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Building Your Recommender Packets for Grad School
Crafting strong recommendation letters starts long before your recommender begins writing—and a well-built recommender packet can make all the difference. In this session, a top Leland coach and dual HBS / HKS admit Reagan C. will walk you through exactly what to include, how to organize it, and how to make your recommenders' jobs easier while ensuring they highlight your strongest qualities. You'll learn what admissions committees look for, how to frame your achievements effectively, and how to set your recommenders up to write letters that truly elevate your application.
Finance to MBA: Showing Impact and Proving Passion
Breaking into an MBA program from a finance background takes more than strong credentials—it's about showing real impact and authentic passion. In this session, Leland coaches John N. (Kellogg MBA), Faisal K. (Booth adcom), and Kelsey K. (CBS adcom) will share how to differentiate yourself, connect your experience to your goals, and stand out in essays and interviews. Perfect for finance professionals aiming to make a powerful impression in Round 2.
MBA Interview Prep Guidelines
A concise MBA interview prep guide focused on storytelling, school fit, and nailing the questions that drive admissions decisions.
BSchool blogs and newspapers
A curated list of top business school blogs and student newspapers to help candidates stay informed on programs, culture, and admissions insights.
MBA Essay Development Requirements
A structured framework for developing compelling MBA essays that align your stories to admissions criteria and post-MBA goals.
New GRE: Speed Demon Question
Break down a complicated word problem involving speed for the GRE.
How to Create a Winning MBA Application
Getting into a top MBA program is more than strong test scores and a polished résumé—it’s about telling your story in a way that resonates. In this session, you’ll learn from Rifat M. (HBS), Ben L. (GSB) and Rob R. (GSB, admitted to all M7 schools) about what schools are really looking for and how to approach each part of the application, from essays to recommendations to interviews. Whether you’re early in the process or gearing up to submit, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to showcase your experiences authentically and put together an application that stands out.
Warton TBD Example Pitch 1 - 2024
This is an example of a successful Wharton TBD pitch from 2024
Wharton TBD Example Pitch 3 - 2024
This is an example of a successful Wharton TBD pitch from 2024
Creating the Perfect MBA Resume
Slides from a presentation on Aug 5, 2025 on Leland
Essays (3): Duke Fuqua MBA Admitted Army Veteran
These are the 3 application essays of an Army veteran who secured Early Action admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.
MBA Resume Template with Helpful Notes
Word version of resume template based on Stanford Career Management Center guidelines
Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholar Letter of Rec
Sample letter of rec for military vet selected as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar.
Building a Strong Narrative
Learn a step-by-step framework for identifying your Kellogg “MBA Story”: your cohesive story across essays, resume, and interviews.
Building a Kellogg-Ready Resume
Transform your resume from a job summary into a leadership showcase that highlights collaboration, impact, and growth potential.
Power Verbs for MBA Applications
A curated list of impactful action verbs to help you write stronger, results-driven essays and resumes that convey leadership, initiative, and impact.
Common Kellogg Interview Questions
A bank of common Kellogg-specific behavioral interview questions designed to help you practice articulating your experiences and demonstrate leadership.
STAR Response Worksheet
A guided worksheet to help you structure impactful interview answers using the STAR framework, highlighting your actions, results, and leadership in a clear, compelling way.
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.
MBA Recommender Packets
A step-by-step playbook for setting up recommenders for success and turning your recommenders into your strongest advocates.
