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Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholar Letter of Rec
Sample letter of rec for military vet selected as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar.
Round 2 MBA: What You Need to Do Between Now and the Deadlines
Round 2 MBA deadlines are just around the corner—and what you do in the next few months can make or break your application. In this session, you will learn how to prioritize your time, strengthen your materials, and fill any remaining gaps in your candidacy. Faisal K. brings admissions experience from Chicago Booth, Oren M. previously served in Wharton’s admissions office, and Jenny R. is a former Stanford GSB Admissions Officer—together, they’ve helped hundreds of applicants gain admission to top programs. You’ll learn exactly where to focus your energy—from refining your essays and securing powerful recommendations to polishing your resume and prepping for potential interviews. Whether you’re just starting your Round 2 applications or putting on the finishing touches, this session will help you create a clear, actionable plan to submit your strongest possible application.
Tips for Success: Navigating the Deferred MBA recommendation Process
Applying to deferred MBA programs is a unique challenge—especially when it comes to securing strong recommendation letters. Your recommenders can make or break your application, but knowing who to ask, how to prepare them, and what schools are really looking for can be tricky to navigate. Join Claire R., a former Assistant Director of Admissions at Stanford GSB and MBA graduate of Yale SOM, for an insider’s guide to navigating the deferred MBA recommendation process. Drawing on her experience evaluating applications at one of the world’s top programs, Claire will share how to select the right recommenders, guide them to highlight your strengths effectively, and ensure their letters complement—not duplicate—your essays and resume.
Get Ahead of the Curve: How to Prep Early for Med School Applications
The medical school admissions process is one of the most competitive and complex—but with early preparation, you can set yourself apart long before you hit “submit.” In this workshop, Krysta F.—a pre-med advisor and equity-focused higher education professional who has completed thousands of advising sessions with aspiring physicians—will share how to build a strong foundation for your med school journey. With years of experience guiding science students and young alumni through every stage of the process, Krysta will walk you through how to identify your story, develop key competencies, and plan strategically for experiences that strengthen your application. Whether you’re a freshman just starting to explore pre-med or a junior getting ready for the cycle, this session will help you stay organized, confident, and ahead of the curve.
Dental School Interviews & The Wait: What to Do (and Not Do)
Waiting for a dental school interview or decision can feel like one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the process—and many applicants struggle with how to stay proactive and grounded. In this session, Sreya P., incoming DMD student at UPenn and former pre-dental mentor at University of Virginia who gained admission to six dental schools, will guide you through what to do — and what to avoid — during the interview stage and post-application wait. You’ll learn how to prepare effectively for interviews, handle the emotional ups and downs of waiting, keep your application momentum going, and set yourself up for the best possible outcome. Whether you’re prepping for your interview invite or already in the waiting stage, this session will give you clarity, confidence, and practical next steps.
AI and Your MBA Application Do's and Don'ts for Interview Practice
Ready to leverage AI tools to elevate your MBA interview preparation but want to ensure you're doing it strategically and authentically? Join me, M, for a practical and actionable session designed to help MBA applicants use AI as a powerful practice partner while maintaining genuine responses and natural delivery. This session will show you how to integrate AI into your interview prep routine to simulate real interview scenarios, generate tailored questions, and receive instant, impactful feedback. Learn how to craft prompts that help you practice behavioral and school-specific questions, refine your storytelling, and analyze your responses. We’ll discuss how to use AI for mock interviews and avoid common pitfalls that can make your responses sound robotic or inauthentic. We’ll also cover ethical considerations, best practices, and how to blend AI support with real-world input for maximum value.
Behavioural interviews: Overview
Behavioural interviews often make or break candidates - especially when everyone has similar technical backgrounds. In this module, you’ll learn how to craft compelling, authentic stories that show maturity, motivation, and fit for Private Equity. We'll cover all the most common questions, along with frameworks to deliver standout answers.
Creating the Perfect MBA Resume
Slides from a presentation on Aug 5, 2025 on Leland
Resume: Army Veteran Admitted to Duke Fuqua MBA
This resume showcases an Army veteran from a non-traditional background who earned Early Action admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.
Why You’re Still Doing Too Much: Rethinking Delegation as a Leader
Even the most effective leaders struggle with letting go—but true leadership isn’t about doing it all yourself. In this workshop, Stefanie M.—a certified leadership and strengths-based coach with 17+ years of experience as a market executive and team leader in global finance—will help you rethink your approach to delegation and team empowerment. Drawing on her background in corporate banking, private equity, and venture capital, Stefanie will share actionable strategies for identifying what to delegate, developing trust, and building systems that elevate both performance and well-being. Whether you manage a team or lead at the executive level, this session will help you create more space for strategic thinking, growth, and balance—without sacrificing results.
Comprehensive Meta PM Interview Prep Kit
A comprehensive kit with analysis from 18 real mock interviews, AI prompts to simulate real mock experience, and inventory of online resources!
Undergrad McKinsey Business Analyst Resume
Finance undergraduate secured a McKinsey full-time offer. After McKinsey, they transitioned to Private Equity.
Top 10 Kellogg Facts Every Applicant Should Know
Learn the top 10 facts about Kellogg that applicants should be aware of during the application and interview process.
Mapping Your Strengths to Kellogg’s Values
Assess your personal alignment with Kellogg’s environment and define how your experiences, strengths, and leadership style connect to its values.
IB/PE Networking Tracker Tool
This networking tracker helps you organize and track outreach to investment banking and private equity professionals. It provides a structured way to log contacts, conversations, and follow-up actions throughout the recruiting process.
Craft Winning Cover Letters & Resumes for PE: How to Tell a Deal Story
In private equity recruiting, your deal experience is your story—and how you tell it can make or break your candidacy. In this workshop, James W.—a Wharton MBA with experience as an M&A attorney at Kirkland & Ellis and Paul Weiss, an investment banker at Guggenheim Securities, and a private equity operator at GenNx360—will walk you through how to craft resumes and cover letters that showcase your deal experience with clarity and impact. Having sat on every side of the table, James will share what recruiters and hiring managers actually look for, how to structure your deal descriptions, and how to highlight the strategic thinking behind your work. Whether you’re recruiting for your first on-cycle role or positioning yourself for a post-MBA move, this session will give you the insider perspective and tools to stand out in the competitive PE hiring process.
MCAT Vitals: Strategy and Study Scheduling
Preparing for the MCAT is about more than just content review—it’s about having the right strategy and a study plan that works for you. In this session, expert MCAT coach Elijah D. will break down how to build an efficient, personalized schedule that maximizes your prep time and sets you up for success on test day. You’ll learn proven strategies for mastering each section of the exam, balancing practice with review, and avoiding the most common pitfalls students face. Whether you’re months away from test day or just getting started, this event will equip you with the tools and confidence to approach the MCAT with clarity and focus.
How to Write a Case Report - Instructions Guide
This PDF document provides the instructions for how to write a medical case report.
Mastering Necessary and Sufficient Assumptions on the LSAT
Understanding necessary and sufficient assumptions is one of the biggest keys to unlocking higher Logical Reasoning scores on the LSAT. In this workshop, Elias S.—a 177 scorer (99.5th percentile) who has helped students improve their scores by an average of 15–20 points—will break down how to identify these question types, avoid common traps, and apply the right reasoning strategies every time. With experience helping students achieve jumps of up to 40 points and even reach perfect scores, Elias will guide you through a clear, structured approach to mastering these challenging logic concepts. Whether you’re aiming for a top-tier law school or trying to break into the 170s, this session will give you the tools to approach LSAT arguments with precision and confidence.
Answering “Why Private Equity?”
Avoid vague or recycled answers. Use a tested framework to build a compelling, specific answer that ties together your skillset, interest in investing, and long-term goals.
