Scholar94:
Hello,

@Marxxx and others, I have been scheduled for BCG online case(bcg potential test). A practice question was attached to the invitation (med line case) but I feel I still need more materials for better preparation. I checked online, all practice questions available are for a fee and to be honest, I can't afford them.

I'm informing us so in case anyone has (or you knpw anyone that has material) to share with me. Pls kindly do share them. I will welcome tips and advice from anyone who has pass through the process too before.
Thanks

Timmyblinks:
Okay, that's fine by me.

Emmyshegs:


Please I want to join the group too. Send me your number or pm.

Scholar94:
Are u also writing the test

Emmyshegs:
I also need this. Kind send me a mail emmyshegs12@yahoo.com

Scholar94:
Hello Liamzzybaba...yea sure I can share them with you. They are all soft copies. DM or drop your email here

Scholar94:
Hello Liamzzybaba...yea sure I can share them with you. They are all soft copies. DM or drop your email here

jashar:



Yoooouuuuu....how are you doing? How's the treatment? How's your sis and niece? Trust you're keeping your head up

Focusmind:
This type of thread will never get to front page. Some youths will run away from it because it is not what interests them.

People of intellect and those with passion for knowledge and learning will always be interested.

Kudos to you guys. Consulting was an area I was so interested in joining in my early 20s but the competition was so intense. I did countless assessments with companies in UK like Oliver Wyman, Messer, BCG.

Consulting gives you the leverage to negotiate big time if you decide to join other industries or to move to a client firm.

People that worked for less than 2 years in consulting would be offered managerial positions in other industries with mouth watering offers.

If you can and still within the age, please pursue your dream in the consulting, but if you have exceeded the age, move to another thing.

Consulting firms like catching people young.

Marxxx:
...you know you can still find your way as an experience hire, that is if you are still interested.

Focusmind:


You are right but it is good to join at a graduate level and grow through the ranks.

Nevertheless, I am on my own now running my own consultancy. It is not easy as you are not sure and certain of getting money unlike when I was still a full time corporate employee.

However, I am very hopeful and optimistic of my success as a solo consultant.

jashar:


Lolzzz!!! If i catch you ehn!!! . I'm still single and minding my own business o...

Hope you've gotten your niece a beautiful Christmas present? do you still uave hair she can plait?

LeoThaGreat:
Hello Marxxx

I've got a question for ya.

I read recently about a person getting noisily chased out from a KPMG interview (or assessment or something of that sort) because he tendered a certificate from a university in Cotonou with the lady saying "We don't rate those universities here". I am a graduate from Houdegbe North American University in Cotonou with a flair for offering operation/strategy advice, first to a friend which has been working out great, then to a manager in an organisation which I will assess in a few months time. I intend to practise consulting full-time after my service year but I'd like to know if it's true that students from Houdegbe (Cotonou generally) aren't rated in the consulting field.

Thanks

Scholar94:
Hello,

@Marxxx and others, I have been scheduled for BCG online case(bcg potential test). A practice question was attached to the invitation (med line case) but I feel I still need more materials for better preparation. I checked online, all practice questions available are for a fee and to be honest, I can't afford them.

I'm informing us so in case anyone has (or you knpw anyone that has material) to share with me. Pls kindly do share them. I will welcome tips and advice from anyone who has pass through the process too before.
Thanks

Marxxx:
starting a consultancy outfit is good but it is better when you have worked with one in the past. It gives you credibility. You are equipped with how to research clients. I once advised a chap who was creating modules and equipping people on how to ace job tests, case interviews etc I told him you can't break even on this track, you need to re-brand, research and fine tune what you deliver. Today he teaches employability and has a master class. He is a consultant! So as you go solo...come up with some extraordinary cos we are waiting to celebrate you

Focusmind:


Good. I have been in the corporate world for close to 14 years. From telecom to banking and to energy.

I felt I have had enough and decided to go solo in 2017. So far, God has been kind.

I told myself that I would have my own business at 40 years and that is what I did exactly irrespective of the uncertainty surrounding starting one's business in Nigeria. Luckily, I don't sell tangible goods or have a brick and mortar shop, I offer intangible services and neither do I have a shop.

Marxxx:
Truth be told consulting firms loves top rated universities. This is the idea, for you to be admitted into a top ranking school, you must have competed well. I will advise you chase your dreams cos I don't know KPMG standard on the choice of institution attended (university).

Marxxx:

jashar:


It's good you're ok.
Is the cancer gone? What's the status update?
Don't be a stranger...

Marxxx:
I am giving it a good fight, there are worse periods and there are worst moments in between I am adapting.

Marxxx:
Lucky guy... ..the guy beside you

jashar:



Good for you!!! Be safe out there...

Emmyshegs:
Hello Marxxx. I’m a graduate with a 2.1 that just finished my nysc. I’m looking at a career in consulting. I’ve applied to BCG, Bain, McKinsey, Kpmg, Pwc and Deloitte but I’ve been unsuccessful in all my applications at some point. I really want a wonderful career in business because I believe so much in my potentials and abilities. I don’t plan to give up on this. What other options do I have presently?
I don’t want to have to wait another year before I apply again.
How best can I go about it?

Marxxx:
Everyone believes...but you have to prove you are better than the next guy. If you can't get into the accounting firms you listed there then consulting *might not be your thing. First class graduates from Harvard, Princeton, Yale bang the PST. It is not just about believe or wish you just have to be super intelligent. If at first you do not make it, join the Industry, you can give it another shot later.

Emmyshegs:


I understand what you’re saying. I think I just didn’t prepare well enough. I will probably apply again.
What other options are viable in business career aside consulting?

Marxxx:
Hi...I trust you had a great day. I am indoors most of the time. Ensure you are safe too. Thank you