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Where Should You Apply? Finding Your Fit in the IB Landscape
Not all investment banks—or banking roles—are created equal. From bulge brackets and elite boutiques to middle-market firms, each has its own recruiting process, culture, and career trajectory. In this session, you’ll learn how to evaluate your options and identify the firms and groups that best align with your goals, background, and interests. In this panel, Jonathan S., Yudhajit D., and Jared B. will break down the different types of investment banks, what each looks for in candidates, and how to strategically target your networking and applications for the best chance of success. Whether you’re just starting to explore investment banking or narrowing down your list for recruiting season, this event will help you confidently map your path into the right firm for you.
PM Recruiting - Top 5 Tips to Stand Out in the Process
Product management has become a highly sought after but competitive field to break into over the last several years. Karthik R. has been in Product for 15+ years now in Director+ roles across multiple Silicon valley companies. His current role is as Director of Product at Linkedin. He has interviewed, mentored and coached 100s of PMs as well as those aspiring to break into the field. Join him in understanding what it takes to break into Product, and walk away with a tangible strategy and roadmap to make it happen.
BCG Casey Chatbot 4 – Transitz (Mover)
Practice test 4
Authentic Storytelling for PEI Behavioral Interviews
McKinsey’s Personal Experience Interview (PEI) and other behavioral interviews can make or break your consulting application. Success isn’t just about rehearsing answers—it’s about telling authentic, memorable stories that highlight your leadership, impact, and problem-solving skills. Join expert coach Maria T. (Former recruiting lead at McKinsey) and learn how to refine your own stories and get personalized feedback to make sure they land. By the end, you’ll know how to craft and deliver stories that resonate—and feel confident showcasing your unique strengths in high-stakes behavioral interviews.
Where AI Delivers Value
Learn the ten most common areas where AI creates measurable impact across industries.
Summarizing & Synthesizing (using ChatGPT)
See how AI condenses lengthy information into clear, actionable insights using summarization tools.
Drafting & Content Creation (using Claude)
Learn how AI accelerates writing by generating strong first drafts for reports, blogs, and proposals.
AI ROI Case Studies (Quick Wins)
Review short case studies showing how small AI pilots can generate measurable results.
Key Principles
The mental models and habits that drive high accuracy.
Consulting referrals aren’t luck, they’re strategy
Learn how to find the right consultants, reach out to them personally, and build real relationships that lead to referrals and interviews.
The Career Accelerator: A Playbook for Your Job Search
This playbook provides a step-by-step guide to your entire job search, from defining your career strategy to negotiating your final offer.
UVA Admit Sample Resume [no legal work experience]
This applicant was admitted to several top law schools, including their Michigan, Duke, and UVA. Untraditional background/no legal experience.
Creating the Perfect MBA Resume
Slides from a presentation on Aug 5, 2025 on Leland
Do's and Don'ts of Personal Statements
A quick guide to help law school applicants write compelling personal statements.
Knight-Hennessy + Stanford Law Admit [2-pg resume]
Military veteran with 5+ years professional experience, 2-page resume (admitted to SLS, HLS)
Navigating Law School Character & Fitness
A resource that advises on how best to approach character and fitness disclosures in law school applications.
Resume: Army Veteran Admitted to Duke Fuqua MBA
This resume showcases an Army veteran from a non-traditional background who earned Early Action admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.
Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholar Letter of Rec
Sample letter of rec for military vet selected as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar.
Residency Application Tracker Template
This spreadsheet document allows you to compile information on the residency programs to which you are applying so you can track your applications.
MBA Recommender Packets
A step-by-step playbook for setting up recommenders for success and turning your recommenders into your strongest advocates.
