Leland+ Content Library
Master’s Applications: How to Stand Out Before Deadlines Hit
With application deadlines fast approaching, now’s the time to make your Master’s application shine. In this session, expert Leland coaches Jennifer P. D. (AdCom at University of Wisconsin-Madison), Ash C. (AdCom at Carnegie Mellon University), Amy G. (AdCom Columbia & NYU) will walk you through how to strengthen every part of your application—from your personal statement to your resume and letters of recommendation. By the end, you’ll know exactly where to focus your time and how to stand out in a competitive applicant pool—no matter how close deadlines are.
Live Review of a Master's Personal Statement by an Expert Coach
Get an inside look at what makes a master’s personal statement stand out in a live, real-time review led by Ash C, one of Leland’s expert graduate admissions coaches. You’ll see how an experienced reader evaluates structure, clarity, storytelling, and fit—and learn exactly what elevates a draft from “good” to “admit-worthy.” Whether you're early in your writing or polishing your final version, you’ll walk away with concrete strategies to strengthen your own statement before deadlines hit.
Hedge Fund Hiring Part 2: Live Resume Reviews
In Part 2 of this two-part hedge fund hiring series, you’ll move from theory to execution with live, actionable feedback on what hedge funds actually look for on a resume. Led by Ash C., a professional hedge fund coach who has helped 100+ candidates break into discretionary, quant, and systematic funds, this session will focus on turning your background into a buy-side-ready profile. Drawing on her experience coaching 90+ Carnegie Mellon MFE students into firms like Citadel, Point72, AQR, Squarepoint, and Balyasny—and working directly with hiring managers as Associate Director of Career Services—Ash will review real resumes, highlight common gaps, and share concrete improvements that increase interview conversion.
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International Students & US Master's Admissions
Learn what Admissions Committees in the US look for in your graduate application.
CV Guide for Graduate School Admissions
How do graduate admissions committees view CVs? What's most important to include? What type of format should I use? Your answers are in this guide!
Hedge Fund Hiring Part 1: How to Be Competitive in Today's Job Market
Hedge fund recruiting has become more selective than ever, and standing out requires a clear, buy-side-ready profile. In Part 1 of this two-part series, Ash C., a hedge fund coach who has guided 100+ candidates into roles across discretionary, quant, and systematic funds, will break down what it actually takes to be competitive today. Drawing on her experience coaching 90+ MFE students and graduates at Carnegie Mellon into firms like Citadel, Point72, AQR, Squarepoint, and Balyasny, as well as working directly with hiring managers as Associate Director of Career Services, Ash will cover how funds evaluate candidates, common profile gaps, and how to translate strong technical or finance backgrounds into compelling hedge fund narratives. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of where you stand and how to position yourself effectively for today’s market.
Quantitative Finance Career Guide
A starter guide for careers, skills, and companies related to quantitative finance.
Beyond Buzzwords: Leverage Your LinkedIn - Webinar
If you're looking for low key ways to use social media for your job search and career change, you'll want to attend this workshop. Whether you're pivoting careers or breaking into quant finance, I'll make it easy and walk you step-by-step how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, find roles quickly, and build your network in a new field. For over a decade, I've taught LinkedIn strategies for the job search - showing 5000+ career changers and students how to use it to get noticed in a new field - ranging from finance, tech, engineering, and consulting to marketing, education, and healthcare. This isn't a lecture. This is a walkthrough. You’ll leave with concrete tips, examples, and action steps you can implement right away.
