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Pypoch

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04 Dec 2014, 01:24

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Still no interview emails? Aren't they supposed to be rolling them out starting the 3rd Monday after app deadline?

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Let's hope our results come quick.

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04 Dec 2014, 07:44

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R2 applicant here. Just received interview email. I am based in France and my AO is AN.

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04 Dec 2014, 09:49

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R2 applicant based in Germany, I just received the invitation email from AN as well!

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04 Dec 2014, 10:30

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Congrats guys! This anticipation is killing me. Come on CT!! My temporary parole is up in 11 days. :'(

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05 Dec 2014, 03:34

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Just received my interview invite for R2!

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05 Dec 2014, 08:25

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Congrats! Your AO wouldn't happen to be CT, would she?

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Just received my interview invite for R2!

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05 Dec 2014, 08:29

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Congrats! Your AO wouldn't happen to be CT, would she?

hermionegranger

Just received my interview invite for R2!

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No, my AO is IR, I'm based in Brazil.

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07 Dec 2014, 19:54

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Can somebody update the latest MBA connect numbers here?

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08 Dec 2014, 01:31

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Can somebody update the latest MBA connect numbers here?

Hi aviraljain420 - what numbers are you looking for?

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08 Dec 2014, 01:53

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Hi,

I was looking for total admits and Total Indian Admits.

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08 Dec 2014, 05:23

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Hi,

I was looking for total admits and Total Indian Admits.

Total 149, 26 Indians (if I am checking correctly).

ustoeuropembaseeker

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08 Dec 2014, 07:37

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Interview Experience -

Pre-Interview: Reviewed INSEAD interview format, Re-read all my essays and spoke with more INSEAD students/alumni. Several mock-interviews. Focused prep on trinity questions (why MBA, why INSEAD and why now). Followed AO's instructions and send INSEAD application to interviewers. Additionally sent CV to them. Also brought paper copies of both to the interviews.

First Interview:
Even interview at a coffee shop with an entrepreneur. Unsure of how to dress so I went with business formal. However, I took off my tie and jacket after arriving because I was overdressed for the venue.

Interview went very well. Questions -
-Tell me about yourself
-Trinity questions
-cultural differences about places I worked in
-biggest challenge at work
-post MBA goals

Since the interviewer was in a field I am interested in, I asked a lot of questions about their experience/background in addition to questions about INSEAD. Interview went like a conversation and ended up lasting about 1.5 hours. Felt very confident, but was concerned when the interviewer wished me luck with the rest of the INSEAD application process and said "IF you get into INSEAD..." several times, rather than some of the very positive feedback other interviewees have received in the past (i.e. "I will give a positive recommendation to the AdCom").

Second Interview:

At the office of a director at a large MNC. Interviewer was older than my first. Dressed business formal.

Questions -
-Why MBA. Interviewer injected with valid questions about my goals several times during my response.
-Asked about my non-quant background.
-Asked what you could classify as case questions about my field and post-MBA interests.
-Trinity question. Focus vs. other similar MBA schools.
-Questioned my plans as an entrepreneur and how INSEAD fit (or didn't) with it.
-How will I finance the MBA

In the end, the interview went very well. The interviewer interjected and questioned me quite a bit but always was respectful. And I was glad it went that way, as I was able to clearly articulate why INSEAD is for me. I was confident from the first interview and preparation. I knew INSEAD is the best fit for me and the value that I bring to the community.

Overall Takeaways:
-Be honest! Like everyone else, I know why I want to go to INSEAD and I made sure to stress that.
-Know your interviewers. Research them and their background. Anticipate what sorts of questions they would ask with their background, position, etc. If you are interviewing in a country or with an interviewer from a respective industry, understand the cultural context and prepare for it.
-Know your "weaknesses". Hopefully they come up in the interview process. Surely the AdCom has the same questions and having an opportunity to address them is great. Each "weakness" or hurdle was an opportunity for growth and should be a chip on your shoulder!

Finally, know your strengths and story. Everyone brings value and has a unique story. Be sure to highlight both in a clear way. Why are you better than the next candidate? More likely than not, there will be a "better" on-paper candidate in terms of GPA, GMAT or work experience than you. What makes you awesome!? For me, my background and my post-MBA goals are unique. I am very proud of both and I made that clear. The interviewers want to see if you bring value to the school and if you are good INSEAD fit culture-wise. It's also important to say what kind of person you are AWAY from the paper, grades and work. What makes you you?

Good luck to everyone. Have rock solid interviews and have fun - interviews are the moment for you to shine and bring all your hard work together! Look forward to seeing you at INSEAD

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08 Dec 2014, 08:25

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Hi,

I received call for one interview. It was scheduled without much hassle at a golf course. The alum was '98 passed out, now owns a company in renewable energy along with few other businesses.
Interview was informal, he had a form or checklist with him and was using it to ask directed questions. It took about 20 mins to go through the MBA related Q&A.
Questions I was asked were:

- Why MBA
- Where do I see myself 5 & 15 years from now
- Leadership and international exposure
- Contribution to the class.
- Things to talk if we're stuck at airport for 3 hours etc.

The interview lasted for about 3.5 hours.
Such a senior alum, I knew I had to focus on listening.
He has extended the invite to give a tour of his newly set up distillery, I have accepted it with pleasure.

wonhok

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08 Dec 2014, 08:53

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Hi,

I was looking for total admits and Total Indian Admits.

Total 149, 26 Indians (if I am checking correctly).

Any numbers on Americans?

Usually this would be a self sustaining answer with admits on the wait list thread, but none of us got the call yet.
The wait list is now accepting R2 candidates. We welcome you with open arms.

arnaviitr

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08 Dec 2014, 22:31

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Any interview calls for people whose AO is SH?

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09 Dec 2014, 01:56

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Seems like the lull before the interview calls start coming in... Looks like no calls yesterday...

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pushkarp

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10 Dec 2014, 06:31

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Selected for Interview. AO is SH. Indian based in Bangalore

swapnil.shirsath

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10 Dec 2014, 16:30

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Rejected. Still can't believe or understand why. Indian based in Mumbai. Co-ordinator : SH.

All the best to the rest of the lot. :-)

Smiles,
Swapnil..

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10 Dec 2014, 17:07

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Dinged !

Indian applicant AO: SH

I guess the experience across 6 continents didn't really help. :'-(

All the best to everyone who managed an invite :-)

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10 Dec 2014, 17:21

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Any updates on R2 interview calls?
Did any one receive a call from AO who is VM?

Also, does INSEAD send you an e-mail if you are d-inged? or do you have to keep checking your INSEAD application dashboard?