Tom Spencer

AUGUST 2, 2021

A constantly reoccurring conversation I have heard discussed about the management consulting industry is if the preference for talent is in favor of “ poets” (those that come from more of a humanities background) or “ quants” (those that come from more of a technical or hard sciences background).

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 25, 2023

Consulting is about more than financial return on investment (ROI). Success is fueled by the knowledge, skills, talent, and efforts of individual consultants. As Generation Z comes of age, it is important for consulting firms to understand the hopes and expectations of the newest cohort of graduating talent.

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 12, 2020

When it comes to recruiting, consulting firms have a roster of schools’ from which they source the majority of their summer interns and full-time employees. Students from non-core schools often get hired via an internal referral, as the result of winning a case competition, or via an alternative recruiting channel.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 6, 2021

Consulting, like many other industries, is under threat from artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). The risks to the management consulting industry are summarized well in an article written by Alexandre Gonfalonieri , an AI Consultant based in Paris.

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Business Consulting Agency

MAY 19, 2023

In the dynamic and competitive world of business, companies often face a myriad of challenges that can impede growth and hinder success. However, partnering with business consultants through consulting services can provide valuable expertise and support to overcome these challenges effectively.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

I vividly remember the last consulting interview during first-year MBA recruiting season. The recruiting coordinator mentioned she’d get back to me by the end of the day. I decided I wouldn’t get the call that night, but kept my hopes up that the recruitment team was tired and still deciding between candidates.

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

Making a shift into the consulting world may feel daunting, especially if you have no prior exposure to the industry. As such, learning how to be as confident as a consultant presents a conundrum. How are you supposed to be confident when you do not have a consulting background? How to be more confident.

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Management Consulted

MAY 28, 2017

Have we got a treat for you today, as we highlight up-and-coming software consulting firm Bulger Partners. What makes Bulger Partners even more unique among consulting firms is the fact that the firm houses Strategy Consulting and Investment Banking arms under the same roof, and even has a small PE fund. BULGER PARTNERS.

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CaseInterview.com

MARCH 5, 2019

Management consultant salaries in the United States will vary by position and experience. Starting from the base, fresh graduates (from undergrad institutions) earn an average base pay of $83,500 from top-tier consulting firms. These hires can earn a performance bonus of about $37,000 on average, with a $25,000 signing bonus.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

You received an interview with a consulting firm! Management consulting interviews generally have two types of assessments, behavioral and casing. This blog will help shed some light on what to expect and how to prepare for behavioral assessments. A structured method to present your response. Knowing Yourself.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 9, 2019

So maybe you’ve gotten to the second round, maybe you’re still waiting to hear back, or maybe you’re hoping to interview again in the next recruitment cycle. Regardless of whichever bucket you fall into, it always helps to see things from the interviewers’ perspective. Presentation Skills. Intellectual Capability.

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Management Consulted

MAY 4, 2014

We recently had the opportunity to interview Jason, a student at NYU Stern who landed a summer internship with Deloitte Consulting S&O. In terms of getting interested in consulting, that wasn’t something that I came to Stern for right off the bat. It wasn’t something I was familiar with at all. Jason: Sure. Jason: Right.

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Management Consulted

JULY 1, 2012

Here’s our first post about networking your way into consulting. Before we get started, check out our core post on networking the “normal way” – at info sessions and through target school types of recruiting opportunities. Think of it as a 101 on consulting networking.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 13, 2021

Most blog posts aren't helpful to your ideal customer. He decided to turn his advice into a consulting business! He said that after he sold his business, and then a friend suggested he start a consulting business. Many of us don't realize how much knowledge we've picked up from being in the trenches.

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Organizational Talent Consulting

MARCH 4, 2024

Analytical skill sets also need to include: negotiating consulting communication developing others quantitative analysis Also, organizations need analytical leadership at every level, not just in the CTO or IT department. The following are six high-impact and low-cost culture levers leaders can pull to build an analytical cutlure orientation.

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CaseInterview.com

APRIL 9, 2019

Your cover letter can make a big difference when applying for a management consulting position. Consulting firms will typically read your cover letter to quickly identify what makes you different from thousands of other applicants. This guide will cover 11 essential steps towards writing the perfect consulting cover letter.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 11, 2013

CAPGEMINI CONSULTING. Today we continue our firm profile series with an in-depth review of Capgemini Consulting. KEY STATS FOR CAPGEMINI CONSULTING. KEY STATS FOR CAPGEMINI CONSULTING. CAPGEMINI CONSULTING HISTORY. Then in 1970, Sogeti diversified into consulting and outsourcing services. Website: [link].

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 16, 2008

Banking salaries average 50-100% higher than consulting salaries , with the difference increasingly significant as your seniority increases. Consulting compensates with perks that banking does not offer – from better travel allowances to more generous health and retirement packages. 2 LIFESTYLE.

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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. Interview tip: Consultants love epiphany answers. The key is to keep the focus on consulting and not let yourself get overly personal. It was like “Oh!!

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 17, 2018

Before the recruiting process begins candidates work hard to polish their resumes, prepare for case interviews, gain professional experience, and participate in extracurricular activities to distinguish themselves from the rest. Building connections with consulting firms, and putting a face to your name. Consulting Clubs.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 7, 2014

Founded in Boston, MA , and containing the heart and DNA of consulting industry giant Bain & Company, Bridgespan is the key non-profit consulting firm in today’s consulting industry. Bridgespan Employees: 15-60 Consultants. Their services emphasized analytical consulting. Strategy Consulting.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 27, 2012

Paper airplanes are fun, but you don’t want your resume to become the vehicle for a recruiter’s mid-afternoon horseplay because you’ve bored them to death. That’s why we’re giving you some guidelines on key resume errors to avoid and things you can do to make it past the first round of reviews.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 30, 2016

As consulting has become more popular (frantically so), we are getting increasing numbers of emails from undergrads – and even high schoolers – begging the question – if you want to break into consulting, what should you major in – and what majors are deal-breakers?

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2019

Throughout the consulting career recruiting process, I found it memorable that in both informal conversations and formal presentations, the issue of personal life management did occur as a poignant topic of conversation. Communicate the Unpredictability of Consulting.

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Management Consulted

MAY 22, 2016

ARCHSTONE CONSULTING. Today we highlight Archstone Consulting, a new firm on the block that is quickly making a name for itself in the consulting neighborhood. While originally founded as an independent strategic firm, Archstone Consulting was acquired by leading enterprise benchmarking firm The Hackett Group in 2009.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 8, 2022

If you already have one, these 7 steps will ensure that your profile is the best it can be. It conveys information on how you can help a potential employer or customer in just a few words. Use key terms that recruiters will most likely use to find you. Have a Carefully Crafted and Targeted Headline.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

FTI CONSULTING INTERVIEWS & CULTURE. As consulting firms go, FTI Consulting is a newcomer – but at just over 30 years old, the firm has made impressive strides to become one of the most respected name in legal analysis and data-driven research to support major initiatives for law firms, banks and the majority of the Fortune 500.

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PM Alliance

JUNE 9, 2023

This desire for a truly hybrid experience extends to project management, where project teams and stakeholders face a growing need to strike a similar balance within processes and workflows as new technologies and new ways of working change how activities are carried out. Consider your communications strategy.

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Management Consulted

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

Based on our years of experience editing consulting resumes, we’ve identified the 5 universal qualities of a winning management consulting resume. These qualities will help a reviewer see how you can significantly add value to their team and firm. Here we go! Good Looks. Results Oriented .

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Management Consulted

APRIL 20, 2016

Going to a top notch business school to get an MBA is high on the list for many aspiring consultants, especially those based in or desiring to work in the U.S. MBA programs should you apply to if you want the best inroads to consulting? MBA programs for Management Consulting – and the results may surprise you.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 8, 2019

If you’re applying to a consulting firm, be ready to get acquainted with case interviews. Almost all consulting firms include the case interview as part of their recruitment process. In fact, it can play a huge role in deciding if you get the job. How Should You Prepare? What Is a Case Interview?

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 7, 2016

TOWERS WATSON CONSULTING. Today’s expose highlights the world’s largest employee-benefits consulting firm. Towers Watson Consulting specializes in HR consulting of all kinds, and risk management consulting in particular, while also counting actuarial and investment consulting practices under its umbrella.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 21, 2022

Many students spend too much time focused on the present: whether it’s homework assignments, working a part time job, or looking forward to the weekend. While those may be important, being a college student also means learning skills and gaining experiences that will help you launch your career upon graduation.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

With the 2018 application cycle in full swing for a number of top-tier consulting firms, many of my MD and PhD colleagues have been inquiring about how they can leave academia, if only for a few years, and pursue a career change in management consulting. Boston Consulting Group : Bridge to BCG. Introduction.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 6, 2019

Amid the intensity of recruiting for consulting, few stop to think what it will really be like once they’ve achieved their mission to get into a top-tier consulting firm. So, 10 months into my BCG career, I’m here to tell you what I view to be the 3 best and the 3 worst aspects of the consulting life. Bad #1: Hard Work.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 23, 2015

In May, we launched the Consulting Case Interview Bootcamp – Online. In June, we launched BBS – our once-a-year program for aspiring consultants to work together, as a group, to be the best that we can be. Last year, 55% of our Black Belts got jobs at top consulting firms. And after all that, even with 1.5M

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Management Consulted

MARCH 18, 2015

With so many diverse arms of the company, today we will be focusing on IMS Consulting Group, a branch of the massive IMS Health organization. KEY STATS FOR IMS CONSULTING GROUP . IMS Consulting Group Website: [link]. IMS Consulting Group Headquarters: New York. IMS Consulting Group Employees: 475 people.

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