Leland+ Content Library

(Jul. 2024) How an AdCom Evaluates an MBA Application

A behind-the-scenes look at the MBA admissions process, breaking down how AdComs assess your resume, essays, recommendations, and overall story to make admit decisions.

Pathway to a Joint MBA/MPP: Admissions Insights

Learn how to bridge business and public policy for a powerful career. Three coaches with MBA/MPP experience share their unique perspectives on MBA/MPP admissions.

Veterans MBA Admissions: Fireside Chat + Panel Discussion

Listen to a panel of three MBA experts who also have experience working with and being veteran MBA applicants.

Beyond the Case: Ace Your MBB Behavioral Interviews

Don't underestimate the power of the behavioral interview in your journey to an MBA offer. Learn from Leland coach Manali on how to stand out in the behavioral interview.

Why UChicago Essay – Economics, Research, and Community Engagement

A focused and well-researched supplemental essay outlining the applicant’s academic goals in development economics, interest in data analytics, and enthusiasm for UChicago’s research culture and civic-minded community.

The Top 5 Secrets of the Consulting Case Interview

Unlock the secrets of the consulting case interview. We'll reveal the five most important things you need to know to land your dream job at a top consulting firm.

Tips for Making the Most of Career Fairs

Make strong impressions, ask smart questions, and turn quick chats into real opportunities.

Consulting Case Frameworks and Structuring

A tactical session on breaking down case interview problems using clear, MECE-aligned frameworks—covering profitability, market entry, M&A, and more.

Landing an M7 MBA Acceptance with a Non-Traditional Background

See how applicants from unconventional paths break into top programs—and how you can too.

10 Essentials to Get Multiple M7 Acceptance Letters

Unlock the key moves top applicants make to land spots at several elite business schools.

Women in MBA

Explore the MBA journey through a female lens—challenges, wins, and strategies for success.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Recommendations

Don’t let weak recs sink your app—avoid these common pitfalls and set your recommenders up for success.

5 Essential Things To Get Right in Consulting Cases

Master the core elements firms look for and boost your chances of cracking every case.

Making the Most of Alumni Networks

Tap into alumni communities for mentorship, referrals, and real-world insights that boost your career.

How to Network for Success During Your MBA

Build meaningful connections that lead to job offers, insights, and long-term career growth.

Seeking & Benefiting From Mentorship in Your Career

Unlock growth and guidance by building meaningful mentor relationships that support your long-term success.

How to Prep for MBB Internship Recruiting (1st-Year MBAs)

Get insider strategies to stand out in McKinsey, Bain, and BCG’s competitive first-year recruiting process.

What NOT to Do in an MBA Internship

Avoid these common missteps that can cost you the return offer—stay focused, proactive, and professional.

Coaching vs. Managing

Unlock your leadership potential by understanding the critical differences between coaching and managing. We'll show you when to apply each approach.

Writing a Holistic Set of HBS Essays

Your first-draft essays for Harvard Business School probably aren't what you think they are. Listen to two of Leland's top coaches help you see why, and more importantly, know how you can elevate them to a point where you can "go to school in the Boston area".