How thorough are background checks at MBB’s? Would a few weeks here or there fly under the radar? Start dates, last day between jobs, etc.

Does anyone have opinions on PepsiCo? Interviewing with their growth strategy team who are mostly ex-MBB from top MBA programs. The work seems interesting and up my alley (CPG Strategy) but this bowls obsession w/ tech makes me think I should be focusing my attentions on FAANG

Have a week to prep. Anyone wanna case in prep for strategy firms? Was interviewing for MBB so pretty well versed just need a refresher

I am hearing that MBB is pausing majority of the interviews - should I be worried about my offer getting rescinded? I luckily got my offer a few months ago and received my signing bonus already.

I want to exit to MBB but if that’s not a possibility what are the next best consulting firms? Looking for at least midsize firms (non-boutiques).

Do any of the MBB’s do DD for VC clients?

As someone with less than 2 yoe in consulting, is it a no brainer to always try to go for MBB?

What do you think would look better for M7 MBA apps? Currently 1.5 years at EY TAS. Ultimately want MBB or FAANG BizOps:
1. Stay in EY TAS - promo to Sr -apply
2. Leave to Yelp biz ops analyst -apply

Here is my idea for a startup! I collect all the data from career transitions and use Data Analytics to predict the most likely career transitions. I could start with consulting. What do you guys think about this? I would be able to predict based on your firm(mbb, big4), your experience, which role you are likely to move (Faang pm, strategy manager, move to mbb). I have all the data to do this, but wanted your thoughts. Would the output of this be relevant to you?

Curious how MBB's cybercapabilities are viewed within the cyber world. Experiences, thoughts?

Are consultants at MBB allowed to trade individual stocks? Or are they limited to mutual funds only? For example, can someone at McKinsey buy AAPL?

What are pre-MBA pay bands at MBB?

What’s the standard RTO (return to office) plan for MBB as of now?

Is MBB serious about DEI? How is the environment for minorities (both at the bottom and top, including for East/South Asians)

During the fall-recruiting cycle, does MBB ever prefer student applicants that graduate in the Spring over those that graduate in the Fall?

Currently at a T2, thinking about applying to an MBB . Question for you MBB 🐠 — if I have a referral and a solid resume, is it pretty much a guarantee that I will get an interview?

Hello - moving the NL with my Dutch husband this Summer and am interested in MBB. I don't have a masters (not common in the US), I have my bachelors. Is it possible for me to still get into MBB? Is anyone willing to chat about office culture and willing to give a rec? Thanks!

What is the hiring market looking like these days? I am seriously burnt out and ready to exit MBB consulting, but feel this economic downturn may not be the best time to make big career moves. Thoughts?

Ragazzi.. how’s the compensation in Italy for MBB 1st year BA/Associate?

Graduating senior. Have choices between MBB and SWE at FAANG. Not sure what to do. Long term I’d love to be in a small startup or a leader in a tech company. Not sure which path is better for that. Any thoughts?

How do physical science PhDs fair in applying to and receiving offers from MBB?

How do they do once they are there? Do they struggle to make the transition?

Pretty tired of smart women undermining each other, especially seniors doing it to juniors. Why the hell is the first instinct to attack&destroy? Not into kumbayas but more into having my peer's back.

I envy creatives. It seems like your jobs are far more interesting.

Looking for Aws+Python immediate Joiners.
Please DM me.

Any success stories out there of couples who come from different socioeconomic backgrounds? I’ve heard this difference (statistically) can be a huge barrier to success in a relationship. I’ll add more context in the comments if it helps.

Hey! Anyone here work with Admit Advantage? I’ve searched the bowl and can’t find any previous posts. Met Erik last week and he gave me the best advice (of all the admissions consultants I’ve spoken too).

Is it too late to apply for an EY internship for this summer? I have one reference who works at EY. Plans changed last minute is why I am behind

Is it true that I have a realistic shot at HSW coming from Eastern Europe with following stats:
- median undergrad GPA at European non target engineering school but turned around performance in masters
- 700 GMAT but took it while working at McK
+ graduated with distinction in MSc engineering
+ top bucket McK BA, backed by strong referrals
+ 3 extracurricular leadership positions

28 and feeling insecure about my receding hairline and widows peak. Any suggestions?

My brother is starting as an analyst at Goldman Sachs in Salt Lake City. I want to give him a nice accessory/piece of clothing as a starting gift. Any suggestions?

Hi all, I need SAP ABAP Notes for interview preparation, can anyone please help me if you have good notes of SAP ABAP which will be helpful. Please help me. I will be grateful. TIA

Can anyone please share working experiences till now working with Deloitte India? Deloitte Deloitte India

Anyone here ever had any experience using a 203(k) loan? How wild you rate your experience?

Hello ME fish - any suggestions as to where I could invest reasonably safely if I’m targeting a ~5% return (in USD/AED)? LIV used to be good with their 2% return but that’s decreased now, and I’m looking for a bit higher.

Anyone ever try to exit to a HF?

FAANG salaries and tc on Glassdoor seem way too low? Thoughts?

What are the jobs that pay really well and require the least effort and hours. I don’t want to do this anymore.

Does anyone have any insight on Adobe? I’m looking to apply for a role.

Left McKinsey for a Fintech corporate last year. Really disappointed to see bonuses given out (cash is equivalent to half month salary, equity vested over 5 yes also not great) after getting the 5/5 rating and business doing well overall. Doubting my decision to come to industry. Is this the norm? Feels really low as historically variable has been a big enough component for me to pay down loans/invest.

Would an audit S1 at PwC (3 years of experience) come in as a S2 in FDD at EY/KPMG/Deloitte?

I think I’m going to be fired tomorrow morning and I am not even sad about it.

Need a good recommendation for a home office chair. I work from home a lot and need a new chair. My new one isn’t cutting it for me- it’s not comfy and I have lower back pain.

As someone with less than 2 yoe in consulting, is it a no brainer to always try to go for MBB?

I’m 25, currently on my parents health insurance plan but want to get my own. I’m in the process of looking for a new job...should I wait or still enroll now during open enrollment?

Hi everyone! Idk if I need advice or I’m venting but I’ve been looking for jobs actively right now and want to make a switch soon. There’s a gap in terms or compensation for the jobs I’m being approached for. These jobs offer the same compensation I’m at or slightly higher (5-7%). This is demotivating and I honestly don’t know what to do. I don’t make an awful lot (105K in NYC) and I’m looking for a 20-30% bump in terms of compensation. Am I crazy here?

Some construction work going on in the room next to me at 11pm central time here at the Westin! How many points is this worth?

How are you all getting away with not giving recruiters a comp range? I turn the question back to them but most recruiters I’ve spoken to were persistent. “We have to put a number in your application”. *rolls eyes

How come housekeeping at hotels is better when I forgot to leave tips in the room than when I left ~$20? This happened to me at multiple hotels worldwide 🤯

I find myself struggling the explain things with the same eloquence as my colleagues. How can I improve my consulting speak? Any recommended books?

Are any top consulting firms hiring for experienced analysts currently? I know ACN and some others are cyclical for resources 2-3 years out of college, but I’m looking to make a move sooner than fall

Honest question here-hw do I work better with Indians who come over frm India(on-site) to client?My patience with them is at an all time low since they jst dnt gt the methodology & hate owning anythng

Best consulting companies in the social sector?

How much severance should you expect after getting booted after 1 year. I got 3 months salary

Best rewards and status “hacks”...GO!

Are management consultants as useful to society as farmers, doctors and soldiers?

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.

9 pm on Sundays are not same anymore after Succession finale last week. What y’all doing to fill this void?

EY FSO or Deloitte Consulting in Financial Services?