The role of a business consultant
Think of a company you would like to work for or a company in an industry that interests you. You may select a publicly traded company, a small business, a non-profit, or a local or federal government entity (Note: You may not select: Amazon, Google, Apple, Netflix, Target, Walmart, Disney or Microsoft). If you choose a local/small business, much of the data you need to gather will come from interviews either in person, by email, or over the phone.
Introduce yourself to your classmates and share some of the knowledge and skills from your business program journey that you could leverage in your role as a business consultant. (Note: Think about the S-Curve for businesses and the importance of innovation and adaptation to change.)
Identify the company you have selected. When were they founded?
What is the mission and vision of the company? What do they do, and who do they serve? What industry does the company serve? (Be concise)
Why did you choose this company?
Provide a substantive response to one or more of your classmates. You are encouraged to ask questions to help each other in refining this part of your assignment.
Sample Solution
Company: Tesla, Inc.
Founded: 2003
Mission: "To accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy."
Vision: "To create the most compelling car company of the 21st century by driving the world's transition to electric vehicles."
Industry: Electric vehicles, clean energy, renewable energy
Why I chose this company: I am passionate about sustainability and innovation, and Tesla is a company that is at the forefront of both. I am also excited about the potential of electric vehicles to revolutionize the transportation industry.
How my business education can help me as a consultant at Tesla:
- I have learned how to analyze business data and identify trends. This skill would be essential for helping Tesla make informed decisions about its products, markets, and operations.
- I have also learned how to develop and implement business strategies. This skill would be helpful for helping Tesla achieve its mission and vision.
- Additionally, I have learned how to manage teams and projects effectively. This skill would be important for leading and coordinating consulting teams at Tesla.