Kearney’s commitment
At Kearney, we seek to encourage and inspire exceptional Black students, and we have committed to increasing the representation of Black employees across our firm. We believe meaningful change requires action, accountability, and sustained investment.
Through our people, resources, and platform, we aim to create opportunities that build capability, confidence, and access to the consulting profession.
The Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program is sponsored by Black@Kearney, a network of Black employees and allies working to create lasting change for Black communities within Kearney and beyond.
Event details
The Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program is a two day, in-person consulting experience held at Kearney’s London office.
Over the course of two days, participants will:
- Work in teams to solve a consulting case study
- Learn how consultants approach problem-solving, structuring, and communication
- Receive coaching and feedback from Kearney consultants
- Gain insight into the consulting industry and life at Kearney
The case experience is designed to be developmental and immersive, providing participants with hands-on exposure to consulting rather than a single-day assessment.
Following the two-day experience, a number of participants will be invited to continue their journey through the Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program.
What is the Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program?
The Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program is a year-long development experience designed to equip participants with the skills, confidence, and support needed to pursue a career in consulting.
As part of the Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program, selected participants will receive:
- One-to-one mentoring support from a Kearney consultant
- Access to the Kearney network, with opportunities to connect with employees across the firm
- Coaching on the job application process, including CV development and competency interview preparation
- Case interview preparation support to help candidates prepare for consulting recruitment
- A financial stipend of £2,000 for the 2026–2027 academic year to support university life
Pro bono consulting project
As part of the Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program, selected participants will have the opportunity to take part in a pro bono consulting project under the mentorship of Kearney consultants.
About the project
- Duration: 6–10 weeks
- Client: NGO or small Black-owned business
- Impact: Deepen participants’ understanding of consulting work in practice and provide meaningful solution to the client’s business problem.
If selected as part of the Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program, participants will be expected to:
- Act as an informal ambassador for Kearney at their university, upholding the firm’s values
- Support the organization of outreach or engagement events at their university, as required
- Assist with the promotion of the Black@Kearney Emerging Consultants Program