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MBA Program Research Template

A structured guide to help applicants deeply research and assess MBA programs—from academics to culture to post-grad outcomes—for stronger essays and interviews.

Top 10 Deferred MBA Programs and Deadlines

Learn about specific nuances of the top MBA programs. Note: The deadlines in this video are from a prior application cycle.

Understanding Deferred MBA Application Components and Timeline

Learn how you should prioritize the main elements of the deferred MBA application.

Crafting Strong Recommendation Letters - Template

Prepare your recommenders effectively to secure compelling letters that strengthen your applications for top programs.

HBS Example Essays on Impact, Inclusion & Leadership

Discover how to craft compelling Harvard Business School essays that highlight your commitment to challenging the status quo, driving inclusion, and leading with authenticity.

Cover Letter Example for Top Consulting Firms

Real cover letter used to apply to BCG, Bain, McKinsey, Deloitte, EY-Parthenon, and L.E.K. for a full-time role.

Networking: Crafting Your Outreach Emails

A guide to writing effective outreach emails. Learn key steps for finding contacts, tailoring your message, and using sample emails for initial contact and follow-ups.

How to Ace Your Job Interview

A professional career coach shares her framework for answering behavioral questions, preparing for hypotheticals, and using the PSR method to stand out.

Practice Paper LBO: A Downloadable Drill

Master the pen-and-paper LBO interview with this downloadable practice problem. Learn to quickly and accurately calculate IRR and returns without a calculator or Excel.

Bain Cover Letter Example – Rising Ross Senior & First-Gen Leader

A driven BBA candidate shares her journey from rural China to Goldman Sachs and PwC—now aiming to join Bain’s collaborative, impact-driven team.

Key Calculations for Case Interviews

Master the math behind market sizing, profitability, and breakeven to boost your case performance.

Activities & Interests Overview for MBA Candidates

This video explains how to approach the activities and interests section of MBA applications.

Consulting Applications: An Overview

A guide to navigating the entire consulting application process, from networking and resume building to interviews and offer negotiation.

MIT Sloan Optional Essay

An essay on a personal mission of giving back, influenced by family history and demonstrated with community advocacy and mentorship.

Essay Branding Analysis & Example

Learn to build a compelling MBA application narrative by transforming your personal story into a powerful statement of purpose and ambition

MIT Sloan Cover Letter: Learn by Doing

See a compelling MIT Sloan MBA cover letter example, highlighting practical experience, leadership, and a "learn by doing" philosophy.