If you have 2-3 years post-MBA as T2 / Big 4 Consultant level, would you join MBB at the Consultant or Manager level?

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consultant. Unless tier 2 (non-big 4) manager.

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Without a second thought. But they’ll likely put you into senior consultant level.

Associate level in McKinsey (consultant equivalent for BCG and Bain)

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Hi fishes! I had asked for benefits other than CTC which Bank of America provides & now that I've completed 1 month here, here's the list of allowances you'll be getting irrespective of position/band:

1. Sodexo: 1300 p.m./ 15,600 p.a.

2. Transport allowance: 900 one way, 1800 two ways p.m./ 21,600 p.a.

3. Internet: 1500 max p.m. (other than that, one time installation charges)

4. Tuition fee: Any certification related to your field. Like CFA, FRM etc. 3,00,000 p.a.

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