Leland+ Content Library
Boston Consulting Group: Interview Prep
Overview of BCG’s interview process. Learners will master both the case and behavioral formats, understand what interviewers evaluate, and develop habits to stay calm, structured, and authentic throughout.
How to Find Your Core Values
Learn how to identify your core values and use them to guide your career and life decisions. We'll provide a simple exercise to help you discover what truly matters to you.
Deferred MBA M7 Series: MIT Sloan
Join us for a focused deep dive into the MIT Sloan Deferred MBA Program, designed to help early-career candidates understand what Sloan looks for and how to craft a standout application. We’ll walk through the program structure, what makes Sloan unique, and the key qualities the admissions committee consistently values. You’ll leave with concrete guidance on how to position your experiences, highlight impact, and present an application that resonates with Sloan’s data-driven, principled-leadership culture.
MBA Interview Series
Case Interview Template: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough and Download
Master the core case interview templates with this step-by-step walkthrough. Learn how to structure your thoughts, ask the right questions, and guide the interview to a successful conclusion.
Flow of a Case: A Step-by-Step Guide
Master the case interview process from start to finish. This guide breaks down each stage, from the initial prompt to the final recommendation, so you can confidently navigate the interview.
Framing Professional Potential and Full-Time Work Experience
Learn how to position your full-time plans (after finishing your undergraduate degree) for the MBA programs you're applying to.
Booth Deferred MBA Resume: Energy & BizOps Sample
See a successful deferred MBA resume example for Energy & Business Operations. Learn to craft yours for top programs like Booth!
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.
How to Create a Standout Deferred MBA Application
Deferred MBA programs look for future leaders with clarity of purpose, strong trajectory, and long-term potential, not just impressive internships or grades. This session breaks down what top programs actually evaluate in deferred candidates and how to position yourself early in your career. You’ll learn how to craft a compelling narrative, articulate credible goals, choose recommenders strategically, and avoid common mistakes that hold applicants back. Whether you’re just starting to explore deferred programs or actively preparing to apply, this workshop will help you build a focused, competitive application strategy.
Writing Strong Statements for Graduate Applications: Purpose, Diversity, and Research
Your graduate application statements are a critical opportunity to show admissions committees who you are, what drives you, and how you’ll contribute to their program. In this session, expert Leland coach and former UC Irvine Program Director Bryan M. will guide you through crafting essays that effectively convey your purpose, highlight your unique perspective, and showcase relevant research or professional experiences. By the end, you’ll have actionable strategies to write statements that stand out and make a lasting impression on admissions committees.
MBA Interview Series: HBS
The HBS interview is one of the most challenging—and distinctive—parts of the MBA admissions process. In this workshop, Leland coach Geri T., a former HBS Admissions Board member with years of experience evaluating candidates, will break down what makes the HBS interview unique and how you can prepare with confidence. Drawing on her time at HBS and her track record coaching applicants into top MBA programs, Geri will share what the admissions team is really looking for, the kinds of questions you should expect, and strategies to present your experiences authentically while staying structured under pressure. With Round 1 interviews approaching, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to stand out when it matters most.
Classic Case Types: A Comprehensive Guide
Master the most common case interview types, from profitability and market sizing to growth and M&A. Learn how to identify each case type and apply the right framework to solve it.
GMAT Reading Comprehension Booster
Are you preparing for the GMAT and looking to enhance your reading comprehension skills? Join Tim F. in this GMAT Reading Comprehension Booster Class to master this crucial section of the exam.
Deferred MBA Example Resume – Consulting, Tech, and Leadership
Resume featuring top-tier consulting experience, strong academic performance, and leadership in pro bono and competitive extracurriculars, tailored for deferred MBA programs.
Medical School Decider Tool
Unsure which medical schools to apply to? Use our tool to compare different programs based on your top priorities for medical school.
School-Specific Advice
Applying to a specific school? Get the inside scoop from our top coaches, with tips and strategies tailored to your target programs.
BSchool blogs and newspapers
A curated list of top business school blogs and student newspapers to help candidates stay informed on programs, culture, and admissions insights.
Stanford GSB Essay – Behavioral Science, Business, and Community Impact
A compelling response to “What matters most and why?” that traces the applicant’s passion for behavioral economics, its practical application in community and business settings, and a long-term vision of driving ethical, evidence-based impact.
What To Think About When Thinking About College
These questions will help guide you in thinking about your college(s) "Fit." It's important to think about what matters to you outside the classroom, too, because most of your time at college is spent there.
