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Welcome to the Consulting and Business interest community!

Members of this community are interested in careers that involve working with people, solving complex problems and innovating.  Often these careers include fast-paced and profit-driven environments, opportunities for upward mobility and expectations of staff to exceed goals and perform at a high level.  Though a business degree (like from the excellent UW Foster School of Business) is quite useful, there are many ways to enter the business-world (even if you aren’t a business major).  People who pursue careers in Consulting and Business develop strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.

Examples of career pathways include (but are not limited to): finance, operations, people management, supply chain, human resources, business information technology, marketing, events, accounting, international business, investment banking and consulting. Consulting usually has a focus on specific business areas such as management, strategy, technology or marketing consulting.

What Is Business Operations & Strategy (Biz Ops)?

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What Companies Are in the Finance Field in 2023?

The finance and financial services industry includes well-known banks, like JPMorgan and Bank of America, alongside Big Four accounting firms, like EY and PwC. However, the finance industry is vast and goes well beyond banking and accounting. So, what companies …

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Job hunting mistakes 10 business leaders made when graduating

To debunk common misconceptions fresh graduates have about the job market, we’ve gathered ten insightful responses from professionals including founders and managers. From understanding that a major doesn’t dictate a career path to realizing a degree doesn’t guarantee job success, …

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Insider Tips for Marketing, Business, Sales, and Advertising Professionals

So you’ve nearly got your degree and you’re ready to make waves in the world of marketing, advertising, business or sales. You’re familiar with concepts like market segmentation and you can break down the pillars of supply chain management and …

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Product Manager vs. Project Manager: What’s the Difference?

While a product manager vs. project manager job may seem like the same career, there are actually several differences. While it’s true that one manages products and the other projects, there’s much more to it.

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Featured Classes

Supply Chain Basics For Everyone

Taught by Daniel Stanton
View Daniel’s LinkedIn Newsletter Supply chains have always been important. But as the the status quo continues to be challenged,…

Prepare Yourself for a Career in Sales

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In the world of sales, being self-confident and engaging with others are the keys to your success. In this course,…

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam Tips

Taught by Oliver Yarbrough
Learn key tips and insights to help you pass the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® exam on your first…

Introduction to Career Skills in Data Analytics

Taught by Robin Hunt
Are you ready to take the first step on your journey as a data analyst? Whatever your goals, you don’t…

Human Resources Essentials Certificate Program

Taught by UW Continuum College
From startups to corporate giants, the challenge of attracting, hiring and retaining great employees remains a constant. Skilled human resources…

Digital Accessibility for the Modern Workplace (with Audio Descriptions)

Taught by Hector Minto
The move towards a more digital workplace affects everyone, from newly remote employees to frontline workers. With technology being such…

Project Management Simplified

Taught by Chris Croft
View Chris’s LinkedIn Newsletter Almost everything you do in the workplace is a project, from the smallest task to the…

Construction Management: Managing Risk

Taught by Jim Rogers
Risk is an inherent part of construction and an integral part of the construction manager’s job. Over the course of…

Data Science & Analytics Career Paths & Certifications: First Steps

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The career opportunities in data science, big data, and data analytics are growing dramatically. If you’re interested in changing career…

Student Stories & Advice

Jenny Pohly

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  • Assistant Estimating Engineer Whitney Equipment Company
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Daffa Azizan

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  • Master of Accounting University of Southern California, Leventhal School of Accounting
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Queenie Liu

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  • Analyst Oliver Wyman
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Saurabh Patil

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  • Product Manager PayPal
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Aaron Thai

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  • Master of Science in Business Analytics University of Washington Tacoma
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Imari Versey

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  • Human Resources Partner Amazon
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Charlie K

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  • Actuarial Associate I The Standard
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Ian Guan

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  • Analyst, Healthcare Consulting Mercer
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Franco Carlos

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  • MS in Computational Finance & Risk Management University of Washington
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Bukhari Shakil

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  • Technology Consultant Ernst & Young
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Will Locatelli

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  • Advisory Associate, Digital Lighthouse Data Engineer and Developer KPMG US
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Raymond Fung

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  • Consulting Analyst Deloitte
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Career & Industry Guides

Vault Guide to Case Interviews, Ninth Edition

Case interviews are a crucial part of the hiring process in the consulting industry. Designed to test an applicant’s knowledge …

Vault Career Guide to Consulting, Third Edition

Consulting is a massive, international industry with global revenues of around $506 billion. It spans human resources, business advisory services, …

Vault Guide to Economics Jobs

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Career Guide to Hospitality, Third Edition
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Vault Guide to the Top 50 Management and Strategy Consulting Firms, 2023 Edition

The 2023 Vault Guide to the Top 50 Consulting Firms is the definitive guide to the best consulting firms to …