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Boston Consulting Group

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Boston Consulting Group reviews

4.2

84% would recommend to a friend

(9,655 total reviews)
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Christoph Schweizer

87% approve of CEO

76% positive business outlook

Boston Consulting Group has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 9,655 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Boston Consulting Group employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Management & Beratung industry (3.7 stars).

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5.0
Oct 9, 2025
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Pros

Working at BCG has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my professional life. The work I do in the energy space is especially impactful - our projects directly contributes to more equitable, sustainable outcomes across society. What makes this even more enjoyable is the caliber of people I work with. I’m surrounded by some of the brightest, most well-rounded individuals I’ve ever met. There’s also a steep but fulfilling growth curve: each day brings new challenges, and looking back, I’m struck by how much I’ve learned and evolved in a short time. And of course it doesn't hurt that compensation is very competitive, with a great growth trajectory over the years.

Cons

The job can be intense at times. Maintaining work-life balance requires active management, and travel, while often exciting, can also wear you down over time.

5.0
Oct 9, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Unparalleled Growth Environment: BCG isn’t just a job—it’s an MBA, PhD, and leadership bootcamp rolled into one. Every project stretches you Supportive, Collegial Culture: Despite the intensity, the people are what make it worth it—brilliant minds, zero arrogance (with the occasional exception). Collaboration is real Top-Tier Compensation: Pay, benefits, and perks are among the best in the industry—and they match the expectations. Endless Opportunity: Whether it’s global mobility, industry pivots, or client exposure, BCG opens more doors, faster, than nearly any other firm. Fast-Paced, High-Impact Work: You're in the room where decisions happen—with the chance to drive real, strategic change at iconic organizations.

Cons

Performance Pressure is Real: The bar is high and always rising. If you're not growing, you're falling behind. Ambiguity is the Norm: Clients don't come with playbooks. You need to thrive in the grey and find structure in chaos.

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Boston Consulting Group Response
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We appreciate your review! We love to hear that you've had a positive BCG experience marked by career growth, supportive culture, and impactful work. Consulting is a fast-paced, high-impact career where the bar is often set high, as you mentioned. But at BCG, we work to give our people the support and empowerment they need to reach and exceed the high standard that comes with working as a top consulting firm. Through formal an informal career development, and best-in-class benefits, we set BCGers up for success.
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