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Accenture vs Deloitte

The battle between these two consulting giants continues to rage day after day: Accenture vs Deloitte. The two consulting powerhouses employee tens of thousands of consultants across the globe, and compete against each other across practice areas and sectors. Of course, there are several similarities and differences between Accenture and Deloitte. In this article, we’ll…
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ZS Associates Overview

ZS Associates is a great firm that has steadily risen to international prominence over the past couple of decades. Founded in the 1980s, the firm was originally laser-focused on data analytics - specifically for sales within the pharma space. While data analytics is now a trending business buzzword, ZS Associates has been actively integrating analytics…
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Land an Offer at McKinsey, Bain, BCG, or Deloitte

Management consulting jobs are some of the most coveted positions in the world, and for good reason. The exposure you get to top executives, the travel perks, and the broad industry exposure is unparalleled. Landing an offer at any of the top firms like McKinsey, Bain, or BCG takes hard work. However, it is by…
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McKinsey Retail Store

McKinsey is in the retail game!? Well, yes and no. The McKinsey retail store opened this past September at the Mall of America in Minneapolis, MN. Chances are, however, that even if you’ve walked past the store, you may not have even realized McKinsey was behind it. This retail concept is not a clever way…
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MC Corporate Training

Corporate training can teach or polish important skills to your team like: Communication, executive presentation, Pyramid Principle, MECE, and the 80/20 Principle. You don't have to search far to find that many studies show that continuing educational opportunities help keep team members engaged and productive. Not to mention, offering your team corporate training fosters a…
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What Is A Consultant?

The role of management consultants is shrouded in mystery. Many questions arise, including - what is a business consultant? And also - what is a consultation? We'll break it down, but first, you should know that while doctors and other professionals may offer consultations, consultants are staffed on engagements. What is a consulting firm? And if…
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What Are Soft Skills?

Soft skills are often overlooked by candidates vying to enter the consulting industry. It makes sense as so much emphasis is placed on the case interview during the consulting recruiting process. In any field, despite the importance of basic data analysis ability, soft skills are increasingly more significant to success. You may be asking -…
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McKinsey Problem Solving Test

The McKinsey Problem Solving Test, commonly known as the "PST," has been an intimidating component of the case interview for decades. Even the best test takers don't overlook the McKinsey problem solving test, as it has foiled its fair share of candidates. Yet, you can conquer the PST with the right information and preparation, positioning…
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McKinsey Consulting: 1 Star Glassdoor Reviews

McKinsey Glassdoor reviews can be insightful and harsh at the same time. Most of all, though, they're just plain funny. Does McKinsey have its flaws? Absolutely. Do these 1 star McKinsey Glassdoor reviews hold merit though? Hear our take, and then decide for yourself if some of these McKinsey Glassdoor reviews hold kernels of truth…
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Break Even Analysis

All companies have the goal of being profitable, but before they can get there, the first step is to break even. Once a company is able to reach a point where they aren’t losing money, they can then ideally scale up and experience exponential growth. There are many ways to run break even analysis, the…
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Negotiating A Job Offer: What Consultants Can and Can’t Do

Negotiating a job offer is always a tricky task. You don’t want to ask for too much and ruin your reputation before Day 1. Yet, at the same time, you don’t want to be compensated less than what you are worth. If you find yourself in a position to negotiate a consulting offer, there are…
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Big 4 Accounting Firms Salary: Which Pays Most?

The Big 4 accounting firms are titans of the professional services industry. They employ thousands of employees around the world across practice areas including consulting, audit, tax, and more. That all is well known, but what is a Big 4 accounting firm's salary like? Let’s face it - a big reason we want the best…
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