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What are the TAPMI PGDM interview experiences like?
My experience for the TAPMI PGDM interview was excellent, there were two people during the interview panel, one male and one female. As I had some work experience they directly started me asking the company valuations and how can we decide how valuable a company is, they asked me about the CEO and recent news related to the company, they asked me about my hobbies and a few questions related to that. They also asked me questions about my undergraduate, like Fourier transform and Laplace transform, as it has been too long since I did engineering I told them I am not able to answer these questions. The overall experience was great.
How was the interview of Aviral Bhatnagar in IIM-A?
I heard about Aviral Bhatnagar’s interview through some of my IIM Ahmedabad alumni friends. He appeared for the interview back in 2014. He scored 99.99 in CAT’13. He completed his B.Tech in Engineering Physics from IIT Bombay. His 1oth and 12th percentage were 95.00 and 84.7, respectively.
The interview started with pleasantries. He was asked questions about his essay, his WAT, his life in IIT Bombay. They also questioned about his internship experience, the subjects he read during graduation. Other than these, the interviewers asked general questions regarding current affairs, tv shows.
How was your IIM Bangalore interview experience for the batch 2021-23 (overseas candidate)?
My brother is currently studying MBA at IIM Bangalore and he is also an overseas candidate. He cleared the interview this year itself, this answer is based on his fresh memories of his interview.
Here are some profile details of my brother that you might relate.
| CBSE Board (10th and 12th) | 90% |
| Graduation | 65% |
| GMAT Score | 730 |
| Work Experience | 18 months at Standard Chartered, London |
The interview started around 5:30 PM and the interview panel consisted of 3 professors. After the exchange of pleasantries and ID verification the important questions are summarized below:
- Asked the reason behind pursuing his graduation from London. They also wanted to clarify if there were other reasons to go to the UK.
- Reasons behind the Ease of Doing business or if there are concrete implications of these rankings in terms of foreign investments.
- If a higher ranking implies more investment or how do rankings affect the investor’s perspective.
- Questions related to the major criterion that a foreign investor will consider before investing in India
- Various investors turning towards China and its government policies.
- The interviewers also emphasized that China is very corrupt as well but it doesn’t affect the business as much as it does in India. So, should India also use corruption to nurture business?
After these long questions, his interview was followed by questions on his job experience too. For example:
- Is Standard Chartered an investment bank or a commercial bank?
- Difference between investment banks and commercial banks?
- What is a hostile takeover?
- Are hostile takeovers common in India?
- Why do you think Hostile takeovers are not common in India?
Now, as my brother is an overseas candidate, they also asked questions about his motive of coming back to India, the reason for not pursuing MBA abroad, cross-border M&A Deals, brief about SPACs and their presence in India, and so on.
What is the level of interview for XIMB? What are the preparation strategies for cracking the interview for XIMB considering less than 1 month time?
When preparing for an interview at XIMB, it is important to focus on a few key things to help you perform your best. Firstly, it is important to thoroughly revise your undergraduate subjects as this can make up a significant portion of the interview. Ensure that you have a good grasp of the technical aspects of your course and can discuss it confidently.
In addition, it is important to have a good understanding of general knowledge, including current affairs. You don't need to know everything, but having a basic understanding of what is happening in the world can be useful. Furthermore, having an opinion about current events can be even more important than your knowledge of them.
Some XIMB interviews may also include philosophical questions, so it is helpful to have a philosophical bent of mind and be able to think critically about abstract concepts. This can help you to demonstrate your ability to think deeply and creatively.
During the interview, it is important to present yourself confidently, even if you don't know the answer to a question. Smile and be positive, as this can help you to build a good rapport with the interviewer. Remember that it's not just about what you know, but also how you present yourself and how well you can convince the interviewer of your suitability for the program.
In general, when preparing for any business school interview, it's important to have a good understanding of your domain knowledge and to keep up-to-date with daily news, particularly as it relates to business. Be prepared to discuss your work projects and know yourself well, as this will help you to answer questions confidently and authentically.
What was your IIM Amritsar interview experience like?
Profile:
10th-95
12th-93
Graduate-82
CAT-98
Work Experience- 18 MONTHS in PCBL-RPSG Groups
GEM (Chemical Engineering)
There were 2 panelists a male and a female. They asked him to talk about himself and he gave a general introduction. They also asked him why he resigned from his job and what he did in the meantime. Once they were aware of his personal situation, they asked the following questions
- Difference between traditional and Digital Marketing
- Difference between sales and marketing
- Drawbacks of Digital Marketing
- India’s Data Protection Bill
- What are SEO and SEM and the Difference and similarities between the two
- Where do you see yourself in 10 years
- Why Kanpur was once known as the Manchester of East and reason for its downfall
- What is Carbon Black and it’s 4 major customers
- Your responsibilities and leadership skills
- What news do you read the most
- Why did the UK CM resign
- One weakness you want to work upon
They ended the interview by asking if he had any questions from them after which they asked him to leave.
How is the test and interview in Symbiosis School of Economics? How can I crack it?
The test and interview process for Symbiosis School of Economics varies depending on the specific program you are applying for. However, to ace the test and interview you should research the school and program beforehand, practice your interview skills, and stay up to date on current events and economics news. It's important to sound as genuine as possible for maximum impact.
Entrance Test: The entrance test required to be taken is the same for all symbiosis programs except law. It tests your basic knowledge of English, Math, and General knowledge in addition to a separate section on logical reasoning. The difficulty level is average and you don have to prepare for this exam rigorously. The knowledge you gained till class 12h will be sufficient.
Group Discussion: Before the interview, you have to appear for a GD round. In the group discussion, you have to speak on a given topic, generally related to ongoing events in politics, sports, and education for a fixed duration after which discussion with the other applicants is done on the same. The GD round evaluates your knowledge and confidence level.
Personal Interview: The personal interview is not very challenging and you are probed with general questions about yourself, your interests, reasons for choosing the course, extracurricular activities, etc. Sometimes, a few Math or Stats related questions are asked. All you need to do is answer the questions with confidence and involve in an easy conversation to clear the interview.
In conclusion, the majority of the questions will be related to your basic knowledge of economics and maths. So be prepared for current affairs in India and the world and study 12th std. CBSE economics to prepare well for the Entrance Exam.
What are the questions asked in an interview for the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) if applying for direction (films)?
One of my friends studied in FTII Pune. Let me share the information I got to know from him.
After clearing the entrance exam, you should have a basic idea of what could be asked. They usually look for your observation skills.
- The first thing you should know is how Cinema is treated as a representation of actuality.
- You will have to be aware of the History of Cinema. Starting from the Lumiere Brothers to Edison’s films.
- Try and be your honest self.
- Your observation on simple things like a scenic view or a day to day activity would be asked to explain in your own words.
- Do not try to exaggerate. Listen to what they are asking and answer accordingly. Avoid using any technical terminology.
- Share your experiences with cinema.
It is suggested to keep a positive mind and attitude. Approach it more like a conversation than an interview.
What was your profile for the IIM Udaipur interview?
My sister recently graduated from IIM Udaipur. Her interview at IIM Udaipur was one to remember. Her profile looked like this
Class 10th marks: 93%
Class 12th marks: 82%
Graduation: BSc Agriculture 81%
CAT: 95 percentile
Internships: 20 weeks of Rural Agricultural Work experience, 2 modules of Experiential Learning Programme-Food processing & Mushroom Cultivation
Hobbies: Reading and Painting
Shortcomings: One major shortcoming in her profile was the one year gap she took post 12th to prepare for her Medical Entrance Exam.
Some points of inference from her profile are
- Your past academics matter but not more than your CAT percentile
- You can get admission despite being a fresher
- You need to be confident while delivering your answers
- In case of a gap, you should have a convincing answer to it
- Gain maximum exposure through internships
So even someone with an average profile can get a converted call!
How do I prepare for an MS interview at IISc Bangalore?
My brother attended two interviews for the MS program at IISc Bangalore. The two departments in which he got interviewed were Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. He cleared both interviews.
Here are a few tips to remember during your interview for MS at IISc Bangalore-
- Be clear with the basics.
- Be genuine and firm in your answers. Give the impression that you know what you are talking about.
- Be well-dressed and look confident.
- Use illustrations and examples for your answers where needed, and make use of the blackboard.
For his Mechanical Engineering Interview at IISc Bangalore, my brother was interviewed by a panel of 7-8 professors in a conference room. After the introductions were done, he was asked to explain some basic concepts on the blackboard. One such basic question was to plot the stress-strain curve for aluminum and rubber and to explain the difference. He was asked about his strengths among the topics covered in Mechanical Engineering. He was also asked about his final-year project.
For his Aerospace Engineering Interview at IISc Bangalore, he was first asked to fill out a form in which he assigned preferences to the four specializations offered by the department. He was also asked to choose between an M.S. and a direct Ph.D. The interview went on in a classroom, in a similar manner as the previous one. He was asked to solve a Heat Transfer Problem. After a few questions, he was asked why he chose to go for an M.S. instead of a direct Ph.D.
Both interviews lasted for 40 minutes. The interviewers at IISc Bangalore test your curiosity for learning new things and your aptitude for applying them. Remember never to sell yourself during such interviews, always seem eager to learn more. Prepare well and you will ace your interview.
What was someone's experience with the IIT Madras TI sponsored analog electronics MS program exam and interview?
Each year Texas Instruments (TI) India sponsors some students for the analog electronics MS program at IIT Madras. One of my friends went through the whole process and here are some of the useful snippets of her experience.
- Written Test - There will be a written test first. It is a two-hour test covering many interesting topics from analog electronics such as OPAMPS, BJTS, MOSFET, RLC circuits. But instead of straightforward questions, they will have questions with various combinations of the topics. In total there were 20 questions in this test.
- Presentation - Then an HR from Texas Instruments (TI) India will present you a PPT. There will also be some seniors who were selected the previous year. They will share their experiences.
- Technical Interview - After that from the 40 odd students who took the written test around 10 will be called for the technical interview. The interview will most probably start after lunch. The panel of three asked my friend to solve the questions which they had given in the written test, but she answered incorrectly. They will also ask some other additional questions as well.
- HR Interview - Finally there will be an HR round of interviews, where you would be asked about yourself, your strengths, weaknesses, past experiences, and many other things. After about 1 hour of the interview, you would get your provisional admission letters along with a TI scientific calculator.
In the interview, they are looking for your thought process and your approach to the problem rather than the exact correct answer as my friend did give a wrong answer but still got selected.
Also, the professors and the interviewers were very helpful and will guide you. The questions in the tests and the interviews will test you very thoroughly so you should have a stronghold over the subject. You can go through the preparatory materials posted on the website and the electronics book by Sedra and Smith.
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