The global landscape of self-employment in management consultancy activities varies by country with the United States leading at 19.57 thousand persons, followed by Colombia at 14.91 thousand, and Germany at 14.6 thousand. France and Italy show significant shares, while smaller European nations and South Korea exhibit lower counts. In 2023, there were mixed year-on-year variations with notable increases in Ireland at 4.56% and Slovenia at 4.1%, whereas Greece faced a decline of 8.97%. Over five years, a consistent increase trends toward Germany, France, and Ireland, reflecting a strong regional demand for such activities.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of economic policies on the self-employment ecosystem.
- Technological advancements shaping consultancy practices may alter the dynamics.
- Evolving market demands as management consultancies adapt to global challenges.
- The effect of geopolitical factors on international consultancy collaborations.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Activities of Head Offices; Management Consultancy Activities Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 19.57 | 2023 | +2.16% | +2.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Colombia | 14.91 | 2023 | 0% | +0.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 14.6 | 2023 | +0.71% | +1.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 11.28 | 2023 | +2.83% | +3.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 9.21 | 2023 | +1.14% | +2.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 7.97 | 2023 | +2.67% | +2.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.87 | 2023 | +2.17% | +3.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 4.76 | 2023 | 0% | +0.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 4.14 | 2023 | +2.56% | +2.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 South Korea | 2.48 | 2023 | +4.35% | +1.76% | View data |
