Part of the reason that MBAs thrive at BCG is the emphasis on career development from an associates' first day. The company promotes the apprenticeship model, where senior partners interact with consultants to help guide their development and growth.
Successful alumni of the consulting firm include PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi, Kellogg School of Management Dean Sally Blount and Grammy winner John Legend.
What they're looking for: BCG takes a holistic approach when hiring, looking for academic and professional success, but they also want employees who can show how they've overcome setbacks. "We look for resiliency and adaptability, and the ability to learn from your mistakes and grow from them," says Senior Partner Lucy Brady, who leads recruiting in North America.
