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Hello I’m hoping to get an MBA in HBS after two years of work experience. And I have difficulty deciding my first career after graduation I have mostly set my mind on consulting firms but which one should I am for if I want to get into HBS with a low GPA?? Could you list several consulting firms in order of preference?

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Hello I’m hoping to get an MBA in HBS after two years of work experience. And I have difficulty deciding my first career after graduation I have mostly set my mind on consulting firms but which one should I am for if I want to get into HBS with a low GPA?? Could you list several consulting firms in order of preference?

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At this point, I would say, get into the consulting form that hires you. As you would appreciate, making it into a consulting firm is no easy feat- start the application process for them and you will know.

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a lot of factors are there on which it depends what kinda job role or industry you get into... try getting in touch with adcoms of B schools you interested in and understand what your target industry companies seek from candidates
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Hello I’m hoping to get an MBA in HBS after two years of work experience. And I have difficulty deciding my first career after graduation I have mostly set my mind on consulting firms but which one should I am for if I want to get into HBS with a low GPA?? Could you list several consulting firms in order of preference?

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Taysdau hope this finds you well.

If you aim to shape your career toward a school like HBS, I would suggest seizing opportunities you might not otherwise consider for a safer career path. Being just another MBB or big 4 consultant can enhance your career, but it's unlikely to secure admission to HBS with only a few years of experience. It's better to consider joining a more specialized consulting firm, one focused on an impact area, or explore opportunities in a high-growth startup where you can exert significant influence, even driving decisions when required. Also, I'm not sure if 2 years is sufficient for you to be deemed suitable for HBS. You need to delve deeply into your research.

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