Month: January 2020

Brain Teasers

Few people enjoy brain teasers, especially in a high-pressured interview setting. The good news is that brain teasers are not common in the consulting recruiting process. The bad news, however, is that they are still fair game. Just like case interviews, it’s important to showcase logic, thoughtfulness, and structure when working through a brain teaser…

Investment Banking Financial Models vs. Consulting Financial Models

Investment banking and management consulting are two of the most sought after - and thus competitive - industries in the business world. Both are extremely data driven and involve varying levels of financial modeling. In this article, we will be discussing the similarities and differences between investment banking financial models and financial models used in…

Deloitte University

Amidst the rolling hills just outside of Fort Worth, TX lies Deloitte University, a $300M, 710,000 square foot training facility built for one of the largest professional service firms in the world. No other consulting firm in the world has made this kind of investment in a professional training facility. Why? As Deloitte was looking…

Scenario Planning: How to Use It

Scenario planning is one of the most powerful tools businesses can use to strategize for the future. And of course, planning is one of the most important and difficult aspects of running a business. Anyone can tell you how a business ought to respond to conditions as they are at present, or as they were…

Best Global MBA Programs for Consulting

Choosing the best Global MBA program with the goal of breaking into consulting is a huge decision. But which is the best Global MBA program for consulting? The right program can either catapult your career or confine you to markets you don't really want to be in. Understanding the factors to consider when choosing an…

Communication Skills

We all have that friend who can get away with anything because of their charisma or charm. Ultimately, the outcome of these natural relational characteristics is effective communication skills. This is a crucial quality shared by every successful consultant and business leader. If you have the opportunity to learn from or interact with senior managers…