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

Any FDD to MBB success stories? If so, how did you make it happen and would you do it again? Considering this move.

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Hey everyone!

I am European, 26 and currently earning 75k (T2 Consulting Firm). This is pretty standard (MBB pays 81k). After taxes that makes around 3.4k a month. I am spending 1/3 of my salary on living expenses and have around 2k/month to save. Compared to the TCs I am reading here in my age range that seems VERY low. How does the US and Europe compare in that regard and how can I make the most out of it?

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What’s the target entry level for an engagement manager coming from MBB?

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Best MBA school to go from MBB pre-mba to sports management (nfl, nba, mlb) post-mba?

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MBB fishes, I know most of you are all from top schools and most are all smart but have you experienced where one person on the team was just on another level where inside of you say damn he/she smart?

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Is EYP comp in Toronto similar to MBB?

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Random thought on Sunday - I often read people wanting a better WLB and I respect that but what really is a better WLB? I get IB has some crazy hours during busy times where people work 20 hrs a day but doesn’t happen everyday. I often ask ppl why complain about WLB when we clearly knew what is expected if we join IB, MBB, PE, etc. Genuinely curious to others.

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Question for MBB 🐠 who decided to get an MBA - did it actually change your career trajectory in a meaningful way?

Currently having trouble justifying the opportunity cost, esp. since I’d have to come back for 2 years if I get sponsored, and there’s nothing I’m dying to pivot into.
Am I missing something?

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What’s the first year total comp of partner at MBB and average years of experience if homegrown?

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Hi,
Looking to chat with someone at AlixPartners in ME/Europe. I am very interested in performance improvement practice. M level at MBB , with strong experience in PI, top MBA school.
Thanks

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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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Hi to everyone, I am looking for a referral in MBB for wealth management or PE teams, is there anyone that can help me? I am currently enrolled in CFA lvl. I and have 4 yrs of IT strategy consulting experience.

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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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If the longterm goal is to get into real strategy consulting ie. MBB, T2, would it be better to start at a smaller ~T4-5 firm in their digital arm or an internal role at a Fortune 500 bank after UG?

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Is tech strategy work the majority of work MBB consulting firms are getting? I've heard that pure "strategy" projects don't come by as often.

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Hey all MBB fishes! I saw the post in the past where those who get offers from all 3, general split is 5:2.5:2.5. Is this still true when you talk to your peers? Also, what was the reason for picking one over the other??

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Have people been disappointed with their transition to MBB? If so, why?

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Is getting a job at a low ranked VC firm more competitive than MBB? I’m new to consulting, heard this, and curious if it’s an accurate take

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Which strategy firms sponsor an MBA apart from MBB?

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If Oxbridge is MBB, is LSE like Oliver Wyman?

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Normal full time MBB MBA offers have a 30K sign on bonus. Do you get a higher sign on if you interned and then accepted a return offer?

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Normal full time MBB MBA offers have a 30K sign on bonus. Do you get a higher sign on if you interned and then accepted a return offer?

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Hello fishes 👋

Which firm is ranked 4th after MBB in the region? And why?

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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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Striking out for T2 interview invites but got final round for 2 out of 3 MBB.. is there any logic to this? Networked with all

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Anyone working in MBB or IB BB? How do you manage your meds? Last dose of stimulants?

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Which firm is #4 after MBB is London?

Lets get the debate going

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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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If you’re at B4, would you get any serious consideration at M7s if you tried to matriculate right when you hit the 3 year mark (apply at 2)? I hear that a lot of MBB people do this but the standard timeline for B4 seems to be to matriculate at 4 YOE.

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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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do any consulting firms in the US (MBB, Big 4) sponsor MBA programs outside of the country (e.g. London Business School, HEC Paris, INSEAD)

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Good answer for “what motivates you” for MBB interview without the mention of 💵

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So I’m in industry from big 4, and a colleague with same yoe comes from MBB. High paying tech firm. I think I work harder and produce quality content at speed, but they can hold executive conversations that tend to impress senior stakeholders.

Big 4 produces work horses and MBB produces leaders. Also they could be a work horse too since I don’t have full visibility.

Anyone have similar experiences or do I just suck at executive stakeholder management?

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Hi ME 🐠s! Would like to know a bit regarding Business Analyst roles in MBB, T2 / B4 firms in UAE. I come from a target school in India (say MBB / T2 hires from my college every year) with ~1 YOE in consulting - based in Dubai. Would the stated firms consider me for a BA role (lateral hire as an experienced BA)?

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What is MBB partner salary in UAE?

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How do you look for a job in Sweden from the US? Have a Swedish spouse and are thinking of moving from the US. T10 MBA + MBB firm, not sure how to find opportunities or convey experience to them. I could transfer offices to Stockholm but want to see other options

Anyone got the skinny on Alix consulting?

Got pinged by a recruiter for an MD role in digital transformation

He claims they compete with MBB and Alvarez.

Thoughts?

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Which would you rather? Internal at MBB or client-facing at Big 4/ACN?

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What should be an expected salary for an experienced hire with 3 yoe joining as a senior associate in MBB?

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Negotiating an offer with MBB. How should I negotiate for unvested RSUs? I have about $400K with a vesting schedule over the next 3.5 years. Thank you!

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How does Deloitte stack up against MBB in the healthcare space (size/scale of clients, type of work, etc.)? My understanding is that they are all on the same level, and that D is #1 in healthcare m&a.

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MBB Human Capital or FAANG Product Manager? Both are in NYC and compensation is similar. I have 7YOE in risk management at an industry specific (tech) boutique investment bank.

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Has anyone moved from tech consulting to strategy in MBB's. Anyone willing to guide on how you made the move?

Is it worth moving to strategy consulting or do strategy business ops in industry?

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What is the payout to front end consultants with 3-4 years in MBB ?

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Hi Folks having YOE of 3.7 yrs in IT, any chance to move to any one of MBB

Anyone have success cold applying for VC roles and not in MBB? Just submitted an app last week and they should be reaching out this week, but I’m not sure how long to wait before giving up…

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Hey folks, anybody willing to refer me for consulting position at MBB, Kearney, OW, EYP, S&.

I have more than 2 years of experience in market research firm and have worked in a startup in UK and Germany.

I had passed the CV screening at Bain, LEK and S& London offices last year. I will share the SS for credibility :)

I am happy to have quick chat.

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MBB folks, I’m a Product Manager (non-tech company) and interested in working at MBB.

Which level/role does MBB can offer me ?

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What is average salary for P4 in LTI ?

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Nyc fish - what are your first and second year PE salaries looking like and what is fund size? I’m at 150 base and 150 bonus with a 2bn fund in my first year

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