Episode Description
If you're a non-MBA advanced degree (PhD, MD, JD, PharmD, etc.), this is your roadmap into consulting.
Bridge Programs are one of the fastest – and most misunderstood – paths into firms like McKinsey, BCG, Bain, L.E.K., ClearView, Oliver Wyman, and more. With 2026 deadlines upon us, timing matters.
In this episode, we break down exactly how advanced degree candidates can win.
You’ll walk away with:
- A clear understanding of how bridge programs work – and how they fast-track you to interviews and offers
- A step-by-step game plan to position your academic background for consulting
- The confidence to navigate resumes, networking, digital assessments, and case interviews
- A concrete action plan you can start executing today
These programs are competitive and high-signal. If you’re serious about breaking into consulting this year, this is where you start.
Resources:
- Bridge Program Details: See 2026 eligibility and key deadlines by firm
- Consult with Katie: Explore whether a Management Consulted program is the right fit for you (15-min call)
- Black Belt: Structured coaching to win your consulting offer
- Book with Ish: Get personalized bridge strategy and case prep guidance
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