Strategy consulting schools

[c00|guy]

Some interesting names there ! Its pretty strange that you chose not to include the top 10 because thats where strategy MC firms recruit from the most. And I always thought NYU Stern is majorly a finance school. Do correct me if I'm wrong.

Cheers,
c00

[columbia10admit]

Hi Mangalman,

i would like to know if these schools are ranked here? also, what is the criteria used?
the list doesnt seem right to me.

Originally Posted by Mangalman

Hi All,
I am mad at Strategy consulting and I compiled the following list of schools which are better in SC. Could you guys please advise whether any other Top 25 schools need to be added up with the list? Thank you..
1. Hardward university
2. Stanford university
3. Dartmouth school(Tuck)
4. Wharton
5. Kellogg
6. Yale
7. Michigan
8. Darden
9. Chicago
10. MIT
11. Berk(Haas)
12. Emory
13. Carnegie Mellon(Tepper)
14. Kelley
15. UC davis
Take care..
Mangal

[vyom56]

Originally Posted by c00|guy

Some interesting names there ! Its pretty strange that you chose not to include the top 10 because thats where strategy MC firms recruit from the most. And I always thought NYU Stern is majorly a finance school. Do correct me if I'm wrong.

Cheers,
c00

Hi Coolguy

If you read my original post, you will see my clear disclaimer that I have not included d Top 10 schools with exceptions of 2 and the reasons for the same. Yes, you are right in saying that that's where MC firms mostly recruit from for the simple reason that they want all the cream!! I also said that by excluding the Top 10, I am running a major risk. Hope, you will fill dat GAP. But ensure that the school you are mentioning satisfies all the criteria I mentioned in my original post, 'coz if u just list all the Top 10 schools, then probably we do not need this post and can just refer to any good rankings and thats it. But catch is most of the schools reputation in regards to specialisation is held in regards to Finance, Marketing, HR, OB, Innovation etc. But there is very less info available to determine where a school stands in MC/ Strategy. Thats why this post and the criteria to determine that.

I guess, we should come out with much refined criteria and take help of PagalGuy.com to establish a ranking of say Top 25 B-schools globally specialising in Consulting/ Strategy. Wot say, administrators?

Also, regarding your second question of NYU - Stern.. Yes, it is known to be a very strong school in Finance, especially because of its proximity & relations with Wall Street. Most of Finance Co.'s in Wall Street have their first choice as Stern. But needless to say, since the concept of specialization in Consulting/ Strategy is less accepted by people, primarily because it basically involves understanding of the fundamental concepts of various aspects of management like Finance, HR, Marketing (where we have recognised specializations) and an analytical bent of mind and good problem solving approach. That does the trick to be successful in Consulting. But since, NYU - Stern satisfies, at a good level, all the criteria I listed out, its at no. 2. If you ask any alumni or consultant, what is the strength of NYU - Stern, they will undoubtedly tell you - Finance. But that does not downplay it's strength in Strategy/ Consulting. May be if you have some other opinions about it from its alumni, MC recruiters, we will look at it again..

[vyom56]

Originally Posted by columbia10admit

Hi Mangalman,

i would like to know if these schools are ranked here? also, what is the criteria used?
the list doesnt seem right to me.

yes, columbia10admit, u r right.. the list is not correct, though not completely wrong too..
I dont think, managalam has ranked the schools in his list.. and to my knowledge, there is not rankings available for B-schools specializing in Consulting/ Strategy. Even I am wondering what criteria he has used. Ne way, I have also listed some schools and the criteria for evaluation of schools, in this post. Please have a look at it and let me know your opinions.

In case, if you have been admitted to Columbia Biz school, first of all, Congratulations!! and maybe if you can help us to come out wid a gud list, it will be a gr8 help. Thanks