Getting a Consulting Job
This is the #2 course in the specialization on management consulting.In this course, we will learn how consulting firms work and how they make money. This can help you network with recruiters and prepare for the case interviews. Some of the topics covered:
• What drive project profitability?
• What competencies do I need at each stage in my career?
• How are consulting interviews different?
• How to do well on case interviews?
• How much do I need to practice cases?
What are consulting firms looking for ? What do consulting projects look like? How should I network with firms? What is the key to case interviews?
Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Small and Effective Teams
Week 2
Consulting Competencies and Skills
Week 3
What are Consulting Projects Like?
Week 4
What are Consulting Firms Looking For?
Week 5
How to Prepare for Interviews
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Is this course focused on case interviews?
The last 1/3 of this course is focused on networking, behavioral interviews, and case interviews. Just as important, the first 2/3 of the course deals with the mindset and skillset you need to do great during interviews. Do you know what consulting firms are looking for?
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