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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   14 Dec 2016, 23:36
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   14 Dec 2016, 23:49
Hi congratulations all :)

I am planning to apply to ISB in round 2.
Through your application experience: essays, recommendations, interviews, GMAT score, academics, extra-curricular......

which components you felt are VERY important for the adcom ? Was there any difference between what you perceived to be the most important and what actually is?

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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   15 Dec 2016, 01:38
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Trust you are doing well and best of luck for your applications.

I am an ISB alum,CO14 and have been assisting applicants get into ISB and other global B schools for the last couple of years. From my personal experience and also from the experience of my clients, there is NO one single component (apart from GMAT), which can be attributed to your profile. The admission committee wants to visualize you from a holistic perspective and hence considers each element. The reason being, while GMAT is tangible and can be easily bench marked, every other component of your application - essays, LORs and things you mention in the form are intangible and hence cannot be directly bench marked.
For ex. assume you have portrayed yourself as a risk taker in your application essays, however, your manager has mentioned that you are very process oriented and methodical. Although both these statements in silos have positive connotations, if you overlap them there will be a disconnect since it is a general notion risk takers don't always follow the protocol. Things like this can make or break your impression in front of the admission committee.

Please feel free to reach out to me at +91-9701215544/arijit.biswas@mbaessayconsultant.com/arijit_biswas89 (Skype Id) anytime between 7pm - 12 am IST on a weekday for a further discussion around this.

Wish you the very best.

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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   15 Dec 2016, 01:42
Hi ladybird,

This is wrt to query regarding whether to mention GMAT improvement as part of the reapplication question.

I would strongly urge you to use the space to talk about other components of your profile that have changed in the last 12 months. You can talk about a new role, new client, promotion, a passion you have developed etc. The reason being GMAT improvement is a tangible component, which the admission committee can very well fathom from your application details. So why reiterate the same thing.

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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   15 Dec 2016, 03:37
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Hi Shiv,

Trust you are doing well and best of luck for your applications.

I am an ISB alum,CO14 and have been assisting applicants get into ISB and other global B schools for the last couple of years. From my personal experience and also from the experience of my clients, there is NO one single component (apart from GMAT), which can be attributed to your profile. The admission committee wants to visualize you from a holistic perspective and hence considers each element. The reason being, while GMAT is tangible and can be easily bench marked, every other component of your application - essays, LORs and things you mention in the form are intangible and hence cannot be directly bench marked.
For ex. assume you have portrayed yourself as a risk taker in your application essays, however, your manager has mentioned that you are very process oriented and methodical. Although both these statements in silos have positive connotations, if you overlap them there will be a disconnect since it is a general notion risk takers don't always follow the protocol. Things like this can make or break your impression in front of the admission committee.

Please feel free to reach out to me at +91-9701215544/arijit.biswas@mbaessayconsultant.com/arijit_biswas89 (Skype Id) anytime between 7pm - 12 am IST on a weekday for a further discussion around this.

Wish you the very best.

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Thanks Arijit for your prompt reply.
One more query
Who should be the recommender if its a family business as it is mentioned that recommendation must come from employees or someone in the company who is not an acquaintance ?
What should be done in such a case?


Thanks in advance.
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   19 Dec 2016, 00:33
Made it! :)

Admitted on: 2016/11/10
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   19 Dec 2016, 23:45
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   20 Dec 2016, 11:51
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Made it! :)

Admitted on: 2016/11/10
Heard back via: Email
Location: India
GMAT: 740, Q49, V41
GPA: 3.8
WE: 56 months
Industry: Energy and Utilities
Decision Received on: 2016/11/10

Which campus? :)
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   25 Dec 2016, 11:20
Is there a thread for waitlisted applicants from R1?
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   26 Dec 2016, 04:23
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Is there a thread for waitlisted applicants from R1?
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   26 Dec 2016, 05:47
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Hope everyone is doing well. Approx 20 days left for R2 app submission deadline; How are your essays coming along, guys?

Had some time on this weekend so I did a quick analysis of R1 admission trend in this year... Looks like acceptance rate of R1 has increased quite a bit. Around 17.5% applicants have been admitted to ISB this year in R1; Historically it has been around 14%.

As expected, avg GMAT and WE of admits are higher than those of overall application pool; however, GPA of admits is actually lower. Not sure if it's a reporting bias and ISB really cares less about GPA. Any thoughts?


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Avg GMATAvg GPAWork Experience (in Months)
Overall7013.422.38
Admitted7283.43.66
Denied/Waitlisted6913.432.08


Industry-wise Classification of R1 admits!


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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   27 Dec 2016, 03:54
Hi All,

I have a specific query, was looking through the post but could not find the answer.
Presently i am based out of oman. Skype/watapp/other VOIP services does not work as per Oman telecom regulations and during interview period i will not be able to come to India. So does ISB consider a telephonic interview if the case is genuine?
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   27 Dec 2016, 06:38
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Hi All,

I have a specific query, was looking through the post but could not find the answer.
Presently i am based out of oman. Skype/watapp/other VOIP services does not work as per Oman telecom regulations and during interview period i will not be able to come to India. So does ISB consider a telephonic interview if the case is genuine?

Usually ISB requires both a voice call + skype video for their skype interviews to ensure that audio is not compromised. In my situation, unfortunately, skype wasn't functioning well (not sure which side had the issue) so they just conducted my interview over the phone. If you notify the adcom when you receive the interview notification, I'm sure they'll arrange for you accordingly.


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FROM ISB Admissions Blog: 2 Weeks to Cycle-2 Deadline | FAQs
Here are some last minute frequently asked questions, that will help you gain clarity regarding your application to ISB in the cycle-2.

1.       When is the last date to submit the GMAT/GRE score?

January 15, 2017 is the last date to submit your test scores. If you take the standardised test on January 15, you can directly report it from the Test center. Don’t forget to plug in your scores and submit your application on or before the Deadline.

2.       When should you submit my recommender details?

It is best you give your recommender ample of time to do justice to your evaluation, so do this as soon as possible. You will have to enter their name, phone number and official email address, and an evaluation link will be sent to them.

3.       Who should be your evaluator?

Ideally, your evaluator should be someone who has had a chance to observe your work closely in the recent past. Your evaluator should be familiar with your abilities, areas of improvement etc. Here is a detailed blog on the same. https://blogs.isb.edu/admissionsdirector/2016/09/22/all-about-recommendations/



4.       What if you want to change your evaluator details?

Write to apphelp@isb.edu and request for the change

5.       What is the eligibility for the Need-based scholarships?

The family income should be less that Rs 10 lacs. Family income includes the income/ pension of you father, mother, spouse and any unmarried sibling if any. Income proofs for the same need to be submitted

6.       Do we get merit-based scholarships in Cycle 2?

Yes, we do give out 50% of the merit scholarships in the Cycle 2

7.       What are the scholarships available in Cycle 2 ?

Apart from the need-based and merit-based scholarships, there are corporate scholarships and alumni endowments are given out once you join ISB. Here are more details of the same https://www.isb.edu/pgp/fees-financing/Scholarships/corporate-and-other-scholarships

8.       What is the eligibility for the merit-based scholarships?

Everyone who applies to ISB is by default considered for the merit-based scholarship. The overall application is evaluated for the same – the GMAT, Acads, Quality of Workex and Interview performance all count.

9.       What should we project in the essays?

You can base your essays to highlight your strengths. Here is a blog on what do we look for in a candidate. https://blogs.isb.edu/admissionsdirector/2015/09/22/what-do-we-look-for-in-a-pgp-candidate/

10.   Is being a re-applicant a deterrent?

No, ISB doesn’t differentiate between fresh applicants and re-applicants. If you are a re-applicant, do highlight your achievements from the last time you have applied.



Hope these answers clear your doubts. Do write to pgp@isb.edu should you need more information

All the best with your application.
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Does ISB start inviting for interviews as soon as the application is complete or does it wait for the deadline to send out invites?


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There is no hard and fast rule as to when interview invites are rolled out. Interview invites are sent out till the deadline.
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Re: Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   05 Jan 2017, 01:21
Does ISB application need to upload a resume, I am unable to find it...
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Does ISB application need to upload a resume, I am unable to find it...
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They don't need a resume but they do need an online form to be filled with roles and responsibilities. When they print it, it looks like a resume.

So essentially, the resume is in their format and ever pointer has a character limit
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Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018 [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   Updated on: 01 Nov 2017, 15:34
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Admissions FAQs [#permalink] Calling all ISB Applicants - (2017 Intake) Class of 2018   06 Jan 2017, 07:00
FROM ISB Admissions Blog: Admissions FAQs
Here are some more commonly asked questions.

This should help you gain more clarity on your application to ISB.

1.       Is GMAT given more preference over GRE?

No. There is no preference given to one over the other. Both the exams would be weighted equally in your profile evaluation.

2.       What are the cut-offs for GRE and GMAT?

There are no cut-offs for either of the tests. The scores along with your essays and recommendations add weight to your application. However, we had applicants apply to us with a GMAT range of 600 to 780, and a GRE range of 303 to 334, in the past.

3.       Till when should the scores be valid? If your scores expire before the interview date is that ok?

Your scores need to be valid till your enrollment into the class. i.e. April 15, 2017 if you are applying to the Class of 2018. The application deadline however January 15, 2017

4.       What are the career opportunities post the PGP programme?

Last year, a total of 1151 offers were made by 297 companies which participated in the placements process.

Read more about the placement highlights here www.isb.edu/pgp/careers/placement-highlights

Read more about the placement trends here:  www.isb.edu/pgp/careers/placement-trends

5.       How do I submit the GRE scores as the test center doesn’t give you the same?

Applicants giving their GRE on January 15, 2017, can submit the GRE scores provided at test centre. Percentiles, if not available can be entered as 100.

Applicants who have not received their official GRE score report, can upload your GRE appointment letter under “Upload Documents” section. But ensure that you request your official score reports to be sent to ISB.

6.       What is the School code for GRE / GMAT

The school code for GRE is 7892, and for GMAT is N2D-J5-01

7.       Can I pick the campus I want to go to?

You may state your preference in your application, but the admissions team allocates the campus to maintain similar class cohorts to enhance peer learning.

8.       Will my chances of admissions or placements get affected by the campus I choose?

No. ISB follows a unified admissions and placement process for Class. The process is common for all and has no bearing on which campus you study or prefer.

If you have any more questions write to us at pgp@isb.edu

Good luck.
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