Considerations for Profitability Frameworks
An overview of considerations for profitability frameworks for management consulting.


MBA Interview Series: Columbia
The Columbia Business School interview is your chance to move beyond the application and show who you are as a candidate. In this event, Melanie E. (a former CBS Adcomm and interviewer) will walk you through what to expect, how to prepare, and strategies to stand out in the CBS interview process. You’ll gain insight into the types of questions asked, how to tell your story with confidence, and what Columbia admissions committees value most in applicants. Whether you’re applying this round or preparing for the future, this session will give you the tools to approach your interview with clarity, poise, and authenticity.

Where AI Delivers Value
Learn the ten most common areas where AI creates measurable impact across industries.

Unconventional and Illegal Buckets
An overview of unconventional and illegal buckets for management consulting.


Breaking into FP&A: Resume to Offer Letter
Looking to launch a career in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)? From crafting a standout resume to acing interviews, every step matters in landing your offer. In this session, expert Leland coach Zach T. will guide you through the full process of breaking into FP&A roles. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap from application to offer letter, plus actionable strategies to stand out in the competitive FP&A landscape.

Routing & Process Support (using ChatGPT)
Learn how AI automates tagging, categorization, and workflow routing to reduce manual work.

Getting Your Data Ready for AI
Learn how to prepare and structure data for AI by focusing on access, cleanliness, and context.

Bad questions kill your networking efforts
Learn how to ask questions that start real conversations. Make your outreach feel genuine and memorable, not robotic.

Consulting referrals aren’t luck, they’re strategy
Learn how to find the right consultants, reach out to them personally, and build real relationships that lead to referrals and interviews.


Where AI Can Deliver Value in Organizations
Use this guide to review ten common AI use cases and identify where similar opportunities may exist in your work.


Assess Your Organization’s AI Maturity
Score your organization’s current AI maturity and identify next steps for improvement.

Turning AI Learning into Real Results
Apply course concepts to identify your first pilot and define measurable next steps.

Personalization & Recommendations (using ChatGPT)
See how AI tailors onboarding, learning, or marketing experiences to individual needs.

Brainstorming & Idea Generation (using Canva AI)
Learn how AI supports creative thinking and collaborative ideation sessions.


Build a 90-Day AI Roadmap
Plan your first AI pilot, define metrics, and set a timeline for measurable progress.

Why does one referral change everything?
See what happens behind the scenes after someone refers you. Learn how to communicate with your referrer to help push your application forward.

Strengths & Weaknesses: What to Say (and Avoid)
Break down high-impact strength answers and how to position weaknesses honestly without hurting your candidacy. Includes a list of examples that work in high-stakes settings.

Drafting & Content Creation (using Claude)
Learn how AI accelerates writing by generating strong first drafts for reports, blogs, and proposals.


AI Ethics Policy Template
Use this template to draft or refine your organization’s responsible AI policy.


Audit an AI Use Case for Risk
Practice identifying potential risks and safeguards for a specific AI use case.
