What do MBB consultants really think about Big 4 consultants????

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Do you think interns at consulting firms, MBB and Big 4, would still have a guaranteed full time offer this summer/fall?

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How’s A&M viewed as at MBB in comparison to Big 4 in terms of reputation, competitiveness? Does it increase chances to get an interview at MBB coming from A&M vs Big 4? Thanks all!

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Has anyone jumped from M at big 4 to MBB? What level did you come in at?

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Do any strategy arms of Big 4 or MBB do pre-MBA internships?

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Are experienced hires from big 4 who jump to mbb treated like secondary citizens?

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What would it take to jump from a big 4 (e.g., EY) to MBB, (e.g., McKinsey)? Would it be worth it?
FS focus, a decade of work experience largely in data and regulatory, but no advanced degrees.

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Moving from big 4 tech implementation to boutique strategy firm for huge comp increase. Long term goal is mbb. Would this move help or hurt mba admissions and mbb recruitment?

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Are exit ops at mbb significantly better than at D, Accenture, big 4, atk etc...? If no, why are ppl obsessed with mbb?

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I have an interview with an MBB for an knowledge management/specialist role. I currently work as a technology consultant for the advisory arm of a sub big 4 accounting firm. Cont.

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What’s the best travel policy by firm? We have nothing but hoping to be upgraded... Flying coast to coast on economy every week is exhausting... I assume MBB allows first class flights. Big 4?

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If you were a MD at a big-4 incl Accenture & MBB, and you left consulting, what role did you switch to?

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What are the pros and cons of Big 4 and MBB?

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Do people from Accenture Strategy go to Deloitte S&O, big 4 Strat, or MBB often? Curious where people exit to or get offers from

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Big 4 S&O BA in Canada right now, is it possible to lateral into MBB without MBA? At BA level or C?

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MBB interviewers: Given constant GPA, SAT & UG Program, what increases chance of an industry hire landing a generalist interview: 1-2 YOE at Big 4, ACT, Booz, etc OR 1-2 YOE at Spotify, Snap, Bird...

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Hypothetically, would you move from a Big 4 to MBB if given an offer one rank below where you currently are? Assuming salary is similar.

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Would you leave Big 4 for MBB, same salary?

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What are the big cultural differences between Big 4 and MBB?

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London based consultants at MBB and Big 4 advisory - do you often travel to mainland Europe for projects?

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Do any of the firms (Big 4/MBB) have a ban on charging strangers for mock case interviews? Heard of some people doing it as a side hustle, but sounds questionable

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How much does your undergrad matter a few years out of school? Didn’t go to bad school but also didn’t go to a target. How would that affect my prospects at Big 4 or MBB?

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Is it realistic to get into MBB after 2 years of big 4? (Process improvement consulting)

Or is transitioning via T20 MBA more realistic?

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Would anyone be willing to chat about a referral to a Big 4 or MBB for Design/Innovation please? I have 5YOE and had an interview at BCGDV before Xmas but interested in other digital consulting arms..

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I have a personal Amex platinum card, can I use that to book eligible business flightsand then expense it? How does that work with big 4, and mbb usually? New coming employee to this company. Thanks!

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How hard is it to go from a big 4 to one of the MBB? Any advice?

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Ex-Deloitter here. My goal is to finish working across ALL of the Big 4, and then post-MBA at ALL of the MBB. Will I be considered a flight risk or will I garner the Thanos level respect I deserve?

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USA is MBB and Canada is Big 4. We all are soon to be minted MBAs.

Would I struggle if I transfer to MBB from a non-quant tech role at Big 4? Do they provide adequate training or do I have to learn in advance? How do the deliverables compare to Big 4 strategy/work?

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I want to transition from boutique to MBB/Big 4. Any tips?

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Anyone here working at Redhat?
Looking for a referral, I did Big 4 and MBB.

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Do we have airlines domain in the big 4 or MBB?

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Are salaries for big 4 strategy practices comparable to MBB?

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Any Big 4 folks make the transition to MBB? If yes, How did you do it and do you have any advice for someone who wants to make the move? ( 2YOE, 1 @Deloitte in a data protection role )

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For you experienced consultants, what were some impactful changes (good/bad) that you experienced moving from a broader general firm (big 4,MBB, etc) to a boutique /LS specific firm (ZS, putnam, etc)?

Does any MBB hire specifically for deal execution work? (Think the big 4 deals groups DDV, Deal Advisory, etc.) or is it totally generalist model that you happen to work in that space as needed?

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I'm a young (under 30) SM at Big 4 & like everyone here would like to make the move to MBB. I recognize a title change is likely but I don't care about titles. My question is how to make the change?

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How big is the interview difficulty gap between Big 4 and MBB?

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Best and worst firm of MBB, Tier 2, Big 4?
Not in terms of “prestige”/rankings but culture/wlb/compensation etc

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What’s the incentive to stay in Big 4 Advisory post MBA when MBB offers accelerated promotions, larger comp increases YoY, etc? I understand having gratitude is good but just genuinely wondering

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Hey everyone,
I have a BSc degree from a semi-target university in the United Kingdom, and I currently have around 2 years of strategy consultancy experience at a Big 4 in one of Africa's most competitive economies. I'm looking to step into consulting in Dubai/ Abu Dhabi (MBB, Tier 2, boutiques, etc.).
Any referrals?
Thanks

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Wondering how much a Partner makes in Big 4 consulting? Is there really that big of a difference at the Partner level compared to MBB (starting 7 figure)?

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I'm a PhD student (graduating next year) looking to pursue consulting (ideally at MBB or Big 4). I would love to learn about full-time opportunities in New York starting 2023

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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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?

Any Big 4 fish who are not really pursuing MBB for exit ops... what are your exit goals?? And for what reasons? Trying to find options other than chasing MBB

How difficult would it be to exit into MBB from Big 4 financial services consulting? Obviously it’s dependent on the candidate, but is this a switch one can accomplish without going back for an MBA?

Alright, fishies, let’s try this again. Name drop boutique firms that have offices in San Francisco Bay Area. Big 4 is not my future (as many many MANY of you have repeatedly said I’m not good enough for). So, I’m taking the hint and crossing MBB and Big 4 off my list but still hoping a smaller firm will consider me.

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Is the difference between big 4 and MBB in compensation huge at top levels (SM and up)?

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What does the recruitment process look like for PhD candidates for the Big 4 and tier 2 firms? I know MBB recruits PhDs, but am unclear about the rest.

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Anyone else scroll through LinkedIn and constantly feel behind in their career? Everyone I know is exiting from MBB to VC/PE and I’m still making peanuts at Big 4. How do you deal with knowing you’re mediocre/less sharp?

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How to deal with being rejected from a consulting job you want?

We've all been there (not just me I hope). It's so frustrating when the consulting one is a tough hill to climb. Has joining a smaller management consulting firm ever worked out for anyone?

I'd like to hope one day I could get into big 4 or even MBB.

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Hi fish! Recently free MC here. Looking for a referral to a Big 4, or MBB

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Is it recommended to get two full years of consulting experience before looking for a move elsewhere...for more comp (say to another Big 4, industry, attempt at MBB or FAANG)? Already have 8 yoe in the DoD space outside of consulting. And about 16 months of consulting exp

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Discussion post: I feel almost all consulting firms are the same. Mbb, big 4 etc. if you are paid enough there is probably less wlb. If there is good wlb there is not much money. Can you single out a company that you can confidently say pays very well and also has good wlb and also has good opportunities etc.?

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Just accepted a job at big 4, I have 1 YOE experience as a data scientist, plan is to stay for 2 years then go to MBB or masters…thoughts?

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Are MBB and Boutiques doing this massive hiring blitz with double referral bonus etc like the big 4 are? Or did they not fire all their people last fall?

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Moving from a boutique (<30 employees, MBB competitor) to the strategy practice of a Big 4. Have only worked for boutiques in the past, so I’m expecting there to be some major differences in terms of working style.

What are the major differences and ‘watch outs’ you would point out to me? Could be anything from culture, to red tape, to compliance etc.

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Anyone here who made the exit from Big 4/MBB consulting to a VC? If so, I’d love to hear about how the experience is so far. (Not to mention the WLB and comp!) I’m considering a career change but have no one in my network I can go to for insights. Thx! 🙏🏾

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Tenured Ms that have gone from tier 2/big 4/ACN to MBB laterally (yes this is happening now) - have you noticed any significantly better exit opps coming through or differences in what recruiters are reaching out for? Curious about this.

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Selling 4 tickets for Maggie Daley ice skating ribbon today at 2-4 pm with skate rental included - anyone interested?

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Who else started with small businesses and moved up to medium and large at agencies structured to handle it? I handle 40 clients and some 60 Content managers, ad managers, designers, developers, and a smattering of other positions.

Which was better? I have almost complete autonomy over what happens with small biz, but getting to focus on projects for more than an hour/month sounds nice.

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Looking at full-time and application asks for expected salary and then expected total compensation as a number. How should I figure out the second? Health insurance, bonuses, life insurance, equity, PTO? I studied art, not math.

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Can anyone refer me in Accenture ?

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Please like my post, trying to unlock DMs. Much appreciated!

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Currently SM at Bain (4 years post MBA) and was approached for a senior associate role in portfolio ops at a large PE fund. Been told 2.5 years to VP and another 2.5 years to director. Feels like the role is a bit junior but offers a 50% pay jump.

Thoughts on seniority? Also, any interview resources for PE portfolio roles?

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I have to support my family financially. Usually my mom cooks for the family so groceries only cost $1200/month. However, my mom is abroad for 2 months so it’s just my siblings and they can’t cook so they’ve been using my card for doordash. I think there are days when they spend $100+/day. It’s frustrating because my mom already told them the daily budget repeatedly. I’ll go bankrupt at that rate. However, it’s not like I can take my card back since I don’t want them to starve…

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Starting to think it’s all a scam. Everyone knew tomorrow would be a bad day for the market... and bam... Gilead announces. = rally tomorrow!!! Ride the waves, my friends 🤣 THOUGHTS???

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How is the labor shortage impacting your business?

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We found out one of our drivers may have a drinking problem. How? Bunch of empty bottles in his truck. Should I ask about this or just let him go to avoid being held liable in case an accident happens?

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Ladies what are the best apps to find a one night stand with a normal guy?

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I'm new-ish to copywriting after working as news reporter and TV host for years. I'd like to start putting together a portfolio of my writing, but I'm not sure what a marketing copywriting "book" should look like. I have emails, blog articles, promotions etc. Any good examples or resources you could share?

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For those who have clerked for a judge at state court, For a boutique sized law firm, what is the base salary you have gotten?

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LTI is Hiring for below Cloud - BU Positions!!

Immediate to 30 days joiners will be preferred.
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Any one recently joined Indeed? Want to know if Indeed asked for a reliving/experience letter from the previous employer. I am joining Indeed in July. I am going through a rough patch with my current employer, ever since I put in my notice 🤦‍♂️ Its got to the point of them threatening to not provide a experience/reliving letter…
I can provide references and recommendations. Before leaving, I just want to ensure that I am equipping my successor to take care of my product and build it further…

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I am looking for an early exit (less than 2 YOE) and I have no idea how to modify my college resume to a consultant resume. Can a Good Samaritan offer tips ? Or share an anonymised sample ?🙏🏼🙏🏼

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What’s your wildest lifestyle story or fantasy? Mine is to be tied up, blindfolded, eaten out and fucked by a dozen gals. 💁🏽‍♀️

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