Current SC in Risk Advisory seeing what steps are required/possibilities to switch to strategy consulting (Montior)

Background
- currently doing mainly IT Audit, alongside IA and disaster recovery/business resiliency exposure
- CPA and CISA designations
- 2 yoe
- BComm

Motivation
- want work where clients actually want my help
- want to see more impact of work to clients and their strategic decisions
- wanting more complexity and business strategy oriented problems

Thoughts? TIA

Has anyone thought of doing of a masters in CS instead of a MBA to break into product management?

Advice on taking the SHRM-SCP exam? I’m taking the exam tomorrow and not feeling as prepared as I should. Who has taken the SCP exam? How difficult did you find it?

What is the moment that made you realize you wanted a career in entertainment?

What do I do if my manager is ultra super micromanaging, she just called me out on an extra space in an entry in an analytical graph I created😱 not a big deal to me but she said it was unacceptable. Like idk what to do, I need the job and I’m still missing a long time to make the pivot to another company😩

Any interesting product management podcast, interesting Indian product journeys, interesting other product journeys that has something to learn for a product manager

What is a typical exit opportunity for a Director in FDD? I’m over the stress, but I feel like the monotony of industry will equally stress me out. I have only done FDD my whole career so the PE exit route is likely not going to happen (I’m realistic 🙂)

If I reject Accenture Technology offer, will I be able to appear for Accenture Strategy interview later on? I have an MBA.

Can someone give me some insight on the CAMS prep process and exam? Time frame, rigor etc?

Getting ready to study for the CAMS exam. Do I need anything extra besides just studying the study guide and practice exam over and over. I’ve read online about people using AML assassin; is it worth it?

Which are some of well recognized certifications in Healthcare IT space? I have around 3 years of exp in Payer side and will like to make my CV stronger with a certification. Looking for something like PMP for Project Management

ACCA and CPA qualifications. How useful are they in the line of consulting. I work in the M&A space focusing on FDD. Happy to have a chat to see what qualifications if any are actually useful in our line of work.

Hi all,
I m currently working with PWC from last 8 months in Internal Audit & Completed my MBA from BIIB pune in 2022 June. I want to switch the company as well as profile. I have my interest in Investment banking, Valuation and M&A. Can anyone refer me for the above mentioned profiles?

Best way to get a consulting job in the U.S?

Just got an offer from another big 4 for a 50% increase in base.
Should I take it or stay where I am and keep pursuing an exit to Tech?
Will it be more difficult to exit if I take it?

I’m still in the entry levels of digital marketing and I’m looking to expand my skills. What would you suggest to get certified in or skills / programs to learn.

Hi, I am considering two offers in Strategy Consulting (MBB) and PE (Tier 1 European fund) for a first job post studies based in Europe. Do you have any insights/advice on what I should consider to make my decision (compensation, career opportunities, professional development, work-life balance etc) based on your experience?Thanks!

Soon to be graduating from an MBA, and won't be able to attend a graduation ceremony or grad party - is it something life changing that I'll be missing out on?

Which is better long term. A job at a Big agency with big clients VS. A job at a smaller shop but higher pay and title with more responsibility.

Hi what all we need to do before joining ? I have taken the print out of all the forms that we need to submit but do we need to mail them to someone or do we need to submit the hard copy of that.

Does CGI has car lease policy?

What’s the difference between FAAS and FDD? Also which one pay better?

Considering a transition back into consulting...which firms are recruiting?

Hi All, After HR Discussion its around more than 10 days i have not received any offer letter and HR is not replying on mail too.

Did anyone faced same issue.

I’m having trouble working in Tax. I’m overwhelmed and am feeling like I’m not producing my best work. I want to talk to someone at work about it but a) I don’t know who to go to and b) feel like it’s not worth it because there’s nothing that anyone can do but tell me to get a different job. I feel like I SHOULD say something to someone though, right? Idk. I’ve been on the job hunt for a while now and am not really having any luck, which is just adding to my despair. What should I do?

Hello Technie's,
I am in a confused state of mind with my current situation & I can surely use some advice from you guys.
I'm working with a product company for almost 5+ yrs now & recently decided to separate from them for obvious compensation reasons.
I have multiple offers now with product/service based companies.
The top and the best offer I have is from a service based organization of almost 100% hike.
Now my company wants to retain me & offering me even higher. What should I do?

Guys.. Please help..
- Jpmc(28 fixed + 8-10% Variable bonus) bangalore
- Deloitte India (28 fixed + 1.5 joining bonus) Gurgaon
- Current company (bofa) retaining with 45% now and 20% in end year (total ~28 fixed only).

CC: bofa
Yoe: 6
Current location: Dehradun/Gurgaon

Should I accept ans retain in the same company??
Please help

When do we think dating can go back to normal post-pandemic? Are we thinking mid 2021?

Who’s buying the dip today?!

Partners / Managing Directors: in your junior years, how did you manage not wanting to work with a Senior Mgr who consistently tries to pull you into work he is doing? (He lies, tries to make you think that he is doing you favors, etc.) Does your answer now change as a Partner / MD?

(This absolutely happened so please don’t report and ban me)
I recently gave my two week notice and will be joining a good firm.
While having drinks with my colleagues today one of them says “you’re not a citizen. Stop taking American jobs.” I am an immigrant yes, but I have a graduate degree from one of the target schools and have worked my a*$ off to be where I am. I laughed it off then but now I regret letting it go that easily.

I am an Audit S1 that wants to work in a B4 Forensics practice. Would it be best for me to accept an offer in Forensics at a much smaller firm (local, 150ish total employees) to gain experience and then try to move to B4 Forensics? Or should I stay in Audit and wait for B4 Forensics positions to open up? Please let me know your thoughts!

Anyone here 40s never married, no kids?

So about that Google lawsuit...

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

Any suggestions for self help books on anxiety? Been dealing with anxiety for quite some time now and have been seeing a therapist but also just want to see what other resources are out there.

Coffee chat with a partner... any tips?

New hire to KPMG soon. Types of laptops?

Heading to Barcelona for a long weekend with some friends Looking for recommendations - food (markets), (rooftop) bars, beaches, clubs.

Are McK/BCG Asia offices done with recruiting for undergrad roles?

Very difficult to explore side opps when consulting. When clocking 70+ hours no time to work on others. Wage slavery continues...

Here's a question I wish I never had to ask. Is it better to use the code for bereavement leave or just burn pto I'm going to lose anyway? Does it make a difference from a utilization standpoint?

Not liking the fact it gets dark by 4PM

For those who work with Practitioners from India do you do Sunday night calls?

I don’t have an Amazon Prime acct and have not bought anything off Amazon in the past 3 years. I just hate their site design, like to support local, and most of my brands ship to me fine. Anyone else?

Analyst here 🙋🏻‍♂️: managers and seniors - when I’m having a show stopper after having explored all possible options to solving a problem, I need to ask for help. How would you recommend me cont.

What's the best consulting firms for H1B folks who have studied masters in STEM here? Got a cousin graduating this fall and he needs to know H1B/GC policies.

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

What kind of industry opportunities are possible after 5yrs in Federal Consulting ? (non IT/Cyber)

Is it easy or at least possible to move from federal consulting to commercial?

How does your firm measure utilization? I work for a small boutique that defines it as utilization = number of billable hours/2,080 and full bonus payout occurs at 80% plus.

Notice there are so many people with debate experience in consulting. Kinda impressed. Any highly recommended books related to debate or communication in general?

How bad is it when your managing partner has to send out missives (yes, plural) about your deployment?

Best consulting firms for PE work (CDD,Value Creation)? Looking for the best firm for exit ops to PE ops eventually. Thanks!