Leland+ for MBA

GSB & HBS Admit - Resume - Finance / VC - Climate

Resume of American admit to GSB and HBS - GS to VC - Climate Tech

GSB Admit - What Matters Most - Finance VC Climate

What Matters Most Essay Example - climate, career, and future ambitions

Attributes you need in a great DMBA Essay

The things admissions committees look for

GSB Admit - Resume

Resume for an international student GSB admit - woman working in manufacturing

GSB Admit - Why Stanford Essay - Climate VC

Why Stanford essay from finance > climate VC candidate

GSB Admit - Rec Letter - Direct Manager VC

Example Direct Manager Recommendation from GSB Admit

Build Your Personal Brand: Craft Your Story & Stand

A practical workbook that helps professionals define and confidently communicate their personal brand during a career transition.

Writing a Holistic Set of Kellogg Essays (Deck)

Many applicants find a way to write at least one strong essay. But those that really maximize the essay-writing process find a way to make clear how their experiences inform their goals, and develop clear narrative through-lines that make their contributions to the school and program tangible. They have a “brand”. You know what they’re all about. This event will draw from example essays written by successful Northwestern Kellogg admits. These essays were particularly strong in how they spoke to one another—how they created a three-dimensional applicant who top Kellogg AdComs could envision contributing to their community. Their professional and judiciously placed personal experience offer evidence for why they’re the kind of person who will make their specific kind of difference in the world. During this session, we'll analyze these essays alongside you so you have a clear view into how you can apply what you've learned to your own writing, and put your best application forward for Kellogg's top-flight MBA program.

Writing Standout Application Essays

​​Led by an experienced admissions panel, 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.

Career Transition to Tech: What to Know

Learn the basics of transitioning into a tech career post-MBA. We'll cover everything from company culture to key roles.

2025 DMBA Recommendation Prep Template

A complete guide to preparing your recommenders for the 2025 deferred MBA admissions cycle. Learn how to get powerful LORs that get you accepted.

Recommender Prep Doc: Secure a Powerful LOR

A complete guide to preparing your recommenders. Learn how to provide them with the information they need to write a powerful letter of recommendation.

2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholars - How to Answer the Short Answer Questions

This insider guide reveals what KHS really wants beyond stated criteria, offering specific frameworks for the three critical short answer questions

2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholars Recommender Guide

Comprehensive guide to preparing your recommenders for the Knight Hennessy Scholarship

Resume for Knight-Hennessy Scholarship Application

Resume of an admitted Knight-Hennessy scholar

2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholars - Rec Template

Downloadable template to prepare your Knight Hennessy Scholars Recommenders - see associated PDF Guide for instructions!

Leland MBA Week (June 2-6) Kickoff

​Join us for Leland's FREE MBA Week (June 2-6) Kickoff! You’re invited to the ultimate MBA admissions prep week, designed to help you get into your dream program. ​This week will feature a series of online sessions hosted by some of Leland’s top admissions coaches—former admissions officers and application experts who have helped hundreds of applicants get into schools like GSB, HBS, Wharton, Booth, and more. ​Throughout the week, you’ll gain extremely tactical insight on school selection, application strategy, essay writing, interviews, and more. Last year, more than 3,000 participants joined us, and we can’t wait to welcome even more of you this year! ​In this kickoff session, we’ll cover essential topics like crafting your personal story, selecting the right schools, and what MBA programs are really looking for. Our expert panelists include Timothy F. (former Chicago Booth Admissions Fellow with 150+ M7 admits), and Geri T. (former Associate Director of Harvard Business School with 75+ M7 admits). With their extensive experience reading applications, conducting interviews, and coaching successful applicants into every M7 school, they’ll provide top insights to help you stand out in a competitive admissions process.