Session 1: Introduction to Management consulting landscape

Welcome to Session 1 of our weekend series on management consulting: In this video, we break down the consulting landscape, from strategy consulting to tech, operations, risk advisory, impact, and boutique firms. We also discuss Global Capability Centers (GCCs), relative pay scales, work-life balance, and long-term exit opportunities. Whether you are an undergrad or an MBA aspirant, this breakdown will help you as you make an informed career decision. 📌 Join our community for regular updates:   / singla-chirag   🕒 Chapters: 00:00:00 - 200-Candidate+ problem 00:05:18 - Overview of leading consulting verticals 00:06:57 - What is a GCC (Global Capability Center)? 00:12:01 - Do GCC roles require an MBA? 00:15:22 - Strategy consulting demystified (MBB & Boutique Strategy) 00:19:26 - Landing a role from a non-legacy college 00:21:56 - Technology & Digital consulting 00:24:48 - Operations & Transformation consulting 00:29:36 - Risk Advisory & Big 4 landscape 00:34:21 - People & Organization consulting 00:35:47 - Impact consulting 00:38:39 - What is Boutique consulting? 00:44:48 - The 3 key variables: Pay, Work life balance, and Exit opportunities 00:48:49 - Building a Profile Before an MBA 00:57:00 - Navigating the job hunt from a tier-2/3 college