Calling all Mannheim MBA Applicants: [2021 Intake] Class of 2022!

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Welcome all Mannheim class of 2022 hopefuls. Let's use this platform to know each-other, exchange ideas, discuss app strategies, and some profile discussions may be? Give a shout out!

Anitajpamu · Answer

Hello!

I have been admitted into the program and have finalized my acceptance. I would like to connect with others who have been admitted into MBS for the 2021 intake as well. For other applicants, I am happy to help with any questions you may have- although the admissions process is clear and outlined in other threads in this forum. 
As an intro - I am 34/F from India, with almost 10 years of work experience in the Chemical Industry.

HimanshuDinodia · Answer

Hello  Anitajpamu

Congratulations on your admit. Can you please post your experience of interview?

I have also applied to MBS & have been asked for a video presentation. Did you also submit the same?

Anitajpamu · Answer

Hello Himanshu

Yes, I was asked to submit a video presentation as well- I think almost everyone gets a request for the video. Stick to the guidelines they've provided- keep it light and interesting and showcase something that hasn't been covered in your application or maybe not in as much detail as you would have liked to.

In terms of the remaining interview experience (I think there is a debrief somewhere else on this forum and my experience was similar)- I submitted the application at the end of November and received the request for the video almost immediately. I submitted the video by the first week of November and post that received confirmation for the first interview with the admissions manager- right before Christmas. The interview was straightforward- going over the resume, experience, background- testing for leadership experience, international exposure- long term and short term goals, program fit, the why MBA question, etc. It lasted about 40-45 minutes and was quite conversational. Post this, I heard back from the admissions team only Jan 2nd week, due to vacations, etc, and the second interview was scheduled for about 8 days later. For this one, you are emailed a case study in advance. Instructions are provided in the email- they do not want you to prepare any material to present. The expectation is for you to get familiar with the case and be prepared to answer questions regarding what you have read/researched. The second interview is with someone from Career Development. The interview lasted about 45 minutes again. We spent the first half going over my background, career goals and the second half discussed the case- which was honestly, straightforward. Again, the interaction and experience was positive. I received confirmation of the selection in less than a week after the interview.

Overall the process was smooth and the team was professional, very responsive, and friendly. I hope this helps!

HimanshuDinodia · Answer

Thanks for the details. I need to submit my video presentation by next week. Some applicants had uploaded the videos on youtube, so I watched them as well. I found them to be quite normal.

neo29 · Answer

Got the admit and accepted the offer. Lets connect?

indro0308 · Answer

Guys any idea how much time does the school take to respond after video essay submission?

Anitajpamu · Answer

Usually less than a week.

indro0308 · Answer

When did you submit you application? I submitted pretty late. Haven't heard from them as of now. Has been a week already

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Nikhil · Answer

neo29

Can you tell us about your admissions timeline? A few details about when did you apply, interview, etc?

rohitbeohar · Answer

From what I got to know - a lot of applications are being screened, so it may take some time for college to reply back.

Nikhil · Answer

rohitbeohar

Do you think they have received a lot of applications and that is causing the delay? Any numbers on this?

NoName21 · Answer

Hi all,

Is there a w-h-a-t-s-a-p-p group for the admitted students. I got my offer today. Thanks

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yamanjain · Answer

Hi everyone.
I summitted my application to MBS on March 31 but I still haven't received any confirmation that everything has been received in good order.
I just sent everything as email attachments..
Am I missing something ?

yamanjain · Answer

Here is my experience. I submitted my application on March 31. Since I did not hear back from them for over 30 days, I had to email them again.

They said they missed my application and asked me to send the video presentation along with TOEFL/IELTS in two weeks.

I sent both. Next they sent first interview invite clearly stating what will be asked (usual why MBA, what you've done, leadership etc.) The interview lasted 40 minutes and questions were asked in rapid fire mode with hardly any follow up questions. It was easy and went super smooth and even an appreciation towards the end.

Now I have recieved an email saying they have received my video presentation and my application has been denied.

Didn't they receive the video a month back ? And didn't they send the interview invite after receiving my video and TOEFL score.

Its confusing. Has anyone else had such an experience. I have emailed them of course.

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Deepthicu · Answer

Your post has given me lot of relief. Iam 35/F from india with 11 years experience in petrochemical industry. Iam aiming to apply to mbs this year. Registered for toefl and gmat also. Can you pls provide the following details
What is your toefl & gmat score
Does age matter for mbs admission
I don't have much international experience other than minor projects, will that effect my application 
Your feedback is very important to me

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Anitajpamu · Answer

Hi Deepthi

My GMAT score is 690, so definitely not high. I didn't have to give my TOEFL for the admission process. Experience and overall profile matters. A lack of international experience could always 
be compensated by other highlights in your profile -say leadership, extra curriculars, etc.

Deepthicu · Answer

Thanks for a quick feedback.

raghu2gd · Answer

Hi

just got the offer letter today! Would be great to connect with.

Anitajpamu · Answer

For the 2021 intake? Please give me your number, I'll add you to the whatsapp group.

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