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MBA Interview Series: Columbia

MBA Interview Series: Columbia

​The Columbia Business School interview is your chance to move beyond the application and show who you are as a candidate. In this event, Melanie E. (a former CBS Adcomm and interviewer) will walk you through what to expect, how to prepare, and strategies to stand out in the CBS interview process. You’ll gain insight into the types of questions asked, how to tell your story with confidence, and what Columbia admissions committees value most in applicants. ​Whether you’re applying this round or preparing for the future, this session will give you the tools to approach your interview with clarity, poise, and authenticity.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
CBS MBA Admitted Sample Essays

CBS MBA Admitted Sample Essays

CBS MBA Admitted Sample Essays. Lower GMAT - White Female - Luxury Background.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
Wharton 2025-26 Example Essays

Wharton 2025-26 Example Essays

Example essays answering the latest Wharton 2025-26 essay prompts. Asian Male candidate with consulting background.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
Finding Success as a Non-Traditional MBA Applicant

Finding Success as a Non-Traditional MBA Applicant

Learn how Coach Melanie E. went from Fashion to McKinsey as a successful non-traditional MBA applicant to M7 programs.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
MBA Recommendation Letter Example

MBA Recommendation Letter Example

MBA Recommendation Letter Example

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
Writing Standout DMBA Essays

Writing Standout DMBA Essays

Your Deferred MBA essays are your chance to show top programs who you are — but with limited experience, it can be hard to know what stories to tell and how to make them stand out. In this session, Leland Coaches Ben L., Melanie E., and Olivia P. — who have helped dozens of early-career applicants get into programs like HBS, GSB, and Wharton — will break down what makes a winning essay. They’ll share proven strategies for identifying your strongest themes, crafting a clear and authentic narrative, and avoiding the common pitfalls that hold candidates back. You’ll leave with a sharper sense of how to approach each prompt, connect your story to your goals, and position yourself as a must-admit candidate in this year’s Deferred MBA cycle.

Ben L.
Melanie E.
Olivia P.
3 contributors
Wrap Up Your MBA Prep Before R2 Deadlines

Wrap Up Your MBA Prep Before R2 Deadlines

Get ready to submit your strongest Round 2 MBA application with guidance from top Leland coaches. This session will cover final essay tweaks, resume polish, recommendation strategies, and interview prep to ensure every component of your application is aligned and compelling. You’ll leave with a clear plan and actionable next steps to approach Round 2 deadlines with confidence.

Timothy F.
Melanie E.
Joy P.
3 contributors
Marketing Resume Example – Luxury Retail, E-Commerce, and Sustainability

Marketing Resume Example – Luxury Retail, E-Commerce, and Sustainability

A high-impact resume featuring cross-functional marketing, digital strategy, and leadership experience in luxury fashion, e-commerce, and environmental advocacy.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
MBA Resume Example - Admitted Client

MBA Resume Example - Admitted Client

Admitted Client to Columbia Business School - Asian Female Retail/Social Media

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
NYU MBA Example Admitted Essays

NYU MBA Example Admitted Essays

NYU Stern MBA Example Admitted Essays - 2024-25 cycle

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
MBA Recommendation Letter Example

MBA Recommendation Letter Example

MBA Recommendation Letter Example for M7 Admitted Applicant

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
CBS MBA Example Admitted Essays

CBS MBA Example Admitted Essays

Check out these examples of CBS MBA Example Admitted Essays.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
CBS MBA Example Admitted Essays

CBS MBA Example Admitted Essays

Here are some examples of CBS MBA Example Admitted Essays.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
Kellogg MBA Example Essays

Kellogg MBA Example Essays

See these examples of Kellogg MBA Example Essays.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.
KPMG Consulting Cover Letter Example – From Fashion to Strategic Impact

KPMG Consulting Cover Letter Example – From Fashion to Strategic Impact

A compelling MBA internship cover letter showcasing a transition into consulting, backed by experience in analytics, global supply chains, and vendor negotiation in the fashion industry.

Melanie E.
Melanie E.

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