Overview
Experience consulting firsthand during our Business Course: Restore Nature with Marker Wadden, from the evening of Wednesday, October 1st, to Friday, October 3rd, both in Amsterdam and on-site at Marker Wadden.
The Business Course will introduce you to strategy consulting, our company, and how we advise our clients to achieve long-term impact. Throughout the three-day course, you will experience all aspects of life as a strategy consultant, working on a challenging case with a diverse team and receiving workshops and training from our industry experts. You will engage with multiple Oliver Wyman colleagues, from consultants to partners, who will guide you through the experience and provide you with feedback to improve your development.
This is your chance to develop your skills, gain valuable insights, and take a significant step towards the start of your consulting career.
The case:
Apply your strategic thinking to a sustainability project, working on an Oliver Wyman case focused on expanding the natural area in the Marker Meer. After visiting the site, you will assess the economic value of nature, solve a unique business case, and collaborate with real clients to create a natural haven for several species of fish, birds, as well as for human recreation.
Criteria:
Master’s and final year bachelor’s students, studying in the Netherlands.
Deadline:
To apply for the Business Course by September 14, 2025.
Program
Day 1 - October 1
- 17:00: Arrival and welcome at OW
- 17:35: Company presentation
- 19:00: Dinner
- 21:30: Hotel check-in
Day 2 - October 2
- 08:00: Bus travel to the Marker Wadden
- 11:00: Tour of the Marker Wadden
- 12:30: Introduction to the case and case solving
- 19:15: Dinner and drinks in Amsterdam
Day 3 – October 3
- 09:00: Workshops and case solving
- 14:30: Presentations and case results
- 16:00: Q&A with Oliver Wyman
- 17:00: Happy hour drinks
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Why join?
Step into the life of strategy consultant: Gain insights into the world of strategy consulting and its impact on businesses.
Prepare for a consulting career: Get practical tips to kick-start your consulting career.
Experience our dynamic office culture: Visit our modern Amsterdam office and interact with our colleagues.
Learn from experienced consultants: Gain new perspectives on navigating a successful consulting career.
Develop relevant skills: Personal branding and case-solving skills are essential for strategy consultants.
Collaborate with like-minded individuals: Get to know other students interested in pursuing a career in strategy consulting.
Contact us
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About Oliver Wyman
Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in over 70 cities across 30 countries, we combine deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organizational transformation. Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide partners with clients to optimize their businesses, enhance operations and risk profiles, and accelerate organizational performance to capture the most attractive opportunities.
Our Amsterdam office, established in 2013, has grown to over 100 consultants and support staff and continues to expand. Known for delivering high-quality work and offering attractive career opportunities, our office fosters an international environment with an exciting start-up vibe. Each team member contributes uniquely to the company’s development and growth. We recruit for internships and entry-level positions throughout the year.