Calling all ISB Applicants - (2016 Intake) Class of 2017

You guys have got it correct. I have a confirmation from the ISB admissions team about Bangalore applicants being called to Hyderabad as the slots here have filled up. Keep your hopes up if you have still not heard back. Its been only 4-5 days since the interviews started rolling.

As per an article, the ratio is 1:4:8
For every 8 applications, 4 are interviewed and finally one is selected.

Hi,

I have selected Mumbai as Interview location. My application status doesn't say as shortlisted, does that mean I am not going to be invited for the interview?

Thanks in advance

Dear Friends,

Interview dates at Mohali have not been decided yet but it would be scheduled only after 20 Nov. Those of you who have not received interview invite for Bangalore/Mumbai, do stand a realistic chance of getting interviewed at Mohali. Don't lose hope.

Thanks !! Appreciate the reply!

There are many cases, where in the applicants are called to wither of the Hyderabad or Mohali campus later. This is because of the limited time of the interviewers.
There are some people from Bangalore who are being called for the interview in Hyderabad.

So, there is still a lot of hope.
All the best!

I was under the impression that Mumbai interviews are on 28th/29th Nov so the calls will be rolled out one week before these dates and only Bangalore and Hyderabad calls have been rolled out.

Has anybody received a call for Mumbai interview

The load in the Bangalore and Hyderabad circuit is cleared first. After that only Delhi and Mumbai applicants will be called. I am also from Mumbai and there is no reason to believe that we are dinged. We should wait for a week or so, I guess.

DJ

FROM ISB Admissions Blog: Head of Admissions shares tips to build your application

By Nidhi Reddy, Head of Admissions, PGP, PGPMAX & MFAB I’m often asked about the essential qualities/ traits we look for in a PGP aspirant and how one can build a strong ISB application. Based on information available from various sources, people draw conclusions about the selection process. Often these perceptions are disparate and far from reality. So, let me take this opportunity to clarify and tell you how you can build a strong application. To know what it takes to make a strong application, it is essential that one understands what we are looking for in a candidate. The application process is designed to identify smart individuals, with a track record of performance in whatever they do.  Through the process, we evaluate a candidate on three broad parameters – Analytical Ability & Academic Potential, Leadership Potential and Personal Attributes. Analytical Ability & Academic Potential: Your GMAT score indicates your ability to evaluate complex information in a time-bound manner, consequently indicating your Analytical Abilities. Your academic records, on the other hand, tell us about your capability to learn in a structured programme. It reflects your potential to cope with the academic rigor that the PGP at  the ISB demands. You don’t strictly need to have aced your academics, but having a balanced and consistent track record in your academic performance helps strengthen your case. Having said that,  the GMAT score is not the be all & end all of your prospects at ISB. It is just one of the many evaluation factors – so, if you have other strengths, you may make it even with an average GMAT score.  While a high GMAT score is an advantage, an average GMAT doesn’t necessarily mean a rejection. As ISB, a small number of applicants with GMAT scores as low as 600 make it to the Class every year, whereas, a number of applicants with a GMAT score of 740+ get rejected at the same time. Tip: Since academic scores cannot be altered, to prove your academic and analytical skills, score well on your GMAT. Leadership Potential & Personal Attributes: Your achievements at work, your choice of extra-curricular activities and your involvement in them display your ability to lead and influence people, organize activities and your ambition to see a project to its end etc are characteristics of aspiring leaders. You must emphasize these qualities in your essays. Your essays should clearly reflect your personality, your goals and expectations. Tip: Highlight the key responsibilities & projects you have handled at work. Identify your strengths and back them up with examples in your essays. Be prepared to talk about it during the interview. Tip: A strong application tells us your story. To make yourself stand out among the sea of applicants, you need to spend a fair amount of time making a compelling application. Now that you know how your application will be assessed, work on it based on the given tips to make a strong case. All the best!

FROM ISB PGP Admissions Director Blog: Head of Admissions shares tips to build your application

By Nidhi Reddy, Head of Admissions, PGP, PGPMAX & MFAB I’m often asked about the essential qualities/ traits we look for in a PGP aspirant and how one can build a strong ISB application. Based on information available from various sources, people draw conclusions about the selection process. Often these perceptions are disparate and far from reality. So, let me take this opportunity to clarify and tell you how you can build a strong application. To know what it takes to make a strong application, it is essential that one understands what we are looking for in a candidate. The application process is designed to identify smart individuals, with a track record of performance in whatever they do.  Through the process, we evaluate a candidate on three broad parameters – Analytical Ability & Academic Potential, Leadership Potential and Personal Attributes. Analytical Ability & Academic Potential: Your GMAT score indicates your ability to evaluate complex information in a time-bound manner, consequently indicating your Analytical Abilities. Your academic records, on the other hand, tell us about your capability to learn in a structured programme. It reflects your potential to cope with the academic rigor that the PGP at  the ISB demands. You don’t strictly need to have aced your academics, but having a balanced and consistent track record in your academic performance helps strengthen your case. Having said that,  the GMAT score is not the be all & end all of your prospects at ISB. It is just one of the many evaluation factors – so, if you have other strengths, you may make it even with an average GMAT score.  While a high GMAT score is an advantage, an average GMAT doesn’t necessarily mean a rejection. As ISB, a small number of applicants with GMAT scores as low as 600 make it to the Class every year, whereas, a number of applicants with a GMAT score of 740+ get rejected at the same time. Tip: Since academic scores cannot be altered, to prove your academic and analytical skills, score well on your GMAT. Leadership Potential & Personal Attributes: Your achievements at work, your choice of extra-curricular activities and your involvement in them display your ability to lead and influence people, organize activities and your ambition to see a project to its end etc are characteristics of aspiring leaders. You must emphasize these qualities in your essays. Your essays should clearly reflect your personality, your goals and expectations. Tip: Highlight the key responsibilities & projects you have handled at work. Identify your strengths and back them up with examples in your essays. Be prepared to talk about it during the interview. Tip: A strong application tells us your story. To make yourself stand out among the sea of applicants, you need to spend a fair amount of time making a compelling application. Now that you know how your application will be assessed, work on it based on the given tips to make a strong case. All the best!

My interview is scheduled at 11:30 AM. what about yours?

So it's safe to conclude that the first set of interviews will be on 7th November?

Gulp... Nervousness creeping in now

I am scheduled at 430 PM.



I wonder if interviewers would be too exhausted after a day of meeting people and hearing similar sounding answers.

Hello,

I gave my GMAT on 2nd Nov (Scored 660 only (Q48, V-32), I was aiming 700+ but didn’t happen . This was my 2nd attempt. In my first attempt last year the score was 580. I was so keen on applying to ISB this year. But because of this low score I am doubtful, but I am still thinking of applying for R2. Please somebody tell me that whether I have any chance of getting shortlisted.

Profile

Work Experience –
3 years and 2 months
Company – Indian Oil corporation Limited

Roles & Responsibilities
At IOCL, I am responsible for coordinating marketing and sales activities of Western Zone. Aimed at increasing sales and improving operational efficiency, my work involves interaction with professionals across the value chain. This also gives me insight into domains like logistics, pricing and channel management. I played a key role in increasing the sales of our zones vis-a-vis last year by taking some initiatives
a) Liquidation of slow moving inventory through discount negotiation with customer and strategizing the positioning of grades in the overall grade basket.
b) With the help of effective coordination with dispatch team and advance delivery planning, I succeeded in increasing the sales of our zones.


Academics
Graduated in Polymer Science and chemical technology from Delhi College of engineering
Distinction – 75.74%
X – 82.8%
XII – 83%

Paper Publication –
Got research paper published on – “A Framework for Imbibing Sustainability in Supply Chains: Learning’s from Cases of India Inc.” in an international conference - HAMBURG INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF LOGISTICS

Project-
Coordinator – BAWANA INDUSTRIES DEVELOPMENT
We group of 6 people undertook a project for the regeneration of Bawana SME cluster having more than 7000 industrial units. The project was carried out for 5 months to showcase the problems faced by the entrepreneurs. Exhaustive field survey was done. Created unique Government-Industry-Academia interface meets to solve the problems prevalent in the Industrial Cluster.

Event management:-
Organised a two day executive certificate workshop on Internal branding and corporate communication: strategy and practice at DMS IIT Delhi. The program was coordinated by one of the prominent faculty at DMS , IIT Delhi.


Extra curricular & Achievement ( can’t say whether significant or not)
1. Association with I-Volunteer an NGO for 5 months in college. Participated in various events for under-privileged children.
2. Infrastructure head of annual technical symposium by our branch at college.
3. Event head of “Radical-Business plan” in fest.
4. Active participation in sports
a) Captained cricket team of my department in college
b) Active member of school Basketball team. We stood 3rd at zonal level. Received a certificate of merit for that.

Please help.
Thanks in Advance !

Hi ,

Is any one scheduled for an interview at Hyd on 7th Nov around 11.30??

hey guy!

Congrats on getting your respective call!

How are you guys planning to prepare for the subsequent stages... especially those from Kolkata?

Any calls from Kolkata?