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School Research Strategy
Culture matching, curriculum, recruiting strengths
Finance to MBA: Showing Impact and Proving Passion
Breaking into an MBA program from a finance background takes more than strong credentials—it’s about showing real impact and authentic passion. In this session, Leland coaches John N. (Kellogg MBA), Faisal K. (Booth adcom), and Kelsey K. (CBS adcom) will share how to differentiate yourself, connect your experience to your goals, and stand out in essays and interviews. Perfect for finance professionals aiming to make a powerful impression in Round 2.
Word Problems Practice Set (Medium Difficulty)
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Word Problems Practice Set (Advanced Difficulty)
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Counting & Probability Practice Set (Medium Difficulty)
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Counting & Probability Practice Set (Advanced Difficulty)
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Statistics Practice Set (Medium Difficulty)
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Ratios Practice Set (Advanced Difficulty)
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Number Properties Practice Set (Advanced Difficulty)
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Résumé for U.S. MBA Applications
One-page rules, U.S. formatting, action verbs, metrics
Arithmetic Practice Set (Medium Difficulty)
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Arithmetic Practice Set (Advanced Difficulty)
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Extracurricular Strategy
Volunteering, professional associations, passion projects
Addressing Weak Spots
GPA conversion, school prestige gaps, job title confusion
Leadership in Global Contexts
Influence vs title, cross-cultural teamwork, initiative
Translating Your Experience
Speak the US MBA Admissions Language
Translating Work Experience
Clarifying roles, context, business scale, quantifying impact
Career Story & Post-MBA Goals
Structuring a compelling international career narrative
Consulting-to-MBA: Stand out as a "Traditional" Candidate
Consultants make up one of the largest applicant pools to top MBA programs—which means standing out is more important than ever. In this panel, Leland coaches Andy P. (Top MBA coach for 20 years), Karla M. (150+ M7 Admits, prior consultant, Harvard/Booth dual degree grad), and Ben L. (300+ M7 Admits, prior consultant, GSB grad) will share how to craft an authentic, differentiated story that sets you apart from thousands of other applicants with similar backgrounds. You’ll learn how to translate your consulting experience into powerful application essays, recommendations, and interviews that highlight your leadership, impact, and future goals. Whether you’re a current analyst, associate, or engagement manager preparing for a future cycle, this session will give you actionable strategies to turn a “traditional” background into a standout advantage.
PM Interview Question Drills
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