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Courses
These course outlines are just starting points – use whatever format and flow makes the most sense.
We recommend creating 4-8 resources per module. Modules can include short videos (3-20 minutes), PDFs, or downloadable templates.
The structure should build naturally throughout the course (move from an overview into strategy and frameworks, conclude with activities/templates/examples).
The content should be professional but approachable, and focused on giving people clear next steps.
MBA
MBA
Course: Is an MBA Right for Me? & Strategic School Selection
Goal: Help applicants decide if and when an MBA fits their goals and build a smart school strategy.
Module 1: MBA ROI (Is It Worth It?)
Why MBA? Deep dive
Financial reality check
Opportunity cost vs. alternatives
ROI frameworks
Module 2: MBA Self-Assessment (Am I Competitive?)
Academic profile & test scores
Professional experience
Extracurriculars & leadership
Addressing red flags
Module 3: School Selection Funnel
Beyond rankings
Defining your criteria
Crafting a school list (reach/target/safety)
Mastering school research
Module 4: Timeline Strategy & Execution
Ideal application timeline
Round 1 vs. Round 2
Staying organized & resilient
Course: Building a Compelling MBA Profile (Pre-MBA)
Goal: Learn how to build a competitive profile years before you apply.
Module 1: Career & Extracurricular Strategy
Choosing the right jobs early
Building leadership skills
Making extracurriculars count
Networking with alumni/students
Module 2: Storytelling Your Experience
How adcoms evaluate profiles
Turning “ordinary” work into impact stories
Exploring what you’re passionate about
Common pitfalls to watch for
Course: Crafting Your MBA Story
Goal: Build a powerful, authentic narrative that ties together your past, present, and future.
Module 1: Foundations of Your Narrative
Identifying your “throughline”
Connecting professional and personal experiences
What makes an MBA story compelling
Module 2: Storytelling in Applications
Translating your narrative into essays
Demonstrating leadership and impact
Balancing ambition with authenticity
Module 3: Tailoring Your Story for Schools
Aligning with school values and culture
Emphasizing different strengths across applications
Avoiding generic “Why MBA” answers
Course: International Applicant’s Guide to U.S. MBA Programs
Goal: Learn how to set yourself up for success as an international MBA candidate.
Module 1: Understanding the U.S. MBA Process
Admissions norms & expectations
Visa considerations
Scholarships & funding
Module 2: Cultural & Communication Fit
Adapting essays & interviews
Highlighting global perspective
Common challenges to avoid
Module 3: Positioning Your Experience for the Application
Translating international work experience into U.S. context
Emphasizing leadership and impact across cultures
Framing extracurriculars and community involvement
Addressing potential gaps or misunderstandings in your background
School-Specific Courses (HBS, GSB, Wharton, Sloan, etc.)
Goal: Learn the nuances of a specific MBA program.
Module 1: School Overview & Brand
Core identity & culture
Values & mission
Key industries, programs, education styles, etc.
Module 2: Essay Deconstruction
Prompt walkthroughs
What adcoms are looking for
Pitfalls to avoid
Module 3: Resume, Recommenders, and School-Specific Elements
Tailoring your resume for the school
Guiding recommenders effectively
Tips on school-specific requirements (Sloan cover letter, Fuqua 25 things)
Module 4: Interview Prep
Format-specific prep (HBS blind, Wharton TBD, etc.)
Practice questions & strategies
General Finance (IB, PE, VC, Consulting)
General Finance (IB, PE, VC, Consulting)
Course: Excel Skills
Learn the Excel shortcuts, formulas, and workflows that analysts and consultants rely on every day.
Module 1: Excel Basics
Video: Introduction to Excel for Business & Finance
PDF: Essential Excel Shortcuts (Mac & PC)
Video: Formatting Best Practices for Financial Models
Spreadsheet Exercise: Formatting Drills
Video: Best Practices for Organizing Tabs & Inputs
Module 2: Formulas & Functions
Video: Must-Know Formulas (INDEX-MATCH, OFFSET, SUMPRODUCT)
Spreadsheet Exercise: Functions Practice Sheet
Video: Advanced Lookup Functions & Common Errors
Video: Using Conditional Logic (IF, Nested IF) in Models
PDF: Formula Reference Guide for Analysts
Module 3: Excel Efficiency & Advanced Skills
Video: Building Models Without a Mouse – Shortcut Mastery
Video: Auditing Formulas & Tracing Precedents
Spreadsheet Exercise: Fix the Errors Model
Video: Data Tables, Sensitivities, and Scenario Analysis
PDF: Common Formatting Pitfalls and Fixes
Course: Foundations of Finance
Build a strong foundation in finance concepts, terminology, and workflows so you can interview and work with confidence.
Module 1: Finance 101: Core Concepts
Video: What is Corporate Finance?
PDF: Key Accounting & Finance Terms Cheat Sheet
Video: Time Value of Money Explained
Video: How the 3 Financial Statements Link Together
Video: Role of Finance in Business StrategyPDF: Intro to Capital Markets (Equity, Debt, M&A)
Module 2: Valuation Basics
PDF: Guide to the Key Valuation Methodologies
Video: Comparable Companies Analysis (Trading Comps)
Video: Precedent Transactions Analysis (Deal Comps)
Spreadsheet Exercise: Simple Valuation Example
Video: Introduction to Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)
PDF: Equity vs. Enterprise Value Guide
Video: Walkthrough of a Valuation Pitchbook
Module 3: M&A Fundamentals
Video: Deal Lifecycle (Pitch to Closing)
Spreadsheet: Accretion & Dilution Model Example
Video: Synergies in M&A Explained
Video: Hostile vs. Friendly Deals
Spreadsheet Exercise: M&A Transaction Case Study
PDF: Common Pitfalls in M&A Analysis
Course: Financial Modeling
Hands-on practice in the core models you’ll be expected to know from Day 1.
Module 1: Three-Statement Models
Spreadsheet Exercise: Build a 3-Statement Model from Scratch
Video: Linking Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow
Video: Common Mistakes in 3-Statement Models
Exercise: Error-Fix Practice Model
Module 2: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Models
Spreadsheet: Full DCF Model Example
Video: Step-by-Step DCF Walkthrough
Spreadsheet Exercise: Sensitivity Analysis
Video: WACC Explained Simply
Exercise: Mini Case – Build a DCF for a Public Company
Module 3: Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Models
Spreadsheet: LBO Learning Guide
Spreadsheet: Practice LBO Model
Video: Step-by-Step Simple LBO Walkthrough
Video: Common Mistakes in LBO Modeling
Exercise: LBO Case Study
Module 4: M&A Models
Spreadsheet: Accretion & Dilution Model Example
Video: Accretion/Dilution Step-by-Step
Video: Purchase Price Allocation & Synergies
Spreadsheet Exercise: M&A Synergies Case Study
Exercise: Build an Accretion/Dilution Model
Individual Resources
MBA
HBS essay examples (R1 2024 and onward, updated prompts)
Successful admit essays for M7 programs (CBS, Booth, Kellogg, Sloan, etc.)
Successful admit essays for T15 programs (Haas, Tuck, Yale SOM, Fuqua, Ross, Darden, NYU Stern, Cornell Johnson)
MBA essay writing guide and annotated essay examples with commentary
Questions to ask MBA alumni and students for school research, essays, and getting the most out of the program
MBA resume guide and annotated resume examples showing what works and what doesn’t
Mock interviews for any MBA program
Application self-assessment worksheet to identify strengths, gaps, and differentiators
Application timeline, school selection worksheet, and task tracker for managing deadlines and materials
Strategies for managing interview and general application anxiety
Management Consulting
Guides and practice resources for the BCG, Bain, and McKinsey assessments
Overview of consulting firm types, application deadlines, and how to decide if consulting is the right fit
Mock case interviews or recorded case walkthroughs
Resources for applicants from non-target schools
Business fundamentals guides (financial statements, valuation basics, industry overviews, and recommended learning sources)
Written practice cases, including firm-specific examples where possible
Example resumes for MBB, Deloitte, Strategy&, EY-Parthenon, Oliver Wyman, Kearney, Accenture Strategy, LEK, Roland Berger, ZS, and Booz Allen
Strategies for overcoming common profile weaknesses (low GPA, test scores, limited experience, etc.)
Strategies for managing interview anxiety and case interview mistakes
Guides on succeeding in consulting, managing burnout, and exploring exit opportunities (e.g., PE, startups, industry roles)
Career Development
Mock interviews with debriefs (behavioral, panel, case, and presentation), common mistakes to avoid, and post-interview follow-up strategies
Guides on how to answer common and difficult interview questions
Career pivot resources (case studies, transition roadmaps, and advice for breaking in from non-target backgrounds)
Resume case studies with before/after examples and full application package reviews
Example resumes and resume templates
Job search strategy resources (hidden job market access, company research guides, targeting strategies, and application trackers)
Salary negotiation guides, compensation benchmarks, offer evaluation tools, and expert negotiation walkthroughs
Resources for the student-to-professional transition, converting internships to full-time roles, and succeeding in your first job
Career discovery guides (how to identify your strengths, interests, and target roles)
LinkedIn optimization tips and personal branding examples across platforms
Soft skills development (communication, teamwork, leadership, time management, and conflict resolution)
Networking resources (success stories, outreach templates, coffee chat guides, and relationship tracking tools)
Product Management
Guides on using AI as a product manager (for prototyping, prioritization, etc.)
Live mock interviews (behavioral, case, product design, and product sense)
Example resumes and cover letters for product management roles
Take-home assignment examples with evaluation criteria and sample responses
Guides on upskilling and pivoting into product management from other roles
Company-specific recruiting guides for PM roles (LinkedIn, Lyft, Uber, Coinbase, Google, Atlassian, Indeed, CapitalOne, Kleiner Perkins, Visa, Salesforce, Tesla, Spotify, Square, Instacart, Walmart)
Basic interview prep resources (interview types, question types, common terms, interview frameworks, interview rubric overview)
TPM-specific interview resources
Guides and examples of various PM skills (strategy, design, analytics, execution, estimation, etc.)
Guides on building a technical skillset for non-technical PMs
Guides on conducting user research
Guides on running experiments and A/B tests
Guides on product analytics and data storytelling
College
Guides on how to choose which colleges to apply to
Admissions planning timelines and tools for 9th–12th grade
Application self-assessment worksheet to identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities
Example college application essays with commentary
Example college application resumes
Guides on selecting recommenders, listing activities, and highlighting leadership experience
Resources on financial aid, scholarships, and paying for college
Guides on transitioning to college life (academics, independence, social adjustment)
College-specific guides covering the application process, academics, campus life, and culture
GMAT
Comprehensive guides and practice resources for Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and Data Insights
Strategies for all question types, including new Data Insights problems
Walkthrough videos for difficult GMAT problems
Practice problem sets with full solutions, aligned with the 2023 GMAT updates
Study plans and pacing strategies for different prep timelines
Vocabulary study lists with memorization techniques and usage examples
Resources on foundational math concepts commonly tested on the GMAT
GRE
Practice problem sets with full explanations for all sections
Video walkthroughs for difficult GRE problems
Guides for Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing
Vocabulary study lists with memorization techniques and usage examples
Full-length mock exams and section-specific practice sets
Study plans and pacing strategies for different prep timelines
Resources on foundational math concepts for the Quant section
Private Equity
Tutorials and practice exercises for LBO, operating, and waterfall models
Guides on breaking into private equity from different professional backgrounds
Case studies and walkthroughs of common private equity interview scenarios
Resources on valuation methods specific to private equity
Example resumes and cover letters for PE roles (Analyst, Associate)
Networking strategies for PE recruiting, including how to work with headhunters
Overviews of different types of private equity firms and how to tailor your recruiting approach for each
Investment Banking
Guides and exercises on core financial models (3-statement, DCF, LBO, and merger models)
Interview prep resources covering behavioral and technical questions with sample answers
Example resumes and cover letters for investment banking internships and full-time roles
Strategies for navigating the IB recruiting process, including on-cycle and off-cycle timelines
Industry primers for key sectors like TMT, healthcare, and industrials
Guides on daily life and success strategies as an IB analyst or associate
Resources on common exit opportunities from investment banking (e.g., private equity, hedge funds, corporate development)
Venture Capital
VC interview prep guides and live mock interviews (behavioral, deal walkthroughs, market analysis questions, etc.)
Example resumes for VC analyst, associate, and pre/post-MBA roles
Sourcing and cold outreach templates to help candidates build investor networks
VC-specific networking strategies (fund events, accelerators, pitch competitions, online platforms)
Case studies of successful VC applicants (backgrounds, strategies, materials)
Market sizing and startup evaluation frameworks tailored to early-stage and growth-stage investing
Sample investment memos and pitch evaluations with commentary
Guides to breaking into VC from consulting, banking, tech, or non-traditional backgrounds
Overviews of different VC firm types by focus (sector-focused, stage-focused, corporate, impact, etc.) or by geography and sector (e.g., Silicon Valley, NYC, LATAM, biotech, fintech)
Recommended books, podcasts, newsletters, and blogs for staying sharp on trends and thought leadership
Cap table basics, term sheet mechanics, and startup financing structures
Guides to evaluating startup traction, market potential, and founder-market fit
Law School
Example law school personal statements
Example letters of recommendation for law school applications
Guides to writing compelling personal statements
Resources on writing strong diversity statements and addenda (GPA, LSAT, character issues)
Tips for securing effective letters of recommendation
Strategies for selecting T14 law schools and evaluating admissions chances
Mock interview videos for law school admissions
Step-by-step guides to navigating the LSAC CAS and law school application process
LSAT
Guides and practice resources for Logical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and LSAT Writing
Strategies for the two scored Logical Reasoning sections, including argument analysis and flaw identification
Techniques for improving reading speed and comprehension for Reading Comprehension
Full-length LSAT practice tests in the current exam format
Study plans and pacing strategies tailored to the updated LSAT structure
Resources on how to effectively approach the LSAT Writing Sample
Practice questions and drills specifically for the expanded Logical Reasoning section
Software Engineering
Live mock interviews (data structures & algorithms, behavioral, system design, debugging)
Example resumes and cover letters for software engineering roles
System design interview walkthroughs with diagrams and real-world examples
Behavioral interview resources tailored to engineers (e.g., STAR answers, teamwork stories)
Technical interview question banks and strategy guides (data structures & algorithms, runtime tradeoffs (O(n)), coding strategy)
Company-specific recruiting guides (Google, Meta, Amazon, Stripe, Palantir, Databricks, etc.)
Sample engineering portfolios and GitHub walkthroughs
LinkedIn and networking strategy guides for software engineers
Data Science
Live mock interviews (technical, behavioral, and case study walkthroughs)
Example resumes and cover letters for data science roles
Case study walkthroughs with code, insights, and real-world data examples
Take-home assignment examples with sample slide decks and code reviews
Interview question banks for stats, ML, SQL, Python, R, and data wrangling
Company-specific recruiting guides (Google, Meta, Amazon, Netflix, Spotify, Airbnb, etc.)
Portfolio and GitHub walkthroughs showing how to present projects and impact
Networking and outreach templates tailored for data science roles
Behavioral interview prep focused on data storytelling and technical leadership
Career roadmaps and role transition guides (e.g., analyst to ML engineer)
Certification prep and skill assessment guides (e.g., AWS, TensorFlow)
Master's Programs
Program search and matching guides by location, specialization, funding, and outcomes
University-specific application guides for top schools (e.g., UPenn, Stanford, Harvard, UIUC)
Program specific content (Public Degrees, Education, Business, Engineering, Humanities, Natural Sciences, Data Science, Environmental Sciences)
Personal statement writing guides with examples and step-by-step instructions
Funding and scholarship guides (assistantships, fellowships, loans, external options)
Interview prep materials and mock interviews for master’s program admissions
Post-admission onboarding guides (visa prep, housing, first-semester planning)
Medical School
Live mock interviews (MMI, traditional, ethical, and behavioral formats)
MCAT study plans for 3-month, 6-month, and self-paced prep timelines
MCAT strategy guides for each section (CARS, Chem/Phys, Bio/Biochem, Psych/Soc)
Practice MCAT passage walkthroughs with explanations
School selection guide using MSAR and fit criteria
Gap year and post-bacc planning resources
Financial aid and scholarship guides for medical school
CASPer and AAMC SJT prep guides with sample scenarios and answers
Reapplicant strategy guide (what to change and how to improve your application)
Secondary essay examples for top 20 medical schools
Career pathway guides (MD vs. DO vs. PA vs. NP, specialties, and lifestyle)
Dental School
Live mock interviews (traditional, MMI, ethical, and “Why dentistry?” questions)
DAT study plans and strategy guides for 2-month, 3-month, and self-paced prep
School selection and comparison matrix (cost, GPA/DAT stats, location, clinical exposure)
Funding and scholarship guides for dental school (federal loans, NHSC, HPSP, school-specific aid)
AADSAS application walk-through video with common mistakes to avoid
Pre-dental four-year timeline and application planning guide
Post-bacc and reapplicant strategy guide
Secondary essay prompt banks from top dental schools
Guides on exploring dental specialties and understanding residency competitiveness
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