Leland+ Content Library

M7 MBA Resume Differentiators - School by School Guide

A detailed school-by-school guide on refining your resume for competitive M7 MBA programs

Landing an M7 MBA Acceptance with a Non-Traditional Background

See how applicants from unconventional paths break into top programs—and how you can too.

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.

Personal Statement Office Hours: Advice from an Oxford Grad [8/23/2026] (Recording)

Join Zuwena V., a Master's graduate from the University of Oxford and an expert admissions and writing coach, for live virtual office hours to tackle the hardest part of the application process. Bring your personal statement drafts, outlines, questions, or prompts for live feedback, advice, and guidance on your master's and undergraduate applications! Together, we'll cover structure, flow, fit, and how to tell your story for maximum impact. Drafts will be reviewed on a first come, first serve basis. Spaces are limited; register now to save your spot!

Deferred MBA Recommended Application Timeline

Plan your path to a top DMBA program. Learn what the ideal timeline should look like during your last year of school, from GMAT/GRE prep, essays, recommendations, and more.

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.

Professional CV Template

CV template that has gotten me into a top-tier consulting firm and T15 MBA programs

Medical School Funding Guide

Professional school costs can be daunting. Review options including federal loans, scholarships and loan forgiveness programs.

How To Fund Dental School

Professional school costs can be daunting. Review options including federal loans, scholarships and loan fogiveness programs.

How to Land a PM offer at Google

​Landing a product management role at Google is one of the toughest challenges in tech—but with the right strategy, preparation, and mindset, it’s absolutely achievable. In this workshop, Rachel T.—a former Senior Product Manager at Google who has conducted 380+ PM interviews and mentored through Google’s G-Mentors Program—will share insider insights on how to stand out throughout the hiring process. ​Drawing on her experience receiving offers from multiple FAANG companies and coaching candidates to land roles at Google, OpenAI, Meta, and Amazon, Rachel will walk you through how to craft your story, master product and behavioral interviews, and demonstrate the leadership and problem-solving skills Google values most. Whether you’re applying for your first PM role or aiming for a senior-level position, this session will give you the frameworks and confidence to succeed.

Stanford GSB Essays – Empathy, Innovation, and EV Leadership

Includes two essays responding to Stanford’s prompts: “What matters most to you and why?” and “Why Stanford?” The applicant explores empathy as a leadership principle and outlines a vision for leading urban transformation through electric vehicle innovation.

Tracking & Documentation (using Notion AI)

See how AI automates meeting notes, summaries, and project documentation for faster reporting.

MBA Application Tracker

A spreadsheet to organize school deadlines, application components, recommender progress, and submission status across multiple MBA programs.

Six Pillars MBA Application Strategy Template

A structured worksheet for mapping your experiences to the Six Pillars MBA programs use to evaluate candidates.

Deferred MBA M7 Series: Columbia

Applying to Columbia Business School’s deferred MBA program is a unique opportunity—and a uniquely competitive one. In this session, Melanie E.—a multi-disciplinary coach featured in Forbes, NBC, ABC, CBS, Business Insider, and TEDx—will break down exactly what CBS is looking for and how to position yourself as a standout candidate. With deep experience coaching applicants into top MBA programs and a coaching style tailored to each individual’s strengths, Melanie will walk you through how to craft a compelling narrative, highlight leadership potential, and approach Columbia’s essays and recommendations with clarity and strategy. Whether you’re early in your MBA exploration or preparing to hit submit, this session will give you actionable insights to strengthen your CBS deferred application.

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.

Dashboarding with AI [7/14/2026] (Recording)

Finance teams are drowning in data, but turning that data into clear, actionable insights remains a major challenge. This session is for finance professionals who want to leverage AI to build smarter dashboards, surface key metrics faster, and improve decision-making. You’ll learn how AI can streamline dashboard creation, automate analysis, and help uncover insights that traditional reporting often misses. Join live to hear from a master in AI for finance and explore how leading professionals are integrating AI into modern financial workflows. The speaker will share practical use cases, powerful dashboarding strategies, and real-world examples of how AI can transform raw data into meaningful business intelligence. Expect actionable ideas you can apply immediately in your own finance work.

GMAT Reading Comprehension Hacks

Boost your RC score with strategies for faster reading, better retention, and smarter elimination.