Tom Spencer

JULY 27, 2019

As addressed in my article from last week , non-MBA graduate students face a comparatively more challenging journey in their quest to enter the management consulting industry. Step 2: Getting an Interview. There are generally three ways that graduate students can get their resume picked for an interview.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

As you master the rules, it’s useful to break the rules. The difference between learning, mastering, and then breaking the rules comes from understanding why the rules exist. There are rules of thumb in photography, software development, and yes, even case interviews. Consider asking "Why?” more often.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 29, 2022

There is a widespread belief that you do not need a master’s degree to be an entrepreneur. Informational interviews become second nature to the point that rejection no longer leaves a mark on you. The majority of the MBA programs will cover similar business cases. One of the less pursued career paths is that of an entrepreneur.

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CaseInterview.com

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Success Story: I am most certain that you receive hundreds of emails from people world-wide expressing their thanks for your provision of case study materials. With only two weeks to go until my final round interviews with another one of the MBB firms, I was on a quest to find a solid way to improve my case analysis skills.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 12, 2016

PARTHENON-EY. A household name in the consulting world, Ernst & Young (EY) has gone through some dramatic changes in the past few years. Originally a behemoth as one of the Big 4 accounting firms, EY is now set up as a global organization of member firms. But is it where you want to start your career? Let’s investigate.

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CaseInterview.com

JUNE 24, 2019

I received this email from a CaseInterview.com student that recently had a final round interview with BCG and got stuck on the questions in this round. What follows is this student’s story as well as my advice on how to regain confidence before their next case interview. Yesterday I had the final round interview.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 5, 2016

If healthcare decision-making processes and drug development get you out of bed in the morning, or if you simply want to learn from someone who successfully navigated the consulting interview process just last year, be ready to pick up some great networking and interview tips for yourself. interview on Friday. Okay, awesome.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 21, 2013

Andy had failed a case interview with one firm but had a confirmed chance with McKinsey London, and he didn’t want to walk away without the offer. Thank you so much for working with me over the past few weeks! Thanks for agreeing to do this informational interview about your experience breaking into consulting.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 26, 2016

The work/life balance is known to be out of whack, with 80-100 hour work weeks common (so for those of you looking for better hours after working in consulting, you may want to look somewhere else). Today we highlight tremendous business analyst and post-consulting leadership jobs at Uber. ———– History & Culture.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 6, 2016

Welcome back! We have yet another interesting read for you today – in fact, we learned a lot as we took a closer look into the kind of work this company does and the areas of expertise they possess. Where did ZS Associates begin, and what are they known for? Founded in 1983 by Kellogg School of Management marketing professors Andris A.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Here area couple of success stories received from readers who used case interview preparation techniques for securing an offer outside of consulting. Success Story: I would like to share my positive experience of a business case interview, thanks to your website! I watched the videos first and found them amazing!

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Tom Spencer

JULY 6, 2019

BCG Australia is one of the most generous MBB regions, and even then, their target is an average 55-60 hour work week for consultants. Their ambition is to get consulting workloads down to 55-60 hours a week! Roughly 80% of cases are travel cases. Overall, it’s been a phenomenal experience. Bad #1: Hard Work.

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CaseInterview.com

APRIL 30, 2019

What follows is our exchange and my advice on how to prepare for second chance interviews after a rejection. Readers Email: I have a question pertaining to second chance interviews and case interview preparation. I interviewed with McKinsey for the second round and did not make it past that. I'm a Ph.D.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

INFOSYS CONSULTING. Birthed in 2004 as a spin-off of Indian tech outsourcing behemoth Infosys Technologies, Infosys Consulting is quickly climbing the charts as an industry leader in IT Operations and Strategy consulting. The firm supports clients across 50 countries with a massive employee base of almost 135,000 people. Infosys Engagement Cost: .

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Management Consulted

MARCH 18, 2015

IMS HEALTH INTERVIEWS & CULTURE . Today we continue our firm profile series with an in-depth review of IMS Health. A great company that started from humble beginnings, IMS Health is a global leader in providing solutions in the healthcare scene specializing in information, services and technology. KEY STATS FOR IMS CONSULTING GROUP .

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Comatch

AUGUST 29, 2022

My parents were now having to deal with the financial burden of buying copious amounts of the condiment each week. We complied- describing our butter use cases and agreeing to reduce our intake accordingly. One summer about 20 years ago, my family faced a puzzling situation: our butter consumption had mysteriously spiked.

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CaseInterview.com

APRIL 13, 2019

10 years, one of the most common questions I am asked is how much time is needed to prepare for a case interview and how to prepare when you don’t have much time. I want to address in this article the 2 nd question of how to prepare for a case interview when you don’t have much time. Reader #2 – 3 Days Until Interview.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Your website, LOMS program and daily emails were definitely great resources that helped me learn more about consulting and more importantly, the case interview process. I don't think I am a traditional consulting candidate and I had no interest in consulting at all, up until last May. Thank you! Thank you again!

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CaseInterview.com

MAY 22, 2019

There are lots of little things that separate a candidate who does a good job on a case vs. an excellent job. While it's not necessary to be perfect on every case, it is necessary to come pretty close most of the time. By the time you master the case interview, will you have any interview opportunities left?

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Tom Spencer

MAY 13, 2017

The first piece of advice I was given when I started my Master’s in Management at London Business School was to beware of the mirage of consulting. The hours are ridiculous, the work is tedious, and you will probably be living out of your suitcase for weeks at a time. But what few of them admit is how demanding the job really is.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 6, 2020

To understand the target customers on this level, methods such as focus groups, surveys, interviews, and case studies can be successful. The world’s greatest brands are masters of psychographic segmentation: Patagonia understands environmentally conscious outdoor enthusiasts and trekkers. Reading Time: 4 minutes.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 5, 2009

Learn more about the interview preparation course and guide that helped land offers at BCG, Accenture, and McKinsey. Master fit questions, conquer case studies, and become the smartest interviewer in the room. Over 50 fit questions that you’re guaranteed to hear in consulting interviews.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 1, 2013

Have an upcoming Oliver Wyman interview? Does Oliver Wyman really offer a “different kind of consulting”? Today, we are digging into a firm that prides itself on its entrepreneurial spirit. Oliver Wyman’s strategy consulting practice has made waves specifically in the financial services sector , and beyond as well.

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Epicflow

JANUARY 12, 2024

In the present-day dynamic business environment, you should stay on top of all recent trends and be ready to implement innovations in your work. The participants will learn how healthcare providers overcome resource constraints and deliver new developments.

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Management Consulted

MAY 25, 2014

GALLUP CONSULTING INTERVIEWS AND CULTURE. He received his bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees at the University of Iowa, and went on to teach journalism courses at Drake University, Northwestern University and Columbia University. Enjoy reading about the dynamic history and impressive practices of Gallup Consulting.

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CaseInterview.com

AUGUST 12, 2019

She offers tips for successfully using LOMS and I include my response where I go into more detail on the best way to prepare for a consulting interview with LEK. I honestly would not have been able to develop my interviewing skills so quickly without your Look Over My Shoulder ® program , so again, thank you! Consulting. Consulting.

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Management Consulted

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Interviewing with NERA Economic Consulting? NERA ECONOMIC CONSULTING. Well, NERA is no MBB. In fact, if you look at a list of top 20 consulting firms, NERA won’t be on it. That being said, NERA is still a major player in the consulting industry and here’s why: NERA Economic Consulting is the top econom ic consulting firm, period.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 17, 2019

Having completed CEMS, an international master in management degree, with many of its alumni entering the realm of consulting, how did you find yourself in blockchain, and what was it that intrigued you to start participating in this space? To gain insights on potential focus areas for blockchain in supply chain.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 20, 2015

Steph: There are 2 weeks of onboarding training, including networking drinks and dinner. If you have an interest in life sciences, either through your studies or previous work experience, then IMS Consulting Group could be the perfect place to enhance and grow your career. Please read the edited transcript of my chat with Steph below.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Last week we held an MC exclusive subscriber giveaway contest – entrants told us in 200 words or less how they became interested in consulting. The prize for best answer was a FREE Consulting Case Bank and The Consulting Bible 3rd edition – a HUGE giveaway – so we weren’t surprised when we heard from so many of you.

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Rod Burkert

APRIL 8, 2020

In case you missed my last post: Micro-influence: This 1 strategy can grow your practice locally, regionally, or nationally. This positioning may be characterized by jack-of-all-trades, master-at-some. Thanks to each of you for being here. A high-5 to new subscribers: this is what we do! And was this email forwarded to you?

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 24, 2020

Interview Transcript: Betsy Jordyn : Hey, it’s Betsy Jordyn of the Consultant’s Institute, and I’m so excited to interview Charles Browne. There’s a big difference between making 100 units a week and making 1,000 units a week. And our topic today is really focusing on those product companies.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

You’ve bombarded us with insightful questions about resumes, interviews, applications, and how to pick up the pieces and consider alternatives to consulting when you don’t make the cut. Q: I’m interviewing with BCG and McKinsey. October was the peak of full-time recruiting, and it shows! How do we do this?

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Rod Burkert

DECEMBER 10, 2019

In case you missed last week: What’s your 20 and 20/20 for 2020? On to this week: Being viewed as the experts we are is a good thing. Join me this Friday at 1pm ET on Practice Development INSIDER for my interview with Kevin Yeanoplos. Your 20 is your location – where are you, literally and figuratively.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 16, 2008

My roommates in New York (both investment bankers at Goldman Sachs) would sometimes go several weeks before we’d even exchange a word. My roommates in New York (both investment bankers at Goldman Sachs) would sometimes go several weeks before we’d even exchange a word. The decision was easier for me than for most people.

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MishTalk

JULY 11, 2013

Case Against The Fed. Master Traders. Berlin police are investigating whether an artist who projected “United Stasi of America" onto the US embassy in the German capital earlier this week could be charged with a criminal offence. Get Involved The State of the Unions Finances: A Citizens Guide. Home Builders. Union Watch.

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MishTalk

JULY 25, 2013

Case Against The Fed. Master Traders. Interesting Hussman Tweets on Case Shiller PE, Institutional Selling, Book Values. Institutions have never dumped more stock onto retail investors as they have in the past 4 weeks. Interesting Hussman Tweets on Case Shiller PE, Institutional Selling, Book Values. Home Builders.

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