Mustaqbalak ‘Your Future’: MBA Path to Consulting
Description & Requirements
Join Bain Middle East for MBA Path to Consulting and position yourself for success before you start business school. This 4-day program in Riyadh will immerse you in our culture, equip you with essential skills for business school, and provide you with a firsthand look into the world of Bain consulting.
Embark on ‘Your Future’
Designed to shape ‘your future’ ('Mustaqbalak' in Arabic), MBA Path to Consulting provides early access to peers, consultants, and mentors from all three Bain Middle East offices. You will attend training sessions on the Bain toolkit, learn case-solving strategies, and participate in a real-world case study simulation to gain insight into the consultant role.
Chart your course to consulting success
Connect with a network of pre-MBA peers who share your aspirations.
Get a head start on applying for our Summer Associate internship or full-time Consultant position.
Establish valuable connections throughout the organization to nurture during your business school journey.
How to apply for this program
MBA Path to Consulting seeks to empower GCC nationals, underrepresented in the consulting profession, to gain early exposure to Bain Middle East. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who have been accepted into a full-time MBA program for the upcoming fall.
Apply now
Applications for the 2025 Mustaqbalak MBA Path to Consulting program are now open and will close on April 25th, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST. The program will be held in-person in Riyadh from May 26th to May 29th.
Application format
When applying, you will need to submit your resume, MBA acceptance letter, and test scores (e.g., GMAT if applicable, but not required). Following application completion, you can expect to hear back shortly thereafter.
Interview format
If you are selected, you will take part in a 60-minute interview. This interview will include a case study where you will work through a business problem similar to those we help our clients tackle. Remember, there are no right or wrong answers - the questions are designed to highlight your strengths and assess your potential success in a consulting role. Additionally, there will be time for us to ask about your background and interests.
Frequently asked questions
- Which office hosts the MBA Path to Consulting program?
- Do I need to know which business school I will attend to apply?
- How should I select a Bain office location when applying?
- When will I receive feedback on my application? Are applications rolling?
- If I applied but was not selected for MBA Path to Consulting, can I still apply for the full-time Consultant role?
- Can I apply to other pre-MBA programs?
- If I successfully complete the program, what happens next?
- How can I stay informed and learn more about Bain Middle East?
