Best MBA for consulting


Posted Jul 12, 2023 09:18

Greetings everyone, I have 9 years of professional experience in market research, marketing, and business development fields and my goal is to switch to the consultancy field

I've looked into different programs and the following are what fits my budget:

Boston University
University of Illinois
Birmingham University
University of Liverpool
Bradford University

Which one is the best option?

PS: I know the big consultancy firms aim towards higher-ranking schools but I have the connections that could help in waving that and my experience would help as well.

Thank you in advance
Greetings everyone, I have 9 years of professional experience in market research, marketing, and business development fields and my goal is to switch to the consultancy field

I've looked into different programs and the following are what fits my budget:

Boston University
University of Illinois
Birmingham University
University of Liverpool
Bradford University

Which one is the best option?

PS: I know the big consultancy firms aim towards higher-ranking schools but I have the connections that could help in waving that and my experience would help as well.

Thank you in advance
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Posted Aug 07, 2023 13:33

Which of these firms has the best alumni network in the country/firms you are targeting? Other things being equal, a move into consultancy might justify a higher investment. 
Which of these firms has the best alumni network in the country/firms you are targeting? Other things being equal, a move into consultancy might justify a higher investment. 
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Posted Jan 10, 2026 09:11

University of Illinois or Boston University are the best options from your list.

If you want the strongest overall reputation and flexibility for consulting, choose University of Illinois. If you prefer a solid US brand and network, Boston University is a good alternative.

Among the UK universities, Birmingham is the best choice. Liverpool and Bradford are acceptable but weaker for consulting.

University of Illinois > Boston University > Birmingham > Liverpool > Bradford
University of Illinois or Boston University are the best options from your list.

If you want the strongest overall reputation and flexibility for consulting, choose University of Illinois. If you prefer a solid US brand and network, Boston University is a good alternative.

Among the UK universities, Birmingham is the best choice. Liverpool and Bradford are acceptable but weaker for consulting.

University of Illinois > Boston University > Birmingham > Liverpool > Bradford
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Posted Jan 22, 2026 11:27

Consulting pipeline & alumni network. Which school has recent placements into consulting (even boutique/local firms)? Alumni who actively recruit or connect grads make the biggest difference.
Consulting pipeline & alumni network. Which school has recent placements into consulting (even boutique/local firms)? Alumni who actively recruit or connect grads make the biggest difference.
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