Consulting
Overview
Overview
Consulting is a broad term that, in its most basic form, is the work of solving business problems on behalf of clients. It is a large and diverse industry and provides great opportunities for those with business degrees. It offers challenging work and growth potential while utilizing both analytical and interpersonal skills. As a consultant, you will serve as a hired advisor to corporations and governments in areas including technology, business, human capital, operations, finance, and other disciplines.
Consulting is a broad term that, in its most basic form, is the work of solving business problems on behalf of clients. It is a large and diverse industry and provides great opportunities for those with business degrees. It offers challenging work and growth potential while utilizing both analytical and interpersonal skills. As a consultant, you will serve as a hired advisor to corporations and governments in areas including technology, business, human capital, operations, finance, and other disciplines.
Employer Presentation
Key Competencies
Key Competencies
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Relationship management
- Client service
Success Factors
Success Factors
- Use networking coffee chats and company research to familiarize yourself with various firms' range of work and what a day in the life of a consultant would look like
- Determine the firms and practice areas you will target in your job search and check MCV for virtual and in-person company events
- Join the career-focused clubs that cover the functional areas that you are most interestedÂ
- Carefully analyze where your skills and experiences are most valuable with the consulting key competencies
- Start practicing case interviews early with others interested in consulting, peer advisors, and Career Center coaches