Imperial News

PhD or post-doctoral researcher? Interested in consulting?

by Miss Michelle Swallow

A one-day annual event being held at Imperial College London on Friday 18 September 2015.

Targeted at doctoral and post-doctoral researchers interested in pursuing a career in consulting, the PtC conference provides a platform for discussion and networking for PhD researchers and professionals from top consulting firms.
 
The conference will focus on topics such as:
  • Exploring how receptive the UK consulting industry is to PhD students/graduates
  • Determining the scope for PhD recruits in consulting
  • Defining the consulting industry expectations of PhD students/graduates
  • Outlining the skills that PhD recruit should have for a career in consulting and how they may apply
  • Establishing any sector/industry specific demands for PhD students/graduates
  • Analysing typical recruitment and assessment procedures, including case interviews and competencies
If you are a PhD student and interested in participating in the conference, visit their website for details. 
 
The conference packs an exciting programme with speakers and representatives from leading global consulting firms such as Deloitte, EY, Strategy& and many more to be announced very soon! There will also be networking opportunities over lunch and evening drinks.
 
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and connect with senior professionals from the consulting industry and learn more about the key skills required to transition from science to a career in consulting.

 

(Ascanio Digiacomo - PhD, Chemistry, Imperial College London)