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BCG is up to 147k base and M & B are expected to follow next year if not now.

Are you sure? What school? I only got $140K and that's supposed to be US wide...
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its second hand info - here's where I read that.

https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/c ... fer-thread
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its second hand info - here's where I read that.

https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/c ... fer-thread

Interesting... thanks! I'll ask around. If anyone else wants to contribute new info, please feel free!
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wow, great stuff thanks!
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At least for MBB, there are some mistakes (too low). but close enough to get the picture.
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What cities do these salaries apply to? I'm guessing they would be different based on the area one gets a position in?
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What cities do these salaries apply to? I'm guessing they would be different based on the area one gets a position in?


In the US at most of these places the salaries are set nationally. You get the same amount in San Fran as you do in Minneapolis.
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What cities do these salaries apply to? I'm guessing they would be different based on the area one gets a position in?


In the US at most of these places the salaries are set nationally. You get the same amount in San Fran as you do in Minneapolis.

Didn't know that! Those are great numbers in that case..
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A few questions for people who are pursuing a career in consulting post-MBA:

I've done some basic research on numerous consultants' LinkedIn profiles and noticed that a large number of them have a background in engineering/technology. How important do you think is it to have this background to have a successful career in consulting? I understand that IT consultants would definitely need this background to be successful in their field, but what about general strategy management consultants? Do you feel that not having a tech/engineering background is a disadvantage?

After my MBA, I'm hoping to land a consulting gig at one of the 'Big 4'. How prominent do you think these companies are at the so-called trans-elite schools (Georgetown, Emory, Kelley, Rice)? I see quite a few of their MBA graduates end up in Big 4 consulting positions, but are these the same positions that are earning the salaries mentioned above (ie. $120k - $135k base, etc.)? When I do a glassdoor search for the salaries for these positions, they seem to be closer to the $90k - $100k mark.
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Updated with latest 2015 numbers, as well as internship numbers.
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A few questions for people who are pursuing a career in consulting post-MBA:

I've done some basic research on numerous consultants' LinkedIn profiles and noticed that a large number of them have a background in engineering/technology. How important do you think is it to have this background to have a successful career in consulting? I understand that IT consultants would definitely need this background to be successful in their field, but what about general strategy management consultants? Do you feel that not having a tech/engineering background is a disadvantage?

After my MBA, I'm hoping to land a consulting gig at one of the 'Big 4'. How prominent do you think these companies are at the so-called trans-elite schools (Georgetown, Emory, Kelley, Rice)? I see quite a few of their MBA graduates end up in Big 4 consulting positions, but are these the same positions that are earning the salaries mentioned above (ie. $120k - $135k base, etc.)? When I do a glassdoor search for the salaries for these positions, they seem to be closer to the $90k - $100k mark.

I don't think there is a consistent background for consultants. In my class, there are ex-consultants, bankers, pianists, lots of teachers, family business, etc. You get an interview with your resume and/or networking. After that, it's primarily about how you perform in the case.

I think for Big 4 consulting firms, their online salary numbers may be a bit muddled because they have so many other positions. I know this is the case for Deloitte. However, the statistics above should be correct for the post MBA roles. That being said, there is often regional variation by city for Big 4 firms, as opposed to MBB which is uniform across the US.
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A few questions for people who are pursuing a career in consulting post-MBA:

I've done some basic research on numerous consultants' LinkedIn profiles and noticed that a large number of them have a background in engineering/technology. How important do you think is it to have this background to have a successful career in consulting? I understand that IT consultants would definitely need this background to be successful in their field, but what about general strategy management consultants? Do you feel that not having a tech/engineering background is a disadvantage?

After my MBA, I'm hoping to land a consulting gig at one of the 'Big 4'. How prominent do you think these companies are at the so-called trans-elite schools (Georgetown, Emory, Kelley, Rice)? I see quite a few of their MBA graduates end up in Big 4 consulting positions, but are these the same positions that are earning the salaries mentioned above (ie. $120k - $135k base, etc.)? When I do a glassdoor search for the salaries for these positions, they seem to be closer to the $90k - $100k mark.

I don't think there is a consistent background for consultants. In my class, there are ex-consultants, bankers, pianists, lots of teachers, family business, etc. You get an interview with your resume and/or networking. After that, it's primarily about how you perform in the case.

I think for Big 4 consulting firms, their online salary numbers may be a bit muddled because they have so many other positions. I know this is the case for Deloitte. However, the statistics above should be correct for the post MBA roles. That being said, there is often regional variation by city for Big 4 firms, as opposed to MBB which is uniform across the US.

Thanks! Can you comment on salary raises each year? What are raises typically like? How similar to or different from finance/i-banking positions?
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Are you referring to salary increases when you are within the firm? Or general trends in starting salary from year to year.

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Are you referring to salary increases when you are within the firm? Or general trends in starting salary from year to year.

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General trends in salary from year to year. What does a typical raise for a first year Senior Consultant to a second year look like? $10k, x% of previous year's salary, etc.?

Also, from what I have read, the next step up from Senior Consultant would be Manager/Engagement Manager and I believe starting salaries for that position were between $175k - $200k depending on the firm. Is that correct?

Thanks so much QiuYidio! And congrats on attaining a position at MBB! That's amazing!
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A few questions for people who are pursuing a career in consulting post-MBA:

I've done some basic research on numerous consultants' LinkedIn profiles and noticed that a large number of them have a background in engineering/technology. How important do you think is it to have this background to have a successful career in consulting? I understand that IT consultants would definitely need this background to be successful in their field, but what about general strategy management consultants? Do you feel that not having a tech/engineering background is a disadvantage?

After my MBA, I'm hoping to land a consulting gig at one of the 'Big 4'. How prominent do you think these companies are at the so-called trans-elite schools (Georgetown, Emory, Kelley, Rice)? I see quite a few of their MBA graduates end up in Big 4 consulting positions, but are these the same positions that are earning the salaries mentioned above (ie. $120k - $135k base, etc.)? When I do a glassdoor search for the salaries for these positions, they seem to be closer to the $90k - $100k mark.

I don't think there is a consistent background for consultants. In my class, there are ex-consultants, bankers, pianists, lots of teachers, family business, etc. You get an interview with your resume and/or networking. After that, it's primarily about how you perform in the case.

I think for Big 4 consulting firms, their online salary numbers may be a bit muddled because they have so many other positions. I know this is the case for Deloitte. However, the statistics above should be correct for the post MBA roles. That being said, there is often regional variation by city for Big 4 firms, as opposed to MBB which is uniform across the US.

I can only speak to Deloitte but, like MBB, it pays the same to incoming MBA hires at all offices. I imagine this will remain the case as long as NY and SF remain the most preferenced locations.
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Does anyone know if travel is reduced as one becomes more senior? Or vice versa?
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Does anyone know if travel is reduced as one becomes more senior? Or vice versa?

That really depends on the area you specialize in, the projects available in your local economy and also the partners you know. It does get easier when you move up the chain in terms of location preference because you will have more say. However, if you specialized in an area where your local economy does not have the project, then you will most likely be travelling for work.

It really comes down to how you plan your career and how you navigate your career once your in a firm.