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Sales & Trading-Specific Tips
Advanced, S&T-only advice on technical questions, market knowledge, and desk-specific behavior that lands the offer.
Not All Case Types are Equal
An overview of the different case types in management consulting.
Career Paths Beyond the Desk
Explore the lucrative and rewarding exit opportunities for S&T professionals, including hedge funds, private equity, and fintech.
Breaking Into VC: What It Takes to Launch Your Career
In this panel, Suzie M. and Katya E. will share what it really takes to land a role in one of the most competitive fields in business. You’ll learn how candidates stand out in the recruiting process, what firms look for beyond the resume, and the skills that set future investors apart. From sourcing and evaluating deals to building networks and demonstrating investment judgment, the discussion will cover the core qualities that matter most. Whether you’re coming from banking, consulting, tech, or just starting your career exploration, this session will give you actionable insights into how to position yourself for success in VC.
Personalization & Recommendations (using ChatGPT)
See how AI tailors onboarding, learning, or marketing experiences to individual needs.
Unconventional and Illegal Buckets
An overview of unconventional and illegal buckets for management consulting.
Summary of Frameworking
A summary of frameworking for management consulting.
Furnish Apartment Exercise
An overview of the Furnish Apartment exercise for management consulting.
Ecars: B2B Market Share
A walkthrough of the Ecars: B2B Market Share case for management consulting.
Translation & Accessibility (using DeepL and ChatGPT)
Discover how AI improves clarity and inclusivity through translation and plain-language rewriting.
What Makes a Successful Master’s Applicant in 2025?
Graduate admissions are evolving—and so are the traits that top programs look for. In this session, expert Leland coach Loubna B. will break down what makes a standout Master’s applicant in today’s landscape, from academic readiness to global perspective and career clarity. Whether you’re preparing to apply this cycle or planning ahead, you’ll walk away with clear, actionable insights to strengthen your Master’s applications in 2025 and beyond.
Ride-Hailing App: Organic
A walkthrough of the Ride-Hailing App: Organic case for management consulting.
Robber-Thief Exercise
An overview of the Robber-Thief exercise for management consulting.
Deferred MBA Deep Dive: What You Need to Know Now
In this panel, join admissions experts Justin K., Kelsey K., and Siri G. who will break down everything you need to know about deferred MBA programs so that you have a concrete strategy going into application season. You’ll learn how these programs work, what top schools are looking for in college seniors and early-career applicants, and how to start building a strong application now. Check out their profiles here: Justin K. - Former BCG consultant and MIT Sloan MBA student with a strong record helping candidates land MBB offers and top MBA admits Kelsey K. - Former M7 Admissions Director and Columbia Business School Admissions Committee member with a 93% client acceptance rate and $180K average scholarship awards Siri G. - Accepted to deferred MBA programs at Harvard and Wharton from a non-target school through authentic, story-driven applications
Structure Down vs Build Up Approach
An overview of the structure down approach vs the build up approach for management consulting.
Buy This Home Exercise
An overview of the Buy This Home exercise 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.
Routing & Process Support (using ChatGPT)
Learn how AI automates tagging, categorization, and workflow routing to reduce manual work.
Bullet Proof Inc: Grow and Diversify
An walkthrough of the Bullet Proof Inc: Grow and Diversify case for management consulting.
Common AI Roadblocks (and Quick Wins)
Identify frequent barriers to AI adoption and learn practical ways to overcome them.
