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    What management consultants at McKinsey, BCG and Bain actually do

    Are you tired of hearing “every day is different” when you ask strategy consultants what they do? If you want a more detailed answer, you’re […]

    • The management consulting industry: the free CaseCoach guide for candidates

      At its core, consulting is simply the art of helping clients to achieve their goals. Management consulting is a branch of this discipline that focuses […]

    • Management consulting vs tech: a comprehensive comparison

      If you’re deciding whether to pursue a career in either management consulting or tech – at an established company like Alphabet/Google, Amazon, Apple or Meta […]

    • What is the consulting career path at McKinsey, BCG and Bain?

      McKinsey, BCG and Bain all offer consultants the prospect of rapid career progression along a structured career path, with the opportunity to become a Partner […]

    • How does the expert track differ from the generalist track at McKinsey, BCG and Bain?

      In order to achieve client impact in specific practice areas, McKinsey, BCG, and Bain all have a requirement for consultants with deep expertise in certain […]

    • Management consulting vs startups: a comprehensive comparison

      If you’re deciding whether to pursue a career in management consulting at a top firm or to join a startup, it’s important to consider the […]

    • What skills are required for success in management consulting?

      While there are many reasons to pursue a career in management consulting, there is no doubt that it’s a challenging profession. Between regular performance reviews […]

    • Management consulting vs investment banking: a comprehensive comparison

      If you’re deliberating whether to pursue a career in management consulting or investment banking, it’s important to consider the short and long-term benefits of each […]

    • Why some consultants don't make Partner

      For some consultants, making Partner in a top firm is the ultimate career goal. The position comes with significant status and responsibility, along with an […]

    • How to join a top management consulting firm as an experienced hire

      Joining a top-tier consulting firm such as McKinsey, BCG and Bain isn’t only for fresh undergraduates or post-MBA students. Find out how candidates with two […]

    • The average management consultant salary at McKinsey, BCG and Bain in the US in 2023

      One of the reasons why many people want to work in management consulting is that the top firms offer very attractive compensation and benefits. In […]

    • Why work in management consulting?

      If you’re embarking on a career in management consulting, you’ll probably know that the recruitment process is highly competitive. In fact, top-tier consulting firms have […]

    • How the ‘up or out’ policy works at McKinsey, BCG and Bain

      Top consulting firms McKinsey, BCG and Bain, pride themselves on being meritocratic workplaces, where promotions are based on the demonstration of a consultant’s ability and […]

    • How to prepare for a consulting job with a top firm

      If you’ve recently landed an offer from a top consulting firm like McKinsey, BCG or Bain, congratulations! Now your interview preparations are over, your thoughts […]

    • What management consultants know that most people don't

      An important part of the work that management consultants do, particularly at top-tier firms like McKinsey, BCG and Bain, is participating in conversations with senior […]

    • Top productivity tips for management consultants

      If you’ve recently landed an offer from a top-tier consulting firm like McKinsey, BCG or Bain, congratulations! With your interview preparations over, it’s time to […]

    • What it’s like to be an entry-level consultant at McKinsey, BCG or Bain

      If you’re comparing consulting with other career options or you’ve just landed an offer with McKinsey, BCG or Bain, you might be wondering what to […]

    • What are the exit opportunities from a management consulting career?

      There are many factors that attract ambitious and driven individuals to the field of management consulting. One of them is the excellent career prospects that […]

    • Why people leave consulting after only two to four years

      The typical length of time for consultants to stay at top firms like McKinsey, BCG or Bain is two to four years. Some statistics indicate […]