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Emory University

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?

BeginnerCourse7 hours

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DF

5.0Reviewed Dec 22, 2023

A course full of golden nuggets loved it !! Thank you some great advice here suitable for the beginner and advanced consultant, a reminder on why we do this.

AB

5.0Reviewed Oct 31, 2025

Wonderfully lucid and simple way of explaining everything. Lot of new insights for me-alien to the world of consulting. Kudos to the Professor.

ST

5.0Reviewed Jul 7, 2024

Brilliant tutorial for a beginner or professional from a different background/domain! Thoroughly enjoyed the course; sincerely appreciate the effort. Thank you!

SB

5.0Reviewed Aug 11, 2023

This is really great course as the professor is enthusiastic about this subject and that is infectious, five stars from my side.

SG

5.0Reviewed Jan 3, 2024

This course really puts a lot of structure to scouting, applying for, and interviewing for consulting jobs. Highly recommended for those now starting their consulting journey.

AS

5.0Reviewed Jun 25, 2024

We appreciate your efforts, sir. The best content on this platform is aiding us in developing our skills. Your contribution to my success is something I always remember.

SG

5.0Reviewed Mar 28, 2026

I love everything about this specialization, the instructor made it all fun, joyful and rich of content at the same time. Thank you so much.

CG

5.0Reviewed Nov 30, 2023

I have enjoyed learning about how to get a consulting job. John Kim has put together a wealth of information and insights into the consulting business. Highly recommend this course.

BT

5.0Reviewed Feb 1, 2024

Really well delivered and explained - John is a great communicator - and if you follow through the course and examples you will come out well prepared to go get that role

A

5.0Reviewed Mar 25, 2026

A very helpful specialization for breaking into consulting. The case interview strategies, frameworks, and practice tips were especially valuable. Worth the time.

AB

5.0Reviewed Aug 17, 2025

John Kim is the right person to introduce you to this topic! As someone with no background knowledge in this field, I feel that I'm grasping the most important aspects of this job.

PS

5.0Reviewed Jun 3, 2024

Excellent information regarding getting a consulting job. You learn the nuances of consulting projects and how consultants help their clients. What do consulting firms look for in candidates?

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