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Semester-long team projects
Tackle a complex business challenge across the semester. Conduct research, analyze data, and present strategic recommendations the way a real engagement team would.
Next meeting · Tue, Oct 6 · 5:00 PM · Farrell Hall A27
Wake Forest University · Winston-Salem, NC
Where Deacs learn to think like consultants.
The Deacon Consulting Club exposes Wake Forest students to the world of consulting through rigorous case preparation, real client work, and direct access to alumni at top firms. Open to every major and class year.
Winston-Salem 26/27 Pro Humanitate
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Active members
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Signature programs
100%
Student-run
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About the club
An accessible path into the consulting industry.
We expose students to the world of consulting and develop their abilities in the industry, working on case interview technique in group practice settings, connecting members with alumni and professionals for networking and recruiting, and living out Wake Forest’s motto of Pro Humanitate through pro-bono consulting in the Winston-Salem community.
“Creating an accessible environment to problem-solve and explore the consulting industry.”
Data analysis
Turning raw data into clear, actionable insight for clients.
Structured problem-solving
Breaking complex business challenges into workable frameworks.
Communication & storytelling
Presenting findings that move clients and stakeholders to act.
Client management
Building trusted relationships and managing expectations.
Top 25
Business school
Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC
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Our work
Real value for clients. Real experience for members.
For clients
Pro-bono consulting with Deacon rigor.
We bring the strategy, digital, and financial toolkit of top-tier consulting to Winston-Salem nonprofits and small businesses, organizations that wouldn’t otherwise have access to it, entirely pro bono.
- Pro-bono work for local nonprofits and small businesses
- Strategy, digital, and financial problem-solving
- Practical deliverables clients can act on
For members
From first case to first offer.
Members get in-depth education on the consulting industry and mindset, real-world consulting experience, rewarding social connections, and access to extensive professional networking opportunities.
- In-depth industry education and the consulting mindset
- Real engagements with real clients
- Alumni networking and recruiting support
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What we do
Six programs that build your consulting skill set.
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Pro-bono consulting
Gain real consulting experience by partnering with nonprofits, small businesses, and campus organizations, delivering strategic solutions in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.
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Information sessions & panels
Learn directly from consultants at MBB, Big 4, and boutique firms. Ask about a day in the life, company culture, and each firm’s unique recruiting process.
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Resume & cover letter workshops
Polish your consulting resume with OPCD staff and experienced upperclassmen. Highlight your experiences, stand out to firms, and get personalized feedback.
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Case interview preparation
Build confidence with up-to-date practice strategies. Participate in mock case interviews with fellow members in group practice settings.
Case library
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Case competition teams
Join a team and compete in case competitions on campus and beyond. Gain deep industry knowledge and introductions to professionals at top firms.
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Analyst Program
Develop. Experience. Stand out.
The DCC Analyst Program is the club’s selective tier of membership: hands-on client work, rigorous interview preparation, and direct access to practicing consultants. Analysts remain full members of the club.
Exclusive pro-bono engagements
Analysts are staffed on client teams doing real consulting work, closing with a final presentation to the client.
Comprehensive interview prep
Case and fit workshops, mock interviews, and personalized feedback from consultants and alumni.
In-person office treks
Go behind the scenes at top consulting firms. EY in Charlotte is first up this fall, with more to come.
Direct access to consultants
Analyst-only networking events and introductions to Wake alumni and firm contacts.
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Schedule
The arc of a semester.
General meetings run Tuesdays at 5:00 PM in Farrell Hall A27, building from networking and behavioral prep to live case practice, so a first-year with zero exposure can finish the semester interview-ready.
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Sept 8
DCC intro meeting
Meet the board and hear the plan for the year.
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Sept 15
Networking 101
Why networking matters in consulting and how to run a coffee chat, with a Wake alum consulting at Accenture.
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Sept 29
Behavioral interview prep
Strategic storytelling: connecting what you’ve done to what you’ll bring, with the Office of Leadership.
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Oct 6
Case interview walkthrough
An introduction to case interviews: how a case runs from the prompt to the final recommendation.
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Oct 20
Case workshop 1: Structures & frameworks
Building custom, MECE frameworks instead of memorized templates.
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Nov 3
Case workshop 2: Math & exhibits
Case math drills and pulling the “so what” out of charts and tables.
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Nov 17
Alumni panel
Wake alumni in consulting on recruiting, firm culture, and what they wish they’d known.
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Dec 1
Pro-bono final presentations
Our pro-bono teams present their recommendations to close out the semester.
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Executive board
The Deacs behind the club.
A student board dedicated to building the next generation of Wake Forest consultants.
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Join us
There’s a seat at the table for you.
Whether you’re a current student or a Wake Forest alum working in consulting, there’s a place for you in DCC.
For students
Ready to break into consulting?
We’re open to all Wake Forest students, regardless of major or class year. Drop in to any general meeting (Tuesdays at 5:00 PM in Farrell Hall A27), or reach out directly to get added to our GroupMe and stay in the loop on upcoming events.
Email us to joinFor alumni
Give back to the next generation.
We’re always looking for Wake Forest alumni in consulting to speak at events, lead case interview sessions, or mentor our members. Your experience makes a lasting difference.
Get in touch