Leland+ for Management Consulting

Stress Management

Get practical, actionable strategies used by top-tier consultants to proactively manage project pressures and maintain mental resilience.

MBA to Consulting Panel

Still planning to break into consulting before graduation? You're not alone, and it's not too late. This panel is designed for MBA students who are exploring full-time roles in consulting, whether you’re re-recruiting, pivoting, or looking to refine your strategy. ​Hear from Taylor R., Andrew H., and Rifat M., all of whom successfully landed consulting offers later in the MBA journey as they share practical advice on networking, storytelling, case prep, and how to stand out in a competitive recruiting cycle. If you're hoping to make the jump into MBB or other top firms, this session will help you make the most of the months ahead.

Consulting Resume and Cover Letters Workshop

​Breaking into consulting starts with a resume and cover letter that stand out. In this workshop, expert Leland coach Hannah M. will share practical guidance on how to tailor your application materials specifically for top consulting firms. You’ll leave with actionable tips you can apply immediately!

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.

How to Land an Interview at an MBB Firm

​McKinsey, Bain, and BCG are among the most competitive employers in the world—so how do you actually land an interview? In this panel, three top Leland consulting coaches will share the insider strategies, application tactics, and networking approaches that helped them break into MBB and that they now use to coach candidates into these firms. ​Hear from James H., a Columbia MBA, former McKinsey consultant, and ex-McKinsey interviewer; Annika F., a Bain consultant, HEC Paris MBA, and ICF-certified coach; and Sushmitha R., an MIT Sloan alum and former BCG summer consultant. Together, they’ll break down how to craft standout resumes, position nontraditional backgrounds, build meaningful networking connections, and align your story with what MBB teams are truly looking for. Whether you're an undergrad, MBA student, or career-switcher, this session will give you a clear roadmap to landing the interview that changes everything.

How-To Industry Deep Dive

Get the inside scoop on your target industry! Learn how to conduct expert-level research for job applications, career changes, and more.

Succeeding On the Job - Before You Start

Landed the job—now what? Get the critical steps and secret strategies you need to prepare for success before you even start!

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.

Casing Preparation Plan

Step-by-step roadmap to master casing—frameworks, math, and communication skills for top consulting firms.

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.

Management Consulting Resume Template

A structured, MBB-style resume template designed for aspiring strategy consultants.

Dalberg Cover Letter - Project Manager

Example - cover letter for Dalberg project manager role

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.

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!

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

2025 Life Sciences Casebook

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

Crafting a Cover Letter for BCG

See how this successful cover letter from a student at Ivey Business School helped them land an Associate position at a top firm like BCG.

BCG Resume

See this example of a compelling resume that landed a spot at a top consulting firm - BCG. This example from a successful applicant shows how to structure your experience and stand out.

Case Tracker

Use this case tracker to stay organized throughout your job search process in consulting.