Question 1

Do I need a business background to apply?

Accepted Answer

No. BC looks for analytical thinking, commitment, and communication skills rather than prior business experience or marketing jargon. Members come from all academic disciplines, including engineering, sciences, and the humanities.

Question 2

What does the application ask for?

Accepted Answer

The first part of the application asks for an unofficial transcript from CalCentral and a resume. The transcript is reviewed for academic interests rather than GPA, and the resume shows how you spend time outside school. A resume template is provided on the FAQ page for first-timers.

Question 3

What kind of work do BC consultants actually do on projects?

Accepted Answer

Projects span data analysis, market research, policy analysis, product development, and business planning. Past examples include analyzing a terabyte of DraftKings customer data with logistic regression, developing an international expansion plan for YouTube and Quora, and building a business intelligence tool for Aston Martin.

Question 4

What do BC alumni go on to do?

Accepted Answer

Alumni have joined firms like McKinsey, Goldman Sachs, Bain, BCG, Google, and Apple, attended graduate programs at Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, Columbia Law, and Wharton, and have also served in the Peace Corps and the White House. Four BC members have appeared on Forbes 30 Under 30 in the last five years.

Question 5

What majors are represented among BC members?

Accepted Answer

The current team includes members majoring in EECS, Mathematics, Statistics, Molecular and Cell Biology, and Business Administration, among others. BC actively seeks diverse academic backgrounds.

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