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Hi everyone!

As someone who's applying in R1 for Jan 2022 I'm looking forward to going through this experience with other applicants like me! So lets share our insights, suggestions and experiences here. With the round 1 deadline in less less than 4 days, how is the application looking? Has anyone done the video interview yet? what were the questions like

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INSEAD Jan'22 intake Deadlines

RoundApplication DueInterview invitationsDecisions Released
Round 1Mar 5, 2021Apr 9, 2021May 14, 2021
Round 2Apr 23, 2021May 28, 2021Jul 2, 2021
Round 3Jun 18, 2021Jul 23, 2021Sep 3, 2021
Round 4Jul 30, 2021Aug 27, 2021Sep 24, 2021

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I'm planning to apply to INSEAD this year, but i'm not sure if i can make my essays ready until Friday, most likely I'll apply in R2.

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I’m so over the word limit on my essays. Gah!! Why do they ask you to open up only to shut you down! I’m hustling to make it on time Friday.

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I have yet to take GMAT. Do I need to take TOEFL or IELTS for Insead application.

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Are you working on essay one motivation?
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I’m so over the word limit on my essays. Gah!! Why do they ask you to open up only to shut you down! I’m hustling to make it on time Friday.

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See here https://www.insead.edu/sites/default/files/assets/dept/mp/mba/docs/INSEAD_FAQ.pdf

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It’s a good instinct to make sure that your essays are the best they can be. don’t take a long break, this is a very long application. And you definitely want to apply round two to receive maximum scholarship consideration

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Guys how important are the video interviews? Any tips or advice? Having a tough time in the practice in gathering my thoughts and giving complete answers in a minute, as in i end up not completing what i'm saying in the time limit.. dont want to mess it up considering the amount of effort that has already gone into the other parts of the app
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Anyone interested in teaming up on commenting on each other's essays and practice interviews, etc. - reach out :-). Maybe we can team up in a group of 2-3. I'm submitting for the R2 deadline.
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I have done my video interviews and received confirmation from the school. Pray for an interview now.
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Just submitted my application! Does anyone know if i need to complete the video interview by tomorrow, or i can do it over the weekend?
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Just submitted my application! Does anyone know if i need to complete the video interview by tomorrow, or i can do it over the weekend?
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mo4mba2022 this might be helpful, the tips at the top and all the known INSEAD video questions below
https://mbaessaycoaching.com/b/video-essay-and-interview-tips-and---kellogg-insead-and-yale-questions
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Guys how important are the video interviews? Any tips or advice? Having a tough time in the practice in gathering my thoughts and giving complete answers in a minute, as in i end up not completing what i'm saying in the time limit.. dont want to mess it up considering the amount of effort that has already gone into the other parts of the app
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Thanks! Gave the interview on Wednesday, fingers crossed now. I dont think it was my best attempt but let's see hoping for the best!



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mo4mba2022 this might be helpful, the tips at the top and all the known INSEAD video questions below
https://mbaessaycoaching.com/b/video-essay-and-interview-tips-and---kellogg-insead-and-yale-questions
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Guys how important are the video interviews? Any tips or advice? Having a tough time in the practice in gathering my thoughts and giving complete answers in a minute, as in i end up not completing what i'm saying in the time limit.. dont want to mess it up considering the amount of effort that has already gone into the other parts of the app
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Hi guys, I'm trying to record the KIRA Interview but my webcam is persistently blur.

Are the practice sessions meant to be a bit blurry instead of super sharp?

Will this affect the actual one?
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Its probably your webcam or internet. Practice sessions quality would be same as the actual thing

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Hi guys, I'm trying to record the KIRA Interview but my webcam is persistently blur.

Are the practice sessions meant to be a bit blurry instead of super sharp?

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Its probably your webcam or internet. Practice sessions quality would be same as the actual thing

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Hi guys, I'm trying to record the KIRA Interview but my webcam is persistently blur.

Are the practice sessions meant to be a bit blurry instead of super sharp?

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Hmm. this is concerning... I've tried it connected to my LAN, as well as WIFI, and it's still blury.

Tried it on my phone, both on house WIFI and 4G, still blury :/
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I have done my video interviews and received confirmation from the school. Pray for an interview now.
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Is this KIRA based interview?
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Can you all tell me the questions you got in the KIRA interview? I would like to compile those and make a new topic for future applicants. Thanks :)
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Its probably your webcam or internet. Practice sessions quality would be same as the actual thing

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Hi guys, I'm trying to record the KIRA Interview but my webcam is persistently blur.

Are the practice sessions meant to be a bit blurry instead of super sharp?

Will this affect the actual one?


Hmm. this is concerning... I've tried it connected to my LAN, as well as WIFI, and it's still blury.

Tried it on my phone, both on house WIFI and 4G, still blury :/
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Maybe try a different webcam or mobile camera if that is possible. Also, I don't think the video quality would have a say in the decision. Just make sure that they can figure out it is actually you in the video :)
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