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GE McKinsey Matrix

The GE McKinsey Matrix is an excellent tool. It allows organizations to conduct effective portfolio planning based on the strength and industry attractiveness of each business unit. This nine-box matrix was created by McKinsey in the 1970s to help General Electric (GE) determine how to best invest in their business units. The GE McKinsey Matrix…
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Economies of Scale

Economies of scale are talked about often in the world of investing, private equity, and consulting. More and more businesses face pressure to grow into the global marketplace if they hope to survive. But what exactly are economies of scale? Are they something every business has to worry about? Should businesses be pursuing economies of…
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McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Top 5 Alumni

Presidential candidates, CEOs of global corporations, leaders in the nonprofit sector. What are we talking about? We’re talking McKinsey, BCG, and Bain alumni. The impact that MBB has had on the world is really remarkable. There are countless McKinsey, BCG, and Bain alumni that go on to do extraordinary things in business, government, the nonprofit…
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Digital Transformation: What Is It?

Digital transformation. It’s the new buzzword in Corporate America, and its importance is being magnified in the wake of COVID-19. The term is intriguing. It’s cool. It’s ambiguous. But buzzword or not, the concept deserves our attention and a closer look. Why is it important? Organizations are working to compete in a world that is…
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McKinsey 7s: Organizational Design Assessment

In the business landscape of the 1970s and 1980s, strategy and structure carried far more weight than other “softer” areas of business, such as human resources, in ensuring organizational success. McKinsey’s Robert Waterman and Tom Peters stepped in to develop a framework that elevated the importance of these other components. Enter: The McKinsey 7s framework.…
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Consulting Career Path: How to Make Partner

Making it to Partner at a consulting firm is like a foreign dream to many. The management consulting career path is full of challenges and tribulations, including demanding clients, head-scratching hard projects, and office politics. Management consulting firms often have an “up-or-out” culture, meaning that you are either promoted or asked to leave. This can…
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EY Wavespace

You might be thinking, “What the heck is a Wavespace?” Don’t worry, you’re not the only one! EY Wavespace is Ernst & Young’s fancy name for their new growth and innovation center emerging in tech hubs around the world. Launched in 2017, EY Wavespace is designed to offer clients new ways to work and innovate…
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PhD or Advanced Degree to Consulting

To the uninitiated, the world of management consulting can seem mysterious. It also may seem like a career choice meant for those who have majored in business administration, finance, or economics. But in fact, management consulting firms are generally not all that concerned with finding candidates with an academic background in business. In fact, moving…
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PwC Sophomore Leadership Program

If you are interested in learning more about life at PwC - and are an undergraduate sophomore - the PwC leadership program is a great opportunity for you to get a feel for the firm’s unique work culture. Join us for a wild ride through the ups and downs of PwC’s sophomore leadership program –…
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Big 4 Career Lab

Deloitte, EY, PwC, and KPMG… AKA the “Big 4.” The Big 4 are in the top echelon of management consulting firms. For aspiring consultants, they represent a fantastic consulting career. That is, if you can land a job there. Enter: Big 4 Career Lab. Big 4 Career Lab knows the hard work it takes to…
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How to Become a Management Consultant

Working as a management consultant is a popular career track for talented, competitive people looking for a rewarding and challenging career. Management consultants maintain a high status in the marketplace and are frequently in demand, regardless of broader economic conditions. This makes the career path especially attractive. That’s true now more than ever, as the…
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McKinsey Frameworks

The McKinsey frameworks have been used for decades to help organizations break down problems and make informed decisions about their future. In fact, the frameworks McKinsey helps its clients utilize have made the firm synonymous with “best of the best”. It’s the most prestigious consulting firm in the world for a reason. Maybe your organization…
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