Georgia State University · Est. Atlanta, GA

Where Strategists
Are Made

The Consulting Club at GSU develops the next generation of business strategists and consultants — open to every major, built for anyone serious about the craft.

Open to All.
Built for the Bold.

We're not a business school club — we're a university-wide community. Whether you're a STEM major, a humanities student, or anywhere in between, if you think critically and want to solve hard problems, you belong here.

Our mission is to help GSU students discover the many fields of consulting, build real skills through hands-on practice, and forge the relationships needed to launch a career at the world's top firms.

Consulting is the practice of helping organizations solve their most complex problems — from growth strategy and operational efficiency to digital transformation and organizational design. Consultants are brought in as expert advisors, working across industries to diagnose challenges, develop solutions, and drive implementation. It's one of the most intellectually demanding and well-compensated careers in business, with alumni placing at firms like McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, and beyond.

380+
Members Across All Majors
30+
Events This Year
12%
Membership Growth
Our Philosophy

"The best innovators and strategists at Georgia State University — open to every major, powered by every perspective."

Bain & Company
EY
Mercer
Deloitte
EY-Parthenon
KPMG
Delta Air Lines
J.P. Morgan
Georgia Power
ICF
Bain & Company
EY
Mercer
Deloitte
EY-Parthenon
KPMG
Delta Air Lines
J.P. Morgan
Georgia Power
ICF

Programs &
Offerings

Every program is designed to close the gap between classroom theory and real consulting practice.

Case Workshops

Hands-on sessions where members work through real business cases with structured frameworks, group problem-solving, and expert feedback — the closest thing to a real interview.

Industry Panels

Conversations with professionals across strategy consulting, corporate strategy, and adjacent fields — candid, practical, and focused on what actually matters for your career.

Recruiting Events

Firm-specific info sessions, coffee chats, and networking events to help you build relationships that matter before application season opens.

Professional Development

Resume reviews, behavioral prep, and skill-building sessions designed to make you competitive — whether you're targeting MBB, Big 4, or boutique strategy firms.

What's Next

All Events on LinkedIn →
Apr
14

Spring Case Workshop Series — Session 3

Kell Hall · 6:00 PM · Profitability frameworks & market sizing

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Workshop
Apr
22

Consulting Careers Panel

Student Center East · 5:30 PM · Featuring alumni from Deloitte, EY-Parthenon & more

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Panel
May
02

End-of-Year Networking Reception

Location TBD · 7:00 PM · Celebrate the year with members, alumni & partners

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Social
TBD
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Fall Recruiting Kickoff 2025

More details coming soon — follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated

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Recruiting

Led by Students,
For Students

Our executive board drives everything — from programming to partnerships to member experience. Headshots and full bios coming soon.

D
Daniel Barnes
President & Founder
Major Finance
Class of May 2027
Sector Interests Consumer, Healthcare, Financial Services
Email dbarnes44@student.gsu.edu
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Frank Mosley
Vice President
Major Business Economics
Class of December 2027
Sector Interests Energy, Utilities
Email fmosley1@student.gsu.edu
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Lidiya Aklilu
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Major Business Economics
Class of May 2027
Sector Interests Real Estate
Email laklilu1@student.gsu.edu
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Giselle Aguilar-Reyes
Director of Marketing
Major Management (Supply Chain & Operations, Management Consulting)
Class of December 2026
Sector Interests [Sectors]
Email gaguilarreyes1@student.gsu.edu
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Jaybe Penny
Director of Engagement
Major Computer Information Systems
Class of May 2027
Sector Interests Technology
Email jpenny3@student.gsu.edu
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Rahul Chilikuri
Director of Operations
Major Computer Information Systems & Business Economics
Class of May 2028
Sector Interests Technology
Email rchilikuri1@student.gsu.edu
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Gavin Truong
Director of Finance
Major Finance & Accounting
Class of May 2027
Sector Interests Financial Services
Email gtruong5@student.gsu.edu
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Monique McFarland
Co-Director of Marketing
Major Neuroscience
Class of May 2027
Sector Interests Technology
Email mmcfarland7@student.gsu.edu

Centennial
Consulting Group

Our student-run consulting arm. Real projects. Real clients. Real experience — before you ever enter a firm.

  • Student teams take on live consulting engagements for real organizations.
  • Work across industries including strategy, operations, and market research.
  • Build a portfolio of real deliverables to showcase to recruiters.
  • Mentored by faculty advisors and club leadership throughout each engagement.
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CCG

Centennial Consulting Group is the applied arm of the Consulting Club — where members go beyond learning frameworks to actually deliver strategy work for real organizations.

Interested in CCG?
View our LinkedIn for the latest projects →
Women In Consulting

A dedicated space within the Consulting Club for women to build community, develop skills, and access the resources they need to thrive in the consulting industry — from first-year to full-time.

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Ready to
Connect?

Whether you're a student looking to build your consulting career, a recruiter seeking top talent, or a potential sponsor — we'd love to hear from you.

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