Working in boutique strategy consulting- rounding about 1.5 YOE out of undergrad. Thinking about IB for the skillset and easier exit ops to VC and PE. Am I too old for analyst positions? Do I have to get an MBA? Thoughts

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No I came in late as an analyst with more YOE than that. Just depends on how you feel about staying junior longer. You’ll make more right away though.

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