Top Consulting Firms Visiting IIM Lucknow: Insights and Hiring Trends
Top Consulting Firms Visiting IIM Lucknow: Insights and Hiring Trends
Introduction
IIM Lucknow, a premier management institute in India, consistently attracts a variety of top consulting firms during its placement season. This article provides insights into the top consulting firms that frequently recruit from IIM Lucknow and the hiring trends in the consulting domain.
Top Consulting Firms at IIM Lucknow
Several major consulting firms have a strong presence at IIM Lucknow, making it a hub for promising candidates. Notable firms include:
McKinsey Company Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Bain Company Deloitte Accenture Strategy KPMG PwC Advisory EY (Ernst Young)These firms often seek talented graduates from IIM Lucknow to join their teams. The number of hires can vary each year based on recruitment trends, the size of the graduating cohort, and the specific needs of the firms. Generally, top consulting firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Bain typically hire between 10 to 30 associates each year, while firms like Deloitte and Accenture may hire larger numbers.
Current Year's Placement Report
According to the latest placement report from IIM Lucknow, the total number of consulting offers received this year is 204. The top consulting firms and their respective hiring numbers are as follows:
McKinsey Company: 18 Boston Consulting Group (BCG): 24 Bain Company: 13 At Kearney: 10 Accenture Strategy: 30 Deloitte: 22 PwC: 22 EY: 15A large number of these firms also visit the campus for recruitment. Here is a list of some of the top consulting companies that recruit from IIM Lucknow:
Mckinsey Company The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Bain Company Accenture Strategy At Kearney Deloitte USI/Deloitte India Alvarez Marsal Auctus Advisors MasterCard Advisors Arete Advisors Everest Group EY (PwC, KPMG, etc.)These firms recruit in substantial numbers from IIM Lucknow, making it a competitive and highly sought-after destination for students.
Historical Hiring Trends
Over the years, the number of hires in the consulting domain from IIM Lucknow has been consistently high. A significant portion of each batch, approximately one-third of my batch (2017-19), got placed in the consulting domain. This is a testament to the institute's strong network and the reputation of IIM Lucknow among top consulting firms.
Conclusion
IIM Lucknow remains a preferred destination for top consulting firms. The institute's strong alumni network, robust placement process, and the quality of its students continue to attract firms like McKinsey, BCG, Bain, and Deloitte. Students from IIM Lucknow have several opportunities to join these prestigious firms and kickstart their careers in the consulting domain.