MBB refers to the three largest consulting firms: McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, and Bain & Company.

At an MBA, have some MBB internship interviews in 2.5ish weeks. I’ve practiced 7 cases total and find case structuring to be difficult. How would you recommend I improve?

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Which firm is #4 after MBB is London?

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Which firm is #4 after MBB is London?

Lets get the debate going

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ME. What are the best consulting firms in the region for performance improvement (operations, not supply chain) and implementation practices? I am have an extensive experience in these fields, M level, MBB.
Would be happy to chat.
Thank you.

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Anyone working at MBB in Sydney? Would love to connect thanks!

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If I already have a PM offer at TikTok, is it worth attending my MBB interviews?

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any resources you guys would recommend for numerical reasoning/other pre-interview assessments?
(Currently at a T2, hoping to start applying to MBB this summer when the hiring market heats back up)

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Anyone at MBB willing to chat with me about how they handle externships? Considering an offer and saw this as one of their benefits, would really be interested to know how these work--are you still an employee? How long are they for? Is it like you are being temped out to the client?

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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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I have an offer for a T25 full ride + stipend in a MCOL/LCOL city where my entire family is. Could probably buy a home there too. I’m not that ambitious career wise. I also have an offer for a T10 half tuition. Anyone have any thoughts on this situation? I don’t really care for MBB / IB - I like enjoying life M - F. Didn’t apply to M7

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What is the avg. rate/hr of Manager in year 1 at MBB and Big4?

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What is the avg. rate/hr for partner in Y1 at MBB and Big4?

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Is MBB reducing hiring for MBA summer associates/consultants this year (vs average)?

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are the roles for ops variably different for mbb/t2?

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MBB/T2 folks - would you be willing to do a 10 min rapid review of my resume? Getting rejected even without an interview, and not sure what’s up. ~2yrs in tech strategy, non-target school with high GPA and a business major. Applying for fresh grad roles. Either my resume is trash or I need to work on extra curricular more??? Happy to email it over/set up time. The more brutal the feedback the better!

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McKinsey & Company Does MBB have a minimum GRE score they look at when recruiting MBA candidates (like 320+)? McKinsey & Company

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Hi! What are you tips to prepare for work at MBB. Trainings, books? How to quickly build a network within the organization? Starting at BCG in a month! Thank you in advance

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Any advice on how to prepare for an MBB role? Any skills or advice for the first weeks/months on the job. (How to make a good impression etc)

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MBB vs. KKR Capstone?

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Hi everyone,

I spent 2 years at McK in Asia, currently doing in-house strategy at a bank. I am hoping to return to consulting, targeting ME region, especially Dubai and Doha.

Exchanged some email with a Mck recruiter, but haven't heard back since I sent them my CV.

Looking for referral for MBB.

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Looking to get into MBB, currently working as senior consultant in finance transformation domain at EY in business consulting. Suggestions please?

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Looking to get into MBB, currently working as senior consultant in finance transformation domain at EY in business consulting. Suggestions please?

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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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MBB Partners - What bank accounts and trading accounts do you use? Just curious about how high net worth folks manage money 🧐

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What’s the TC at each MBB for new MBA hires? BCG base is 190, Bain and McK are 192. What do the bonus percentages look like, plus sign on and relocation?

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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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I exited consulting to Corporate Strategy one year ago. 13 years of experience, MBB + boutique background, financial services. Current total comp $400k. I studied engineering but never had a technical role. I can move internally to non-technical product management with my current firm (large bank), lateral move no salary change. Would it open the door for a higher salary by switching firms? An acquaintance told me that he makes $700k as a PM director at Citi, is that a reference level?

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If you were at an MBA, would you rather take an MBB consulting offer or a PM offer at a non-FAANG company? Consulting offers more location flexibility (200K in Atlanta is nice), but Product seems like an attractive career path.

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For those target schools esp. M7 schools, I assume MBB get the most applications for summer internships in Nov. I am genuinely curious what they look for because by the time you apply, you are not even through 1st semester at school. Does this mean, you get screened by your undergrad/work experience?

Also, do we know roughly how many they interview on campus? If 800 out of 1000 HBS 1st yr students apply, how many get to the interview round?

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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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Is it at all possible to go from KPMG strategy to MBB? Feel like MBB really suits my skill set, attitude and ambition… but unsure if KPMG has the strategy creds to make the jump.

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I feel like I’m supposed to be happy and I’m not. I went to a shitty school, got a good scholarship and I’m starting at MBB in the spring. I still feel like dogshit and I don’t know why lol

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What levels do MBB EMs/PLs exit to pharma usually? Background prior to consulting is practicing MD if that helps

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What are key differences in terms of nature of work and exit opportunities between PE ops and deals teams? I’m trying to get a sense where I would be happier. How would you evaluate who is a good fit for one vs the other? (Context: joining MBB but would like to pivot into roles with more ownership. Trying to make sense of which part of PE is the best fit)

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Hi London folks - what are the best recruiting firms to chat with/reach out to for people at MBB (C and above) looking to exit into corporate (strategy and biz-op roles)?

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What is MBB partner comp like in Canada? Is it the same as the US? or is it significantly lower?

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Hello Fishes
Just wanted to know if it's conducive to apply directly as opposed to a referral. Looking for opportunities within MBB and other consulting firms within the region.
Wanted to know if there is success in applying coldly as opposed to a referral at the Dubai offices for these firms?
Any suggestions would be much appreciated.
Thank you.

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MBB offices in Southeast Asia and LatAm recruit based on racist and clasist criteria.

You should speak to some of the associate partners and partners that I have, meritocracy my @ss!

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Thoughts about MBB offices in Doha? How’s the culture, WLB, range of projects, etc.?

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Hello les fish,
Des idées de salaires de manager (fixe, bonus, total comp) à Paris en MBB ? J'ai en tête un package autour de 180-200 ça vous semble comment ?

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Fully regret completing my MBA at a non target even tho I got into some M7s, mainly for ego reasons. Did the MBA to break into consulting, and I did but wondering if I would’ve been able to get in with MBB through traditional channels had I done M7. Now I’m finding it impossible to even get interviews at MBB

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Going to Wharton in the fall. Is it worth going MBB over returning to big 4 (sponsored)? Is this a common path?

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Does MBB accept applications where you don’t have an undergrad?

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Know this is a long shot, but if I’m counseled out of one MBB, what are the chances I could get an equivalent job at another? And if not another MBB, thinking that a T2 or B4 could be possible? I’m not even sure I want to stay in consulting, but also feel like I didn’t get a fair shot at it

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Do T2 consulting firms (think Kearney, OW) and MBB hire experienced professionals WITHOUT MBA (I.e., is a prestigious MBA mandatory in the region?). I already have a post-MBA position

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Is it possible for someone with anxiety to have a career at MBB? Anyone currently in this situation? How do you cope?

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Do you always need an MBA to get into MBB?

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Got an offer from BCN as Associate. Wondering if there are any openings or if anyone here can refer me to other openings in MBB. Looking for options.
1 YOE,Strategy consulting, CDD

Networking: I’m trying to build a network with MBB employees but I’m searching for roles in another country where I’ve got minimal school connections. Should I start by building a network in my home country and ask them if they can put me in touch with someone in my target location? Or just go straight to people in my intended location with cold requests/emails? Thoughts and views welcome!

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Plan to go to B-school in 3 years (1 year out of UG now). Long term goal is entrepreneurship. Have offers at a MBB firm for a generalist consultant role and at FAANG for a strategy role. FAANG offer is slightly higher (though both are a 50+% bump on my current comp). Both would have me reset to entry level. Which one should I take?

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How much do people make on average in VC after 2-3 years out of undergrad in MBB/IB?

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Anyone willing to offer referral for lateral hire consulting opportunities at MBB. Is it possible to share the profile internally with someone at Partner level for consideration.
12+ yrs experience in strategy, transformation, change, process improvement, cost optimization & analytics. Helped F500 clients on Future of Work & workforce transformation cases in pandemic.

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Pre-MBA at MBB — Have worked on a few DDs but have not touched the model workstream yet. Any advice on how I can best discuss my “deal” experience in PE interviews despite that? Thanks in advance!

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MBB or FAANG (Ops role)? Similar comp structure

Bain & Company Hi fishes, requesting a referral in Corporate Finance and Strategy or PIPE/PEPI team at MBB. I can DM all the details and resume for your perusal.
Thank you

McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Bain Capital Boston Consulting Group

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Bain & Company Atlanta people! I’m in the process of applying for MBA programs and wanted to ask what recruiting is like for MBB from Emorys program? Is there a reasonable shot at getting into the Atlanta office from Emory, or are those openings primarily filled by other schools (Duke, UVA, etc.)

Boston Consulting Group
McKinsey & Company
Bain & Company

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Bain & Company Hi fishes, I'm looking for jobs at MBB. Seeking referrals. Thanks!!.McKinsey & Company Boston Consulting Group Bain & Company

What is the real deal across MBB, Tier 2, Big4?

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Got my MBB offer as an Exp Hire! A few insights from my case prep. I practiced ~10 cases solo using Case Coach videos. I'd watch the interviewer speak, pause the video, practice (speak out loud, ask questions, explain my approach, even time myself), then play to see what the candidate did, and evaluate myself for gaps.

I also learned the evaluation criteria and internalized the generic case frameworks.

I do work in consulting and had done live case interviews 5 years ago

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Looking to get into Facebook privacy legal team. Have experience as a consultant at another FAANG company. Anyone willing to provide a referral or discuss further?

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I have received an offer from GSK for Manager 8a designation. Can someone help me with some of my doubts?

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Is there anyone in this bowl who has switched to GSK from ZS. I have few questions. Won't waste much of your time. Please let me know if we can connect over DM.

Thanks :)

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Hello Fishes,

Anyone here as VP or AVP in barclays...I've came across with one very suitable opening with barclays... Can anyone reffer me please?

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Has anyone gone through uscis SAVE check for drivers license and any idea how long it takes ? My drivers license is stuck on the SAVE check and I am struggling without driving for almost 2 weeks now

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To my writers/content creators and alike, how much do you charge to write content for someone? And do you charge them hourly or by cents per word? I’ve been offered a small contract for 10 hours per week and not sure what my rate should be or how I should set it up

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How did you start meeting people in Toronto when you moved here?

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What software do you use on a daily basis?

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Hi Fishes, Need your help.

I am an ETL Developer with 3 years of experience with Informatica powecenter & an overall IT experience of around 6 years(rest is support experience).

I am looking to make a Switch to another company as an ETL/BI Developer.

How much should I ask the recruiter, when they ask my Salary expectation (Current salary is around 9lpa)

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I hate going home for Thanksgiving because I always feel like I haven't succeeded enough yet and my family has seen me fail a lot

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Hi fishes, I recently joined Accenture, I am from manual testing background and they put me into monitoring team where we need to analyse errors looking at codes, logs and resolve it and the KT that is being given to me doesnt feel enough when I raised concern to TL, TL itself is blaming it on me that I qm not able to understand what is being taught, I am not able to work in the project at all, I requested for roll off within a month, will this imact my career at accenture? someone please sugges

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Any recommendations for companies open to former senior-level agency folks? Looking to make the switch in house and have 15 years experience working in oncology

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What are some roles you have seen sales people successfully transition to (from tech/SaaS)?

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I left bedside nursing and the hospital 2 years ago. I don't feel guilty about it and honestly this pandemic
has convinced me to never return.

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If you had to choose between Cyberpunk, Elden Ring, and Dying Light 2, which would you pick and why?

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Tmrw is my joining date with optum when will I receive joining formalities and onboarding procedure

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Hi ZSers, is EBl round the final round at ZS
for BTAC profile coz it was the only round I
had after my written test. If yes when can I
expect to hear back from hiring team?

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What are some high paying companies for Data Science roles?

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