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consulting recruiting

How management consultants read resumes – and the secrets behind landing an interview

The resume screening process is a black box for applicants – you only know whether you’ve gotten the interview or been rejected. In rare cases, you’ll get feedback on why you didn’t make the cut, but the advice is generic (“You didn’t have enough work experience”).
If you’re interested in finance and investment banking, the best [...]

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10 steps to solving any sizing question – How many baseballs fit inside a Boeing 747?

I hope everyone is enjoying their extended MLK holidays. Occasionally, I come across useful resources that I feel compelled to share.
The McKinsey Blogs Wiki. This is a compilation of blogs by alumni and current firm members. I’ve mentioned Marquis’ blog before as a great resource for aspiring consultants, but the others are worth a browse [...]

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How to get consulting jobs – even if consulting firms don’t recruit at your school

Most GMCs (global management consultancies) such as Booz Allen, BCG, and Accenture recruit at only the top 25-50 U.S. undergraduate and MBA programs. Internationally, the process is even more selective. So what can you do if you’re a strong candidate, but the firms you want to work for simply don’t recruit at your school?
Exceptions include [...]

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Management consulting interview guide – top 10 tips

Here is my collection of the top 10 things to remember for a business consulting interview:
Before the interview…
1) Practice in front of a mirror and with friends. Each has its own benefits. The mirror allows you to fix awkward facial expressions, poor body language, etc. The friend gives you live feedback and is closer to [...]

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