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With so many consulting firms out there - MBB, Big 4, boutiques - how do you find the best fit? Should you specialize or stay generalist?

In this Strategy Simplified episode, recorded from a live event and presented by Bates White, the Management Consulted team breaks down how to choose the right firm for your career.

Tune in for a practical framework to help you evaluate:

• The roles and levels available to you
• How your background (industries, functions) impacts your options
• The best geography for your career goals
• Whether MBB, Big 4, or a boutique firm is the right path for you

If you're exploring consulting but unsure where to start, this episode will help you find clarity and direction.

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With 25+ years in aviation, Matt Granger wasn’t the typical McKinsey candidate. But that didn’t stop him from landing an expert role in McKinsey’s Travel, Logistics & Infrastructure practice.

In this episode, Matt pulls back the curtain on his journey, sharing:

• How he positioned his deep industry expertise to stand out
• The 3-round interview process he went through (and how he prepared)
• The key resources that helped him ace the case and PEI
• Advice for experienced professionals looking to break into McKinsey

If you're an industry veteran wondering if a consulting career is within reach, this episode is your blueprint for making it happen.

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Listen in on a real McKinsey-style case interview.

Former McKinsey consultant Kabreya Ghaderi, who has coached dozens of candidates to MBB offers, guides a candidate through an automotive industry case interview - exactly like those used in McKinsey assessments.

Follow along as the candidate navigates structuring, problem-solving, mental math, and data interpretation under pressure. 

If you're prepping for McKinsey or looking to sharpen your case skills, this is a can't-miss episode.

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Kabreya works 1:1 with candidates through Management Consulted’s Black Belt program.

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Calling all students and early career job seekers. 

If you're navigating internships, job searches, or your first professional role, this special mic takeover episode is packed with insights to help you get ahead.

Sophomore Emma sits down with Jenny Rae (ex-Bain consultant) to uncover the secrets to landing top job opportunities and excelling in the workplace.

They discuss:

• Key skills that open doors to career success
• How to build your reputation and stand out
• The power of networking (and how to do it right)
• What to prioritize as you prepare for the workforce
• The mindsets that drive success in any environment

Get ready to take notes - this conversation is full of practical advice you can start using today.

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Bain & Company is hiring NOW for Associate Consultants and Consultants. The firm is one of the most competitive to break into - and too many candidates make avoidable mistakes that sink their chances.

Listen to this episode for the most common application and interview mistakes candidates make when recruiting for Bain, and how you can sidestep them.

Bain doesn't conduct just-in-time hiring often - take advantage of this rare opportunity.

Purchase tailored resume and cover letter edits to boost your application or go all-in with Black Belt for edits + expert coaching!

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Canva has taken the design world by storm - offering easy-to-use tools for everyone from casual users to global enterprises. With a skyrocketing valuation and millions of loyal users, the platform has redefined graphic design.

In this segment of Business Breakdowns, Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian explore Canva’s business model, growth opportunities, and the risks that could shape its future. 

But as competition from Adobe, AI-powered tools, and other upstarts continues, can Canva continue its rapid expansion? Or will the design disruptor struggle to maintain its momentum?

Tune in to see what’s next for Canva.

Business Breakdowns drops on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Have a company you'd like to see profiled? Let us know via text or email.

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The 2025 Top Consulting Firms Ranking by Management Consulted is here! See the ranking now.

Listen to this short episode for 3 key insights the ranking tells us about the consulting industry - where it is today and where it's heading. 

Did DOGE really make the list? See the ranking to find out.

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The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), helmed by Elon Musk, has been tasked with optimizing federal processes, cutting redundancies, and improving transparency in government operations.

Now, large consulting firms are in DOGE's crosshairs. The top 10 largest consulting firms that do business with the U.S. government have been called in to "defend the spend" this Friday. These firms represent over $65B in outstanding consulting contracts.

Whether you agree with DOGE's mission or not isn't the point - the U.S. government is the single largest consumer of consulting services in the world, and this steady revenue stream is under threat for some of the world's largest consulting firms.

The Wall Street Journal broke this news - read the original article.

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1. What do federal consultants do? (1:00)
2. What is DOGE? (2:00)
3. What is the current state of play? (3:02)
4. What does this mean for consulting firms? (6:56)
5. What does this mean for job seekers? (8:39)

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What does a BCG healthcare case interview really look like? Find out in this live breakdown.

In this episode, former BCG consultant Ish Mawla guides a candidate through a realistic, healthcare-focused case interview - just like the ones used in actual BCG interviews.

You’ll get a front-row seat as the candidate navigates frameworks, complex math, data analysis, and executive-level communication under pressure. 

Then, Ish provides a detailed performance review, breaking down what worked, what didn’t, and how to improve - insights you can apply to your own prep.

Want expert coaching to land your consulting offer? 

Ish works 1:1 with candidates through Management Consulted’s Black Belt program - but spots are limited. Don’t miss your chance to work with him!

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If you're a sophomore eyeing a consulting internship, the time to start preparing is now - even if it feels too early.

With firms recruiting a full year in advance, your 2026 internship interviews will happen in 2025 - and the candidates who win have a strategy in place well before applications open (as early as June!).

In this episode, the Management Consulted team lays out the 3 pillars of a winning recruiting strategy, breaking down:

• Key milestones you need to hit
• Common pitfalls that can derail your chances
• How to stand out - whether you're at an Ivy League or a non-target school

Whether you're deep into case prep or just learning what consulting is, this episode will help you craft a clear roadmap so you’re not caught off guard when recruiting heats up.

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