I have a GAP YEAR. Will it hamper my prospect of an admission? Does it really matter?

No and Yes.

You need to understand that having a gap year is not the problem in itself. The problem is most students don't plan to address that gap!

Gap year does not matter if you have a justification for the same. Sickness. Internships. Projects. Family commitments. etc.

Gap year matters if you "had taken a break to prepare for the exam".

What you need to understand is that they are looking for managers. If you have whittled away a resource as precious as an year; what does that tell them about you?

So, if you have a gap, you need to have a justification for that. As long as you have a justification as well as the capability to answer questions on those justifications - Its all GOLDEN!

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#MBA #MBA2023 #GroupDiscussion #GD #PI #PersonalInterview

Does clearing the CAT/XAT/Any other exam school mean everything is set?

Nothing could be further away from the truth.

See, there is this thing called as GD/PI.

Right now you are facing some 3 Lakh odd aspirants, bulk which are not really serious in their preparation. So, its easier now.

But during GDPI, all are really sincere candidates. Plus, there are no faculties/ mentors which go to that round!

And, unfortunately, people don't focus on this round as much as they should.

zyada halke mein le lete hain.

and then yeh round un logon ke mazze leta hai!

So
1) Prepare common Interview Questions
2) Prepare a good resume
3) Start reading newspapers NOW

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Updates for Admission to TISS

1. General Paper (COQP12) will be required for students applying to management courses while General Paper (COQP11) will be required for students applying to non-management courses.

2. Students applying for MA in Applied Psychology (Clinical and Counseling Practice) are required to attempt the exam for Psychology (HUQP20).

3. CUET-PG will have certain weightage and the rest will be at the discretion of the respective Schools which may conduct personal interviews, and group discussions among other things to finalize the admission.

4. Until the formal announcement, refer to the syllabus issued for CUET-PG 2023 to start preparation.

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A sincere request to all

For GD/PI sessions, please trust someone / some institute who has a background for helping others

Not a college student who cracked the exam and is still in the college / barely graduated

On TG, IG, LinkedIn; I see numerous posts from students (read influencers due to batch sizes) offering their Guidance/ Counselling/ PI services for a "minimum charge".

If and when you do get a shot; don't let it go to waste due to incompetent or insufficient guidance

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A big all the best to all students appearing for SNAP today

Do share your experience!

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On a serious note though, Sadly; we don’t always know the depths of someone’s depression until it is too late.

Drop a Personal Message in case someone needs an ear to hear them out. Reach me @TheQuantMentor

Response may be delayed at times because of several factors.

But will never be denied.

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In case someone is interested, here is a concise compendium of Major MBA Specializations

Especially worth reading if you have your heart set on a specialisation - You should know what kind of background the interviewer would expect you to know!

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POV: Students checking their phone in the middle of an algebra class be like - Phone hi dekh lete hain, algebra toh waisse bhi samajh toh aa nahin rahi hai

PS: Listen with full volume

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Venn Diagram for the beginners

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How to remember everything that you study?

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Mocks for XAT have been uploaded at https://t.me/c/1972968225/168

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You cant hope to win unless you lose some times

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I am sharing the Quant Formula Book again for the exams

Do feel free to share!

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The actual problem is often much much less than what we make out to be

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The STAR method is a structured approach to answering interview questions by providing a well thought out response.

You can use this approach to frame compelling narratives in all your interview questions, especially in the ones dealing with Position of responsibilities, to showcase your abilities and achievements.

This approach helps you demonstrate your ability to think critically, take initiative, and achieve positive outcomes in various situations.

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Preparing for an #MBA #interview in requires a combination of #Knowledge, #Self Awareness and #Communication skills

1. Be prepared to discuss every detail on your resume. Highlight your achievements, experiences, and the skills you've acquired.

2. Familiarize yourself with the MBA program you are interviewing for. Know the curriculum, faculty, unique features, and any recent achievements of the business school.

3. Be clear about your short-term and long-term career goals. Explain how an MBA aligns with your aspirations and how the specific program can help you achieve them.

4. Prepare commonly anticipated questions. Questions about your past experiences, Questions about challenges you've faced, and how you've overcome them. Prepare examples that showcase your leadership skills and ability to collaborate with others.

5. Participate in mock interviews with friends, family, or career counselors. Practice answering common questions and receive feedback to improve your responses.

6. Prepare thoughtful questions to ask the interviewers. This demonstrates your genuine interest in the program and your strategic thinking. This is not a mandatory part

The more you think of an interview as an interaction, the better your experience would be. If you think of it as a QnA session, the more stressed out you will be.

I can not emphasize this last part enough. Maintain composure during the interview. Speak clearly, concisely, and with confidence. Take a moment to gather your thoughts before responding to questions.