Management Consultant
Advise organisations on strategy, operations and performance, using data and analysis to solve complex business problems.
A day in the life
Interview clients, analyse data, build models, prepare presentations, and recommend improvements to senior leaders.
Typical route
Helpful A-levels
Physics + Maths
Typical qualification and training
- Any degree (Economics, Engineering or Maths common)
- Graduate training scheme with a consultancy
These are common routes, not compulsory subject combinations. Entry requirements vary between universities, training schemes and employers, so always check the current provider requirements.
Indicative UK salary
- Starter
- £30,000-£45,000
- Experienced
- £45,000-£70,000
- Senior
- £90,000+
Strategy firms and bonuses can push total compensation much higher.
Salary range checked against Prospects.ac.uk: Management Consultant.
UK employers
- McKinsey & Company
- BCG
- Bain
- Deloitte
Worldwide employers
- McKinsey & Company
- BCG
- Bain
- Accenture
Useful route links
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Key skills
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