[HardNUT]

Hey PG junta,

I think many of us wud have faced such a situation so hope for COMpassion....:whatthat:

Graduating this year from IT-BHU,
Cud not convert an IIM C call...probably due to my comparatively weak grades (7.16) and low percentile, 99.18.............

Now, it is time that i decide how to go about getting a "GOOD" work-ex and simulataneously preparing for CAT 2005, I wish to know from the XPerienced people on how to decide on which company to join........what are the parameters based on which one has to make the decision and what are the difficulties faced by people, while on the job and preparing simultaneously for CAT, Since most of WORK EX is software work ex.....i cud use some help on the ranking of these parameters:

1. Brand Name of the company
2. Training
3. On -site work in the US UK anywhere
4. S/W knowledge
5. kind of work (High end like consulting or low end like BPO, ITes)
6. Niche, size and revenues...etc

Is it also that people realize once they are in the industry that a foreign MBA or ISB is more beneficial to them than an Indian MBA bcos of the salary indifference of a good s/w professional after 2 years and the duration of the programme....in this case it wud be really helpful if ne1 cud suggest the names of a few companies that provide such an orienatation


Finally,me have 3 job offers at hand....

1. Infosys (No need to describe tis one)
2. Virtusa (comp based in hyderabad and chennai, around since 96, good pay package,
any HYD guys or people working here, any gyan would be welcome )
3. Calance(9 month old startup, mainly into buisness consulting, great package, good chances of onsite work, but stressed existence and company not enthused bout people getting into an indian MBA, think that it wud be a great learning experience)


This is my story .....hope somebody can help

[Evanescence]

Same story here. 99.18 in CAT, 76.x% in BE, no IIM converts (yet) and I also have a s/w job on hand.

It would help if you could answer this question (esp since you have multiple offers) "How am I defining work-ex? Is it just the no of years/months or do I really wanna learn?"

If its the former, I'd choose choice(2) as it is a smaller co and I will have more opportunities to learn.

If my answer is the latter, I'd choose (3) for the obvious reasons.

ATB
Evanescence.

P.S. I hope you choose (3). It helps in more than one way. It differentiates you from the rest of the crowd. BE, 2 yrs work-ex in s/w has become a cliche now. So..

[lakshya_iim_ahd]

Dude, if I were you, I would choose option 3. No, not for it's onsite opportunities(although an extra trip out of teh country I wouldn't mind, but becoz of the work that I can do there. that's the kind of work that would differentiate u from the numerous other softweare engineers giving the CAT.


Also, I would like to point out that there are very few companies who take pride in motivating you to do an MBA(but that's only when u have spent a good 3-4 years there that they allow u to do so..!!). so anywhere u go, u have to make sure that along with work, u also keep a tab on ur dreams..as well...!!

So take care and decide fast. option 3 is the best and u have to forget the rest..!!

Chalo, all the best..!! May God bless..!!

[ans_bhai]

Firstly,
Congrats on having 3 very good options in hand. You sound like you are not happy with not getting into IIM Cal. I know it is hard, but I honestly think that one should look to work in the industry before doing an MBA (only then it would be value addition).

The choice between the 3 has to be a personal one. I dont think any MBA institute specifically looks at the brand name of the company with which you gain your work ex., and also there is no specific industry that they look to.

Each B-school has its own criteria of selection and how they look at candidates. During your work ex, look for a good mix of tech as well as mgmt work. For ex, I spent a yr on-site (and that was 5 months after joining my first job). That way, i got to interact with the customer and it gave me a better feel of how the industry works from the pt of the service provider and service receiver.

Basically know your work. That is very important. Do prep for CAT (there is always time while working), but dpnt lose sight of your work.

Best of luck for CAT.
anshu

[anchitg]

I am stuck at a major decision regarding my career. If you can please advice me on this.

I am working in ARICENT(Flextronics Software Systems) and have also got an offer from TCS, I am unable to decide which one to choose ?

Personally I do not have interest in IT and want to go for an analyst profile before pursuing MBA.

Please Advice me based on the following parameters should I go for TCS or not ?

ARICENT (Flextronics Software Systems, Deals in Telecommunication Software)

Largest communication software provider in the world.
I am working as a software engineer since 14th July 2008.
Going to complete initial training by 24th Oct.
Have been allocated Nokia Siemens Business Unit in Gurgaon.
Package: 3.5 Lacs.
No Bond.

TCS

BIG BRAND NAME.
Have got Joining on 27th Oct at Bhuwneshwar, Orissa.
Will undergo 2-3 months initial training and then work as ASSISTANT SYSTEMS ENGINEER.
It's been said after training people generally remain on bench for a period of 1-6 months.
Package: 3.15 Lacs
2 Years Bond or Rs. 50000

I have a IEEE International Conference in Hyderabad TENCON 2008 during 18-21st November and another one in IIM Khozikode in end of december. And if I go to TCS I may not be able to attend the same, the fees of which I have already paid.

Please Advice me based on the above parameters should I go for TCS or not ?

My goal is to pursue MBA 2 years down the line through B-School in US

[elizabethbennet]

Having a good work experience to back your application, I agree is a great value add in an MBA college. However, how much of a value add will an MBA from colleges like XLRI or FMS be after two years of work experience. I have come to understand that most of teh students in these colleges, esp. the ones I mentioned here are those with 0-8 months of work experience. Is an MBA from FMS really that much of a value add for someone with two years of work ex?

[dipz10]

hi,
i am diptam...currently doing btech in food tech from techno india(private collg) in kolkata....my profile is

class x(c.b.s.e 2002)=88.89%(topped raibarelly district uttar pradesh)
class xii(-do-)2004=74%(still cn't believe how?)

1.dropped a year after that for iit and then after failing joined cu for phy (hons)

2.then in the year 2006 got into ths colg and left cu...

3.now im getting 7.8 pointer on avg till my 6th sem...

4.could any1 pls advise me is there a descent chance(a genuine one ) for me
2gt any iims or other top colg like fms iift xlri........
pls motivate me and encourage me as i hv been feeling low for past 4 years.i know i am a gud student and hv learned from past how complacency and over confidence dooms carrer.....hey one more thing
5.in food tech the campussing is awfull here in w.b we are getting jobs rangign 5000-7000 per month.
6.any advice wht to do now?

[MartianOnEarth]

Originally Posted by HardNUT

Hey PG junta,

I think many of us wud have faced such a situation so hope for COMpassion....:whatthat:

Graduating this year from IT-BHU,
Cud not convert an IIM C call...probably due to my comparatively weak grades (7.16) and low percentile, 99.18.............

Now, it is time that i decide how to go about getting a "GOOD" work-ex and simulataneously preparing for CAT 2005, I wish to know from the XPerienced people on how to decide on which company to join........what are the parameters based on which one has to make the decision and what are the difficulties faced by people, while on the job and preparing simultaneously for CAT, Since most of WORK EX is software work ex.....i cud use some help on the ranking of these parameters:

1. Brand Name of the company
2. Training
3. On -site work in the US UK anywhere
4. S/W knowledge
5. kind of work (High end like consulting or low end like BPO, ITes)
6. Niche, size and revenues...etc

Is it also that people realize once they are in the industry that a foreign MBA or ISB is more beneficial to them than an Indian MBA bcos of the salary indifference of a good s/w professional after 2 years and the duration of the programme....in this case it wud be really helpful if ne1 cud suggest the names of a few companies that provide such an orienatation


Finally,me have 3 job offers at hand....

1. Infosys (No need to describe tis one)
2. Virtusa (comp based in hyderabad and chennai, around since 96, good pay package,
any HYD guys or people working here, any gyan would be welcome )
3. Calance(9 month old startup, mainly into buisness consulting, great package, good chances of onsite work, but stressed existence and company not enthused bout people getting into an indian MBA, think that it wud be a great learning experience)


This is my story .....hope somebody can help

Hardnut: If you haven't already taken the decision, 2 more cents for your consideration.

Infosys is a strong brand, but having it on your CV doesn't do much for you when it comes to MBA admissions, as there'll be a ton of guys and gals with similar credentials. Of course, what you did within the org can make a great deal of difference. Your role, your responsibilities, your career graph.

Calance: I'm not aware of the company, but from your brief overview, this seems like an interesting place to be in. Small companies have an entrepreneurial environment where you are given a ton of responsibility and your designation doesn't matter much. You do what comes your way. You survive. You grow. Even if you fail, the journey would be enriching. All this could take you out of the general pool of engineers/IT professionals. It also shows you are willing to take calculated risks in your career.

All the best.

[pratik.munjal]

Hi All

Yar I need a very sincere advice on a critical issue.
I have graduated in Bsc(Hons) Computer Science and have scored good marks this year. Now that I have graduated I am looking for a job preferrably in the IT sector. However due to the economic crisis as you can imagine getting a job is even more difficult than getting a girlfrient
But I have somehow manged to get a job in the Commonwealth games organizing committe in the field of IT projects only. Although everything is decent, the job shall be till 2011 only. Will my work experience be considered by the IIM's should I bell the cat this time or in future. How robust would it be in comparison to the "MNC work ex" Will this exp come in handy during job shifts etc. ?

Kindly reply , getting really worried.

[Abhishek_fr_CAT]

@ Pratik - you may put your query here for better responses - http://www.pagalguy.com/forum/career...b-dilemma.html (Personal/Career/CAT-job Dilemma Queries : A Repository)

Regards
AFC