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Nontraditional Pre-MBA Resume Template
Pre‑MBA resume template for nontraditional “alphabet soup” public‑sector folks, turning govt and advocacy experience into crisp, admit‑ready impact.
Networking Log
Keep track of all your coffee chats in one place! This tool allows you to record conversation notes, follow-ups, and next steps so you can maintain organized and professional outreach.
Deferred MBA Admissions Event Sprint Kickoff
Kick off Deferred MBA Week with an overview of everything you need to know to build a winning application strategy from start to finish. In this session, we’ll break down what makes deferred programs unique, what top schools are really looking for in early-career candidates, and how to use the rest of the sprint—panels, workshops, and AMAs—to your advantage. You’ll walk away with a clear game plan for essays, recommendations, testing, and timelines, plus guidance on how to prioritize your time based on where you are in the process.
Making Your “Why This School” Essays Impossible to Ignore
“Why this school?” is one of the most common—and most poorly executed—application essays. In this session, expert Leland coach and former AdComs at Chicago Booth Tim F. will break down what admissions committees actually look for and why generic answers fall flat. You’ll learn how to research programs deeply, connect your goals to specific resources, and write essays that feel personal, credible, and impossible to ignore.
Top 4 Resume Tips from an Ex-Disney Recruiter
When you get overwhelmed, focus on these 4 things when evaluating your resume. Appropriate for all candidate types, undergrad to executive.
Superday Technicals for IB and PE
Get ready to crush your Superdays! This session dives deep into the technical interview prep needed to stand out in final-round IB and PE interviews. Hosted by Max A. (Former Senior Associate @ Vector Capital Management) you'll review must-know concepts—from valuation and accounting to LBOs and market questions—and learn how to approach complex technicals under pressure. Max will also share real examples and insights from his own experience helping candidates break into top-tier firms.
Brainstorming Workshop
Use this worksheet to pull out your best stories before you write a single sentence.
Introduction to MBA Narrative Brainstorming
Learn to uncover and articulate your personal and professional story—clarifying what drives you, what you’ve done, and where you want to go—to form the foundation for your MBA applications.
Your Narrative Arc: Current Path vs Dream Career vs Disconnect
Map your current trajectory, envision your dream career, and identify the gap that an MBA can help bridge.
Communication Timeline & Etiquette Checklist
• When to send your first update (and how often to follow up) • How to structure your email cadence • Rules for event follow-up (e.g., after attending webinars or coffee chats) • Optional updates vs. overcommunication • Template calendar: sample outreach plan over 8 weeks
Personalization & Recommendations (Using ChatGPT)
Discover how to use AI to tailor content, messages, and experiences for different audiences.
Structure Down vs Build Up Approach
An overview of the structure down approach vs the build up approach for management consulting.
Brainstorming & Idea Generation (using Canva AI)
Learn how AI supports creative thinking and collaborative ideation sessions.
AI Ethics Policy Template
Use this template to draft or refine your organization’s responsible AI policy.
October Series Session 7: Negotiating Confidently
This session teaches you to treat salary negotiation as a normal business conversation about your value.
Online Interview Tips and Checklist
Prepare for your online or video conference interview - prepare for technical mishaps, avoid awkward exchanges, and present your best (virtual) self
Warton TBD Example Pitch 1 - 2024
This is an example of a successful Wharton TBD pitch from 2024
How to Nail “Why This Fund?”
Learn how to research a fund beyond their website - including their strategy, culture, and recent deals - and turn that insight into a response that shows deep alignment.
IB/PE Networking Tracker Tool
This networking tracker helps you organize and track outreach to investment banking and private equity professionals. It provides a structured way to log contacts, conversations, and follow-up actions throughout the recruiting process.
Supplemental Essays and Law School Admissions: Which Ones Should You Write?
When it comes to law school admissions, supplemental essays can make or break your application—but how do you know which ones are worth writing? In this workshop, Liz C.—a law school admissions expert with nearly a decade of experience, including eight years at the University of Houston Law Center—will break down the most common supplemental essays and how to approach them strategically. Drawing on her experience reading thousands of applications, Liz will share insider advice on optional essays, diversity statements, and addenda—helping you decide when to write, what to include, and how to make each piece count. Whether you’re applying to T-14 programs or regional schools, you’ll leave this session knowing how to tailor your essays to stand out authentically.
