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Resource Management Conflicts Caused by Matrix Organizational Structure

Epicflow

engineering, marketing, finance, etc.) Having originated in the aerospace industry, matrix organizational structure is now typical for project-based companies in manufacturing, engineering, and A&D industries. This approach makes it possible to engage resources from different departments (e.g.,

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How Geography Affects Where Elite Consulting Firms Recruit

Harvard Business

Research has shown that attending an elite university can make or break a student’s chances of being recruited by the best firms ( whether or not that strategy makes sense for firms ). Since firms tend to recruit where they can find the most candidates, students in regions with many top schools may have a harder time being found.

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2 Years of Networking Results in Consulting Job at PwC

Management Consulted

I then took another internship in finance with Merrill Lynch. I really liked aspects of the industry, such as research and analysis; however, the career path was of no interest to me. I really liked aspects of the industry, such as research and analysis; however, the career path was of no interest to me.

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Management Consulting versus Investment Banking

Management Consulted

The cons of investment banking – the long hours, the repetitive and unengaging nature of the work, the lack of non-finance exit opportunities – mattered far more to me than a 6-figure salary. Consultants move on to a vast array of fields – from industry to academia, government to non-profit. 4 NETWORKING.

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Oliver Wyman interview preparation: the inside story

Management Consulted

At its start, Oliver Wyman capitalized on the deregulation of the financial services industry. Mercer (with Oliver Wyman) developed the number of industries served and capabilities expertise, and after a period of exponential growth eventually chose to make Oliver Wyman the catch-all name for anything MMC but non-human resources focused.

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Networking 102: It’s Never Been More Important – And It Truly. Does. Work.

Management Consulted

“How do you maintain and continue to develop a network with recruiters, Analysts, MDs, etc. If you work overseas, how do you get to America in both office, transfer, and general recruiting networking?” How about meeting industry professionals at events? Finance-Specific Networking. Consulting-Specific Questions.

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3 ways financial advisory consulting bests strategy consulting

Management Consulted

Financial advisory firms recruit from a broader set of schools. They are masterful recruiters with big budgets to entertain prospects, so if you’re interested in the field, check them out – just go in with your eyes wide open. We understand; for some of you, you just love working in finance.

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