Leland+ for Management Consulting

How to get MBB Offers

​Breaking into McKinsey, BCG, or Bain is one of the most competitive career goals out there—but with the right preparation and strategy, you can set yourself apart. In this session, expert Leland coaches and former MBB consultants Alex S. (McKinsey interviewer), Tim F. (BCG Project Leader), and Ashwin S. (Bain Manager) will walk you through exactly what it takes to land an offer. ​By the end, you’ll have a step-by-step game plan to position yourself as a top candidate and maximize your chances of landing that coveted MBB offer.

McKinsey PEI - Story Development Worksheet

This worksheet helps you develop and structure a strong PEI story in three steps. First, it focuses on the key takeaways you're communicating to the interviewer about how you embody the theme in question. Then, it uses vignettes to showcase how you demonstrate the trait. Finally, it uses the pyramid principle to structure the whole story to lead with the answer.

Consulting-to-MBA: Stand out as a "Traditional" Candidate

​Consultants make up one of the largest applicant pools to top MBA programs—which means standing out is more important than ever. In this panel, Leland coaches Andy P. (Top MBA coach for 20 years), Karla M. (150+ M7 Admits, prior consultant, Harvard/Booth dual degree grad), and Ben L. (300+ M7 Admits, prior consultant, GSB grad) will share how to craft an authentic, differentiated story that sets you apart from thousands of other applicants with similar backgrounds. ​You’ll learn how to translate your consulting experience into powerful application essays, recommendations, and interviews that highlight your leadership, impact, and future goals. Whether you’re a current analyst, associate, or engagement manager preparing for a future cycle, this session will give you actionable strategies to turn a “traditional” background into a standout advantage.

Resume for Consulting - MBA 1Y Candidate

Resume for consulting applications from a 1Y MBA Candidate; includes four years of pre-MBA professional experience

From Penn Engineering to McKinsey and Amazon

See how this UPenn engineering grad crafted a winning resume for a Business Analyst Digital Practice role at McKinsey and Software Development Engineer offer from Amazon.

The CV That Gets You an AWS Cloud & Strategy Job

See a successful CV for a strategy-focused cloud developer. Learn how to highlight technical skills, project management, and business acumen!

The CV That Got Me a Kearney EU Offer!

Get an inside look at a successful CV for a top consulting job. See how to showcase your experience to land an offer from A.T. Kearney.

The CV That Got Me a BCG EU Offer!

Get an inside look at a successful CV for a top consulting job. See how to showcase your experience to land an offer from BCG.

Practice Case Studies (for Management Consultants)

This document contains 2 practice case studies that can be used to hone your case interview skills

The McKinsey CV That Got Me an Offer

Get an inside look at a successful CV for a top consulting job. See how to showcase your experience to land an offer from McKinsey.

YodaPhone Case Study: How to Fix a Failing Digitization Project

Learn how to fix a project that's over budget and behind schedule. Analyze the YodaPhone case and determine where to cut scope.

2025 Life Sciences Casebook

First ever management consulting casebook containing 10+ medium/hard cases focusing on life sciences/healthcare/biotech.

Resume that got all 3 MBB offers

Resume a candidate used as a PhD student in the sciences to apply and get offers at all 3 MBBs and 2 Tier 2 firms

Case Interview Math: Bar Chart Drills

Learn how to quickly and accurately interpret bar charts in your case interviews with these practice drills. We'll walk through real examples and show you how to solve complex problems.

Resume that Landed BCG & McKinsey Internships

A top-tier resume deep dive. Discover what it takes to land a summer associate position at BCG, from academics to extracurriculars and skills.

Consulting Resume Basics Guide

This guide is your go-to resource for building a consulting-ready resume that gets noticed. Created with insights from MBB recruiters and industry insiders, it teaches you how to craft sharp, results-driven bullet points, highlight structured problem-solving, and present your experience with clarity and precision. Whether you're targeting top firms or boutique consultancies, this guide will help you frame your story in a way that aligns with what consulting recruiters look for—impact, analytical rigor, and leadership.

Case Interviews: 7 Basic Frameworks Cheat Sheet

A quick-reference cheat sheet with 7 essential case interview frameworks. This simple, go-to guide covers the foundational structures every candidate should know—perfect for keeping in your back pocket as you practice and prep.

Ace Your MBB Behavioral Interviews Panel

​Nailing the behavioral portion of your MBB interview is just as important as solving the case. In this session, hear from Diego D. (BCG), David P. (McKinsey) and Kristen H. (Bain) as they break down what top firms are really looking for in behavioral interviews—and how you can prepare effectively. From structuring your stories to highlighting impact and leadership, you’ll leave with practical tips, sample frameworks, and key strategies to help you stand out and show you’re ready for the role.