Leland+ for MBA

(Jul. 2024) How an AdCom Evaluates an MBA Application

A behind-the-scenes look at the MBA admissions process, breaking down how AdComs assess your resume, essays, recommendations, and overall story to make admit decisions.

Finance to MBA Panel

A candid panel discussion featuring applicants and admits from finance backgrounds sharing insights on their MBA journeys, career pivots, and tips for standing out in the application process.

Columbia Business School Essay Examples– Fashion, Sustainability, and Inclusive Leadership

A set of CBS essays from an admitted applicant, weaving together a passion for heritage fashion, operational sustainability, and community building through DEI initiatives.

Navigating M7 MBA Admissions with Average GPA and Test Scores

Learn what you can to stand out in M7 MBA admissions, even with average GPA and test scores.

Veterans MBA Admissions: Fireside Chat + Panel Discussion

Listen to a panel of three MBA experts who also have experience working with and being veteran MBA applicants.

Pathway to a Joint MBA/MPP: Admissions Insights

Learn how to bridge business and public policy for a powerful career. Three coaches with MBA/MPP experience share their unique perspectives on MBA/MPP admissions.

60 Days From MBA Deadlines: What You Should be Focused On

Deadlines approaching? Learn the critical steps to refine your MBA applications, essays, and recommendations in the final 60 days!

Writing Compelling MBA Application Essays

Craft standout, poetic essays that captivate admissions committees!

Forming an MBA Application Strategy + Ask Me Anything

Develop a strong MBA application strategy! Join our session to watch questions answered on standing out and getting accepted.

Writing Standout MBA Application Essays

Essays are one of the most complex parts of the MBA application process. Learn best practices from three of Leland's top coaches.

Tech to MBA Panel

Learn from experts on transitioning from a tech career to an MBA.

CBS Example Essay: Impact Investing & Community

Learn how this applicant plans to leverage an MBA for social impact, inspired by personal experiences and a drive for community change.

Michigan Ross MBA Essays From an Admitted Student

Discover impactful essays that contributed to a successful application to the Michigan Ross MBA program.

Duke Fuqua Sample MBA Essays - Business Administration Background

Gain insight into the compelling essays that secured admission to Duke Fuqua's Daytime MBA program.

MBA Resume From a Financial Services Professional

A detailed resume showcasing a financial services professional's experience in marketing, analysis, and leadership.

Example: Full HBS Application

Explore a comprehensive HBS admitted application from essays, to recommenders, to a resume.

Why Wharton Essay - Career Goals & EdTech Vision

An MBA essay outlining a clear path from sales to ed-tech entrepreneurship, leveraging Wharton’s academic and community resources.

Stanford GSB Essays - Focus on Social Justice and Renewable Energy

This document contains two essays for Stanford University: "What matters most to you, and why?" detailing the applicant's commitment to social justice and the impact of renewable energy, and "Why Stanford?" outlining their career aspirations in energy project finance and leadership.

Navigating the MBA Recommendation Process

A step-by-step walkthrough on how to choose, guide, and support your MBA recommenders for strong, authentic letters.

MBA Week Kickoff: What You Can Do to 3X Your Chances at Landing in the M7 [8/17/2026] (Recording)

Leland is teaming up with Poets & Quants for a week built around one thing: helping you maximize your chances at your dream MBA program. This kickoff panel brings together MBA coaches who have helped hundreds of clients get into M7 schools. They'll break down what actually works, and what doesn't, on essays, resumes, letters of recommendation, and the rest of your application. This isn't another online article or Reddit thread. It's advice straight from people who know what gets someone in versus what gets them rejected. Throughout the week, we'll go deeper into each part of the process so you'll leave with a clear plan for what your application needs to stand out.