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BCG

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Boston Consulting Group hiring guide. Explore BCG consulting careers, case interview prep, compensation data, and opportunities in strategy consulting.

Website

bcg.com

Industry

Management Consulting

Year founded

1963

Employees

25,000

About

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a global management consulting firm that advises Fortune 500 companies, governments, and nonprofits on strategy, operations, and transformation.

Founded in 1963, BCG pioneered the experience curve and growth-share matrix, becoming one of the "Big Three" strategy consulting firms alongside McKinsey and Bain.

The firm operates in over 90 offices across 50+ countries, serving clients across industries from technology and healthcare to financial services and energy.

BCG is known for its rigorous case-based interviews and highly competitive compensation packages for consultants at all levels.

Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Key leadership
Christoph Schweizer (CEO)

Notable highlights

  • One of the Big Three strategy consulting firms
  • Pioneered the BCG growth-share matrix and experience curve
  • Strong focus on digital transformation and AI consulting
  • Highly selective recruiting from top MBA programs and universities
  • Known for collaborative team culture and extensive pro bono work

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