Consulting

Consulting offers MBA students the opportunity to solve complex problems, work across industries, and make an immediate impact.

At Rice Business, students build the analytical skills, business acumen, and leadership experience that top consulting firms seek. Whether you’re aiming for strategy, operations, or specialized advisory work, our community, curriculum, and career resources help you navigate the path and stand out in the recruiting process. As you launch your post-MBA consulting career, you’ll be equipped to think strategically and approach complex business challenges with creativity and confidence.

Overview
Consulting 101
Hiring Companies
Sample Functional Roles

Your step-by-step guide to navigating the consulting recruiting process, from exploration to offer, with the support and resources of the Rice Business community.

View the Consulting Recruiting Roadmap

Rice Business Consulting Association
Consulting is a fast-paced, high-impact career path that lets MBA students tackle big challenges and drive change across industries.

At Rice Business, you’ll sharpen your problem-solving skills, deepen your strategic thinking, and gain the leadership experience top firms look for. Whether you’re focused on strategy, operations, or niche advisory roles, you’ll have access to the guidance, training, and support to move forward with confidence.

Curious about consulting careers? Whether you’re exploring the path or preparing to recruit, Consulting 101 is a great place to start. Or, check out this video from one of our recent alumni career panels to hear from Rice Business alum working in Consulting.
Our alumni network continues to open doors.

The strong presence of Rice Business graduates across top consulting firms helps power career paths for new talent every year.

Recent hiring organizations include:

Accenture, AlixPartners, Alvarez & Marsal, Arthur D. Little, AT Kearney, Boston Consulting Group, Deloitte Consulting, Ernst & Young, Exponent, EY-Parthenon, FTI Consulting, Gartner, GEP Consulting, Infosys Consulting, Kalypso, KPMG, L.E.K. Consulting, McKinsey & Company, North Highland Consulting, Opportune, PwC, Rand Group, Roland Berger, Strategy&, West Monroe Partners, Wood Mackenzie

Employment with a specific company is not guaranteed.
Our students land a wide range of consulting roles, from internships to post-MBA positions.

Here are just a few examples:

Associate Consultant, Consultant, M&A Strategy & Operations Consultant, Deal Strategy Senior Associate, Manager, Senior Associate, Senior Business Consultant, Senior Consultant, Financial Advisory Senior Consultant, Restructuring – Corporate Finance

Employment within a specific job function or title is not guaranteed.

RocketBlocks

Provided by the Career Development Office, RocketBlocks helps students exploring careers in consulting and technology. This platform offers targeted, skills-based training for case interviews and product management interviews—built by experts from McKinsey, BCG, Google, and Amazon.

Explore RocketBlocks and sign up to get started.

WayFinder: Consulting Prep Series

Curious about what it’s really like to work in consulting?
WayFinder, a CDO-sponsored video series, is designed to help you explore the field, build foundational knowledge, and understand the consulting recruiting process.

Watch the series and learn more.

Consulting Resources

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Helpful Reminders Throughout Your Job Search

Published on April 15, 2026

As you evaluate opportunities, a consistent, thoughtful approach can help you assess fit, reduce risk, and move forward with confidence. Use the following as a practical guide throughout your search.

1. Ask Thoughtful, Evaluative Questions
Strong opportunities tend to hold …

By Gloria Ratliff

Evaluating Opportunities at Early-Stage Startups

Published on April 15, 2026

Not all early-stage companies have a large digital footprint. Many operate in emerging or pre-seed environments, where information may be limited but opportunities can be meaningful. These roles can offer strong learning and impact, particularly for MBAs, but they benefit …

By Shelley Richard

Red Flags to Watch for in Job Opportunities

Published on April 15, 2026

Not every opportunity will be the right fit, and some may require a closer look before moving forward. As you navigate your search, it can be helpful to recognize a few common signals that an opportunity may not meet typical …

By Tiffany Stott

6 Hard Truths: What a Rice Alum Wants You to Know About Networking in a Competitive Market

Published on January 26, 2026

One of the hardest truths about recruiting is this: you are rarely told why something did not work. You might’ve experienced these:

No response after a coffee chat.
No feedback after an interview.
No explanation for why you did not …

By Tiffany Stott

Spring Recruiting at Rice Business: Opportunities to Connect with MBA Talent

Published on January 6, 2026

As we move into a new year, spring recruiting at Rice Business brings fresh opportunities to connect with analytically strong, business-ready MBA talent. Whether you are filling immediate hiring needs, building a long-term recruiting strategy, or exploring new ways to …

By Tyler L. Hough