Leland+ for MBA

MBA Resume Template and Best Practices Guide for M7 Schools

A customizable resume template with detailed formatting tips, writing guidelines, and MBA-specific strategies to help you create a clear, high-impact one-page resume.

MBA Round 1 Application Checklist and Timeline

A month-by-month guide covering every step of the Round 1 MBA application process—from goal-setting and test prep to essays, interviews, and final submission.

MBA Resume – Human Capital, Change Strategy, and Leadership

A high-impact resume featuring Deloitte consulting experience, leadership in organizational change, and deep engagement in mentorship, coaching, and community-building.

MBA Networking and Events Tracker

A spreadsheet to help applicants organize school events, conversations, and outreach—making it easy to track engagement and tailor applications effectively.

MBA Resume Final Submission Checklist

A practical one-pager to ensure your MBA resume is strategic, polished, and fully aligned with your application story—perfect for a last quality check before submission.

Example: Wharton Activities & Interests

Explore a successful example of supplementary materials for the Wharton application.

NYU Stern Example – Activities and Achievements List

A sample of curated extracurriculars and accomplishments designed to strengthen an MBA application by showcasing leadership, initiative, and impact.

Ultimate MBA Networking Template Guide

A complete set of customizable email and LinkedIn templates for every stage of MBA networking—from cold outreach to post-interview follow-ups and status updates.

Booth Essay 1 Example

Booth Essay 1 example of an accepted application.

Industry Placement & Recruiting Landscape

Identify where Kellogg grads go - from consulting and PE/VC to CPG, tech, and sustainability - and what this reveals about the school’s career DNA.

Essay 2 Brainstorm & Structure Worksheet

A guided worksheet designed to help you brainstorm impactful stories, identify key themes, and structure your Kellogg essay 2 with clarity and purpose.

Building a Kellogg-Ready Resume

Transform your resume from a job summary into a leadership showcase that highlights collaboration, impact, and growth potential.

Core MBA Story Worksheet

A step-by-step worksheet that helps you articulate your core MBA story to connect your past experiences, goals, and values into a compelling narrative.

Harvard Essay 2 Example

Harvard Essay 2 example, female from a CPG start-up, accepted into the class of 2028.

Kellogg Essay Walkthroughs

Detailed breakdown of Kellogg's core essays, how to structure your responses, and what they’re truly assessing.