S. P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) has launched the admission process for the 16th batch of its Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) ( https://www.spjimr.org/pgpm/ ) for 2019-20. Application forms are now available online and will remain open till 31st July 2019. PGPM is an AICTE approved programme, having One Year Full Time, Residential component, preceded by a 3 month off campus web learning component. In aggregate, the programme has 15 month duration. On successful completion of the program, participants will be awarded the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Executive). It is accredited by Association of MBAs (AMBA), U.K. It is ranked 4th in India by Outlook(2018). SPJIMR’s PGPM is aimed at enabling participants shoulder higher responsibilities in an increasingly complex and challenging business environment. This is achieved through (a) reinforcement of participants’ specialized skills and capabilities and (b) promoting cross-functional understanding of real life business issues so as to develop competencies to assume higher responsibilities. The program’s success is seen through rapid growth in the number of applications, higher batch size, greater recruiter satisfaction and rising salaries. Program USP: Social Sensitivity, Global Relevance & Value based Leadership The internationally accredited PGPM Program is known for its sharp focus in delivering social sensitivity, global relevance and value-based leadership skills through innovative pedagogy, active international exposure and a series of other initiatives. Innovative and award winning Program Architecture: SPJIMR’s PGPM will focus equally on Knowledge, Skills and Attitude. In addition to specialized and cross-functional inputs, participants benefit from SPJIMR’s globally acclaimed and award winning value-based leadership development modules like the Assessment & Development of Managerial & Administrative Potential (ADMAP), the Personal Growth Lab, the Development of Corporate Citizenship (DOCC) and the Science of Spirituality. Career Acceleration to General Management: The program seeks to draw on the robust professional experience of participants with the objective of enabling domain experts ‘expand their horizons’ to their first-level general management roles. Profile mapping helps participants identify roles and good positions at the next level. International Immersion: PGPM’s carries an advanced specialization module of 3 weeks at universities such as Cornell University, Michigan State University & University of Texas at Austin. This is in areas of specialization such as Information Management, Operations Management, Finance and Marketing. This offers value-added exposure to global best practices and cutting edge management research taught by globally renowned faculty. This value proposition is coupled with Company Visits, Entrepreneur Lectures, workshops etc. The participants recognize the impetus of latest learning in the field of management. This sensitizes them to global mid-level general management career progression. Wider range of specialization options: The PGPM architecture provides the participants with the option of specializing in specific interest areas by opting from one of the four: Information Management, Operations Management, Marketing and Finance. Blended Learning: The three-month online web learning module covers basic management courses with the aim of bringing participants from various functional backgrounds on a common footing. Mentorship: A group of four to five participants with a similar role and domain focus is connected with a mentor, who advises and assists them obtain their career objective. The mentors include advisory board members, senior alumni and industry experts. Batch Diversity: PGPM students are exposed to a diverse peer group from varied work backgrounds. The current PGPM batch has a good mix from BFSI, technology, retail, healthcare, auto, energy and other sectors. Increased industry participation: Housed in the sprawling 45-acre SPJIMR campus in the heart of Mumbai, the PGPM enjoys a locational advantage which it draws on to have extensive guest lectures and workshops from senior domain experts, business leaders and entrepreneurs who are based in and around Mumbai or who visit the city often. Eligibility: PGPM (1 year MBA) Eligibility Criteria: 1) 5 years of work experience as on 31st Dec. 2019 2) A Bachelor’s/Equivalent Degree in any discipline from a recognized university 3) Consistent Academic record 4) Qualifying GMAT/CAT/XAT (Any 1 of these) scores. To be eligible, an applicant has to have a minimum of 5 years of work experience. GMAT (GMAT code: 6DQ-MJ-12) score from the previous 3 years that is taken between August 15, 2016 To August 31, 2019 or CAT 2018/2017/2016 or XAT 2019/2018/2017 scores will be considered along with academic credentials. Applicants can choose to apply and be available for the interview process without submitting the GMAT scores, as the last date for submission of GMAT scores is 31st August 2019. However final admission offer would be subject to submission of qualifying GMAT/CAT/XAT scores by the aforesaid date. Admissions Process Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview round. PGPM follows a unique rolling admissions process. The application deadline for the program commencing October 2018 is 31 July 2019. Candidates applying before the application deadline can be called for early interviews. The Admission office will also roll-out early offers to outstanding candidates identified in early interviews. Our experience suggests that many candidates are inclined to apply at an early date before the deadline since this gives them time to organize themselves before the commencement of the PGPM program. Hence, as a policy, we encourage the practice of early applications, which are then shortlisted for early interviews. Another unique feature is that promising candidates are given spot offers even before the application deadline elapses. This is provided they are seen to stand out and are seen to achieve a high position on the formal merit list that follows. 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Hello Guys,

Can anyone who has given their interview share their experience ?

- What questions are the sample asked
- What is the interview process
- Is there is Group Discussion or only a Personal Interview?
- How many panels are there on the day of Interview?

-What questions are the sample asked
mostly from your profile sheet,work experience,why mba/this specialisation type questions
- What is the interview process
Two round of interviews , First round - general intro, second round- specific questions
- Is there is Group Discussion or only a Personal Interview?
only PI
- How many panels are there on the day of Interview?
3 to 4 Set of Panels , each consists of two interviewer

Thanks for answering the questions

If you have given your interview, can you share your interview experience?

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Hey guys , just gave my interview today in Delhi, wanted to share few details. The interview was in two rounds, in the first round we were two interviewees and there were 2 interviewers.
In the second round we were 3 ppl and once again 2 interviewers. They make groups as per the specialization chosen by you. In both the groups I had different ppl .
The questions broadly covered all the topics. They asked me about my current job, why the switch, what roles I was targeting post an MBA. Describe an instance were you had an argument with your colleagues and in hindsight what all you would like to change.

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Thanks raul1706

Can you answer the following questions as well

1. Do the interviewers ask questions on the essay or the profile questions you filled up?
2. Can you articulate in detail what are the questions asked in the first interview? How long was this interview?
3. Can you articulate in detail the questions asked in the second interview? How long was this interview?
4. How was the interview conducted, the same questions were asked to all persons in the group? was there cross questioning?
5. Was there any group discussion?

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Mostly the questions were from the profile sheet, not much emphasis on the essays.
1st interview was for around 10-12 minutes. They asked to introduce ourselves. Asked questions like , what is the one thing you don't like about job? What is a life lesson you learnt from facing any hardships in your job. They asked me about crude oil prices and current global economics. They also asked me about current tensions between Iran n Britain. I am in the Merchant Navy and sail on oil tankers, so I guess they asked questions about my job.

2 ND interview was around 25 minutes, where they asked me why I chose this profession, and questions relating to my job. Also asked me the kind of roles I was looking for post MBA.

They asked different questions to different candidates depending on the profile. The last question was common to all where they asked us to narrate an instance where we had a disagreement with our seniors or colleagues in the work environment, and would we go back n change the way we behaved?

There was NO group discussion

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Hi All,

I see someone mentioned that there are 4 essays during application phase. But I just applied and there were no essays. There were, however, 4 questions that had to be answered and that were not mandatory. Are those the 4 essays mentioned in one of the posts? Also, is it necessary to write 200 words in each, because I have written around 60-70 words in each.

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Can you please throw some more light on the interview process. I know that there are 2 interview rounds.
Is there any psychometric or written ability test as well or just the two rounds of interview?

Thanks.

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Final list will be out by?

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There is no psychometric or written test , just two rounds of interview...first round kind of introductory and second round in detail

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Final list will be out by?

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I heard it will be around second or third week of Sept

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Hi Bangalore Peeps,

Can you guys share your interview experience?

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Hey Guys,

As there isn't any detailed interview experience on the thread. Ill be sharing mine

Registration: -

As soon as you reach the venue, you will be asked by Adcom to fill in a registration form
The registration form consists of 10th, 12th marks, work exp etc
For each of the line item you need to add a self attested copy
Your name will be called out and you need to visit the adcom who will verify the registration details with the orginal
They will take the self attested copy and keep the same with them

Interview: -

You will be grouped into the First specialization you selected into groups of three persons each
There are two interviews of approx 15-20 mins each
Each interview panel has two members

First Interview : -

Pitch yourself in 30 seconds?
Some questions based on the "Profile sheet" you filled ?
Others are asked opinion on the answer suggested by the other candidate?
What is the meaning of market share?
What is the market share of the company you are working?
Situation : - Since 2 years, an FMCG company is going in loss and unable to make profit. What could be the possible reasons
Any questions for the Adcom?

Second Interview : -

Introduce yourself in 1 minute
Some questions after your introduction
Why MBA?
Situation : - A company is selling a product that is flawed. If you dont sell the product , the company will shut down. Will you sell the product or save the consumers interest?
Some questions in the company you are working and the competition? What is the share price?
Will you be dependent for JOB on SPJIMR? Will you get a job easily? Why?
Any questions for the Adcom?

Some important things to remember for the interview: -
Do's -

Dress well. Wear formal blazers
Arrive well before the scheduled time
Be prepared to be called for the interview at any time. Although the slots are fixed, interview can be +-30 mins before the slot
Please keep some questions ready for the interviewer
Please be ready with common MBA questions such as Why MBA? Why <your specialization> ? Pitch yourself?

Dont's -

Please don't ask the interviewer their names. God knows what are you going to do with that information
Please don't ask questions available on the website to the interviewer. Eg: - Guest lectures, when is the result?

Hope the above helps. Let me know if any questions

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Hey Guys, As there isn't any detailed interview experience on the thread. Ill be sharing mine

pikolo2510, Awesome and super-detailed debrief. Thank you! You should, however, have also posted it in interview debriefs section as this post (and thread itself) is likely to get buried under a pile of upcoming posts/threads in coming months but it will remain visible in interview debriefs for coming years.

I've done that for you.

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Also there is a query about decision timeline in this thread, in case you can address it. Thanks in advance. https://gmatclub.com/forum/anyone-recei ... 04769.html

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Hello everyone,

The first set of offers for PGPM Class of 2020 have been rolled out today.
Congratulations to all the selected candidates.

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Hey Guys, As there isn't any detailed interview experience on the thread. Ill be sharing mine

I've done that for you.

Oops! I completely forgot about this. Thanks man

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The first set of offers were released today. How many of you received the offer?

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Hello everyone,
Received an admission offer for Marketing on 9 Sep,2019.

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Hello everyone,
Received an admission offer for Marketing on 9 Sep,2019.

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[quote="AdcomPgpmSpjimr"]Hello everyone,

The first set of offers for PGPM Class of 2020 have been rolled out today.
Congratulations to all the selected candidates.

Regards,
ADCOM[/quotes

When are the next set of offers expected to be released?

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