Post MBA - how possible is transitioning from IB to consulting? I’m currently in TMT at an EB and am looking to transition into consulting after completing 2 years in IB. I’d also be looking to relocate from NYC to the west coast, preferably LA (worked out there pre-MBA). I’m aware I’d likely go back to the same level as a fresh MBA grad and am fine with that. Have people seen this type of move done? Is MBB reachable? Would I apply in the fall for a next summer start? Any other tips?

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Easier than the other way around I'd expect

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Just don’t. Go to industry if you want out of IB, esp with an MBA.

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What makes you say that? I’m trying to exit finance altogether and get more into strategy/operations, so getting some consulting experience seems like a good way to start

PEPI / NACR at A&M frequently recruit from IB

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We have a few ex-IB folks in Strategy.

If you’re at an EB like Jefferies or Lazard it shouldn’t be too hard.
I’m former BCG and only remember one IB vet. He was a military vet who went IB (either GS or MS) and hated it, so he just quit. His MD was like “don’t do that. How do you feel about consulting? I can call some partners I know and see if they’re interested.” They just about all were.

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It's incredibly possible. You'll have mo problems. But I would really not recommend doing that.

I personally just felt the ib route offered more opportunities and assurances that I could exit to a great gig. I am in private equity consulting (cdd) so I don't feel that I have a real shot at buy side. And my experience is difficult for some internal strategy teams to digest especially if they don't have a real m&a strategy.

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