Do mbb and big 4 do different types of work in deal making?

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How is Babson College undergrad viewed by consulting firms? Boutiques, Big 4, T2’s, MBB, etc

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Have 5 YOE across different roles (Sales, Consulting, Project Management).

Anyone know any Consulting firms outside of the MBB and Big 4 that are more lenient to a diverse background?

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Does anybody get hired as a MD or a strategy partner in Big 4 and MBB?

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Hi guys , I need some advise from you ,I would want to pursue a job in consulting at Europ

I’ll get a master degree in finance at paris by may of the next year , also I am a CFA Candidate, I’m bilingual and have an intermediate level of French 1 year of experience in EY at Colombia.

I just have student visa so I can work for an internship.

How can I improve my profile to break into a big 4 or mbb ( in any place at Europe).

Thank you very much.

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Moving from big 4 (currently an SA) to MBB
Whose done it? What did it take? Did you still need to do case interviews?

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Does it makes sense to work at Big 4 if you’re 30 and working in industry, making good money. Was thinking if Big 4 can accelerate my career or if i ever make switch to consulting it only should be MBB or tier 2.

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I am looking for a switch in MBB and Big 4, currently in one of big 4's as senior con in business consulting. Kindly DM me in case you can refer me for openings

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Anyone changed job from big 4 advisory to MBB consulting after you got I-140 (before 485)? Were you able to keep your priority date?

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Asking on behalf of a friend. For MBB, the Big 4, and other top tier consulting firms - which MBA schools enable you to be a MBA hire? Just the T10? UT-Austin is what I’m curious about specifically. For example, I have an MBA from a small private school and I know the big firms wouldn’t hire me at the MBA pay so want to learn where the line gets drawn to give my friend advice. TIA!

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I messed up my interview with Millennium LLP for an entry level role and I feel nothing but dread right now. I believe it was my only opportunity at obtaining a high salary / profile job compared to my other options that only pay half as much. How can I accept the fact that I might not be able to start out as successful as I wanted to be? I believe it’s extremely difficult to jump between layers (E.G. Big 4 to MBB) later on in my career.

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About 2 years experience in a small consulting firm looking to lateral into other firms. What are some firms out there besides MBB and Big 4? Open to those firms but also know there are more out there. I’m also open to the tech industry but not sure breaking in there is possible with only about 2 year experience. For context, I’m also an international so will require sponsorship. Appreciate all leads!

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2 years experience or so in a small consulting firm right now, looking to lateral to other firms. What are some firms out there beyond MBB and Big 4? Also an international requiring sponsorship so my options are limited I know. I’m also open to going into the tech industry but don’t know how difficult is it to break into it/not sure where I should even start looking. Would appreciate all leads :)

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Am I a complete failure? Im 31 years old. I have an MBA from a top school. Couldn’t get into MBB. Did not have the courage to try hard enough. Rolled over like a child at first hint of struggle. Managed to get a senior consultant position at a big 4. BOMBED during my first year. Picked up the pace these past few months but won’t get a promotion after 2 years. My friends got into MBB and I’m not even doing strategy. Does it make sense for me to try at MBB? Am I too old for MBB?

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Hello! Would anyone be willing to give a referral for MBB or Big 4 in management consulting in Canada?

I would love to have a chat and ask a few questions. Thank you!

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So I am now in a top MBA and going into a tier1/MBB consulting firm.
I started my career in my families business we’re I worked really hard but did not feel very appreciated. I ended up leaving to live with my partner in another country and tried to enter investment banking knowing that I wanted to get an MBA. I had to take an internship and then got hired by a bank, soon enough I got fired but hired by a Big 4 ( start of covid) ended up getting laid off.
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Does anyone know at what position can a person with 2-2.5 yrs of experience at a Big 4 join MBB at ? Do we come in as experienced business analysts ?

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How different is Big 4 consulting compared to MBB? I’m making the move next year and I’m quite nervous.

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I’m an MS Management Student graduating in June 2023. I applied to over 40 positions within the Big 4/MBB and even with extensive networking, I haven’t heard back from any really. I have an offer from a pretty well-known but less prestigious Consulting Firm, but I’m wondering what my chances even are of going Big 4/MBB if I’m not a campus hire. Will they even consider me for an experienced hire a year or two down the road if they showed no interest this time? Any advice welcome!

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Has anyone from Big 4 consulting (non-strategy) made a move to an MBB? If so, do you have any advice to share? Thanks 🙏🏻

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MBB, Tier 2 or Big 4?

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How do US staffing models differ between the large implementation related work across MBB, Big 4, WITCH type firms?

I’m assuming this tilts to more offshore as you go across the spectrum? How much more?

(Disregard strategy staffing models please)

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I’m done with y’all 🐠

I am new to this app, early stage in my career and god let me tell you my head spins when I see all these acronyms being used by consultants here 😵‍💫

Big 4, WITCH, MBB, T2 and what not! 🤮

Have some mercy on newbies 🙄😂

Just kidding people! Still figuring these out. Anyway, glad to be here. 😊

Peace ✌🏽!

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I’m done with y’all 🐠

I am new to this group, early stage in my career and god let me tell you my head spins when I hear all the acronyms here 😵‍💫

Big 4, WITCH, MBB, T2 and what not! 🤮

Have some mercy on newbies 🙄😂

Just kidding people! Still figuring these out. Anyway, glad to be here. 😊

Peace ✌🏽!

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I'm currently at Deloitte advisory / consulting, and have been contacted by BCG about a role they're looking to fill (both instances sustainability focus).

Would anyone care to share their reflections on moving from big 4 to MBB (preferably at SM / D level) - good, bad, ugly...?

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How much does a recruitment manager in a consultancy (big 4, MBB & tier 2) usually earn?

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Trying to decide between competing offers: Engagement Manager at MBB or Director at Big 4? Comp packages appear to be very similar 🤷🏼‍♂️

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McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Why do the MBB partners look younger in general compared to the Big 4 partners?EY Deloitte KPMG PwC McKinsey & Company BCG Digital Ventures Bain & Company

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I’m seeing jobs on LinkedIn for BCG M roles (amongst others). I work in the strategy team of a big 4 and have been in the manager role for ~2 years, expecting promotion this year. Have strong P sponsorship. But pay is 30% lower.

@MBB - how well have you seen people do when they make the jump at the M level? My concerns are not knowing specific firm methodology (my perception is it’s more ingrained / dogmatic in MBB) and lack of sponsorship at the D / P level makes it hard to progress. Thoughts?

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Is it normal for your manager to yell at you in front of a bunch of people in Big 4 or MBB?

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Do exit opps differ wildly from big 4 to MBB? Don’t most people exit to Tech anyway?

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Looking to take concentrated time to learn data analytics. What program, bootcamps or certifications do companies like MBB and big 4 look for within strategy and business analytics roles? Anyone do a slight career pivot? I was already in consulting but want some hard skills and change direction with my career.

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Looking to benchmark the latest management/strategy consulting comp packages for incoming undergrad campus hires (base salary, bonus, sign on). Looking to get a spread from a variety of firms Big 4, MBB, other. Thanks!

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Looking to benchmark the latest management/strategy consulting starting comp packages for incoming undergrad campus hires (salary, bonus, signing bonus). Looking for a variety of firms Big 4, MBB, and other. Thanks!

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Senior consultant currently at a boutique IT strategy consulting practice, previously in Deloitte GPS IT implementation consulting (4 YOE)

Skilled in project management, organizational change management, vendor management, digital transformation, IT modernization, business/data analytics, process optimization, and overall IT strategy

Looking for referrals at MBB, Big 4, Accenture, etc.

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Is it crazy if I exit big 4 (non strategy) right after graduating with an MBA after 10 YOE and go to MBB or similar to do strategy work? Is it taking steps back? Is it going to make my resume stronger if I later decide to exit Consulting and have those names, years and experience ( although not crazy titles since I'll be starting again at MBB)?

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How does one shift from Big 4 to MBB firms ? What sort of exit opportunities does that person needs to have in Big 4 in order to get into MBB ? I'm an MBA grad & just got into Deloitte India, before MBA didn't had any experience & want to eventually wind up at MBB within 2 years. Considering all this what advice can I get ?
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Do some MBB engagements are actually working with clients side-by-side ("holding hand") to help them achieve their operational goals kind of implementation? Or is it more advisory, strategy and providing recommendations?
How about Big 4?
I'm at a boutique firm so I'm not familiar with their model. I see they have advisory arms, but wasn't sure about consulting.

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Would it make sense to move from MBB to Big 4 consulting for better WLB?

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How is a tech consulting internship at a Big 4 viewed , if I’m looking for full-time opportunities in Big 4, MBB or Tech (FAANG etcs) , and what would be the best way to at least land an interview ?

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Hi guys, I got a feeling that big 4 or T2 companies kinda quiet in jakarta as opposed to MBB where they conduct lots of recruiting events (management consulting). Any reason for that particularly or maybe big 4 prefer internal hiring only?

McKinsey & Company Career advice needed.Thanks in advance. What would be a potential feasible path to make the transition from Big Four assurance role to MBB consulting role? I have 1 year experience in industry as FP&A and couple months as fund accountant before I graduated from school and went to Big four as IT auditor and could switch to core auditor ,cybersecurity or ECG advisory etc. I’ll get the CPA and CFA soon and have some basic coding skillsets. Considering to do MBA/graduate degree if necessary. McKinsey & Company PwC Deloitte

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Does anyone know if all MBB and big 4 have policies regarding what level they can hire you at based on your Years of experience?

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For folks that went from MBB/T2 into Big 4, why did you make that switch and did you get a boost in title that you would not have reached at MBB/T2.

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Has anyone from MBB worked at the same client where there is one of the big 4 ? How are the dynamics between the two in that engagement?

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Honest question: how many hours do you work a week, what type of consulting do you do, and what is your position? Thinking of switching from big 4 consulting to MBB but seeking this feedback.

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If you already have an offer from Big 4 (same starting pay) and a very good chance to get an interview at MBB would you still go through the whole drill of case prepping etc? Is it okay to feel lazy?!

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Was looking on vault.com rankings and for work life balance MBB was 10, 13, and 15 with big 4 to be found nowhere in the top 25. I always thought mbb worked worse hours than us big 4 guys?

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When you apply to MBB or big 4. Why do they ask if you have applications with the other. And how should you handle such a question.

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How much is the total compensation (base + bonus) of a third year engagement manager at MBB/Other big four & ACN strategy practice?

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Difference between strategy at Big 4 vs MBB in terms of project/ work deliverables. Asking from an associate/ senior associate POV

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Hi, everyone. Does anyone know where I could find information regarding the opening year of major consulting firms' offices?
I'm thinking MBB, big 4, boutiques...

Thank you!

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Serious question: I’ve worked in MBB, Big 4 and tier 2, and the number one reason I’ve heard for younger (less than 5 YoE) talent leaving is that they are “not doing strategy work.” It’s also the top request from younger staffers to do on every engagement team I’ve led. The question: Are there any consulting firms really letting new talent do this? Or is this the top delusion of new MBAs entering the consulting world?

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1st Post: How do MBB Risk & Regulation Teams compare to Big 4? It’s the only area where I’ve seen a Big4 Manager move to an MBB without a demotion (at least in Europe). Any insights are appreciated!:)

McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Looking for Associate/Consultant roles in MBB/big 4 in ATLANTA.

Pre-MBA/Masters/experienced hire level.
Any referrals?


Deloitte EY KPMG PwC McKinsey & Company Boston Consulting Group Bain & Company

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Hey 🐠, hope your week is going well. Current SM at a Big 4 with focus on PE VC and M&A. Would appreciate any pointers on PE Ops roles at the VP or Director level. I realize non-MBB backgrounds are not a hit with HHs, hence looking to connect for potential referrals. Thanks.

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How do you think a swap from MBB to big4 strategy would be viewed?

Currently in a flagship office of an MBB and there is basically no strategy. There are 9 miserable cost outs / transformations / PMOs for every 1 borderline strategy case. The staffing lottery in my region means you almost always end up working 75 hours+ on some god forsaken project. Contrast that to what I hear about big 4 strategy: lower hours and more strategy exposure as the crappy projects go to the other MC departments

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Does MBB have cyber security consultants? If so, any idea how hard it would be to join from a big 4 cyber risk? Also, do you need to eventually get an MBA? Thanks much.

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if you are recently single, would you be open to romantically seeing a colleague you've known prior to breaking up? or would you rather want time off to recover/see someone outside work

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Pulled yet another girl at the club, nothing wrong with her but been doing this a while and getting boring. Still don't want to settle down. Thoughts?

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Been a senior for almost 2 years and never reviewed staff's workpaper. Because short staffed, I still need to prepare many workpaper. I do supervise the staff and go over workpapers/questions with them whenever they need, but we don't have the time and budget for me to do reviewer work. Is this common in audit? Any suggestion?

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Thoughts on Nokia with its 5G investment...

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Anyone attending Grace Hopper conference this week? Hoping to meet cool people out there and hopefully land a few interviews to switch to tech. Long shot?

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Thoughts on this? Hired for a week of freelance, we kill it, client loves our work, then...they cut week short by a day. Isn’t that bad form? We could have worked someplace else for the full week.

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Can any one refer me in Accenture??? I have around 2.5 yoe in testing domain??

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NYC associate/jr producer salary?

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