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Office Hours with Former MBA AdComs & Admissions Experts
Join us for an exclusive Office Hours session with former MBA Admissions Committee members and top admissions experts! This is your chance to get insider advice on the MBA application process—directly from those who used to make the decisions. Learn how to craft a compelling narrative, avoid common pitfalls, and stand out in competitive applicant pools. Whether you're just starting your MBA journey or putting the finishing touches on your application, our panelists are here to answer all your questions. Meet our panelists: Faisal K., Chicago Booth MBA, Chicago Booth Admissions Office, coached 100+ M7 admits, 15 years of experience aiding US and international applicants translate their rich global experiences into compelling, relevant, and memorable applications. Avi L., UC Berkeley, former USC Director of Admissions and admissions reader at Berkeley, expert in helping applicants identify how to tell their story in way that makes them stand out. Emily L., UC Berkeley Haas, former Haas Co-VP of Admissions, trained and mentored by former M7 AdCom members, extensive experience with clients with below median test scores.
MBA Resume: How to Structure It
Learn how to structure your MBA resume for maximum impact. We break down the key sections and how to present your experience effectively.
Research & Information Gathering (using Perplexity)
Explore how AI compiles and organizes data or articles into concise, trustworthy summaries.
Responsible AI Principles
Review five key principles that ensure AI supports people rather than replaces them.
Breaking Down Economic Consulting: What It Exactly Is
Ever wondered what economic consultants actually do—and how the role differs from management consulting or finance? In this session, expert Leland coach and economic consultant Nicolas S. will demystify the field and share what it’s really like to work in economic consulting. Whether you’re exploring your career options or preparing to apply, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of the industry, its day-to-day work, and the paths it can open.
Mastering AI Networking & Referrals
Guide to building meaningful relationships in the AI ecosystem, overcoming hiring noise, and securing referrals through thoughtful engagement and value-add interactions.
Grids
Learn how to use grids to create structured, professional, and visually consistent layouts. Master the foundation of great design.
Soft Skills as Designers
Master the essential soft skills—from communication to collaboration—that will help you become a more effective designer and a stronger team player.
Buy This Home Exercise
An overview of the Buy This Home exercise for management consulting.
Summary of Frameworking
A summary of frameworking for management consulting.
Ecars: B2B Market Share
A walkthrough of the Ecars: B2B Market Share case for management consulting.
Not All Case Types are Equal
An overview of the different case types in management consulting.
One Sentence Summary for Major Case Types
A brief one sentence summary for major management consulting case types.
AI-Powered Lead Gen: More Leads, Less Work
Tired of spending hours prospecting, researching, and qualifying leads manually? In this session, Robin V., a Leland coach and AI automation expert, will show you how to harness AI to streamline your lead generation process and scale your outreach effortlessly. You’ll discover practical tools and tactics for finding high-quality leads, personalizing outreach at scale, and automating key parts of your sales funnel—without sacrificing authenticity or results. Whether you’re a founder, marketer, or sales professional, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies to generate more leads in less time using AI. Space is limited, so RSVP to secure your spot. We’re excited to be on the AI journey with you! Interested in additional AI topics? Be sure to register for all AI Week sessions here.
Common AI Roadblocks (and Quick Wins)
Identify frequent barriers to AI adoption and learn practical ways to overcome them.
How to Approach Grad School Essays and Personal Statements
Your essays and personal statements are some of the most important parts of your grad school application—and often the hardest to get right. In this session, Michael G. (Schwarzman Scholar) and Elijah D. (Gates-Cambridge), and Erika C. (UPenn M.S.) will walk you through how to craft authentic, memorable essays that make admissions committees take notice. By the end, you’ll have a clear framework for approaching your essays with confidence and a roadmap for writing compelling personal statements that stand out before deadlines hit.
AI Readiness Checklist
Use this checklist to evaluate your organization’s readiness across people, data, and leadership.
Understanding Your Burnout: When Ambition Outpaces Alignment
This workshop is designed to support ambitious professionals in understanding burnout beyond just feeling tired—it’s frequently a sign of mismatch between personal values, work, and environment. Executive and leadership coaching expert Debonné N. (Current Sr. Director of Comms @ Blue Shield) led the TIS program for the city and county of San Francisco which diagnosed and proactively addressed burnout in essential workers. Debonné N. will look into how burnout manifests in high-achievers, paying attention to the emotional and physical signals that might go unnoticed. Plus, we'll share practical strategies to help you regain clarity, boost creativity, and find balance. Combining insights, stories, and strategies, this session will help you build self-awareness to confidently reimagine your next career chapter with renewed energy and purpose.
Leadership & Action: Framing AI for Success
See how leadership communication and small pilots build trust and accelerate adoption.
Inside the Forward-Deployed Engineer Role
Interactive session dissecting the FDE role with real-world examples, skill mapping, and discussion on how FDEs accelerate AI adoption in enterprise environments.
