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Episode 359: Your Post-MBA Consulting Career – Expert Advice from Bain & Co.’s Recruiting VP

Published: June 18, 2024 by Lauren Wakal
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Episode 359: Your Post-MBA Consulting Career - Expert Advice from Bain & Co.'s Recruiting VP
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Lauren Wakal
Lauren Wakal has been covering the MBA admissions space for more than a decade, from in-depth business school profiles to weekly breaking news and more.
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