Thomas Gubbay
MBA admissions consultant for non-traditional applicants
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | MBA admissionsCollege essaysIvy League and top schoolsResume and LinkedInCareer changeConsulting and finance recruiting |
| Works with | Students and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Career coach |
| Credentials | MBA in Finance, University of Chicago Booth School of Business; Master's degree in Analytics, University of Utah; Bachelor's degree in Finance, Bocconi University |
Thomas Gubbay is an MBA admissions consultant who helps applicants tell their story and build strong applications. He has worked as a career coach at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business for two years. Before that, he spent five years in management consulting. His background in corporate strategy, healthcare, and data science shapes his work with applicants who have less conventional career paths.
What Thomas helps with
Thomas helps MBA applicants who are unsure how to tell their story. He works with people who come from nontraditional backgrounds or did not attend a target school.
- Shaping an application story that stands out
- Moving from technical roles into business school
- Applying to top programs without a traditional pedigree
- Application strategy
- Editing MBA essays
- Improving resumes
- Getting past not attending a target school
Who Thomas works with
Thomas works with MBA applicants on non-traditional paths. That includes people moving from technical roles into business. It also includes applicants aiming for top programs without a traditional pedigree or a target school background.
Background and qualifications
Thomas holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, with concentrations in Finance, Accounting, and Entrepreneurship. At Booth he served as a Career Advisor for new students and as Healthcare Group Co-Chair. He spent time as a Senior Manager at Leavitt Partners in healthcare management consulting, and worked as a Data Scientist. He also worked in business development and strategy at Medtronic Diabetes. He holds a master's in Analytics from the University of Utah and a bachelor's in Finance from Bocconi University.
Thomas Gubbay pricing
Programs and services
- Coaching packages of different lengths
- Custom hourly coaching
- Application strategy and editing help
- Free chat before getting started
Thomas Gubbay reviews
Thomas Gubbay has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 7 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Thomas combines a Booth MBA, consulting experience, and a data science background to help applicants from non-traditional paths.
Best for MBA applicants from technical or non-traditional backgrounds who want a sharper application story.
Common questions
How much does Thomas Gubbay charge?
Coaching with Thomas runs $70 to $145 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Thomas Gubbay help with?
Thomas Gubbay helps with shaping an application story that stands out, moving from technical roles into business school, applying to top programs without a traditional pedigree and application strategy.
Does Thomas Gubbay have reviews?
Thomas Gubbay has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 7 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Thomas Gubbay certified?
Thomas Gubbay lists: MBA in Finance, University of Chicago Booth School of Business; Master's degree in Analytics, University of Utah; Bachelor's degree in Finance, Bocconi University.
Does Thomas Gubbay work with applicants from non-traditional backgrounds?
Yes. He focuses on applicants moving from technical roles into business and those without a traditional pedigree or target school.
How do I contact Thomas Gubbay?
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