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    "A pretty good inside in the work at BCG and very interesting to see, how a BCG Consultant would complete the tasks."-- Student from Universität Hamburg
    "It was a wonderful exercise which provided a snapshot of the work that one can expect to undertake in assignments at BCG. For Social Impact Consulting, such programs are highly desired as they are very informative and give candidates a brilliant opportunity of getting familiar with the work and learning new skills."-- Student from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University
    "What I found most compelling about this virtual experience was the unique opportunity to delve into the real-world challenges of building an inclusive supply chain. It wasn't just a theoretical exercise; it was about making a tangible impact on a business and its stakeholders. I was able to immerse myself in the perspectives of both MWBE owners and..."-- Student from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies
    "Though familiar with the general themes of this assignment, I was forced to do a lot of research to provide up-to-date information. I enjoyed how both tasks demonstrated two of the most important stages of a project."-- Student from Leiden University
    "A pretty good inside in the work at BCG and very interesting to see, how a BCG Consultant would complete the tasks."-- Student from Universität Hamburg
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    Social Impact
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    Tasks in this program

    Task One: Project planning
    1-2 hours
    Prepare a project plan to help RetailCo increase supplier diversity
    What you'll learn
    • Meet your client RetailCo, a large, global retailer who want to increase the diversity of their supplier base
    • How consultants in BCG's Social Impact team help clients to develop inclusive supply chains.
    What you'll do
    • Review the original project proposal to get the context
    • Put together a project plan on how RetailCo can improve supply chain diversity 

    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at BCG. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced3-4 hoursNo gradesNo assessments

    Welcome to BCG’s job simulation! We’re so excited to have you here with us!

    So what exactly is a job simulation? It is the perfect opportunity to take on practical tasks similar to those our very own BCGers would work on and get a true feel of what it is like to work at BCG as a strategy consultant, technology consultant, and designer, which will give you a deeper understanding of what BCG does and help set you up for success when you decide to apply with us.

    BCG partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark impactful change through leading-edge management consulting as well as data science, technology and design, digital ventures, and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization to deliver results that help our clients thrive.

    In this job simulation, you will gain enviable insight into what it’s like to solve meaningful social impact challenges. What’s great about our job simulation is its flexibility. You’ll get to choose the module or modules that you would like to take and complete the tasks anywhere and anytime in the world, allowing you to upskill yourself in your own time and at your own pace.

    After finishing each module, you’ll be provided with real work sample answers from our leaders, and you can see how top-tier consultants and designers would have tackled each task so that you can learn from their approach.

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Planning
    Organizational Skills
    Critical Thinking
    Summarization
    Presentation Development

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at BCG. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to BCG. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to BCG. Show us you're a motivated candidate.
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    Social Impact

    Use data to advise a global retailer on how to increase the diversity of their supplier base as part of BCG's Social Impact team

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