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Introduction to Frameworking
An introduction to frameworking for management consulting.
Unconventional and Illegal Buckets
An overview of unconventional and illegal buckets for management consulting.
Case Interview Setup: First 5 Minutes
The first 5 minutes set the tone for the rest of the interview. We cover the essential mechanics of the launch: recapping the prompt to ensure alignment, asking high-value clarifying questions, and—most importantly—stating an initial Hypothesis. Learn how to start the case with a strong point of view, just like a consultant starts a project.
Robber-Thief Exercise
An overview of the Robber-Thief exercise for management consulting.
BCG Casey Chatbot 6 – Air Cargo Merger (Shipping Merger)
Practice test 6
Still no referral? Here’s your final play
Learn when to make your move, how much notice to give, and how to turn a good relationship into an actual referral.
Intro to Professional Development and Growth
Learn how to move past the ambiguity of performance reviews and take ownership of your long-term skill development and growth trajectory.
Stop blasting copy-paste emails
Focus on a few meaningful contacts instead of hundreds. Learn to personalize your messages, ask good questions, and follow up to actually get interviews.
How to get MBB Offers
Breaking into McKinsey, BCG, or Bain is one of the most competitive career goals out there—but with the right preparation and strategy, you can set yourself apart. In this session, expert Leland coaches and former MBB consultants Alex S. (McKinsey interviewer), Tim F. (BCG Project Leader), and Ashwin S. (Bain Manager) will walk you through exactly what it takes to land an offer. By the end, you’ll have a step-by-step game plan to position yourself as a top candidate and maximize your chances of landing that coveted MBB offer.
What Makes a Standout Accenture Applicant
In this session, Adam B., who currently works at Accenture, previously worked at BCG, and is a former Assistant VP at Citigroup will share what makes a standout Accenture applicant. He has coached over 18 professionals through career transitions and role applications! You’ll learn how to position your background, highlight your most relevant experiences, and align your narrative with what Accenture values most. Whether you're applying for consulting, strategy, or tech roles, this session will give you actionable insights to strengthen your application and interview performance.
One Sentence Summary for Major Case Types
A brief one sentence summary for major management consulting case types.
BCG Casey Chatbot 9 – Freshmart (Easymart)
Practice test 9
Consulting referrals aren’t luck, they’re strategy
Learn how to find the right consultants, reach out to them personally, and build real relationships that lead to referrals and interviews.
Want MBB consultants to respond?
Write emails that people actually read. Learn to personalize messages, create subject lines that work, follow up without being annoying, and use your resume smartly.
Bad questions kill your networking efforts
Learn how to ask questions that start real conversations. Make your outreach feel genuine and memorable, not robotic.
No one owes you a referral. Earn it
Learn the biggest networking mistakes and how to build trust with MBB consultants without seeming fake or desperate.
Follow-up to maintain networking relationships
Stay in touch without being pushy. Learn how to thank people genuinely and turn one-time contacts into long-term mentors.
Don’t ask "Can you refer me?" - Ask this instead
Earn referrals naturally by building trust first. Learn what questions to ask and how to make consultants actually want to help you.
Understanding the Formal PD Cycle
Decipher the annual review process, from goal-setting to calibration, to strategically position yourself for promotion and recognition.
Key Skills to Master in Your First Year as an Associate or Consultant
Learn the specific problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills you must demonstrate to earn a top-tier performance rating.
