Management Consultancy
The management consultancy industry is often broken down into three key sectors: the 'Big Five' management consultancies, global strategy houses and niche players. However, the choice open to candidates is much wider than this rather loose categorisation might suggest, as each firm is different, with its own culture and consultative style. So it is worth taking the time to thoroughly research the marketplace to find what will ultimately be the most appropriate fit for your skills and drivers.
A move into management consultancy offers the opportunity to work with global blue-chip companies, as a consultant you will also be exposed to continuous training and development, adapting to and utilising the most advanced tools of the profession.
Individuals moving into consultancy must possess: excellent academic results, integrity, objectivity and impartiality, an analytical mind, a sense of humour, exceptional energy and the ability to display empathy and sensitivity, recognising and respecting the perspectives of clients and colleagues. See the following page for the main attractions of management consultancy:
