Leland+ for Traditional Full-Time MBA

The GMAT and GRE: A Comprehensive Overview

Deciding between the GMAT and GRE? This comprehensive guide breaks down each exam to help you choose the right test for you.

Traditional MBA Candidates: Differentiating Yourself

A strategic session for applicants from common pre-MBA backgrounds—like consulting or finance—focused on how to craft a distinctive narrative, highlight unique experiences, and stand out in a competitive pool.

MBA Resume Guide: Craft Your Winning One-Pager

Build a sharp, results-driven resume that highlights your impact and fits top MBA standards.

Ace MBA Interviews: Strategies for Walk Me Through Your Resume & TMAY

A tactical session focused on nailing two of the most common MBA interview questions with structured approaches, strong storytelling, and tips for tailoring your narrative to each program.

How to Write a “Why Stanford” Essay That Stands Out

Actionable guidance on crafting a compelling Stanford GSB essay that clearly connects your goals, values, and motivations with what the school uniquely offers.

Letter of Recommendation Deadlines Tracker – MBA Applications

A spreadsheet to help applicants organize recommender deadlines across schools, ensuring timely submissions and clear communication throughout the application cycle.

How to Stand Out in the MBA Applicant Pool

Differentiate your story, showcase impact, and craft an application that grabs top programs’ attention.

Getting Into a Top MBA Program: Strategies for Success

An overview session covering key tactics for building a standout MBA application—from defining your story and choosing schools to optimizing each component for maximum impact.

Template: How to Guide your Recommenders

A comprehensive guide for recommenders to craft impactful MBA letters, focusing on key attributes and application requirements for top business schools.

Application Strategies for Non-Traditional Candidates

Learn how to leverage your distinctive background and stand out in the MBA application process!

GSB Admit - Rec Letter - Direct Manager VC

Example Direct Manager Recommendation from GSB Admit

GSB Admit - Recommendation Letter - Board Chair

Example Recommendation from GSB Admit, by Board Chair of the community service organization they founded

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

LBS Example Essays - Admitted Candidate

LBS (London Business School) Example Essays - Admitted Candidate

M7 MBA Resume Differentiators - School by School Guide

A detailed school-by-school guide on refining your resume for competitive M7 MBA programs

Harvard Business School Application

Full Harvard Application from student

Annotated Sloan Cover Letter

Sloan cover letter with sentence-by-sentence annotation

CBS MBA Example Essays

CBS MBS successful example essays. Asian Male, low GPA.

HBS MBA Example Successful Essays

HBS MBA Example Successful Essays. Asian Male - Consulting.