Leland+ for GMAT

Beginner GMAT Prep: 5 Strategic Decisions To Make

Join this session led by Leland coach Claire N. to learn the 5 critical decisions that will set you up for a focused, efficient prep journey. Whether you’re self-studying or hiring a tutor, these steps will help you avoid common pitfalls and start strong. ​You’ll leave with a customizable weekly plan, key resource recommendations, and clarity on how to tailor your study approach to your goals. Perfect for beginners who feel lost in the sea of GMAT advice. ​What you will get out of this event: ​5 key considerations to take into account to study for GMAT effectively (goal-setting, resource selection, and study tactics) ​Adaptable templates for weekly sprints that you can tailor as you go ​The chance to ask Claire any questions you have at the end ​This event is great for those looking to jumpstart their GMAT Prep journey and unsure where to start!

Master GMAT/GRE Reading and Main Idea Strategies

Unlock the secrets to mastering GMAT/GRE Reading and Main Idea Strategies with Angela L., a dedicated GMAT/GRE verbal tutor.

Cool, Calm, and Laser-Focused: Tame GMAT Test Anxiety

Join Leland coach Jennifer P. D. for a session packed with actionable tips and strategies for developing the calm, confident, laser-focused mindset that powers your best performance. ​If you've ever been frustrated at the way you lose your cool when the clock starts ticking, you're not alone! In Jennifer's 12 years of GMAT, GRE, and SAT coaching experience, she's encountered dozens of smart, utterly competent individuals who struggled to demonstrate their capabilities during these high-stakes exams. This fueled her drive to read research in neuroscience and performance psychology, to train in mindfulness meditation techniques, and to speak with candidates directly about what's playing out in their minds. Now she incorporates these concepts into all of her group classes and coaching - and it makes a difference! ​What's going on in your mind? Why is that normal? How can you shape it to work for you? Let's discuss. ​One of Jennifer's recent students wrote, "Working with Jennifer has been nothing but amazing and did wonders not only for my GMAT Focus score but also my general 'mindset' when it comes to high-pressure situations (as you experience during the exam). My GMAT Focus score jumped 110 points."

Covering the Three GMAT Principles of Exponents

Struggling with exponent questions on the GMAT? This session will break down the three core principles of exponents that form the foundation for many Quant problems. In this interactive workshop, Leland coach Hadi H. will guide you through each rule, show you how they appear on the test, and teach you how to apply them with confidence under time pressure. You’ll also leave with targeted practice strategies to strengthen your understanding and boost your accuracy outside of the session. ​Hadi H. is a top-ranked GMAT Focus tutor with a 770 GMAT score and over 200 successful students worldwide. A London Business School MBA alum and cofounder of A1 MBA Consulting, Hadi brings 3,700+ minutes of GMAT coaching experience, an exceptional track record of client score improvement, and deep expertise in helping applicants earn admission to top business schools including Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, INSEAD, and LBS.

Tricky Fractions and Fractional Expressions

Master the fundamentals of tricky fractions and fractional expressions with strategies for solving complex problems on standardized tests.

Mixtures and Weighted Averages with the Number Line Trick [8/13/2026] (Recording)

Come join this session to learn a very clearcut method for deciphering the most. complicated Mixture problems. I'll show you all the different variations of Mixture problems and how to tackle each type.

GMAT Scoring Isn't About Getting Everything Right: Why Top Scorers Skip [7/28/2026] (Recording)

60-minute Leland Event | Live with Q&A | Hosted by Josh P. Somewhere in your last mock, one question ate four minutes of your life. You knew you should let it go. You didn't — because walking away feels like giving points back. Here's what the scoring algorithm knows that you don't: your GMAT score isn't a count of right answers. The GMAT is adaptive. Every right answer pushes you toward harder questions; every wrong answer pulls you back toward easier ones. Your score isn't how many you got — it's the difficulty level you can hold. That flips two things most test-takers get backwards: a wrong answer at the top of your range isn't failure, it's evidence you're playing at your ceiling. And the four minutes you sink into one unwinnable question quietly costs you two or three winnable ones. (On the GMAT you can't leave a question blank — "skipping" means deciding fast, picking, and banking the time. That decision is a trainable skill.) In this 60-minute session, I'll put the scoring engine on screen — the same scoring model I coach my 1:1 students on Leland with — and then we'll train the skill live: real problems, you vote "fight or fold" in the chat, and we run the skip decision together. You'll learn: - How the adaptive algorithm actually sets your score — and why "answer everything right" is the wrong goal - The GMAT Potential map: why wrong answers at your edge mean you're exactly where you should be - The real cost of over-investing in one hard question (it's never just one question) - A two-question skip rule you can apply on your very next practice set Whether you're four weeks in or staring down a retake — if the clock beats you before the content does, this session is for you. Bring your questions: the last 15 minutes are open Q&A. Josh P. — GMAT Coach on Leland · Top 3 · 5.0★ · Booth MBA · Ex-BCG

Mixtures and Weighted Averages with the Number Line Trick [9/3/2026] (Recording)

Come join this session to learn a very clearcut method for deciphering the most. complicated Mixture problems. I'll show you all the different variations of Mixture problems and how to tackle each type.

GMAT Quant: The Most Important Strategies for a 90th-Percentile Score [9/10/2026] (Recording)

In this livestream, I’ll share my recommended GMAT study schedule and teach some of the most important strategies for improving your performance on GMAT Quant. You’ll learn how to structure your preparation, what to prioritize at different stages, and how to use practice questions and full-length exams effectively. We’ll work through representative GMAT-style problems, focusing not just on getting the right answer, but on developing the decision-making skills that lead to better performance. You’ll learn how to recognize common question types, identify efficient solution methods, avoid common traps, and manage your time on difficult questions. By the end of the livestream, you should be able to: * Build a structured GMAT study plan based on your timeline and goals * Identify the Quant topics and skills you should prioritize * Recognize common GMAT Quant question types * Improve your pacing and time-management strategy * Use practice questions and mock exams more effectively * Understand how high-scoring test takers approach GMAT Quant I’ve been tutoring standardized tests for more than 20 years and earned a 760 on the GMAT. I received my MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and earned a master’s degree in Political Science from Stanford University. This session is appropriate for students at a range of score levels, whether you’re just beginning your GMAT preparation or looking to push an already solid Quant score higher.

Weighing the GRE v. the GMAT! [6/18/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to choose between the GRE and GMAT based on your target programs, your testing strengths, and how each exam is actually evaluated by admissions committees. We will cover which schools still prefer one over the other, how to read your own diagnostic scores to predict where you will perform better, and what a realistic prep timeline looks like for each test. Attending live means you can describe your specific situation and get a direct answer, not a general framework that may or may not apply to you. The coach works with GRE and GMAT candidates regularly and will share the patterns that consistently guide that decision well.

GMAT Quant Strategies for 90%+ Scores [8/26/2026] (Recording)

Rusty on your Math skills? Eager to start studying for the GMAT, but need a refresher of the basic Arithmetic and Algebra topics tested on the exam? In this fun and engaging webinar designed and taught by the 99%-ile GMAT instructor with many years of teaching experience, you'll learn the strategies that will help you achieve success on the Quant section of the GMAT! If you're serious about mastering the GMAT and applying to the very best business schools, you can't afford to miss the FREE GMAT Strategies Workshop!

GMAT Quant Workshop 3 of 4 — Algebra: Equations, Exponents & Roots [9/15/2026] (Recording)

The GMAT doesn't reward algebra for its own sake — it rewards clean setups and fast, accurate manipulation. Equations, exponents, roots: rules you already know, applied under pressure and in disguise. Bring paper. You'll attempt real exam-style algebra problems live — equations, exponent rules, roots — then we'll solve each one together, step by step, so the mechanics turn automatic. Part 3 of a 4-part September series — drop into one session or attend all four: Sep 1 — Number Properties Sep 8 — Word Problems & Percents Sep 15 — Algebra & Equations Sep 22 — Rates, Work & Distance All sessions Tuesdays, 8:00 PM ET, 60 minutes.

Mixtures and Weighted Averages with the Number Line Trick [8/6/2026] (Recording)

Come join this session to learn a very clearcut method for deciphering the most. complicated Mixture problems. I'll show you all the different variations of Mixture problems and how to tackle each type.

Starting Your GMAT Journey: An Introduction to the GMAT Focus Edition [6/30/2026] (Recording)

Starting GMAT prep can feel overwhelming when you’re not sure how the Focus Edition works or where to begin. This session is for anyone looking for a clear introduction to the GMAT and the strategies that lead to strong performance over time. You’ll learn how the exam is structured, what each section is designed to test, and how to build a study plan that sets you up for steady improvement. Join live to ask questions about your own starting point and get guidance from a GMAT expert with over 25,000 hours of tutoring experience. The speaker has worked with students across a wide range of score goals and will share the patterns they see across successful test takers and the foundational strategies that consistently make the biggest difference.