This is the #4 course in the specialization on management consulting.Management consultants are quick learners. When you first join a generalist consulting firm, you are expected to learn core consulting skills and will likely be staffed on projects across industry and functions. You might be on a chemicals pricing project, then a retail cost-reduction project. It’s critical that you learn “how to get smart quickly” and ask smart questions. At the same time, you should develop an armory of tools to create data through client interviews, surveys, benchmarking, and observations.
How to get smart quickly on a new topic? What is industry analysis? How to benchmark companies? How to make great excel models?
Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Work Smart and Quickly with Internet Research
Week 2
Understand Industry Supply Chain Dynamics
Week 3
Create Data Through Surveys and Observations
Week 4
Use Benchmarks as a Starting Point
Week 5
Use Excel to Model the Results
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:
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.
Will I learn strategy concepts?
Yes, we will review industry analysis, benchmarking, competitive intelligence, and consulting research methods.
Are these skills useful to non-consultants?
Absolutely. Your ability to "get smart quickly", analyze industries, and benchmark competitors will help you in most careers.
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