Calling all ESSEC MiM Applicants(2017 intake)

Hey Guys, I got an interview call from ESSEC and it is scheduled for the month end. Can anyone please help me with the interview questions and share their experiences of the interview. It will be of great help. Thanks

Same story with me. Where is your interview? Mine is in the Cergy campus in France.

Any input would be indeed very helpful.

Hi I just had my interview at the Singapore campus ytd. Not sure how it will turn out but I would say that the whole experience was nice. The panel consists of 2 professeurs and they seem very friendly. One of them asked rather specific questions regarding my CV while the other ask obvious questions like why Essec etc. I guess it was usually about 30 minutes long but mine should be a little less than bc I felt it was so quick!
I think the best way to prepare is to know your CV inside out. For example, I was working in Fashion industry in 2 different roles so they ask why and how I changed, what motivates me, what I have learned during both jobs, tell us about your teamwork experience. For me they asked a lot about why I want to work in fashion because many students express their desire to pursue their career in this field so they want to make sure that the student doesnt want to do it just because the glamorous side of the industry.
Also the questions you will surely be asked that you could prepare beforehand are 1.Tell me about yourself 2. Why Essec? 3. Why business degree ? 4. What are your plans after graduate? 5. What could you bring to Essec, how would you contribute ? 6. Are you applying to other school? If you can't get in what's your backup plan? 7.Any question for them (I asked about the apprenticeship alternatives for non EU in Singapore and Jobs prospect for Asian students in Europe particularly in my field of interest)
Lastly, read their websites! I was asked whether I know the selection process of the LVMH chaire and how I will prepare for this competitive chaire. So if you mention somewhere in your application about any chaire or track, make sure you really know it well.
Hope you guys find it useful

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Hey,

I have been looking at pursuing MBA- Luxury Brand Management at ESSEC. However It would be of great help to know more about the school & the course before I go ahead.

1. Are they very particular about the work experience at ESSEC? I have 3 years full time work ex. Also my work ex is not in the relevant sector, would that be a problem?
2. Does ESSEC have good job placements? Would they necessarily be in Paris or do they have recruiters coming from all over?
3. I have a GMAT score of 660, Q-50 V-30. Would this be considered good enough?

Really appreciate some help out here. Thank you! :D

Hey guys, I'm Sanjana Sanjay and right now I live in Bangalore, India.

I have recently been offered admission into the MIM programmes at ESSEC and INSEAD. I'm having a hard time deciding between the two and I was hoping you guys could help me out.

ESSEC's programme has been in existence for a long time and its employment report is excellent. Moreover, it gives me more opportunities to work and undertake internships.

INSEAD has started the MIM programme only this year and therefore there are no employment stats or alumni for me to rely on. However, it has outstanding brand value and is considered the place to go to for consulting.

INSEAD has a one year programme while the ESSEC programme is two years.

Given that I aspire to enter the consulting industry, I'm confused between these schools. Do you guys have any advice or recommendations (ignoring the financial aspect of the studies)?

I would highly welcome and appreciate any input

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