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March 6, 2025
The Best Newsletters & Podcasts for Product Management
Stay ahead in product management with our expert-curated list of the best newsletters and podcasts. Gain insights, trends, and tips from industry leaders to level up your skills and career.
March 6, 2025
How to Answer the "Why Investment Banking?" Interview Question
Though one of the most common banking questions, most applicants struggle to answer “Why investment banking?” convincingly. Here are our tips for answering this question well, complete with examples of exceptional answers.
March 6, 2025
Why I Coach – Sandra Y.
Sandra Y., an expert Leland MBA and Investment Banking coach, outlines why she chooses to coach and what it means to her.
March 6, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to the Consulting Case Interview – With Examples
This guide, written by a former McKinsey consultant and Wharton MBA, breaks down the management consulting case interview into comprehensible parts with relevant, realistic examples at every turn.
March 6, 2025
Stanford GSB Welcomes Erin Nixon — New Assistant Dean of Admissions
Erin Nixon joins Stanford GSB as the new Assistant Dean of Admissions, bringing a wealth of experience at LinkedIn, BCG, and other top organizations back to the Farm.
March 6, 2025
What is Management Consulting?
Interested in a consulting career? This article will provide an overview of management consulting including the different types of firms and projects, and the main players.
March 6, 2025
How to Succeed in a Consulting Career - An Expert Coach's Guide
Embark on a journey to success in consulting with expert coach, Tim F. In this article, Tim shares his invaluable insights and strategies that will empower aspiring consultants and seasoned professionals alike to thrive in their consulting careers.
March 6, 2025
Why I Coach—Jill Lyon
Jill L., an expert Leland coach and Duke MBA, outlines why she chooses to coach and what it means to her.
March 6, 2025
The Top 40 College Scholarships
A curated list of the 40 best scholarships available this year to help students finance their undergraduate degrees, succeed in studies, and prepare for future careers, including merit-based, essay-based, and more.
March 6, 2025
How to Prepare For Your Management Consulting Interview
A former McKinsey consultant and Wharton MBA outlines her top tips for preparing for your management consulting interview. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned professional, this article will give you the edge to impress your interviewers.