Got an offer from one of the big 4


My background check came back with a discrepancy in graduation dates. I noted May 2009 but it was actually December 2009. They asked for an explanation which I provided - an honest mistake, it’s been a while I don’t remember the month in which I graduated.
Is this a reason for concern?

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I don’t see why as long as you prove you graduated with the degree you listed. Its 6 months difference

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Actual degree was confirmed it’s just a date issue

I don't think you should be concerned about it. Some people finish classes in one month but don't apply for graduation until the nearest ceremony event. So you should be ok!

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Recruited in big 4 and no not an issue. It could, however, depending on the timing and re-submitting your BI docs, delay your start date as they will have to rerun with correct graduation dates. I had this exact situation happen with a candidate.

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I guess, it depends on how much of sticklers they are…and, I got the offer for corporate not consulting side if that makes a difference.

Very concerned…

Have they asked you to provide them with supporting documents? I think it's not really a big deal but it's still part of the process and they still have to do what they have to do. It should be okay.

They have provided me with a copy of my background report actually and were asking for a written explanation of why the graduation months were off. That email was intimidating. I read through the report and everything cleared but one of my previous employers, they are not being responsive so I offered to provide my W-2s

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