Consulting
Jobs roles you can expect
Management Consultant
Strategy Consultant
Operations Consultant
Financial Consultant
HR Consultant
Demand
High
Competition
High
Time Taken
6-12 months (for entry-level roles)
Skills required
Problem-Solving
Analytical Thinking
Communication and Presentation
Project Management
Industry-Specific Knowledge (varies by consulting focus)
Tools Used
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Tableau
SAP
CRM Software (Salesforce)
Communities to Learn From
Consulting.com
CaseInterview.com
PrepLounge
Harvard Business Review (Consulting Section)
Coursera – Consulting and Strategy Courses
Ideal Roadmap
Understand basic business principles
Master problem-solving frameworks (e.g., MECE)
Develop strong presentation and Excel skills
Learn project management methodologies
Practice case interviews
Build a portfolio with case studies or consulting projects