Comments on: How to get consulting jobs from an engineering and/or technical background

By: Ali

Ali — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 07:11:39 +0000

I have master of science in aerospace/mechanical engineering with 4 years of experience (GPA 4.0). Currently I’m perusing my MBA (GMAT 650) at USC as a part-time student. My goal is to switch career upon graduation (2012) and move into mamanegment consulting.
My question is the following: given my experience/credentials, what should be my strategy within the next two years to reach my goal?

By: anjali

anjali — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:25:05 +0000

hi….thanks for all the efforts you have put in to tell us so much..its a great source and inspiration! im due to start my masters in computer engineering..i wanted to ask you something, do you think that after doing my undegraduate and masters in computers, would it be feasible for me to persue consultancy right after i complete my masters?
hoping from a reply from your side..came to your blog accidently, and have been glued to it since morning..cheers !

By: Kevin

Kevin — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 22:18:53 +0000

Yes. It really depends on what you mean by “is it the same”. Accenture is a great firm and one that will provide a great career and great skillset. Everything depends on your ultimate goal or longer-term career objectives.

By: Hitesh Sahni

Hitesh Sahni — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 17:01:56 +0000

Do firms like Accenture, CSC etc. also come under the category of consulting firms. Is it the same if I do an internship or get a job there? Thanks.

By: kgao

kgao — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 22:20:04 +0000

Thanks Kunal for your comment. Glad to see that you’re getting a lot out of it. Cheers.