GMAT Club
MBA HeadStart Program

MBA HeadStart:
Your Gateway to Consulting & Finance

Master the essential skills, frameworks, and insider knowledge needed to launch your career in top consulting firms and financial institutions. Get ready before your MBA even begins.
Standard: 30+ lessons
Consulting + Finance
Premium: 50+ lessons
professional business students in modern classroom learning consulting frameworks, bright modern office setting, professional photography
9
Chapters
50+
Video Lessons
2
Career Tracks
Templates & Trackers

Why MBA HeadStart?

Get ahead of your peers with comprehensive training designed by industry experts from McKinsey, BCG, Goldman Sachs, and top MBA programs.

Structured Content

Follow a carefully designed curriculum that takes you from fundamentals to advanced concepts. Each module builds on the previous one, ensuring comprehensive understanding.
  • Progressive learning path
  • Self-paced modules
  • Downloadable resources
  • Practice exercises

Expert Instruction

Learn from industry professionals with real-world experience in consulting and finance. Get practical insights that go beyond theory.
  • Industry-tested frameworks
  • Real case examples
  • Interview preparation
  • Career guidance

Practical Tools

Access templates, frameworks, and resources that you can use immediately in your preparation and throughout your MBA recruiting journey.
  • Case frameworks
  • Financial models
  • Resume templates
  • Interview guides

Consulting Track

Master case interview frameworks, problem-solving approaches, and consulting methodologies used by top firms.
9
Core Chapters
50+
Total Lessons in Premium

Finance Track

Build foundational knowledge in financial modeling, valuation, and investment banking fundamentals.
Excel Models
Valuation Tools

What You'll Learn

A comprehensive program covering recruiting fundamentals, consulting case interviews, and finance interview preparation.
Standard Course: 30+ Lessons • Premium Course: 50+ Lessons
A

Recruiting Fundamentals

Instructor: Ian Glennon
  • Resume/CV optimization
  • Cover letter strategies
  • Networking approach
  • Getting the interview
B

Consulting Interview Prep

Instructor: Ian Glennon
  • Case fundamentals & approach
  • Frameworking techniques/ Market Sizing
  • Exhibit/chart interpretation + Math
  • Case leadership, communication
  • Acing the casing and behavioral interviews
C

Finance Interview Prep

Instructor: Josh Jia
  • Recruiting overview + behaviorals
  • Accounting fundamentals
  • Enterprise value and comps
  • DCF fundamentals

Choose Your Path

Select the package that best fits your needs. Both include lifetime access to course materials.

Standard Package

$49
One-time payment
6 chapters • 30+ lessons
  • Complete course access
  • Consulting fundamentals
  • Finance basics
  • Case interview frameworks
  • Downloadable resources
  • 9-month access
Enroll in Standard
BEST VALUE

Premium Package

$99
One-time payment
9 chapters • 50+ lessons
  • Everything in Standard
  • Custom Case Coach Interview Course access
  • $190 value included
  • Advanced case practice
  • Personalized feedback
  • 9-month access
Enroll in Premium
Secure payment • Instant access
WORLD-CLASS INSTRUCTORS

Learn from Industry Experts

Our instructors bring real-world experience from top firms including BCG, Goldman Sachs, and leading MBA programs.
Ian Glennon

Ian Glennon

Consulting Track Lead
Custom Case CoachBCGNYU Stern MBA

Founder, Custom Case Coach

Built a leading holistic case interview training program used by major universities and students around the world

Corporate Trainer

Delivered consultant training workshops for top consultancies (Kearney and PwC, etc), led consulting interview workshops for leading universities (M. Ross, NYU Stern, Princeton, Imperial, Yale)

Proven Candidate Success

5,000 coaching sessions run, 1000+ candidates, 95% job offer rate with candidates
Specialization
Case InterviewsConsulting
Josh Jia

Josh Jia

Finance Track Lead
Wall Street EliteIB/PE350 Questions

Founder, Finance Interview Coach & Wall Street Elite

Author of the renowned "350 Questions" guide

350+ Successful Placements

Coached students across 33 countries into top finance roles

Elite University Lecturer

Taught IB lectures at UVA, Princeton, Wharton, UCLA

Real-World Experience

Former IB (BMO) and PE (Imperial Capital)
Specialization
Investment BankingFinance

Top 1%

Industry Professionals

15+ Years

Combined Experience

2,000+

Students Coached

What You Get

Everything you need to prepare for consulting and finance recruiting, delivered through a structured, self-paced learning experience.

Structured Lessons

Self-paced video lessons covering recruiting fundamentals, consulting case interviews, and finance interview preparation. Learn on your schedule, at your own pace.

Templates & Trackers

Downloadable resources including resume templates, case frameworks, financial models, and recruiting trackers to organize your preparation.

Two Dedicated Tracks

Complete curriculum for both consulting and finance recruiting, taught by industry experts Ian Glennon and Josh Jia.

Premium Bonus

Upgrade to Premium and get exclusive access to Case Interview Course – a $190 value included with advanced case practice and personalized feedback.

Exclusive GMAT Club Partner Discounts

As a GMAT Club member, you get special discounts on additional coaching and courses from our partner instructors.

360° Consulting Recruiting Course

25% OFF
Discount Code:

GMATCLUB25

Apply at checkout for 25% off Ian Glennon's 360° consulting course
Apply Discount

Ian Glennon's Coaching Sessions

10% OFF
Discount Code:

GMATCLUB10

Apply for 10% off personalized coaching sessions
Book Coaching

Wall Street Elite
Full Course

$375
Regular: $500
Special GMAT Club pricing
Price reflected at checkout for Wall Street Elite full finance course
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These exclusive discounts are available only to GMAT Club members
PREMIUM COURSE OPTIONS

More Courses Available with Discounts

Get access to comprehensive partner courses when you purchase separately with exclusive GMAT Club discounts.

360° Consulting Recruiting Course

Custom Case Coach
Master your consulting recruiting with our comprehensive 360° course, covering 100+ videos on case interviews, consulting interview prep, and more.
100+
Video Lessons
15
Hours Content
10+
Case Solutions
20+
Industry Deep-Dives

Our Learning Methodology

Our approach focuses on teaching you to think like a consultant, ensuring success in case interviews and beyond. By understanding the why and how, not just the what, you'll naturally excel during your interviews at top consultancies.
Custom Frameworks
Create MECE, objective-driven frameworks. Learn how to think instead of just memorizing answers.
Custom Teaching
Interactive lessons and exercises designed so you feel like your tutor is right there with you.
Custom Approach
Unique learning approaches including metaphors, engaging exercises, and powerful visualizations.

What You Get:

Applications
Interview Prep
Screening Tests
Case Interviews
Written Cases
Market Sizing
Fit Interview
Negotiations
Regular: $270
$202.50
25% Discount:
GMATCLUB25

Wall Street Elite Full Course

Finance IB
The only course you need to break into Investment Banking. Comprehensive training covering recruiting, technical skills, and interview preparation.
350+
Finance Placements
93%
Success Rate
8
Core Modules
40+
Countries Coached

About Your Instructor: Josh Jia

Josh brings real-world investment banking (BMO) and private equity (Imperial Capital) experience. He currently lectures at Darden School of Business (UVA) and has taught at Princeton, Wharton, UCLA, and other top universities.
Real Deal Experience
C$300M IPO of Sleep Country, US$156M acquisition deals, extensive PE roll-ups
Proven Track Record
350+ candidates placed in IB, PE, ER, VC, HF roles with 93% success rate
Comprehensive Curriculum
8 progressive modules covering every aspect of investment banking from recruiting to technical mastery

8 Progressive Modules:

1 IB Recruiting
2 Behaviorals
3 Accounting
4 Enterprise Value / Comparables
5 DCF
6 M&A
7 LBO
8 Market Questions
Regular Price
$500
GMAT Club Price
$375
Exclusive discount automatically applied at checkout

Premium Package: Best Value

Get Custom Case Interview Course ($190 value) included with your Premium enrollment, plus access to exclusive partner discounts on Wall Street Elite and additional coaching.
Upgrade to Premium ($99)

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? We've got answers. Can't find what you're looking for? Contact our support team.

Who is MBA HeadStart for?


MBA HeadStart is designed for pre-MBA students, current MBA students, and career changers looking to break into management consulting or investment banking. Whether you're preparing for recruiting season or want to get ahead before your MBA program starts, this course provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills you need.

What is included in Standard vs Premium?


The Standard package ($49) includes 6 chapters with 30+ lessons covering recruiting fundamentals, consulting interview prep (Ian Glennon), and finance interview prep (Josh Jia). The Premium package ($99) includes everything in Standard plus exclusive access to Custom Case Coach Interview Course (a $190 value) with 50+ specialized lessons for advanced case practice and personalized feedback.

Is this self-paced and can I start anytime?


Yes! MBA HeadStart is completely self-paced with lifetime access. You can start immediately after enrollment and work through the material on your own schedule. All lessons, templates, and resources are available 24/7 from any device, so you can learn at your own pace and revisit content as many times as needed.

Do I need a finance background?


No prior finance or consulting experience is required. The course is designed to take you from beginner to advanced, starting with foundational concepts in both consulting and finance. Our instructors build your knowledge step-by-step, making complex topics accessible regardless of your background. Many successful students have come from non-business fields.

How do I apply the discount codes (GMATCLUB25 / GMATCLUB10)?


The discount codes are for our partner instructors' additional courses and coaching. Use code GMATCLUB25 for 25% off Ian Glennon's full consulting course, and GMATCLUB10 for 10% off personalized coaching sessions. Enter these codes at checkout on the respective instructor platforms. The Wall Street Elite course discount ($375 instead of $500) is automatically reflected at checkout.

Ready to Launch Your Consulting or Finance Career?

Start your MBA journey with confidence and the skills that recruiters are looking for. Choose your package and begin learning today.
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