The toughest section among all the screening rounds is the personal interview. That is because there is no syllabus, no pattern and no definite queries that you can refer to. Interviewers focus on evaluating your overall personality and skills while conducting an MBA Personal Interview.
Students are required to have quality leadership skills. Although what the interviewers will ask you is uncertain, we have jotted down for you some of the usually asked questions.
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Tell Us Something about Yourself.
This is one request the interviewers usually have. Here, you need to give a short description about yourself including family background, education qualifications and more.
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Why do you want an MBA Degree?
Explain what motivates you to pursue a degree in management courses.
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What was your favorite Subject during Graduation?
To extend the conversation they may ask your favorite subject. Choose wisely and be prepared as they may dig deeper by asking some subject related queries.
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Why are you interested in the particular B-school?
You have to be prepared with a list of the qualities of the institute. (You should do this preferably before applying). Points could include placement record and teaching reviews among other information you like about the institute.
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What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Be brief and do not forget to explain why and how you use your strengths and tackle your weaknesses.
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What are your short and long-term goals?
Explain where you see yourself in next 5 to 10 years. Your goals must be realistic and focused.
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If you’re admitted to the program, what do you think your biggest challenge will be?
Evaluate your performance and mention the challenges you are going to face. You can talk about competing in studies or getting placed to the industry and company of your choice.
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Questions about General Awareness
A management student should have good general knowledge. Interviewers maybe inclined to ask you about your interests and dig deeper. They will ask general knowledge questions they believe you should know based on the information you provide. Although it is entirely possible they might ask any question on general knowledge. Questions could vary from general information to specific industry information.
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Question from Current Affairs
Stay updated with the latest and trending news from all around the world. They may ask your opinions about certain events.
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Do you have work experience? Have you ever handled a team?
If you have no work experience, then simply answer truthfully. In case you have, then give the factual details. Try not to add to false information that you will not be able to back up in case interviewers decide to ask specifics. Remember that interviewers are experienced people and they will be able to sense a lie.
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