Here is my interview experience, if its still of anyone's use:
Reached almost an hour early, there were almost 8-10 candidates for mine and the next slot. It's good to be early as you get comfortable with the atmosphere and the nervousness takes a back seat, at least till you are with the panel.
Coming to the interview...it was almost 15-20 mins later than the allotted time. I was called by an alumni, greeted nicely. There were 3 alumni.
In a matter of 10 secs we were on the questions. First was, tell us about yourself. They eagerly listened to me, so glad.
Then they asked about my ventures and I hope I answered satisfactorily. I had prepared well, but somehow I was quite nervous even though the atmosphere was as friendly as it can get.
After a couple of questions about my work, they asked about short term goal, what role am looking for and my knowledge about it.
Please read about this well. It looks like just another question but they can get into the details of the role and your research in it.
Next they asked about my extra curricular that I had mentioned. How I made a difference in a situation. Impact etc.
And then a few questions to test my presence of mind, my opinion of the industry I was targeting in short term.
They asked me why I want to do one year course. How does it fit, and why a 2nd MBA. I had prepared well for this, I don't know if they were happy with my answer as there was no reaction at all and no cross questions.
Lastly they asked me if I had any questions. I asked. And one of them answered on behalf of all, very nicely and succinctly.
The interview lasted for up to 30 mins. I didn't see the time when I entered but had a fair idea.
Overall, the panel is friendly and aren't looking for faults. They were looking for a match between essays and me. I hope I didn't leave a gap there.
I don't know how it went, there was hardly any emotion there except for nodding while I answered. And a couple of smiles to make me comfortable.
Those experienced can tell me what to take away. As there was almost no cross questioning. I am so anxious now.
Tips for future candidates: prepare your interview per your essays, short term plan. The importance of these can not be over expressed! I didn't make a questionnaire out of my essay, but I think this will make you super confident to tackle questions and you will look genuine. Confidence is the key. Practice practice practice!!!
All the best!!
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