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Top MBA Programs For Consulting

B-school observers eagerly await the U.S. News & World Report or Forbes rankings to get a sense of the top MBA programs and what separates them. Yet, if you're looking to go into consulting, some different criteria apply. Some MBA programs will set you up better than others, but these don't track exactly with the…
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What Is A Hypothesis

Case interviews are often challenging because they are open-ended, with limitless possibilities of where you can go. There is some truth to this predicament – there is always more than just one way to crack a case. However, there are also ways to follow a system for every case you encounter that leads to fruitful…
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Best Business Schools in the U.S.

MBA degrees are expensive. Yet for a degree from a top program, they are well worth the cost in the long run due to increased earning potential and the power of a lifetime network. To that end, we’ve created a list of the best business schools in the U.S. This is an overall ranking -…
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ABC Analysis

ABC Analysis is a categorization technique that places different levels of significance on a range of items to help you prioritize effectively. The analysis states that according to their respective levels, these items should be handled or controlled differently. ABC Analysis is known as a way to best analyze and manage inventory. Yet, the items…
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MBA Salaries: How Much Do Consultants With An MBA Make?

It's the question everyone is secretly asking: how much will I make as a consultant with an MBA? And what are the salary differences by consulting firm? There are a lot of factors to consider when deciding if consulting is the right career choice. If you're honest, the Consultant Salary is probably one of your…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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How To Land An Accenture Offer

If you know anything about consulting, you have probably heard of a firm called Accenture. The company is the largest consulting firm in the world, employing over 425,000 people across 120 countries. It should be no surprise that Accenture offers a world class experience and are some of the most sought after jobs in the…
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Will WeWork’s Business Model Ever Work?

WeWork's troubles go beyond poor leadership - its entire business model should be called into question. Can the company turn it around and become profitable? Maybe, but to answer this question one has to understand what kind of business WeWork is actually in (hint: it may not be what you expect). Ex-Bain consultant Jenny Rae…
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McKinsey Jobs: New Hire Advice

So you aced the behaviorals and case interviews and are now starting your new gig working at McKinsey - congratulations! You just landed what many consider to be a dream job. Yet, as I’m sure you know, the real work is just getting started. Here are our Top 5 tips and new hire advice as…
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