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BYU "Falling Short" Example Essay - Mental Health
An essay responding to the BYU application prompt about a time efforts fell short, sharing a personal story about overcoming mental health struggles.
Landing the Interview: Consulting Networking 101
Networking is often the single most important—and most misunderstood—part of landing interviews at top consulting firms. In this session, you’ll learn how to strategically build connections, approach coffee chats with confidence, and leave a lasting impression that translates into interview invites. From emails to LinkedIn outreach to in-person conversations, we’ll break down the practical steps you need to take to stand out. The workshop will be led by Tony C., a Leland coach and former BCG consultant who has helped many candidates successfully navigate the consulting recruiting process. You’ll walk away with clear strategies, actionable templates, and the confidence to make networking one of your strongest assets in recruiting.
The Five Most Important Geometry Equations in the GRE
Geometry can be one of the trickiest parts of the GRE Quant section—but with the right formulas at your fingertips, you can approach these questions with confidence. In this workshop, Matt R.—a top GRE coach with years of experience helping students boost their scores—will break down the five most essential geometry equations you need to know before test day.
Breaking into IB in London
In this session, Leland coach Vanessa L.—a former investment banker turned operator and investor—shares her insider perspective on breaking into Investment Banking in London. Having worked across M&A and capital markets at top firms in both NYC and London, she’s coached 40+ professionals through high-stakes transitions into IB and beyond. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies for refining your story, succeeding in interviews, and navigating the competitive London IBD landscape. Whether you're targeting analyst roles or looking to pivot into IB from another path, this session is designed to equip you with the confidence, clarity, and practical tools to advance your career with intention.
GRE Week (September 2-4) Kickoff
Join us for Leland's FREE GRE Week (September 2-4, 2025)! You’re invited to the ultimate GRE prep week, designed to help you surpass your target test scores. During this Kickoff top coaches Bruce H., Matt R., and Audra Z. will answer questions about best tips and strategies to ace the GRE. This week will feature online sessions hosted by top Leland tutors, instructors, and coaches who will give you extremely tactical insight for each section of the exam. Join them as they cover the GRE outline, recent updates to the exam, general study tips, online vs. in-person testing, common mistakes, and more.
Writing Standout Application Essays
Led by Tim F. (Former Adcom at Chicago Booth), Laura N. (Former Adcom at Michigan Ross), and Angela C. (Stanford) this session will provide you with valuable insights, proven strategies, and expert guidance to help you create impactful essays that reflect your unique experiences and aspirations. Discover top tips for capturing the attention of admissions committees, structuring your essays effectively, and showcasing your authentic voice. Whether you are just starting your application or looking to refine your existing essays, this workshop will equip you with the tools and techniques necessary to make your application shine.
School Selection Strategy
Develop a robust strategy to select Master's programs to apply to.
Landing the Interview: Consulting Networking 101
Networking is often the single most important—and most misunderstood—part of landing interviews at top consulting firms. In this session, you’ll learn how to strategically build connections, approach coffee chats with confidence, and leave a lasting impression that translates into interview invites. From emails to LinkedIn outreach to in-person conversations, we’ll break down the practical steps you need to take to stand out. The workshop will be led by Tony C., a Leland coach and former BCG consultant who has helped many candidates successfully navigate the consulting recruiting process. You’ll walk away with clear strategies, actionable templates, and the confidence to make networking one of your strongest assets in recruiting.
Breaking Into & Excelling in Product Marketing: Top 10 Proven Attributes of Exceptional PMMs
Product Marketing is one of the most dynamic and impactful roles in marketing. It is also not consistently defined across organizations. Without a clear understanding of what truly drives success, it’s easy to get overlooked for promotions, or miss the mark when trying to break into the role. Join Amy Chou (Former Google & TikTok Product Marketing Exec) and Kevin Au (Former Product Marketing Executive at Bill) for a 45-minute Q&A style discussion. Designed for: Marketers looking to break into PMM, and Current PMMs wanting to level up and accelerate their career growth Together, these two former PMM senior leaders will share insider insights on the Top 10 Attributes of Exceptional PMMs, qualities that separate great PMMs from good ones. You’ll walk away with: What hiring managers really look for when building PMM teams. The critical skills and traits top-performing PMMs consistently demonstrate. Guidance to assess your own strengths and identify growth areas. Real-world examples of how these show up in day-to-day work. Join us and leave with practical tips to elevate your impact and accelerate your PMM growth!
What Makes a Good Stock Pitch
Whether you’re preparing for investment banking, equity research, or hedge fund interviews, mastering the stock pitch is essential. In this session, industry expert and coach Bepul S. will break down the core elements of a strong stock pitch and share insights from real-world investing experience. By the end, you’ll understand what differentiates a “good” pitch from a great one and leave with actionable steps to sharpen your own stock pitch skills.
BCG Casey Chatbot 2 – Interstate Highway Corp (Highroad)
Practice test 2
Jobs to Be Done Framework Reference Guide with Multi-Industry Examples
Reference guide covering the JTBD formula, real-world examples across B2B and B2C companies (Spotify, Peloton, Slack, HubSpot, Figma, and more), and quick tips for applying JTBD thinking to your startup. Use this to understand the framework deeply and see how different companies address different jobs for different customer segments.
BCG Casey Chatbot 10 – National Health Trust (Ministry of Health)
Practice test 10
FAQs for Profitability
An overview of FAQs for profitability frameworks for management consulting.
Executive Systems for Life and Work: Applying CEO-Level Tools to Your Personal and Family Life
The best leaders don’t just run great companies—they run their lives with the same level of clarity, structure, and purpose. In this session, expert Leland coach Gwen T. will share how to apply executive-level systems and frameworks to your personal and family life to create more alignment, efficiency, and peace of mind. You’ll walk away with practical, easy-to-implement strategies to operate your life like a high-performing organization—without losing sight of what matters most.
Attributes you need in a great DMBA Essay
The things admissions committees look for
Building AI Prototypes as a Product Manager
Launching AI products requires a different approach than traditional product development. In this session, Principal Product Manager at Nike and AI expert Jon M. will walk you through the process of building AI prototypes that are functional, user-centered, and testable. You’ll learn how to translate ideas into working prototypes, validate assumptions with real users, and iterate effectively to ensure your AI product delivers lasting value. By the end, you’ll have practical strategies to bridge the gap between AI concepts and actionable product outcomes.
Create Your MBA School List
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Statement of Purpose Writing Guide & Examples
Comprehensive essay guide for applicants to master's and doctoral programs in the US
Exercise: Take an Inventory of Your PM Skills
This exercise guides you to evaluate your core product management skills, highlight strengths, and identify areas for growth to better understand and position your unique PM profile.
