The median base salary for Wharton MBAs in consulting is still impressive, but the placement numbers tell a more complex story.

We’re breaking down the latest data, which reveals a marginal decline from recent peaks and a shift in the types of roles graduates are securing.

Learn what’s impacting the consulting market, particularly in North America, and how U.S. deal activity is influencing demand.

We'll also discuss how this affects salary expectations and career planning.

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In this episode of Winning MBA Admissions Tips Podcast, Atul Jose - Founding Consultant and Editor of F1GMAT, covers the reasons for Wharton MBA's $200,000 median base salary and the factors keeping the IB base salary at $175,000

From deal-value-led recoveries to rising pressure from LPs, Atul breaks down:

1) What's driving demand for execution-heavy banking teams?

2) How is the PE recruitment changing

3) What do Wharton numbers say about base salaries in Investment Banking?

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In this episode of Winning MBA Admissions Tips Podcast, Atul Jose, Founding Consultant and Editor of F1GMAT, covers the reasons for MIT Sloan MBA's recovery in Finance after a 2-year downtrend.

Included in the episode:

1. Hedge Fund Focus: Investment Management & Hedge Funds are seeing renewed interest, spurred by technology and a shift in asset classes.
2. Investment Banking's Measured Return: Following a challenging period, Investment Banking is cautiously reopening hiring pipelines.
3. Private Equity's Competitive Edge: Despite slower hiring, MIT Sloan MBAs in Private Equity command impressive compensation.
4. Venture Capital's Limited Opportunities: Venture Capital hiring remains constrained, reflecting broader trends in the startup world

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