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Send us a textThe Big 3 (McKinsey, Bain, and BCG), along with a few boutiques, are preparing their pre-MBA programming for this summer. If you're an incoming first year MBA, this is a great opportunity to get a headstart on the consulting recruiting process.Today, Stephanie shares an overview of the MBA consulting recruiting landscape (1:47), what these pre-MBA programs are (4:43), pros and cons (9:59), how to apply (10:52), and deeper insights into consulting recruiting for MBAs.Additional LinksPre-MBA program details, deadlines, and more: HEREPrepare your resume for applications: EDITSSubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textJust got a notice that you'll face a case presentation interview (sometimes known as a written case interview)? You're in luck. In this episode, Stephanie covers everything you need to know about the presentation case interview, including:What it is (0:26)What skills it tests for (2:13)How to succeed (5:38)How to prepare (14:46) A myriad of consulting firms employ this interview format (Deloitte, ZS Associates, EY-Parthenon to name a few). If you need help preparing, reach out today. Our team of MBB coaches has years of experience preparing people for these types of interviews.Additional LinksGet expert help to prepare for case presentation interviews: GET HELPSubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textToday, we hear from Kit O'Connor, an accomplished member of MC's coaching staff. In chatting through his career journey - Financial Services > Columbia Business School > Deloitte Internship > McKinsey > Tech - you'll discover:How he broke into consulting (1:37)Why he chose McKinsey over Deloitte (4:53)His reasons for staying at McKinsey for 4 years (5:43)3 important skills consulting teaches (9:43)His case coaching philosophy (14:50)2 qualities most successful candidates possess (19:17)His hidden talent (22:05)How you can work with him via 1:1 case coaching (26:28)It's a fascinating listen for anyone interested in the consulting space. Additional LinksWork with Kit in our Black Belt interview prep program: LEARN MORESee our team of coaches: TEAMSubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textClick 'play' to learn what's great - and not-so-great - about working for an MBB firm.What makes MBB the undisputed leaders in management consulting? What are the pros and cons of working for an MBB firm? Is consulting at MBB a smart career move? All those questions get answered in this episode.Additional LinksJoin case prep program: LEARN MOREApply to Strategy Sprint, the 1-week consulting project: APPLYGet training to help your organization think like MBB consultants: TRAININGSubmit a question for the MC team to answer: EMAIL USConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textToday, we have the pleasure of speaking with Strategy&'s Paul Leinwand and Matt Mani about their new book, Beyond Digital.  The experienced consultants pull from years of research to share insights that leaders can use to transform their organizations and create sustainable competitive advantage.Additional LinksBuy Beyond Digital: How Great Leaders Transform Their Organizations and Shape the Future: PURCHASE Apply to Strategy Sprint, the 1-week consulting project: APPLYJoin Black Belt, MC's structured case prep program: LEARN MORESubmit a question for our team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

In this episode, a PhD candidate tackles a pharma case led by an ex-BCG consultant. They discuss factors influencing drug pricing, comparing pricing strategies, and recommendations for pricing an asthmatic drug in the Canadian market. The importance of structuring responses in case interviews and brainstorming creative ideas is also emphasized.

Send us a textIn this episode, we catch up with Tara Russell, CSO at Photon Marine (an accelerator-funded green energy start-up). She shares how a Strategy Sprint case team from Management Consulted provided critical insights that led to an uber successful VC pitch.Click 'play' for the full story - and apply to Strategy Sprint to be staffed on a real-world consulting project and drive this kind of impact for a client! Apply and pay by April 1 for a $95 discount!Additional LinksApply to Strategy Sprint, the 1-week consulting project: APPLYLearn more about Strategy Sprint: HEREPyramid Principle - what it is and how to apply it: LEARN MORESubmit a question for our team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textXi is an MBA candidate at the University of Toronto and future Kearney consultant. Listen for insights from Xi's journey into consulting - for case prep, networking, and dealing with self-doubt in the recruiting process. You'll come away from the discussion feeling inspired and equipped.Additional LinksJoin Black Belt, MC's structured case prep program: LEARN MORESubmit a question for our team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textIn this episode, Namaan and Stephanie cover the 5 golden rules of networking for consulting. You'll walk away knowing:The importance of networkingWho to reach out toWhen to reach outWhat NOT to doIt's a can't-miss episode if you're at all serious about breaking into consulting.Additional LinksWork with an MBB coach to build a personalized networking strategy: 30MIN CALLNetworking Intensive - June 2022: LEARN MORESubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textL.E.K. Consulting is hiring now for a number of positions in life sciences strategy consulting. In this episode, we're joined by Managing Director Matt Mancuso to talk through current opportunities the firm has for Advanced Degree Candidates through the Link to L.E.K. summer program.Listen to learn about life sciences strategy consulting, Link to L.E.K. (who it's for, how to apply, interview tips), and current across-the-board hiring needs. The application deadline for Link to L.E.K. is March 27 - work with our team on a custom resume edit before applying. Additional LinksApply to Link to L.E.K. (deadline: March 27): APPLYSee all job openings at L.E.K.: CLICK HEREGet a custom resume edit: RESUME EDITGet professional help to prepare for consulting interviews: INTERVIEW HELP Submit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.