Anyone transition to consulting with a tech background after 35? I’ve got a MIS undergrad degree and have been working in business systems support and PM for the last few years (mostly technical and processes). I’ve got a good role, but strategy consulting has been my calling. I just never had made it into any of the major firms and sometimes sounds it may be better off not being there. Would it be a foolish change? I work in Toronto making over 105k with my PMP with more growth potential.

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Lol that’s what she said

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You might be able to get into tech strategy with that experience, but it’s unlikely. Most consulting firms would hire you for the bait and switch to tech implementations consulting. If you go for it, be careful about what the recruiter says. They’ll sell you on tech strategy, but it will really be PMO for tech implementations.

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Would be an uphill climb. Emba may help

I got conditionally accepted for my accelerated at University of western Ontario - similar to the EMBA but more for individuals for a vertical climb. I’ve also got a ton of personal responsibilities outside of my job (taking care of my mom), so I’ve planned to defer. Also need to get the gmat done.

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