Leland+ for MBA

Is the MBA Still Worth It? The Real ROI in an AI-Disrupted World [5/13/2026] (Recording)

It’s the most common question in admissions right now. With AI disrupting traditional MBA "on-ramps" in consulting, finance, and tech, many applicants are wondering if they are investing in a degree that the future is outgrowing. After this session, you will understand the new "MBA ROI." This will help you calibrate your story and application for an AI-augmented economy where your human-centric leadership is becoming the most valuable commodity in the market. We will save a large portion of this event to answer your questions.

Your GMAT Mistakes Called. Did You Get the Message? [5/20/2026] (Recording)

Ever feel like your GMAT prep isn’t paying off the way it should? You’re putting in the hours, solving question after question—yet your score isn’t reflecting your effort. What’s going wrong? In this interactive webinar, “Your GMAT Mistakes Called. Did You Get the Message?”, expert GMAT coach Jennifer PD will uncover how to learn from your mistakes. From flawed study strategies and timing issues to misreading questions and falling into trap answers, we’ll break down the patterns that silently hold you back. You’ll learn how to identify your personal weak spots, avoid repeating the same errors, and approach the exam with sharper strategy and confidence. Whether you’re just starting your GMAT journey or looking to push your score to the next level, this session will help you turn mistakes into meaningful progress.

From Orders to Offers: The 6-Month Plan to Apply with Confidence

Transitioning from the Military to an MBA can feel overwhelming, but with a clear six-month plan, it becomes manageable and strategic. This session breaks down exactly what to focus on each month, from clarifying goals and school selection to test strategy, resume positioning, essays, recommendations, and interview prep. You’ll learn how to sequence your efforts, avoid last-minute stress, and build momentum so you submit polished, confident applications for R1.

Harvard Business School Application

Full Harvard Application from student

MBA Interview Series: Wharton Team Based Discussion

Wharton’s Team-Based Discussion is unlike any other MBA interview—and succeeding requires a distinct approach. This session is designed to help you understand the format and stand out in a collaborative, high-pressure setting. You’ll learn how to contribute thoughtfully, lead without dominating, and communicate your ideas clearly while elevating the group. We’ll also cover what Wharton evaluators look for and common mistakes candidates make. Whether you’re preparing for your first TBD or refining your approach, you’ll leave with practical strategies to perform with confidence.

The MBA Story Bank Worksheet

Build your core story library before writing a single essay or preparing for a single interview. This fillable worksheet walks you through cataloging your 8–10 strongest career stories with the specificity MBA admissions committees and interviewers actually require — including a story card template for each experience, a theme matrix to map your stories to essay and interview categories, a coverage checker to identify gaps, and a goals and narrative prep section to build the spine of your entire application.

Resume from a HBS + GSB Deferred Admit - Entrepreneurship/Tech

View the resume from somebody who worked across consulting, entrepreneurship, and tech in their undergrad and was accepted into Harvard and Stanford's deferred programs.

Annotated Sloan Cover Letter

Sloan cover letter with sentence-by-sentence annotation

M7 Interview Series: Stanford

Stanford interviews are a pivotal step in the M7 admissions process, and thoughtful preparation can set you apart. This interview series is designed to help you approach your Stanford interview with confidence and clarity. You’ll learn how to structure strong answers, communicate your goals and values effectively, and handle common behavioral and fit questions. Whether you’re preparing for your first interview or refining your approach, you’ll leave with practical strategies to stand out.

How Top MBA Applicants Nail “Why MBA” and “Why Now”

“Why MBA” and “Why now” are two of the most important—and most challenging—questions in any MBA application. This session is designed to help you craft clear, convincing answers that show purpose, timing, and fit. In this event, you’ll learn how top applicants connect past experiences to future goals, articulate strong motivations, and avoid common pitfalls that weaken these essays and interview responses. We’ll also cover what admissions committees look for and how to make your story stand out. Whether you’re just starting your application or refining your narrative, you’ll leave with practical frameworks and greater confidence.

Ace Your Chicago Booth MBA Interview (2026 Intake)

This practical guide shows you how Booth interviews work and how to prepare effectively, based on real candidate experiences.

MBA Resume Template (Top School Format)

Admissions-Optimized Resume Format Used by Successful Applicants (Editable Word Doc Version)

Military to MBA with Alex S.

Join us for a focused workshop designed to help veterans and active-duty service members navigate the transition from the military to top MBA programs. Military veteran and Ross MBA Alex S. will break down how to translate your experience into civilian leadership language, highlight impact in a way admissions teams understand, and build a compelling narrative that showcases your trajectory. Learn to turn military experience into a powerful competitive advantage in MBA admissions!

How to Ace Your MBA Interview (2026 Intake)

This playbook is designed for candidates targeting M7 and Top 15 schools who want to turn an interview invite into an acceptance.

The Wharton TBD Interview Prep Guide (2026 Intake)

The Wharton TBD Interview Prep Guide (2026 Intake) is your strategic roadmap to excelling in one of the most distinctive MBA interviews. Inside, you’ll find actionable insights on: - How the TBD actually works - Crafting a sharp, differentiated 60-second pitch - Common team roles and group dynamics - Key do’s and don’ts - How evaluators think, and what truly sets standout candidates apart

The R2 Rejection Recovery Roadmap

You didn't get the R2 interview invite or you interviewed and got dinged. Now what? This workshop transforms your disappointment into strategic advantage. We'll reverse-engineer what went wrong, identify the exact gaps in your profile, and build your comeback plan: R3 application, reapplication timeline, or alternative pathways. You'll learn: - The 5 reasons R2 candidates get rejected (and how to diagnose which one was yours) - R3 application decision framework: When to pivot vs. when to wait - Building "new evidence" in 60 days for R3 applications - Reapplication timeline: What to fix between now and next R1 We'll discuss how I can best help: through a Ding Analysis, R3 strategic support, or something else.

M7 MBA Interview Bank: 150+ Questions by School (2024–25)

A comprehensive reference guide to documented M7 MBA interview questions — organized by school. Covers all seven programs (HBS, Stanford GSB, Wharton, Kellogg, Booth, MIT Sloan, and Columbia) with school-specific format breakdowns, 150+ questions categorized by theme, insider tips on what each school’s interviewers are actually evaluating, and a universal question bank that applies across all programs. Questions compiled from self-reported applicant accounts across the 2024 and 2025 admissions cycles.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

M7 MBA Essay Question Bank: Prompts by School (2024–25)

A reference guide to official M7 MBA essay prompts — organized by school. Covers all seven programs with each school’s full prompt list, word counts, what the admissions committee is actually evaluating per prompt, the most common mistakes that cost applicants, and strategic tips on what each school’s adcom is really looking for. Includes a format comparison table and universal essay principles that apply across all M7 applications.

GRE Score Distributions

This document shows a visual representation of the scoring distribution for quant, verbal, and analytical writing; and it also offers data insights for each.

AI in MBA Admissions: Opportunity, Risk, and Strategy [3/26/2026] (Recording)

AI is quickly changing how applicants research schools, refine essays, and prepare for interviews—but most candidates aren’t sure how to use it strategically without weakening their application. This session is for MBA applicants who want to understand where AI can genuinely strengthen their process and where it can quietly undermine authenticity. You’ll learn practical ways to use AI for brainstorming and feedback, how admissions readers may detect overly AI-generated materials, and how to maintain a strong personal voice while leveraging new tools. Join live to ask your questions about essays, school research, and interview prep in an AI-enabled world. The speaker is a Stanford instructor with experience in both MBA admissions and AI research, and regularly advises applicants navigating these decisions. They’ll share the kinds of frameworks and examples that typically come up in 1:1 strategy conversations with candidates.