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How to Pick the Activities & Interests to Include

Learn how to select the right extracurriculars and interests to highlight your strengths and stand out to admissions committees.

Failing Digitization Program: An Example of an Unconventional Case

Diagnose the problems with a failing digitization program and develop a turnaround strategy. This unconventional case challenges your problem-solving skills in a non-traditional business scenario.

Creating Your Essay Outline

Learn how to structure your thoughts and craft a compelling essay outline that will make writing your application a breeze.

Six Ways to Build Your Leadership Skills

Learn how to build and highlight your leadership skills, even without a formal management title.

3 Essential Strategies to Nail the GMAT

Learn the top three strategies for a top score on the GMAT Focus Edition, with expert tips for mastering the test's unique structure.

Awards & Honors: What to Include

Don't just list your awards—learn how to frame your achievements to impress admissions committees and stand out from the crowd.

How to Break Into APM Programs Panel

Thinking about a career in product management? Learn what it takes to break into top APM programs from a panel of experts who've been there.

Combinations and Permutations Made Fast and Easy

Master the fundamentals of combinations and permutations with simple, clear strategies for solving these tricky quantitative problems.

What does a Strong Recommendation Look Like?

Go beyond basic praise. Discover what makes a recommendation letter truly stand out and how to get one that boosts your application.

GRE: Tips for Success

Unlock your top GRE score! Learn proven strategies, time-saving tricks, and study methods to ace the exam and get into your dream program.

Master GRE Vocabulary with Synonym Groups

Learn how to study for the GRE by grouping words with similar meanings. This graphic provides a list of synonym groups to help you ace the verbal section.

Cold Emailing: Best Practices

Learn the best practices for cold emailing. We break down the do's and don'ts, providing you with the strategies and templates to get a response and land a job.

Common App Personal Statement Tips

Learn the 3 key secrets that make for a compelling college essay that will stand out to admissions officers.

GRE Reading Comprehension

Master the reading comprehension section of the GRE! Learn proven strategies to read faster, understand complex passages, and answer questions correctly.

MBA Essays: Tips & Tricks

Learn how to craft a winning MBA essay that will stand out to the admissions committee. We share key strategies, writing tips, and more!

AMA with a Top Private Equity Coach

Get your private equity questions answered! A top coach shares their expertise on breaking into the industry and excelling in your PE career.

Example: Wharton Activities & Interests

Explore a successful example of supplementary materials for the Wharton application.

Example Market Deep Dive: Femtech

Analyze the rapidly growing Femtech market through this detailed case study, exploring trends, opportunities, and innovative companies.

MBA Cover Letter Guide – Structure, Strategy, and Sample

A comprehensive guide with best practices, formatting tips, and a real McKinsey offer-winning cover letter to help MBA applicants craft tailored, effective cover letters.

MBA Recommendation Letter Guide

A step-by-step resource to help applicants and recommenders navigate the MBA recommendation process, including templates, best practices, and question-specific advice.