Madeleine Fernando
MBA admissions consultant for media, gaming and tech applicants
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students, Professionals and Creatives |
| Credentials | Columbia Business School MBA; Northwestern Medill School of Journalism graduate; Member, The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management; Member, Hermes Society at Columbia Business School |
| Experience | 6 years coaching |
Madeleine Fernando is an MBA admissions consultant who also helps with medical school and undergrad essays. She spent years in brand storytelling and publicity at Apple, Pixar, Capcom and Dolby, then earned her MBA at Columbia Business School. She applied to five MBA programs and was admitted to all five. She has more than 6 years of experience as an education essay consultant and likes working with applicants aiming for media, gaming or tech.
What Madeleine helps with
Madeleine helps applicants find their story, write strong essays and prepare for interviews.
- Finding a personal narrative for MBA essays
- Polishing application essays
- Preparing for admissions interviews
- MBA application strategy
- Writing cover letters
- MBA waitlist strategy
- Applying to media, gaming or tech careers through an MBA
Who Madeleine works with
Madeleine works with students applying to MBA programs, medical schools and undergrad. She especially enjoys applicants who want careers in media, gaming or tech. She also works with nontraditional MBA applicants and people from all backgrounds.
Background and qualifications
Madeleine graduated from Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism. She then worked at major brands including Apple, Pixar Animation Studios, Capcom and Dolby. There she focused on brand storytelling and prepared C-suite executives for high-stakes media appearances. She later earned an MBA at Columbia Business School, specializing in Marketing and Media & Technology. She co-led the Media Management Association and joined the Hermes Society, which represents Admissions on tours and student conversations. She has more than 6 years of experience as an education essay consultant.
Madeleine Fernando pricing
Programs and services
- Hourly coaching
- Coaching packages of 3 hours or more
- MBA waitlist strategy
- Application strategy and cover letter help
Madeleine Fernando reviews
Madeleine Fernando has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 3 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
A former journalist and publicist who was admitted to all five MBA programs she applied to.
Best for MBA applicants, especially nontraditional ones aiming for media, gaming or tech.
Common questions
How much does Madeleine Fernando charge?
Coaching with Madeleine runs $70 to $145 an hour. Message Madeleine from this page for an exact quote.
What does Madeleine Fernando help with?
Madeleine Fernando helps with finding a personal narrative for MBA essays, polishing application essays, preparing for admissions interviews and MBA application strategy.
Does Madeleine Fernando have reviews?
Madeleine Fernando has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 3 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Madeleine Fernando certified?
Madeleine Fernando lists: Columbia Business School MBA; Northwestern Medill School of Journalism graduate; Member, The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management; Member, Hermes Society at Columbia Business School.
Does Madeleine Fernando only coach MBA applicants?
No. She also works with students applying to medical school and undergrad.
How do I contact Madeleine Fernando?
Send Madeleine a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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