Do you know anyone who had their mba sponsored by their employer then left the firm? Did the firm pursue them/sue? Asking for a friend 👀

What looks better for mba applications... management consulting or strategy consulting?

I just graduated from a nontarget in Dec 2020 & am currently interning at PwC before I go back to do my Masters. My initial plan was to accept my full time offer and slowly work my way into IB.

I see postings right now for FT IB analyst programs. Should I even try applying online?

Ik recruiters don’t really read cover letters, but I learned about banking rlly late into college. i’m the daughter of blue collar workers who don’t speak English so I never really knew what jobs were “prestigious”

I felt like I am moving nowhere. I don't know what to do.

I am 29. I decided again to pause studying business in a university. I only have 5 subjects left before graduation. Reasons?

$10,000 total debts,
Pandemic,
Career Crisis

I turned to online classes that offer internship and support. I'm taking digital marketing, python programming and bookkeeping to apply and enhance my skills. I retained my job as a real time analyst.

I sleep 6 hours in average. High sugar intake.

Hello, I’m current a Cyber Security Incident Responder but I’m a little unclear on what path to take in terms of certs/career path. What should I aim for? I current have a CompTia Security + cert and Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin. I’d also prefer the blue team or purple team.

When should I tell my manager / “recommendor” I am planning to apply to bschool? Applying R1 this fall

Have any of you enrolled in or completed the Penn MCIT program and be willing to chat about your experience?

Mind sharing your GMAT study schedule, for those working full time (especially those with long hours)?

Hi all—took the GMAT (yes another GMAT thread sorry) after doing the mprep course and got a 660... Quant 41 Verbal 41. Any advice for how to study to boost quant? And can verbal really get better?

Can you recruit via headhunter while in an MBA program?

Has anyone tried to take an in-person GMAT recently? Are they allowing in-person tests or have you been rescheduled?

I’m looking into exiting consulting and moving into product management. Picked up a few books to read. Would a PM certification provide a lot of value? Any other tips are appreciated! Thank you.

Howz studying at UK different than US or Australia ?

Does it have brand value better in terms of working in UK for some years and travel back to India ?

Hello! I have a two part question: 1) is it worth it to obtain an SHRM specialty credential if I don’t have the broader SHRM certification? 2) has anyone gotten the People Analytics or Talent Acquistion credential? If so, how valuable was it from a learning perspective? Do you feel it significantly contributed to your knowledge in either area? Thank you!

I am struggling to spend the time to study for the PHR. I have everything I need, but I feel exhausted from the work week every weekend. I’m looking to take it in August.. help? What do I do?

Cancelled flights, 2-city week, major deliverable due, and MBA final exams this weekend. Anyone else ready for next week?

What deferred programs are you planning on applying to?

Do you feel like you had good representation of minorities in marketing or examples to follow while you were in school? There were other Black people in my program, but I never had a professor who wasn't white, this may have just been my university though. Curious! Do you think it had an impact on your work?

Does any firm reimburse for part time MBA ? Thinking of applying for Booth part time MBA

Hello fishes, Currently I have experience of 11 yrs in Manual Testing and mobile application testing and working as team lead in an organization, now I am confused should I go for Automation Testing or go for project management for growth. Please required your genuine guidance. Thanks.

Is It better to join a PE Tech company in an impending recession or stay with a public company ?

I've officially made it - got a parking spot

Can any one refer me to Mercer for java technology?
Yoe: 2 years
Skillset: java springboot, microservices, Rest API, Hibernate.

Want to take a 1 week vacation solo between jobs in 2 weeks. Any recommendations? Budget of about 1.5K for flight + hotel / stay accommodation. Based in Chicago.

Any Bankers here who get to work full time remote? Trying to convince my firm

Deborah Chow with the grand slam on Kenobi episode 6 - that is all, a must watch!

Is taking the bus to work as convenient as taking the tube? Thinking of getting a place that by bus has a lesser commute than train but worried about traffic, frequency, etc. of the bus. Basically 20 mins bus vs 27 mins tube? Thanks!

How much are other AGMs getting paid in fine dining?

The pandemic has brought misery for a few sales organizations and unforeseen opportunities for a few others. How many folks out here crushed Q2? If so by what % did you exceed your quarterly quota? Did someone have their best quarter till date? Let’s celebrate some accomplishments!

Has anyone had an interview with Aston Carter before? If so, what would be some advice you would give?

Cognizant: 12 LPA
TCS: 12.05 LPA + 1.2 Lakh joining bonus
Startup company: 14.4 LPA
YOE: 3 Years
Which one to choose?
The Joining date difference between CTS and TCS is 1 month.

Hi Fishers,

What is the best time of the year to be in the notice period?

I mean what is the time of the year where requirements in most of the companies are at pick?

Like in Dec and March you will see less requirement due to Christmas and financial year ending. Similar what is the best period?

Because in my previous switch, 15 days were wasted due to Christmas and in March lot of requirements went on hold due to financial year ending.

Thanks

💳Credit card help💳 Starting a new job in two weeks. The new company does not give a corporate card, so I get to pick my own. If things were normal and I was traveling / spending as usual, getting the CSR or AMEX platinum would make sense. But with things the way they are, what should I do? Work related expenses will be minimal, but Im moving/furnishing an apartment so personal spend will be decent. TIA!

Spotify has a couple of really interesting remote first-positions open. What’s their salary range at Director level in EU?

Hi
I am working in Amazon from June 2020 as L3 HR Generalist. My current CTC is 5.2 LPA. I have a post graduation degree in English.
I was wondering if doing an MBA distance course from Symbiosis would help me get a better position and salary?
Can anyone please suggest? If not symbiosis then can I choose any other University for doing the MBA?

Looking to get Lasik in 2018. Recommended practices and pricing data points please!

Hi fishes,
Can anyone plz tell me is there any hiring for analytical position?
I have 2 years of work experience.

What is everyone doing today babes 🧐

Fellow PwC folks, did you see the new bonus model? Why is there such a huge discrepancy between Strategy and Tech Consulting?

Shall I disclose reason for leaving a firm during my initial call with a recruiter from said firm, if I was laid off? Are they privy to that information. Ironically being recruited by that same firm

Is 55k as a new hire associate too low?

Can't stand people shaking their legs under the table. Geezzz.

How is M&A right now? Is this industry currently short of work or short staffed? Trying to figure out what my chances are to get in

A good consultant knows to predict the next move in a game of checkers. A great consultant knows that it's chess that we were playing all along.

Finally getting a chance to put together a home office space. Looking for tips, photos, ideas. I have two monitors and a laptop so my do a three screen set-up. Debating about getting a standing desk or putting money in a super comfy leather chair. Open to hearing what you have done!

Which consulting firms are hiring for experienced Associate position? Have a friend who got laid off and looking for another job.

Wow...Massive layoffs at PwC continue. Just saw 3 of my colleagues get canned.

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.

How long does it usually take for Deloitte to get back to you after the first round for consultant position?

Currently out on parental leave and will be putting in my notice. How much notice period should I give? Concerned to give 2 weeks as i might be asked to leave next day due to already out on parental leave. Thoughts?

Any good books or recommendations on sales? Sales tactics trips and tricks?

Cancelled flights, 2-city week, major deliverable due, and MBA final exams this weekend. Anyone else ready for next week?

First question was very appropriate, Donald acting like an embarrassing child right now

I'm an introverted person, like to keep to myself, focus on work, spend the rest of my time on family, gym etc. I've been told that I need to work on my communication and client relationship building skills. any books I can read? I don't follow pop. culture anymore, no longer actively follow team sports (but sporty myself) as I consider it bread and circus for the masses and don't rly enjoy work drinks... Am I doomed? Personally I am happy and love the work but fear for my career progression.

How big of a joke is the CSM certificate? (Cont'd)

This is the second Four Points I've stayed in that has "Never Gonna Give You Up" on the lobby music playlist #rickrolledagain

Guys I need advice: A manager position at Uber Eats with a pay cut but a hell lot of equity in Uber or joining a boutique consulting firm in Financial Services and helping them grow with a pay increas

How is every fucker priority? And the non priority people...please stand in your own peasant line, do we ever crowd your way?