Promotion in the company is completely merit based. We have an up or out culture, so advancement depends on going above and beyond on a project, not just on doing whats expected. If you ever mess up on a project, you are given the opportunity to rectify your mistake. The people who don't stress out about a promotion are the ones who end up moving up the fastest within the company.

This is an up or out company. There are amazing opportunities for advancement, but you must be aggressive. We are pushed hard to personally and professionally develop ourselves and make ourselves qualified to be promoted. You will never feel stuck in this company.

There are no politics here at BCG. You get promoted based on merit. If you do well on your projects, then you will get promoted accordingly. Feedback after every project is very encouraging and gives you detailed action items that you can do on your next project. If you deserve it, you will grow fast within the company.

Promotion and advancement within the company is based on performance. Everyone in the company has the freedom to start additional internal projects, publish works from their own intellectual property, and take on responsibilities that add on to their practice. Everyone is pushed and encouraged to do more than just "work" at BCG.