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Consulting Career Pathways After a Few Years (Edition 1: Undergrad to Consulting)

Tom Spencer

In consulting, it is possible for someone to go from entry level to partner (essentially Executive level) at a major firm in as little as 8 years. That is an advanced speed in career progression unparalleled in most other industries. Pivot to Industry. Historically, pivoting to industry was the most popular exit pathway.

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Why Consulting?

CaseInterview.com

Consultants learn a lot--fast. A consultant can learn much about many different types of industries and business challenges through their variety of casework. I have heard a number of hiring managers and headhunters remark that a year of consulting experience is worth 1.5-3 3 years of traditional industry experience.