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2016 Top 10 U.S. MBA programs for Management Consulting

Management Consulted

With that in mind, we compiled the 2016 Top 10 U.S The Class of 2015 had a full 35% of its graduates accept offers in the consulting field, and Kellogg has become a hot recruiting spot across top firms – but especially for McKinsey. MBA programs for Management Consulting – and the results may surprise you.

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2016 Top 10 Global MBA Programs for Management Consulting

Management Consulted

MBB firms are by far the biggest recruiters here, with McKinsey leading the pack as far as the number of graduates who land there. Plus, INSEAD is Bain’s number one global recruiting school – more global hires than from any other program (MBA or undergrad) across offices in multiple geographies. What does this mean for you?

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Has the MBA become Redundant for a Career in Consulting?

Tom Spencer

Through going to many different networking events and information nights with different firms, I have learned that this fact is quickly told by recruiters. Most firms hire in batches and relying on a core group of schools enables a consistent flow of talent” ( “Here’s How to Break Into the Management Consulting Industry,” 2016 ).

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Building a People Machine at the White House

BCG

Article Wednesday, November 02, 2016. Recruiting a diverse group, matching the talent pool to specific jobs, and working with the Senate to seek confirmation for nominees are just a few of the hurdles that explain why most modern presidents have fewer than 300 of their top appointees in place nine months after their inauguration.

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The Pentagon’s “Force of the Future” Reinvents Hiring

BCG

Article Thursday, September 15, 2016. On June 9, 2016, US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter announced the latest and culminating parts of his sweeping reforms to the Pentagon’s antiquated personnel system.

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How Taekwon-Do Prepared Me for Consulting Interviews

Tom Spencer

Flying leg break during a black belt test in 2016. To receive a job offer you must write a resume and cover letter, attend recruiting sessions and coffee chats, network with current consultants, and practice interview questions. I do not even think I felt the boards with my foot as my kick sliced clearly through them.

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Consulting in South Africa – what to expect

Tom Spencer

Since consulting firms still utilize an “up or out” policy, this creates space for new recruits even during a period of economic downturn. South Africa had more than 2 million SMEs in 2016. One trending area is data science and so it would be advisable for aspiring consultants to be familiar with the field.