Common Blunders in MBA Placement Prep & How to Avoid Them
- Career Simplified
- Sep 14
- 1 min read
Every year, many MBA students—especially in Tier 1 campuses—fall into the same traps during placement prep. Here are some insights to help you stand out:
Common Blunders:
Believing case studies are the only focus of prep.
Assuming all consulting firms have case rounds (not true).
Forgetting that many recruiters hire beyond consulting experience.
What Consultants Really Look For
Determination & stamina to handle long hours.
A problem-solving mindset with multiple solution angles.
Being a self-starter, not someone who needs constant pushing.
Beyond Consulting — Explore More!
Don’t get locked into consulting.
High-paying roles exist in:
Sales Consulting
Product Management/Program Management
General Management
Finance & Banking
Automotive & Healthcare
📄 Resume Strategies That Work
Build a robust, well-structured resume tailored to each role.
Own every line → Be ready to dive into challenges, methods, and outcomes.
Prepare for layered questions: If you mention revenue growth, explain how and what hurdles you overcame.
Customize for the role: A sales resume ≠ consulting resume ≠ GM resume.
Have different resumes for different roles. Tailoring = higher shortlist chances. No tailoring doesn't have to be all lies. it must be artistically done without tampering your actual work ex. Basically repackaging.
MBA placements aren’t only about cracking cases. They’re about strategy, clarity, and aligning your story with the role you want.
👉 If you need resume or placement strategy support, don’t hesitate to seek expert help. (Career Simplify is a great place to start!)
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