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This is Part 2 of our exclusive conversation with Pratik Ranjan, Principal at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and one of India’s most impactful mentors for MBA aspirants.

In this video, Pratik talks about what really matters in your MBA CV, how consulting firms like BCG evaluate candidates, and the skills you should start building now if you're targeting top consulting, marketing, or product roles.

🎓 ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Pratik Ranjan is a Principal at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) with over 6 years of experience in strategy consulting. An IIM Lucknow alumnus, Pratik has mentored 40,000+ MBA aspirants, won 35+ national case competitions, and guided countless careers toward success. From small-town Jamshedpur to global boardrooms in London, his journey breaks every stereotype around consulting careers.

What You'll Learn in This Video:
➡️What BCG really looks for in an MBA CV
➡️How to build a strong CV Spike (even from Tier-2/IT)
➡️EQ vs IQ – what actually matters in consulting
➡️How to tailor your CV for consulting, marketing, or product roles
➡️Common CV red flags that get you rejected
➡️Role of case competitions, internships, and profile clarity
➡️Why many MBAs regret their first job — and how to avoid it
➡️Different prep paths for consulting vs marketing vs product

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In Part 1, Pratik shares his personal journey, cracking IIM Lucknow, early consulting mistakes, and how he built his career from scratch.

If you're confused about how to position your story, worried about getting shortlisted, or just unsure what makes you stand out, this video is your practical, no-fluff guide.

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Timestamps-

0:00 - Introduction to Recruiting Insights
1:01 - Green Flags and Red Flags in Hiring
1:29 - Understanding CVs for Consulting
2:00 - Evolution of Hiring: IQ, SQ, and EQ
3:47 - Defining EQ and Spikes on a CV
5:14 - Avoiding Generic "John Doe" CVs
6:54 - Tailoring CVs for Different Domains
7:54 - Transferable Skills and Impact on CVs
9:01 - Summers vs. Finals Placements
10:04 - Certifications: Do They Help?
11:30 - Addressing Career Breaks and Tier-2 Institutes
13:22 - Creating a Master CV for EQ Themes
15:08 - Transitioning to Consulting from Other Domains
16:20 - Preparing for Marketing Interviews
17:19 - Overcoming FOMO in B-School
18:47 - Q&A Session
24:24 - Transitioning from IT to Strategy Consulting
25:04 - Preparing for Marketing Roles from an Engineering Background
27:01 - Deep Dive into Marketing Interview Prep
33:01 - Ad Analysis for Marketing
35:04 - Handling B-School Anxiety and FOMO
37:19 - Final Actionable Insights and Closing