Episode Details
Back to EpisodesS9E30: How Dillon Transitioned from Academia to Consulting at a Top 10 Firm
Description
While many know that it's possible to break into consulting without a business major, most don't know the exact steps to make the transition.
Today's Strategy Simplified guest - Drexel PhD Dillon Malloy - aced the process to land an EY-Parthenon offer. He joins the pod to demystify the consulting recruiting process from start-to-finish.
In the conversation, Edward chats with Dillon to uncover valuable insights.
- The reality - and difficulty of - consulting recruiting
- The importance of getting started early
- Tips to navigate recruiting as an academic
- Mistakes to avoid
- Critical prep resources
- And more!
Listen in for a roadmap to your dream consulting job!
Relevant Links
MC Case Library: 500+ practice case studies
Black Belt: structured case prep program
All Access Pass: purchase for 50+ case structure video drills
Learn more about IGS careers
30sec podcast survey: Tell us what you want to hear
PhD or Advanced Degree to Consulting: Additional info on recruiting as a PhD
Edward’s Story (S9E16): Listen to this episode for more recruiting tips
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more