MBA Application Process - Collmissionstats

MBA M A S T E R O F B U S I N E S S A D M I N I S T R A T I O N

THE

SAGA

THE MBA ADVANTAGE

Personality Development

Intellectual Challenges

Professional Advancement

Financial Rewards

Which MBA to Choose ?

How to begin the research for the right B-School ?

Websites like the US News, Financial Times, and the

School Web Sites

Consult the alumni

Consult current students and professors

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Various parameters which one has to consider before zeroing on the right

B-School

Research about the

Institutions in terms of :

i) Course content

ii) faculty and industry interface

iii) Return on Investment

iv) Infrastructure,PDPs

v) Rankings etc

Equilibrium between

your area of interest and

capabilities & strengths

Two sides of the same coin

SIDE-A SIDE-B

PERSONAL PROFILE GMAT SCORE

GRE SCORE

COMMUNITY PROFILE PROFESSIONAL

EXPERIENCE

CORE ASPECTS OF AN APPLICANT’S

PROFILE

GMAT and GRE scores

TRANSCRIPT

RESUME ESSAY

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

COMPONENTS OF

BUSINESS SCHOOL

APPLICATION

PART TIME READERS

APPLICATION PROCESS

Who evaluates the Application ?

FULL TIME ADMISSION STAFFS

PROFESSORS OR ALUMNI

First Read of all application components

Second Read of all application components

Get ready for College Interview

Final Read of all application components

STEP

STEP

BY

How do you push for your selection ?

You Can Showcase

YOUR GPA

Class Ranking / University Ranking

Scholarships earned

Brand Image of Current Institution

Academic Awards

Strong GMAT score

FACTORS THAT DETERMINE YOUR CHANCES OF ADMISSION

GMAT

Community

Profile

Time Management Skills - What and How to manage time ?

Gathering

information

Deciding

your

career

goals

Crafting

a

resume

Preparing

for

GMAT

Selecting

a

Recommender

Completing

Admission

Forms

Official

Transcripts

Interview

Preparations

College Admission Process ROUND - 1

February January march april

may June July august

september october november december

Start gathering

the information.

Start preparation

of GMAT.

Start taking

the

standardized

tests.

Work on writing

essays.

Work on

writing essays.

Application

forms are out.

fill them properly.

Gather all the

information.

Continue

preparation of

GMAT.

Continue

preparation of

GMAT.

Work on writing

essays.

Application

forms are out. fill

them properly.

Submit the

application forms

and start

preparing for the

interviews.

Submit the

application forms

and start

preparing for the

interviews.

If all the above

have been

followed well,

expect an

acceptance letter.

February January march april

may June July august

september october november december

Start

preparation of

GMAT.

Continue

preparation of

GMAT.

Continue

preparation of

GMAT.

Appear Standardized

Tests.

Get Letter of

Recommendation

written.

Start Writing Essays.

Write Essays.

Fill and submit

your application.

Fill and submit

your application.

Round 2 Results

Declared.

College Admission Process ROUND - 2

Appear

Standardized Tests.

Get Letter of

Recommendation

written.

Write Essays.

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What if

You are

applying

in Round-2

?

(refer to the calendar)

The Concept of BRAINSTORMING

Brainstorming is a process that helps you to generate creative

ideas, that form a solution to a specific problem.

Remember - To make an impact, your justification should be complete,

and must sound authentic.

How can I stand out of the crowd of Applicants?

What do I write to draw their attention?

How to Brainstorm?

Brainstorming relies on in- depth thinking. So, your creativity will help you to conceive

better ideas, and allow you to think from every perspective.

Ask

Yourself

HOW TO WRITE THE MOST EFFECTIVE APPLICATION ESSAYS?

While writing an essay, you must ensure that it should be written in a proper sequence. You can

summarize your essay, by breaking it into parts or paragraphs. You must jot down the key

points, before writing down the entire story.

What to write in essays - paragraph wise ?

In the first paragraph

You should give a convincing introduction to the challenges faced by the team.

In the second paragraph

You can mention, the preventive actions taken by you.

In the third paragraph

You can talk about the motivational actions taken to resolve these problems.

In the fourth paragraph

You can talk about the results- whether they were fruitful or they backfired.

In the fifth paragraph

You can mention the “takeaways”, or the outcome of your efforts.

ESSAY

WRITING RULES A. Writing Narratively.

B. Use of the First Person

C. Keep It Simple.

D. Embrace The Conflict.

The sole motive of writing an essay, is to answer the questions asked by the business school. They don’t really care about the vocabulary, or your knowledge of literature

Respecting the word count, and sticking to the word limit is a must. You should not cross the word count, because

it will carry a negative impression.

Your career highlights, professional achievements, awards, recognitions, etc.

You need to jot down each and every aspect, that you feel, will play an important role in strengthening your

candidacy.

Remember to Highlight

What happens when you don’t follow the rule?

Suppose If you end up 20% beyond the word limit. In case, you are 20 percent beyond the word limit,

the admission officers feel that, you are arrogant and overconfident.

If, you are 50 percent under the limit, it will suggest, either you didn’t read the instructions, or you are not as interested

Deviating from the topic will exhibit your lack of focus, as well as interest

Essay Writing Styles- What to avoid ?

a) You should avoid using Quotes.

b) Useless Dialogue

c) Avoid repetition

d) Passive voice

e) Difficult language

THE OPTIONAL ESSAY

How would you know, if you would require an optional essay?

According to The Columbia Business School, “An optional fourth essay, will allow you

to discuss any issues, that do not fall within the purview of the required essays”.

As per the Business schools- If you feel, there are circumstances of which the

Admissions Committee should be aware, please explain them, in an optional essay.

When should you write an optional essay?

You can write an optional essay for unexplained gaps in work, choice of recommenders,

inconsistent, or questionable academic performance, or any significant weakness in your

application.

Optional essays give you a second chance, but writing your optional essays, will require

a certain set of skills, because you are trying to convince the admissions officers, by

giving reasons for a negative situation, or a weakness in your profile.

Need help with Essays – Contact Collmission

How to Craft a successful, and compelling optional essay?

1.Take responsibility for your actions

2.Write to the point.

3.Demonstrate the Change.

Taking responsibility for your actions means, you are more mature, and you understand

your mistakes

You should avoid writing unnecessary statements, and must respect the word count,

because by submitting an optional essay, you are asking the admission officer to do extra

work.

You need to take responsibility for your academic shortcomings, or the negative

circumstances, and then provide evidence of your desire to change.

L RECOMM NDATION E TTER

Importance

They are the only external source of information, that the admission committee receives.

They can greatly influence, the impression of a candidate.

Who should write your letters?

You can ask a person, who knows you well, and can write a personal and knowledgeable

letter, that discusses your Talents, accomplishments, personality, and potential.

Can you write your own recommendation letter’?

No, because it is not only ethically wrong, but also strategically negative.

How do you choose your recommender?

1. Have they written letters for anyone else?

2. Are they generous with their time?

3. Do you believe that, they will devote the effort, and time necessary to write a letter?

4. Are they typically good at meeting deadlines?

Find out !!

RESUME FOR MBA APPLICATION?

What is a Resume?

A resume is a document, that provides a summary, of your attributes, skills, career accomplishments etc.

Things to consider while writing a resume

Drop the mission statement.

Keep it short, and manage your space.

Maintain a consistent format.

Use the bullets.

Things you must avoid in resume writing.

Do not include your address.

Avoid listing basic computer skills.

Avoid Overcrowding.

Long Sentences.

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Common Admission Myths

GMAT can be appeared only once in a life time.

If colleges come to know that I have taken GMAT multiple times, they might question my capabilities.

I cannot appear the GMAT test anywhere else apart from my own country.

If I ask for financial aid, it shall hurt my chances.

The Interviews don’t count for much in the admission process

The Admission officers will never check my Facebook page.

B-SCHOOL ADMISSION

INTERVIEW

Why do Schools Interview?.

1.The admission officers, want to test your communication skills.

2.Information exchange.

3.Marketing tool

THE SCHOOL INTERVIEW PROCESS

Fill the Application forms properly

Application forms sent to school

Send the Application forms to schools

Three possible outcomes

Shortlisted Waitlisted Waitlisted Rejected

Appear the Interview

Selected Rejected

Get Acceptance Letter US is the land of opportunities - Try again !!

Good chance of a

call - subject to

vacancy

TYPES OF INTERVIEW

During the blind interview,

the interviewer has no

idea about the candidate,

as he or she has not gone

through the application.

During this interview,

the interviewer has

already read your

application, and he or

she has a brief idea

about you.

During this interview, the

admission officers may or

may not read your

application, but they will

look into your past

behavior, and determine

your future behavior.

Non-Blind

Interview

Behavioral

Interview

Blind

Interview

Points to be earmarked - Before the Interview

BASICS OF INTERVIEW

Make sure that you have received a copy of their interview call letter.

Research about the college by checking out its website, brochure and if possible with some professors.

Make sure you do make notes about why you want to attend a particular institution.

Make yourself acquainted with common interview questions and do a bit of practice.

Gather all relevant documents you might need.

Points to be earmarked - After the Interview

BASICS OF INTERVIEW

Once you get back, make notes about the interview, both positives and negatives

Store any business cards with contact information that the interviewer and other admission staff

offer.

Send a thank-you note to the interviewer.

Top Questions asked in interview

The questions have been selected based on real time experiences of current students and

Alumni of Top 50 Schools associated with us.

1. Tell us about yourself/Give us your introduction.

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2. Why do you want to join our college?

Top Questions asked in interview……contd

3. Who is your ideal person/has influenced you in life the most?

4. What do you want to take as specialization/Major? Why do you want to take it?

FINANCE OPERATIONS

HUMAN

RESOURCES FINANCE MARKETING


5.When Asked, WHY NOW?

6.Tell us about an obstacle/hurdle/challenge that you have faced in

life and how did you overcome it?

7. Where do you see yourself, 10 years from now onwards?


8. Do you believe that your certificates/Grade

sheets reveal your true potential and ability?

9. If you could change one thing in your school life what it would be? A

10. What can you contribute to our college

campus and community?


11. What are your strengths and weaknesses? WEAKNESS STRENGTH

12. What is your favorite book?


13.What do you want to do after you graduate from our

college?

14. If I give you 500 dollars, what are you going to do with it?


15. What is your opinion on Immigration policy of US?

16.What makes you think that you can

successfully complete the program?


Students’ Universal Dilemma – Preparation for interview

If you can get an idea on who is going to take the interview, get it

Get an excellent resume

Practice mock interviews

Think about the possible questions and their expected answers

Use School Website

Arrive at least 15 mins early

Always do back ground research of the institution

Make sure to use proper grammar

General Observations

Interview Dressing Etiquettes

During the Interview

Always be polite and well mannered

Be at the right place

Turn off your cell phone

Knock on the door

Correct posture and positive body language

Keep your emotions in check

Try to stress on your achievements

Do ask intelligent questions

At the end thank them for the opportunity

Interacting with The Schools

Plan for the Campus Visit - Key points to consider

You need to hang out in common places like canteen, cafe, etc.

You can talk to the alumni, as they are the former students

You must demonstrate a professional approach, by arriving on time.

You need to dress professionally

Things to Avoid

Don’t participate in the class

Avoid Silly Questions

Avoid the second meeting

WAIT-LIST MANAGEMENT

What does it mean to be a waitlisted applicant?

You are a worthy competitive applicant

There is some weakness in your profile

There is a good chance of your selection

Before making the final decision on your admission

You need to consider the place where you want to live.

We recommend you, to do a detailed research about the environment, culture, and the

atmosphere of your target school.

You need to consider the place, where you want to work after school.

FINAL DECISION

You need to do a detailed research on the rankings, facilities, recognitions, etc

What if you are rejected?

COLLMISSION Believes That

Dear Aspirant,

You need to understand that neither Rome was not built in a day nor America was.

Sometimes, even after all your hard work, you may end up on the losing side and not get what you deserved and

wanted so badly.

But having said so – quitting was never an option and this statement holds even more true when you are at the

threshold of making a crucial decision of your career which would change your life 360 degree.

If you do not crack it in your first attempt, the earth is not going to face an apocalypse. So instead of holding

yourself responsible, take charge of things that are in your control and let your future take its shape

accordingly. Remember that you are special - in every way and in true sense. There is no body like you and we at

COLLMISSION sincerely believe the same.

So the bottom-line is “Never give up !!”.

If you think us that we are worthy of supporting you in your mission , do call us once. We would be happy to

hear from you. And remember – Some good things are always free at COLLMISSION

All the Best!!!

Sincerely Yours,

COLLMISSION- Your College Admission Advisor

An open letter to all aspirants

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