virtual experiences so far. How many hours are you putting in?...
Transfer into RX Consulting
I will be interning at a strong RX firm (A&M/FTI/BRG) in the TAS group with a focus on debt transactions. I was wondering if it would be better/easier to recruit for full-time positions after this summer or return and transfer into RX later on? Thoughts?
Deloitte Consulting Strategy&Ops vs. JPM Risk Management (CIB Credit Risk)
I received full time offers from Deloitte Consulting's Strategy & Operations arm and JPM's Risk Management division. I know they're very different, so it's hard to compare. But if anyone could shed light onto what the culture/vibe of each firm is like, how they vary, exit opportunities, skillsets...
Blackrock Technology or PWC cybersecurity advisory (internship)
Please advise me thank you! I got an internship offer from Blackrock technology and and PWC cyber advisory and I am trying to pick the job that will be better for me in the long run and offer more opportunities. BlackRock pays 33 while PWC pays 38 an hour. I heard PWC gives more full time return...
Lender Due Diligence
I am interested in learning more about lender due diligence and was wondering if anyone could speak about what LDD consultants do on a daily basis, what the work actually is, etc. TIA.
Consulting - why?
Basically we are doing research into what consulting firms need to do more of to get the top grads to apply to them and make sure that they are actually addressing what we want from the job/company esp now COVID has hit and we want to see what our Generation would actually value (see link in bio)...
Is an MBA worth it for MBB Consultants?
I find myself feeling more and more like an MBA (even from a top school) would not be worth it. While I have plenty of time to decide before applying, it would be nice to have a better sense of whether I want to set my sights on one before starting work full-time. For background: I’m starting...
Northwestern for consulting?
How well does Northwestern place into MBB consulting? I'm currently a freshman at NU who's interested in the field and was just wondering how I should be using my time throughout college? What type of internships, lab research, clubs etc? I'm a little lost about what to do and would love it if any...
Consulting after Msc Finance at NOVA SBE
Hey, I was thinking in made the Msc in Finance at NOVA SBE in Portugal after finish my BBA and I would like to know my options to enter after that in MBB or in others tier 2 consulting firms.
What's MBB like in Europe? Excl. UK
Currently in an MBA programme in Europe, target school with a Corporate Finance major. Looking to head into MBB or Big 4 after college. Have some opportunities in big 4 straight out of school, but was wondering to boost my career in MBB. What are they like to work for as an analyst in countries like...
Tech/Cyber consulting at Big4 VS tech summer analyst at bulge brackets
Hi I am a little confused. Please advise me. I’m an engineering undergrad student in the US on a visa. Does it make a difference if I work as a Tech summer analyst (back office) at Credit Suisse ,Citi (North caroline offices) or if I work at Deloitte, PWC (Silicon Valley offices) in...
Questions about moving from MBB to MM and/or LMM PE
I'm in the process of exiting Bain (I'll refer to it as MBB from now on so that others searching can see the keywords) have a few questions about moving from MBB to MM/LMM that I haven't been able to find clear answers to, and I was hoping you monkeys could help me. Don't feel obligated to answer...
Am I screwed for studying undergrad at a foreign branch campus?
I am an international student hoping to break into finance/consulting. Last year I got accepted to some solid semi-target universities in the US. In the end, I chose to study at the branch campus of one of them (think NYU Abu Dhabi, SFS Qatar, Duke Kunshan) because of the full scholarship the branch...
How do consulting/IB firms view expired GMAT scores?
I received deferred admissions to M7 as a senior in college and currently work at an operating company. As I'm planning ahead and considering various post-MBA routes, it occured to me that my GMAT score (which I took junior year) will have expired by the time I enroll to my M7. I imagine that this...
US vs UK Management Consulting Comp
Sorry if this is a stupid question. Having done some research, I have discovered a huge discrepancy between the starting undergraduate salaries at MBB in the US and the UK. I wanted to check that these discrepancies are correct and, if so, ask about the likelihood of gaining a position in the US...
How to tell a company I’ll have to finish my internship with them early to take another offer?
Hey there everyone. Hope you are having a nice day. I’m fortunate enough to have a tough situation on my hands: Two weeks ago I started my internship at a Global Fortune 500 strategy division, the very same day I received the good news that I was accepted as an intern at a T2 (OW/S&/K) and was...
Views on Kearney? Comp/exits/brand rep
Hi, I have received an FT offer from Kearney, L.E.K and Accenture Strategy. I am leaning towards Kearney just based on who I have met from the firms, the kind of work they do, my interview experience etc. I have a few questions I wanted to know on Kearney in particular: 1. Most importantly, what are...
Couldn't land IBD for Summer 2021, next steps
I had two superdays but was not able to close. Able to land a F100 FLDP internship. Is consulting or IBD still viable for the full time offers next year?
Starting out in Corporate Strategy
Looking for some advice... Background Been working ~10 months at an insurance company in a FLDP (rotational program). I am not based in US but the size of the company ranks around 250 if it were in F500. Recently offered a position as a Strategy Analyst. It is a fairly new team (established around 2...
TAS versus Management Consulting?
I'm in a tough spot working as a 2C in B4 Risk advisory which is essentially glorified IA with a consultant title. Despite performing well at my firm, I realized this is not the place I want to be since the work provides little future learning/development. I'm essentially considering either...
Where to find right consulting firm for my business?
Where to find the right consulting firm for my business? Please suggest few names and address so that I can contact them.
Is a consulting career best for international opportunities and exposure?
I'm a university student who wants to leverage my language knowledge for a finance and/or consulting career. I am a junior from a well known non target in Los Angeles and given Covid, may not even secure a paid finance internship for this summer, considering my failures to get any offers so far....
Move from IT audit into IT advisory
I was just promoted into a senior IT auditor within a big4 firm during this year. I worked 2 years in The Netherlands, and 2 years in UK. My main role has been as IT auditor in large companies in the corporative sector. I have knowledge in SAP, Oracle, AI and Blockchain, I moreover have a masters in...
Stevenson Institute of Tech Priority Application
Hi ! I am a high school senior with a 3.7-3.8 gpa and a sat score of 1460. I got a mail from Stevenson Institute of Tech today stating that I've been shortlisted for Priority Application through the college board student search service. I'm not sure as to what that entails apart from a priority...
From big 4 consulting to PE - what are my chances?
Background: - Currently a senior consultant at a big 4 with a handful of projects under my belt. - Hoping to write CFA level 3 in May, I was planning to write it this summer but it got delayed because of covid. I am acing the mocks consistently now so I am pretty sure I can pass it. - Completed the...
Which Grad School for On-Campus Recruitment for Consulting?
TLDR: 4th year, Non-target undergrad US, 3.65GPA, GRE 326 (162V, 164Q), Mechanical Engineering. Which grad schools and programs should I apply to to get a better shot at consulting recruitment? This recruitment cycle has been brutal for me. I networked with 70+ consultants (started networking in...
PwC Finance Effectiveness
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Getting Laid Off from a T2 Firm... Now What?
Today I got a call from a Senior Partner (who was supposed to be my "mentor" but had never called me before) letting me know that I'm being transitioned out of the firm... Just last review cycle, I was considered an upper-third performer, and I had no idea that my fortunes would reverse so...
Wealth Management vs Consulting
What are the pros and cons of wealth management and consulting. Which has better exit opps, or salary opps down the road. Which one is more sustainable longterm, and which one is more enjoyable overall debate below!
Thoughts on Infosys Management Consulting
What are everyone's thoughts on Infosys for management consulting? I havent heard of the firm before, but it seems to be quite large
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