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Columbia Business School: Interview Question Bank
Question bank covering the most commonly asked questions in Columbia Business School interviews.
Consulting Sprint (October 14-16) Kickoff
Join us for Leland’s Consulting Sprint Kickoff! Come hear from top consulting experts Erik Z. (Bain), Yash G. (BCG), and Emily H. (McKinsey) who have helped candidates land offers at firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Bain—and thrive once they’re in the role. You’re invited to several days of focused career and recruiting prep designed to help you break into consulting with confidence. Throughout the sprint, we’ll host a series of virtual sessions led by Leland coaches and experienced consultants. You’ll gain tactical guidance on networking, case interview prep, resume building, and strategies for standing out in a competitive recruiting process—all condensed into a power-packed sprint to get you ready.
Bullet Proof Inc: Grow and Diversify
An walkthrough of the Bullet Proof Inc: Grow and Diversify case for management consulting.
MIT Sloan: Example Video Essay
An example of a video essay for the MIT Sloan MBA application.
Personalization & Recommendations (Using ChatGPT)
Discover how to use AI to tailor content, messages, and experiences for different audiences.
How to Get Into Law School Panel
In this panel, law school admissions experts Machmud M. (Stanford), Kevin P. (Duke), and Liz C. (University of Houston) will share what it really takes to stand out in today’s competitive applicant pool. From crafting a compelling personal statement and securing strong letters of recommendation to maximizing your LSAT score and building a well-rounded profile, you’ll gain insider perspectives on every stage of the process. Whether you’re just beginning to explore law school or are preparing to submit your applications, this session will give you practical strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and the confidence to approach your applications with clarity and purpose.
Scaling Startups: Lessons from the Trenches
In this panel, Arjun S., Daniel M. and Liza M. will share hard-won insights from scaling startups through the messy, high-growth stages. From finding product–market fit and building the right team to raising capital and navigating growing pains, you’ll hear real stories about what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons learned along the way. Whether you’re an early-stage founder, part of a startup team, or simply curious about the realities of scaling, this session will give you practical takeaways, candid advice, and inspiration to tackle the challenges ahead.
Structure Down vs Build Up Approach
An overview of the structure down approach vs the build up approach for management consulting.
Life as a First Year Analyst
Survive your first year. Learn the essential day-to-day tasks, how to manage expectations, and the best way to prove your value quickly.
Routing & Process Support (Using ChatGPT)
Learn how to automate tagging, categorization, and routing for repetitive workflows using AI.
Sales & Trading-Specific Tips
Advanced, S&T-only advice on technical questions, market knowledge, and desk-specific behavior that lands the offer.
Waitlist Action Planner Template
• Weekly layout (Weeks 1–6) • Sections for: school engagement, updates, achievements, outreach, mindset goals • Columns for tracking actions, deadlines, and communications sent • Example of a completed plan for inspiration • Summary section for final reflection
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.
Common Pitfalls in AI Writing
Checklist of common writing issues (tone drift, hallucinations, overconfidence) and how to identify and fix them.
PM Recruiting - Top 5 Tips to Stand Out in the Process
Product management has become a highly sought after but competitive field to break into over the last several years. Karthik R. has been in Product for 15+ years now in Director+ roles across multiple Silicon valley companies. His current role is as Director of Product at Linkedin. He has interviewed, mentored and coached 100s of PMs as well as those aspiring to break into the field. Join him in understanding what it takes to break into Product, and walk away with a tangible strategy and roadmap to make it happen.
Checklist for Fact-Checking AI Outputs
Simple verification framework to ensure AI responses are accurate, credible, and unbiased.
S&T Overview of Desks
From Fixed Income to Equities, see a quick breakdown of every major Sales & Trading desk and which is right for your skills.
S&T Self Assessment
Use this checklist to gauge your strengths and weaknesses against the traits of top-performing Sales & Trading professionals.
How S&T Fits into a Bank
Learn the core function of Sales & Trading and how it powers a global investment bank's success.
No one owes you a referral. Earn it
Learn the biggest networking mistakes and how to build trust with MBB consultants without seeming fake or desperate.
