Leland+ Content Library

Finance to MBA: Showing Impact and Proving Passion

Breaking into an MBA program from a finance background takes more than strong credentials—it’s about showing real impact and authentic passion. In this session, Leland coaches John N. (Kellogg MBA), Faisal K. (Booth adcom), and Kelsey K. (CBS adcom) will share how to differentiate yourself, connect your experience to your goals, and stand out in essays and interviews. Perfect for finance professionals aiming to make a powerful impression in Round 2.

Translating Work Experience

Clarifying roles, context, business scale, quantifying impact

Résumé for U.S. MBA Applications

One-page rules, U.S. formatting, action verbs, metrics

Translating Your Experience

Speak the US MBA Admissions Language

Career Story & Post-MBA Goals

Structuring a compelling international career narrative

Extracurricular Strategy

Volunteering, professional associations, passion projects

Addressing Weak Spots

GPA conversion, school prestige gaps, job title confusion

Study Smart for GMAT Quant

​Preparing for the GMAT Quant section isn’t just about doing hundreds of problems—it’s about mastering strategy, review, and time management. In this hands-on workshop, expert GMAT coach Sage P. will guide you through a curated set of Quant problems to illustrate how top scorers think, study, and review effectively. ​This isn’t a lecture—it’s an interactive session where you’ll solve, discuss, and refine your approach in real time. Come ready to participate and leave with a clear game plan for boosting your GMAT Quant score.