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GMAT Guide: Strategies to Control Your Score

A comprehensive GMAT guide written by test-takers who earned scores that got them into top business schools. Covers how the GMAT fits into your MBA application, when to start preparing, how to build a study plan, ways to take control of your score, and section-by-section test-taking strategies — all designed to reduce test anxiety and help you perform your best. Editable Word version attached.

Path to MBA Information Deck

A comprehensive 59-slide deck covering the full path to an MBA: whether an MBA is right for you, what you'll learn, career and salary outcomes, program costs, how to select the right school, the application process and timeline, application tips, and financial aid options. Ideal for anyone considering or preparing to apply to top MBA programs.

MBA Resume Guide 2.0

A step-by-step guide to crafting an MBA application resume that stands out to admissions committees. Covers who your audience is, how to structure and format your resume, how to turn work experience into impact-driven bullet points, and common mistakes to avoid — with concrete writing tips throughout. Editable Word version attached so you can build directly from the guide.

Vanderbilt Personal Statement (Pathway2MBA)

Reflect on a challenge or stressful situation you have faced. How did you respond to this challenge, and what did you learn about yourself through the process? (300 words)

Vanderbilt Personal Statement (Pathway2MBA)

Please share what you hope to accomplish professionally before beginning your MBA at Vanderbilt. How does the MBA come into your plans and what are your short-term career goals after obtaining your MBA? (300 words)

Practical Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Strong MBA Application

Applying to an MBA is not simply about filling out forms, writing essays, and submitting a GMAT or GRE score. A successful MBA application is a strategic project. It requires self-reflection, school research, career clarity, storytelling, execution, and careful timing. The strongest candidates are not always the ones with the most perfect profile. They are usually the ones who understand their own story, know why they need the MBA, choose the right schools, and present a coherent case to the admissions committee. This document provides a basic A-to-Z roadmap for preparing a successful MBA application.

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid in MBA Applications

Are you gearing up to apply to MBA programs and want to ensure your application stands out? Join me, Emily, for an insightful session on the 7 Common Mistakes to Avoid in MBA Applications. With an MBA from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and 10 years of professional MBA coaching experience, I've guided hundreds of applicants through the intricate admissions process. This event will provide an overview of several key aspects of the application process, and equip you with knowledge of what to being doing NOW to set yourself up for success in Round 1 applications. Whether you're considering a traditional full-time MBA, a part-time MBA, or any other format, this session will equip you with the knowledge to avoid common pitfalls and maximize your chance of success. Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot. I look forward to helping you navigate your MBA journey with confidence!

MBA Inteview Guide

How to prepare for IESE, INSEAD, LBS, IE, ESADE and other top European MBA programs A practical two-page preparation guide for MBA admissions interviews. MBA interviews are not just a final checkpoint. They are your chance to show who you are beyond your CV, essays and test scores— and to prove that your goals, values and personality fit the school. A strong interview helps the school understand: Why MBA? · Why this school? · Why now? · Why you?

The Winning PM Resume Template

If you’re applying to Product Manager roles and getting ghosted, use this winning resume template. Clients who switched to this exact framework saw an interview success rate 5x higher than before! A great template gets you 80% of the way there, but the magic is in how you frame your specific product impact. Download the template into a PDF editor, follow the built-in instructions, and plug in your experience. Once you fill this out, don’t fly blind. Drop it in front of a trusted peer, or book a quick 1-on-1 resume review with me -> https://www.joinleland.com/coach/emily-t-4 to make sure your bullets are absolutely bulletproof. Good luck!

Winning Wharton Essays

Let's face it - Wharton's essay prompts are pretty dry. Check out how a tech consultant applicant nailed them by providing a vision for his career and what he wanted to gain/contribute to Wharton, while still showing personality and explaining what made him unique!

Tech Consulting Resume Example (Wharton/Kellogg/Tuck Admit)

This resume shows how to explain very technical work -- cybersecurity consulting -- in understandable, impact oriented language.

Fuqua Essays

Accepted with $55K/year scholarship. Applied during Round 1 of 2021 (class of 2024).

Marshall Essays

Accepted with full-tuition scholarship. Applied in Round 1 of 2021 (class of 2024).

Anderson Essays

Admitted with full-tuition scholarship. Applied in Round 1 of 2021 (class of 2024)

Supplemental Essay

This essay is used to explain a low undergrad GPA. I was admitted to 6/6 schools (Kellogg, Ross, Fuqua, Anderson, Marshall, McCombs), all with scholarships.

McCombs Essays

Accepted with a full-tuition scholarship. Applied in round 1 2021 (class of 2024).

Ross Essays

Admitted with full-tuition scholarship (Health Innovation Scholarship + Forte Fellowship). Applied Round 1 2021 (Class of 2024)

Example MBA Resume

Admitted to Kellogg, Ross, Fuqua, Anderson, Marshall, and McCombs with this resume.

Kellogg MBA Essays

Admitted to Kellogg with $20K/year scholarship during Round 1 of 2022 (class of 2024).

Nailing Your Wharton Essays [6/3/2026] (Recording)

Are you ready to craft compelling essays for your Wharton MBA application? Join me, Sabrina, a Wharton MBA alum and former admissions fellow, for an insightful session on how to nail your Wharton essays. With my experience as a co-host on the Wharton Fintech Podcast and leadership roles in various clubs, I have honed the art of storytelling and personal branding. During this event, I'll share strategies to help you articulate your unique narrative and stand out in the competitive application process. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insider tips and elevate your application. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!