Alec Emmert
MBA admissions and management consulting recruiting coach
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | MBA admissionsIvy League and top schoolsConsulting and finance recruitingInterview coachingMilitary transition |
| Works with | Veterans and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Career coach and Executive coach |
| Credentials | Wharton MBA; Author of Breaking Business School; Former CEO of Service to School |
Alec Emmert coaches people who want into top MBA programs and elite consulting firms. He works with applicants from non-traditional backgrounds. He was admitted to Wharton at age 35 with a 2.85 undergraduate GPA. He then joined McKinsey & Company as an Associate and worked in its Private Equity practice. He also led Service to School, a nonprofit that helps veterans get into top universities, and wrote a book on MBA success for veterans.
What Alec helps with
Alec helps clients get into top MBA programs and land jobs at the largest consulting firms. He focuses on people who do not have a conventional background.
- Getting into M7 and other top MBA programs
- Landing offers at MBB consulting firms
- Preparing for case interviews
- Recruiting for consulting out of an MBA
- Applying with a low GPA or a past setback
- Moving from the military into business school
- Navigating elite recruiting
Who Alec works with
Alec works with applicants who have less conventional backgrounds than their competition. That includes veterans moving into business school. His clients aim for top MBA programs and for consulting jobs at elite firms.
Background and qualifications
Alec earned admission to The Wharton School at age 35 with a 2.85 undergraduate GPA. At Wharton he was Veterans Club President and a McNulty Leadership Fellow, and he was on the boxing and rugby teams. He joined McKinsey & Company as an Associate after first being rejected for an Analyst role. He was picked for the Private Equity practice and worked on several due diligence projects. He was trained in case interviews and gave multiple first-round interviews. He also served as CEO of Service to School and wrote "Breaking Business School."
Alec Emmert pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one coaching
- Live AMA sessions on M7 MBA admissions and MBB recruiting
- Panel on moving from the military to an MBA
Alec Emmert reviews
Alec Emmert has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 29 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
He was admitted to Wharton with a 2.85 GPA and later interviewed candidates at McKinsey.
Best for veterans and non-traditional applicants aiming for a top MBA or a job at a top consulting firm.
Common questions
How much does Alec Emmert charge?
Coaching with Alec runs $70 to $145 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Alec Emmert help with?
Alec Emmert helps with getting into M7 and other top MBA programs, landing offers at MBB consulting firms, preparing for case interviews and recruiting for consulting out of an MBA.
Does Alec Emmert have reviews?
Alec Emmert has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 29 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Alec Emmert certified?
Alec Emmert lists: Wharton MBA; Author of Breaking Business School; Former CEO of Service to School.
Does Alec Emmert work with veterans?
Yes. He is a veteran who led Service to School, a nonprofit that helps veterans get into top universities. He also wrote a guide to MBA success for veterans.
Can Alec help with consulting recruiting?
Yes. He worked at McKinsey & Company as an Associate and gave first-round interviews to candidates. He coaches clients on landing roles at MBB firms.
How do I contact Alec Emmert?
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