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Top-Ranked Free Master’s in … Germany and Austria

Think Technical University of Munich, Ludwig Maximilian University, University of Vienna, and TU Wien. These top-ranked German and Austrian institutions represent just the tip of what Central Europe's economic powerhouses offer: world-class master's degrees with zero to €12,000 annual tuition, far below North American alternatives. Behind these prestigious names are remarkable opportunities to pursue advanced degrees delivering exceptional return on investment while building careers in Europe's strongest economies. Germany and Austria host hundreds of top-ranked institutions offering over 1,500 English-taught master's programs spanning all major disciplines. Germany provides an 18-month post-study work permit, while Austria offers 12 months for job searching, with straightforward paths to permanent residence for skilled graduates. What if this high-quality, budget-friendly pathway to Central European career success is exactly your calling?

How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself”

Craft a concise, confident pitch that walks through your background, your "why PE" story, and what makes you different - using the 3-part Narrative Arc framework.

Strengths & Weaknesses: What to Say (and Avoid)

Break down high-impact strength answers and how to position weaknesses honestly without hurting your candidacy. Includes a list of examples that work in high-stakes settings.

Situational Questions: Handling “Tell Me About a Time...”

Master the STAR+ framework for behavioural stories (Situation, Task, Action, Result + Reflection). Tackle common questions around leadership, failure, teamwork, and ethical dilemmas.

Technical interviews: Overview

This module is all about mastering the finance concepts and frameworks tested in PE interviews - but without wasting time memorizing every textbook definition. You’ll learn how to approach technical questions like an investor, communicate with clarity, and avoid over-complication.

The Funnel Framework: A Tool for Any Technical Question

Use this simple but powerful 3-step thinking structure to break down any investment or business analysis question (e.g., "Would you invest in XYZ?", “How would you evaluate a company?”).

Deal Walk-Throughs: How to Present Your Experience

Learn how to structure a walk-through of your deal or project experience - even if you had limited exposure - by focusing on key drivers, your contribution, and commercial impact.

Verbal Case Studies: Structure & Strategy

How to structure your thinking under pressure - what questions to ask, what assumptions to make, and how to adapt frameworks.

Creating the Perfect MBA Resume

Slides from a presentation on Aug 5, 2025 on Leland

Essays (3): Duke Fuqua MBA Admitted Army Veteran

These are the 3 application essays of an Army veteran who secured Early Action admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.

How to Stand Out as a Computer Science Major

Learn why Computer Science has become one of the toughest majors to enter, and get actionable strategies to make your application rise above the crowd

MBA Resume Template with Helpful Notes

Word version of resume template based on Stanford Career Management Center guidelines

Do's and Don'ts of Personal Statements

A quick guide to help law school applicants write compelling personal statements.

Week 1: Thrive Worksheet

This worksheet is a supplement for Discovering Your Neurodivergent Strengths video.

AFOQT Math Formulas Sheet

You don’t need to memorize hundreds of formulas — you need to understand when and why to use each one.

The Career Accelerator: A Playbook for Your Job Search

This playbook provides a step-by-step guide to your entire job search, from defining your career strategy to negotiating your final offer.

UVA Admit Sample Resume [no legal work experience]

This applicant was admitted to several top law schools, including their Michigan, Duke, and UVA. Untraditional background/no legal experience.

Knight-Hennessy + Stanford Law Admit [2-pg resume]

Military veteran with 5+ years professional experience, 2-page resume (admitted to SLS, HLS)

Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholar Letter of Rec

Sample letter of rec for military vet selected as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar.

Navigating Law School Character & Fitness

A resource that advises on how best to approach character and fitness disclosures in law school applications.