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If you're a non-MBA advanced degree (PhD, MD, JD, PharmD, etc.), this is your roadmap into consulting.

Bridge Programs are one of the fastest – and most misunderstood – paths into firms like McKinsey, BCG, Bain, L.E.K., ClearView, Oliver Wyman, and more. With 2026 deadlines upon us, timing matters.

In this episode, we break down exactly how advanced degree candidates can win.

You’ll walk away with:

• A clear understanding of how bridge programs work – and how they fast-track you to interviews and offers
• A step-by-step game plan to position your academic background for consulting
• The confidence to navigate resumes, networking, digital assessments, and case interviews
• A concrete action plan you can start executing today

These programs are competitive and high-signal. If you’re serious about breaking into consulting this year, this is where you start.

Resources:

• Bridge Program Details: See 2026 eligibility and key deadlines by firm
• Consult with Katie: Explore whether a Management Consulted program is the right fit for you (15-min call)
• Black Belt: Structured coaching to win your consulting offer
• Book with Ish: Get personalized bridge strategy and case prep guidance

Join the last-ever Strategy Sprint (March 7-14)

Build consulting experience, boost your resume, and make a real impact on this 1-week consulting project (the last-ever project)

MBB Undergrad Timelines Are Moving Up

Application deadlines are the earliest we've ever seen; join Black Belt for a structured, MBB-led prep plan + coaching + resume edits

Connect With Management Consulted

• Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team.
• Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube!
• Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights!
• Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more.
• Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

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The 2026 Top Consulting Firms Ranking is officially live.

After months of research, surveys, and industry analysis, we’ve narrowed the global consulting landscape down to the top 40 firms based on prestige, market positioning, growth prospects, candidate outcomes, and standing within the broader consulting market landscape.

See the full 2026 ranking.

In this episode, we break down:

• How we evaluate firms – and why this ranking is different
• The biggest 2026 consulting industry trends
• How candidates should actually use this ranking to build a target list

Consulting isn’t “dead.” It’s evolving. And the firms that are winning right now may not be the ones you expect.

Additional Resources:

• 2026 Top Consulting Firms Ranking – Explore the full list and see how firms stack up
• Black Belt: Get expert coaching to build your target firm list and win your offer
• Consulting Salary Report: Compare compensation across top firms
• Consulting Job Board: Browse open consulting roles updated daily

Join the last-ever Strategy Sprint (March 7-14)

Build consulting experience, boost your resume, and make a real impact on this 1-week consulting project (the last-ever project)

Connect With Management Consulted

• Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team.
• Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube!
• Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights!
• Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more.
• Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

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I went to the beach (literally) during my first month at Bain.

Technically, I was allowed to. Strategically, it quietly hurt my early trajectory.

In this episode of Consulting Unpacked, Jenny Rae breaks down the biggest mistake she made in her first month – and what she wishes she had done instead.

You'll learn:

• Why “unstaffed” is a career opportunity – not time off
• How early visibility and eagerness shape who gets the best projects
• What to do in your first weeks to position yourself for rapid promotion

This is the reality no one tells you before you start.

If you’re about to join a consulting firm, this is how you avoid falling behind before you even realize it.

Additional Resources:

• Create a free profile + access the Job Board (1K+ jobs)
• Get the free Case Prep Plan (step-by-step guide to win case interviews)
• Get full prep support with Black Belt

Join the last-ever Strategy Sprint (March 7-14)

Build consulting experience, boost your resume, and make a real impact on this 1-week consulting project (the last-ever project)

Connect With Management Consulted

• Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team.
• Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube!
• Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights!
• Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more.
• Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.