Hi, I am applying to Fuqua and interested in pursuing Consulting after graduation. I was wondering which consulting firms recruit in Fuqua and what does it take to get a position in a leading firm.

I would also add that interview slots for top firms are primarily "closed list" - meaning that you will have limited opportunity to land an interview through a bid process should you not make this closed list.  Getting on a closed list is a function of grades (both MBA and undergrad), GMAT score (particularly quant), previous experience, and networking.  Distinguish yourself in these areas and knock your interview out of the park and you should have little problem landing a top job.

Huong,

Consulting firms look at some asthetic factors to shortlist candidates- key being strong grades, GMAT score and past experience.  If you have any one factors as exceptional,  weak performance in others can be overridden. That said, it is generally better to have a balanced portfolio of these factors. I will urge you to evaluate yourself as a candidate being pitched to a consulting firm and work on your strengths / weaknesses accordingly. You can't control what has alredy happened but can definitely work towards the future.

Hope this helps.

-Rajat