Hey! I'm a current CMA who has decided that medicine is not for me after a year of working in the field out of undergrad. What are the first steps for me to break into this career path (outside of the general case prep)? I'm from a T10 undergrad and have research/medical assistant training

how to decide between firms? they seem so similar. deciding between bcg & mckinsey in chicago. are exit opps & brand value actually different between them?

Hi All,

Kindly help me in resolving the dilemma

MBA with Total YOE - 7+, relevant YOE- 5.3 , Skills - CYBERSECURITY,GRC, Audit.

I have got two offers
1. Genpact - 27 CTC (24 fixed + 10% variable plus gratuity) Manager level
2. Airbus - 23 CTC + 5 L JB
I really wanted to work with Airbus but they are not budging from the offer of 23 even after I told them I have a better offer from Genpact with better position. HR said they will come back..

You think Airbus will come back with better offer?

How does LinkedIn rank among the tech exit opps? Is it a step above or below Amazon? Compared to other FANG?

People joining TCS at Senior Consultant designation with 12 years exp, with no MBA degree or even from with exceptional experience in niche technologies is truth these days.

Existing employees with 20 years exp working on presales consulting, winning millions of dollars of projects in RFPs, delivering multi million dollar assignments are still not getting promoted and paid in peanuts

Makes me wonder if companies are really enjoying so called great resignation period. What's the thought ?

I am a Business Analyst. I have 10 years of working experience in India. In May 2022 I will complete MSc Business Analytics from Maynooth university.
In the past I have lead a team of analyst performing multiple activities like sales analytics, web analytics on Google analytics, I have also worked as a scrum master in certain projects
I have worked with tools like tableau, power BI and now alteryx any suggestions for the job role I should look forward to?

I have a low GPA because an abusive relationship during my schooling that kept me from focusing. I’m clear of that now, but I don’t know how to explain my low GPA going forward.

Feeling so down after being turned down for MD. And exit appears to be so hard - getting no traction in Industry or PE right now.

Hi, I'm getting lot of interview calls for SAP SD Consultant but they want someone experienced 2 to 3 years of experience, 1 or 2 implementation done, support or rollout etc, Relevant experience of sap is zero I have, for BFSI industry is 3+ years I've, so what would u suggest??I'm not getting any work, 5 months gap already now in doing SAP course, hana certifications etc,any fresher in SAP, how u made it in SAP? I'll start working anywhere now, in SAP I'm not getting anything, tired

Are there any non-client facing agency roles that one could move to? Currently at a holdco media agency.

Just starting in cloud work, what certs would you recommend to start the learning process? AWS, Microsoft, Comptia etc…TIA!

Anyone have success leaving their firm after a year out of undergrad? If so, did you come into your new role at an entry level position?

Phone interview with Amazon tomorrow for a level 6 engineering role. What’s that map to role wise in consulting? Salary range? Seattle based.

Got offer from BCG for ECT. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalist track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/ guidance appreciated!
I am not super keen to become a partner (selling) and main reason to join will be working with different clients, smart talented people and a good brand. End goal (at the moment atleast) is to stay for few years and return to the industry. 15 YOE

I’m a Geoscientist by profession and have been working at big tech for half my career - the other half in Geosciences - i think i have a brilliant plan for the next best thing in Geosciences and have a working proof of concept already - how should one go about this? I don’t think i can do it alone and need both an investor and a partner.

Why are we as a group not so active in helping each other ? I understand there are many members who joined with aspirations to learn DS. But existing members from DS are not active. sad sorry

What’s the difference between a corporate financial analyst versus a financial analyst at BAH? I’m assuming the corporate position is an internal role; is that generally viewed as a tier below anyone client facing in terms of salary and career progression?

What’s everyone’s post MBA goal? Has it evolved over time?

Anyone here work in UX design? I'm thinking of switching careers and wondering what your experience in UX design is? What courses are the best to take, etc.

EY GDS or KPMG Global in terms of wlb growth hike etc

My wife is a Software engineer - QA with 2 Yoe, now we are thinking to move to Canada, can someone please guide us on which 2 year course can she pick (for student visa), is data science related course a wise decision? Or how to find a QA related PG program.
Preferably in Victoria, British Columbia

Any idea when is the noida office starting to function?

How long due you need to be at an employer to be eligible for the family leave plan that is available for all Massachusetts employees as part of the Paid Family Medical Leave program ? I believe the PFML is applicable 2021 onwards

TCS vs Infosys for job security?

So I left my medical interpreter job back in February due to differences with management and I’m working to make the jump to another field such as Higher Ed and/or Tech. One that I’ve been particularly interested in is Amazon (corporate) but I have no idea how to make the transition there. Any recommendations/tips?

4th week on the new job. Out of the last 10 biz days, I’ve come into the office at 8:30 and left at 11:30p seven times. There’s no order/structure and 5 accounts for every 1 creative. How do I escape?

Can’t share outside of immediately fam bc it’s still “firm confidential,” but I heard I am getting promoted to partner year-end. Always told myself I’ll get a rari if I make it (wife supported it all the time).

All that is to say: i’m about to finalize my configuration/place the order with a dealership for the Portofino M 🇮🇹

Too quiet in this bowl. Just like everything else in Canada! Come on, lawyers!

How much do bcom grads earn for associate 1 level? In AC, Advisory? (Salary range)

Hi Fishes,

Anyone from IBM. I need referral in IBM for below position.
Middleware - Service Delivery Specialist. Please ping me if anyone from IBM

Does Amc and gme close after today ?
What to expect next week ?

I think this bowl is a great idea but it’s really difficult to foster conversations between other people.. any suggestions on how to do it?

Hello everyone trust your weekend is going on well.
I'm not completely certain how this platform works but it appears I could use some likes on my profile to unlock its full usage.

List the college you went to. When you graduated. How much you pay monthly on student loans and when you think you will be done.

Like this if you hate tax and feel stuck right now with the pandemic so I know I'm not alone 😭😭😭 I wanna be a consultant so bad.. also if you have any recommendations or advice please go ahead

Just started Zoloft. Can I drink? I know it’s I’ll advised, but will it destroy my liver or just add to the depression?

If you were in a private company assistant controller position being offered $10k more to switch over to public and much better PTO days and fully remote as opposed to an in office position that I’m currently at in a Real estate growing company. Would u do the switch back to public (left public just recently)?

How do you guys record your time? I’ve been using OneNote and enter time daily. Just wanna learn if there’s any other efficient ways to record time besides using OneNote

Redeemed my recognition points for a portable air conditioner. Hope it's effective!

Does anyone know for Deloitte’s life sciences compliance and op risk group if there’s a case for SC or M level?

Hey all, 4 YoE strategy consultant looking for some exit options. Looking to jump ship from consulting into something in the life sciences field, but not particularly interested in working for big pharma. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Any contract specialists with experience with rebates looking for a fully remote job paying up to 150k base salary. Please reach out.

Who are the top consulting firms for each of the type of work in Pharma?

Corporate strategy -
Portfolio + brand level strategy -
Sales & marketing strategy -
R&D strategy -
Transactions / M&A strategy -
Analytics -

Feel free to put more than 1 firm in each category :)

ZS 🐠 - can you receive sponsorship for MBA prior to having tenure of 3 years? If not, what is the downside of applying after 1 or 2 years? I am coming in with 3+ YOE in consulting, so my application would be competitive for next fall (or ‘23)

What is the life sciences specialist role at LEK like? How do the responsibilities and progression / future opportunities differ between LSS and a generalist consultant working in the life sciences space?

I am interested in learning about Deloittes LS practice, word on the street is their the best rite now... if anyone disagree would like to hear valuable counters. I am currently in pharma and looking

Any companies pulling back on recruiting or freezing hiring altogether?

Looking to pivot out of a top pharma marketing/ad agency and into consulting. Ultimately want to leverage both experiences to move client side or to a healthcare start up.

What are the best firms for this type of transition and why?

Has anyone done an online DrPh while working full time? If so- was it manageable? Would love to chat with you about your experience :)

Does anyone know what base comp/bonus look like for Manager and AP levels in IQVIA’s strategy consulting practice in US?

Anyone heard about LSC?

does anyone here work for Veeva Crossix?

Hi, am interested in applying to Putnam UK via positions shown on Linkedin. Anyone willing to chat or perhaps provide a referral? Thanks in advance!

Hi! Does anyone work for DeciBio? I’ve been trying to break into consulting and believe their Life Science Analyst position would be perfect for me. So far I love everything i’ve read about the firm, but i’d love to talk more with someone and possibly get a referral. I plan to apply this week. Thanks!

(1) What are your experiences with Regeneron? Burn and churn culture or reasonable people you would work with long term? (2) what BC/TC would you target for AD within global development?

Which is a better specialization option within consulting? Commercial Operations (sales & marketing) vs. R&D Strategy in Biotech? Would the answer be different if it was focused within Pharma? No Ph.D.

Thoughts on Vertex? Pipeline? Culture? Comp? Looking at a Director role.

Any thoughts on Back Bay Life Science Advisors?