Boston Consulting Group Representatives Share Consulting Insights with De Montfort University Kazakhstan Students

Almaty, Kazakhstan – October 30, 2024 – De Montfort University Kazakhstan welcomed a distinguished team from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) for a guest lecture, where students gained invaluable insights into the consulting industry and the professional pathways that BCG offers to aspiring consultants.

The session featured prominent BCG representatives including Bahruz Babayev, Recruiting and Employer Branding Manager for Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan; Tavat Mejidova, Talent Acquisition and Experienced Hires Coordinating Recruiter for the Caspian Region; Nargiz Adigezalova, Employer Branding & Campus Senior Recruiting Specialist; and Diana Ismagulova, Recruiting and Employer Branding Expert for Kazakhstan. Together, they introduced students to BCG’s distinctive approach to addressing complex challenges in various sectors and offered a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into life at one of the world’s top consulting firms.

Students were highly engaged throughout the session, asking in-depth questions that covered a wide range of topics, from BCG’s recruitment process to the skills and personal qualities that the firm values most in new hires. This dynamic discussion provided DMUK students with a unique chance to understand BCG’s values, the skills critical to the consulting field, and the type of candidates BCG looks to attract.

A standout moment of the event was the resume guidance session led by the BCG representatives, where they offered practical advice on optimizing resumes to make a strong impression on recruiters. The team shared tips on how to emphasize relevant experience and demonstrate problem-solving skills, enabling students to enhance their applications and better prepare for competitive roles in consulting.

This session was a valuable opportunity for our students to gain firsthand knowledge from industry leaders, and we look forward to continued collaboration with BCG in the future.

DMUK remains dedicated to providing students with opportunities to learn from and connect with global professionals, supporting their academic and career journeys.