Currently a junior in the strategy function of a bottom F500 company, with no previous consulting experience.

Looking to move into strategy consulting, what is the best pathway and approach?

If I aim for MBB or T2, would I only be hired into a lower level position?

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Your best bet is probably via an MBA

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That said, if you are successful in lateraling over to a strategy consulting firm, you will like come in at or near the undergrad analyst level. It will take a lot of networking and a good story to make the move, but it is possible.

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