Who we are

The Oberlin Consulting Group is a student-run consulting organization dedicated to strengthening problem-solving, strategic thinking, and professional readiness. We partner with local businesses, nonprofits, and campus groups to provide high-quality consulting services while offering students hands-on experience in project work and case analysis.

Our mission is to cultivate future leaders by combining rigorous learning with meaningful community impact.

Where We Add Value

Client Consulting Projects

We partner with businesses, nonprofits, and campus organizations to deliver tailored, research-driven solutions. Each project team conducts deep analysis and provides actionable recommendations aligned with your goals.

Our project support includes:

  • Market & industry research

  • Competitive analysis

  • Growth & expansion strategy

  • Operational and process improvements

  • Branding and marketing strategy

  • Financial modeling & performance insights

Casing and Professional Development

OCG provides structured training to equip students with the skills needed for careers in consulting, business analytics, and strategy.

Training includes:

  • Case interview preparation

  • Business frameworks & structured problem-solving

  • Data analysis & storytelling

  • Resume, cover letter, and recruiting prep

  • Mock interviews and feedback

Workshops & Events

We host educational and community-building events that support both our members and the broader campus.

Examples:

  • Bi-weekly case study workshops

  • Semesterly campus-wide Case Competition

  • Guest speaker panels from consulting, finance, tech, and nonprofit sectors

  • Skill-building sessions: Excel, slide design, market sizing, presentation skills

 Our Practice Areas

Oberlin Consulting Group provides structured, research-driven consulting services across a defined set of industries. Our practice area model reflects the needs of our clients as well as the diverse academic and analytical strengths of our team. With a streamlined membership structure, each group is designed to cultivate deep sector knowledge, develop technical competencies, and deliver strategic recommendations that are both actionable and practical.

We operate through four core practice groups, each supported by intensive training and ongoing professional development.

  • The Venture and Social Impact Advisory Group supports organizations at the forefront of innovation and social change. We work with startups, early-stage ventures, and nonprofit organizations seeking clarity on growth strategy, operational efficiency, market entry, or long-term sustainability.

    Our consultants conduct industry scans, validate business models, analyze revenue pathways, and build frameworks to support scalable operations. For nonprofit partners, we integrate mission-aligned strategy with impact measurement and organizational planning. This practice area emphasizes adaptability, creative problem-solving, and the capacity to navigate environments where data may be limited and decisions must be made under uncertainty.

  • The Financial Services Group engages with banks, community lenders, fintech innovators, and financial organizations navigating a rapidly evolving marketplace. This group focuses on market research, competitive analysis, financial modeling, regulatory context, risk considerations, and institutional strategy.

    Projects may include assessing growth opportunities for mission-driven lenders, analyzing capital flows, designing market-entry strategies for fintech products, or producing research on emerging financial technologies. Consultants develop comfort with quantitative analysis, structured problem-solving, and communicating complex financial concepts clearly to clients.

  • The Consumer and Retail Group provides insight to brands and retail-focused organizations seeking sharper customer understanding, improved marketing strategy, and sustainable business growth. Our work explores evolving consumer behavior, market shifts, brand positioning, digital engagement, and product strategy.

    This group trains consultants to interpret data through the lens of customer decision-making, competitive dynamics, and long-term brand value. Typical projects involve customer segmentation, market sizing, pricing analysis, operational optimization, and recommendations related to expansion or product diversification. Consultants gain experience translating qualitative research and quantitative insights into clear strategic direction.

  • The Life Sciences and Healthcare Group applies analytical rigor to challenges in biotechnology, healthcare delivery, pharmaceuticals, and related fields. This group works on projects that require careful synthesis of scientific innovation, market realities, and organizational objectives.

    Engagements may involve mapping competitive landscapes in biotech, analyzing regulatory trends, evaluating technology adoption in health systems, or examining opportunities for operational improvement. Consultants in this group develop the ability to evaluate complex information, distill technical material for non-specialist audiences, and provide insights grounded in scientific and economic reasoning.