Thanks for putting this together! A few additional points and highlights that may be especially relevant to people with Science backgrounds, based on my experience
If one of your key reasons for going into consulting is skill building, be deliberate about what you learn. Articulate your reflections on the bigger picture around your projects, seriously focus when defining your learning goals, make re-usable templates for yourself, and refine all of the above regularly. It’s easy to forget this in the hustle of a 60-hour week, so set yourself a reminder.
MBB are super excited about hiring people with science backgrounds (PhDs), even with zero prior business experience, if they come from good universities and are otherwise impressive. Don’t think you don’t stand a chance without an MBA if you think you are a good fit.
Yes, the business case studies are important—it may seem stupid but you do need to practice those. Take them seriously! Prepping min 2 weeks full time is totally reasonable.
Thanks for putting this together! A few additional points and highlights that may be especially relevant to people with Science backgrounds, based on my experience
If one of your key reasons for going into consulting is skill building, be deliberate about what you learn. Articulate your reflections on the bigger picture around your projects, seriously focus when defining your learning goals, make re-usable templates for yourself, and refine all of the above regularly. It’s easy to forget this in the hustle of a 60-hour week, so set yourself a reminder.
MBB are super excited about hiring people with science backgrounds (PhDs), even with zero prior business experience, if they come from good universities and are otherwise impressive. Don’t think you don’t stand a chance without an MBA if you think you are a good fit.
Yes, the business case studies are important—it may seem stupid but you do need to practice those. Take them seriously! Prepping min 2 weeks full time is totally reasonable.