Management

MDI Part Time PGP in Management-April 2011

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Management Development Institute, Gurgaon is one of the highly prestigious Management institutes in India. Known as MDI, the premier B-School is offering Post Graduate Programme in Management in Part Time mode. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals to get a degree from most prestigious B-School. MDI issued admission notification for the course starting from April 2011. Following are details of the program:

Eligibility for Post Graduate Programme in Management (Part Time): Applicants should be Managers / Executives of private and public sector companies and officers of state and central governments located in and around Delhi. They should have 3 years bachelor’s degree in 10+2+3/4 pattern and should be equivalent in any discipline. At least 3 years of post qualification executive work experience is also required. Candidates with professional qualifications like Engineering, CA, CS, Cost Accountancy, Architects, Doctors etc. can also apply and they would have added advantage.

The duration of the program is 3 years and can be treated on par with regular PGPM program. Classes will be arranged on Sundays during evening times for the first year. Thereafter, evening classes will be held depending on the elective chosen by the candidates.
Selection will be based on written test and interview to be conducted at MDI. Interested candidates can obtain applications from the MDI campus at Gurgaon or New Delhi office on cash payment of Rs. 1600. You can also apply online through www.mdi.ac.in with application fee of Rs. 1750.

1. Last Date for receipt of filled in applications: 27 January 2011
2. Exam Date: 13 February 2011
3. Address: Management Development Institute, Mehrauli Road, Gurgaon- 122007. Phone: +91 124 4560000/ 4560555/ 4560666. Email: admissions@mdi.ac.in

GD and Interview Tips for B-School Entrance Tests

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Prominent B-Schools conduct Group Discussions (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI) as part of the selection process. Students are selected for GD and PI based on your past academic record, work experience and performance in the entrance test. During GD a candidate is assessed for his communication, articulation, initiation, and qualitative interaction and leadership skills.

Process of Group Discussion

1. Normally groups of 8-10 candidates are formed into a leaderless group, and are given a specific situation to analyze and discuss within a given time limit.
2. The group has to finalize the modalities for deliberating on the topic.
3. The candidate who takes initiative and facilitates the discussion would have an edge over others.
4. The relevance of points contributed during discussion, etiquette, attitude and kinesics are observed by the evaluators.
5. The candidate who seizes the opportunity to summarize and conclude the discussion would also have an edge over others.

Tips to be successful in Group Discussion

1. The candidate should attempt to stand out in the group in a positive manner through the initiative, leadership, strength of the arguments presented and be noticed by the evaluator.
2. The contribution made should be focused towards the topic.
3. Bringing new perspectives would be appreciated, rather than making the discussion mundane.
4. Consensus building among the group would be appreciated.
5. Do not criticize, dominate the discussion and get into heated arguments.
6. Ensure that after your turn is over, others are given a chance to express themselves.
7. Treat the other participants with respect.

Personal Interview :

The focus of personal interview is on the candidate’s suitability for the MBA program. The panel of interviewers will assess the knowledge of the candidate, presence of mind, creativity, out of box thinking, tricky questions, aptitude towards business, etc.

Tips to be successful in Personal Interview :

1. The focus of a B-school interview can range from specific questions about your previous job to broad discussions on life. Approach the interview as a conversation to be enjoyed, not as a question-and-answer ordeal. It may be about your hobbies – your recent cross-country trip. This does not mean that the interviewers are not serious. It just means that you are being sized up as a person and a future professional in all your dimensions.
2. Try to be witty, charming and natural self. Do not try to put on. The interviewers will be able to see your masks through. Sometimes institutes invite their alumni as a part of interview panel. Do not dismiss them as lightweights.
3. It is important to have a good idea of “What you consider to be your greatest strength, why and what are some examples that show this”, before you go into an interview. Although the interviewer will most likely ask some pointed questions, you may also encounter something as broad as “So, tell me about yourself.” These open ended questions are usually the one’s that help you lead the interview.
4. Either way, you should encompass in your mind as to what you want to convey about who you are before you go into any interview. Lack of preparation is a common complaint among interviewers, and if you are prepared, you will stand out among your competitors.