Leland+ Content Library
The International Applicant’s Roadmap to U.S. MBA Success
Building the Foundations
Understanding The Process Before You Launch Your Journey
Essay Strategy
“Why MBA,” goals essays, school vision essays
Letters of Recommendation
Who to choose globally, coaching recommenders ethically
Master the Interview
Tips and Pitfalls to Avoid
Competency Questions
Leadership, failure, teamwork, ethics
Finish Strong
What Happens After You Submit?
Waitlist Strategy
Updates, new achievements, school engagement
Course Conclusion
What You've Learn and What's Next
Leadership in Global Contexts
Influence vs title, cross-cultural teamwork, initiative
Extracurricular Strategy
Volunteering, professional associations, passion projects
Build a Cohesive Narrative
Understanding The Importance of Each Element In Your Application
School Research Strategy
Culture matching, curriculum, recruiting strengths
Adcom Insider Tip #3
How Top MBA Programs Actually Read Essays (HBS vs GSB vs Wharton vs MIT)
Targeted School Essays
Harvard, Wharton, MIT Sloan, examples
AdCom Insider Tip #4
Position Yourself on LinkedIn Like a Future MBA, Not Just Your Current Job Title
Behavioral Interview
STAR strategy + international context examples
School-Specific Interviews
HBS, Wharton TBD, MIT behavioral, Kellogg/team-based
Mock Interview Practice
Real simulation exercises
Translating Your Experience
Speak the US MBA Admissions Language
