[mistake]

Exactly same case here as udayds!!!
Now back to interviews, for jobs for a change, instead of MBA


If not this year, I'm outta all of this- (anyways the next test is going to be the first of combined tests- new pattern : /MMJ ) - wud take the gmat- but there's time for that- need to get more exp.

Blowing up an offer/few months/a year is criminal!!!

After everything boils down to 2 hours, and you can't guarantee that you won't have a bad hair day, C-day rather; the scales are heavily tilted!

maloy

[G O V A R]

Originally Posted by itsmaloy

Blowing up an offer/few months/a year is criminal!!!
maloy

You bet! With CAT, you never know.



My two cents on working and studying...

Advantages:
1) Ppl say with work-ex u are in an adv. position
2) You can certainly brag abt the company and work in interviews, that too if ur company's good.
3) You are forced to get into discussions/conf-calls, again, if you are in a kinda good company

Disadv:
1) No time for class room sessions :(
2) Big company, if you work for 12-14 hrs, and you almost certainly will need to, believe me, its very difficult to concentrate in the evenings. So shift study to mornings.
3) Getting bored, particularly if you get hard-cash and once in 6 months increments
4) You are doomed if you have a compelling release near CAT time. You **ARE** expected to work for 14-16 hrs. Yes.

What I have to say:
Yep, working and studying is very difficult, but keep the fire in ur belly.
If you company's flexi, make use of it.
Most importantly, dont get satisfied with the salary you get (You'd be amazed to see so many ppl settling for it)

Believe in yourself, God, and in luck.

[manitonline]

Hi,
Anyone working in Infosys........please guide me about the work that we freshers r required to do there......wat's the initial training like n life at infosys including all advantages, disadvantages etc.......I m a fresher n going to join Infosys in a months time........please help.

Mann

[gb]

Originally Posted by Manpreet

I second that!

I third that

[MANSOOR]

Originally Posted by gb

I third that

I completely disagree with this , joining infy will without doubt affect your CAT preparations.

To start with..
1. You will be exposed to a whole new world of opportunities. And you mite realize that you have far better options then writing CAT and getting into the IIMs.

2. I dont know how it works in infy, but in my company there is hardly any one who is planning to take up CAT. So, that kind of dampens you enthusiasm. Of course you can always log on to PG for unlimited motivation.

3. Ull have less time. You can manage to put in 2 to 3 hrs daily. But giving due consideration to points 1 and 2 above, and many other factors which come in into picture when you are working. It does make a difference.

[Manpreet]

Originally Posted by MANSOOR

I completely disagree with this , joining infy will without doubt affect your CAT preparations.

To start with..
1. You will be exposed to a whole new world of opportunities. And you mite realize that you have far better options then writing CAT and getting into the IIMs.

2. I dont know how it works in infy, but in my company there is hardly any one who is planning to take up CAT. So, that kind of dampens you enthusiasm. Of course you can always log on to PG for unlimited motivation.

3. Ull have less time. You can manage to put in 2 to 3 hrs daily. But giving due consideration to points 1 and 2 above, and many other factors which come in into picture when you are working. It does make a difference.

But, if you are focussed, and have clear goals set in your mind, this job experience will instead will be quite handy to get into a good b-school. Take my words for it.

There are plenty of Infoscions who prepare for CAT. You just have to go to the library here. At any time there are atleast 30-40 guys preparing... taking mocks..etc.. And, atleast 50 infoscions do convert their calls each year. So, you see, work doesn't really effects your prospects of belling the CAT.

Just get a attitude and remain focussed man. Don't worry. Enjoy life.

[Manpreet]

Originally Posted by manitonline

Hi,
Anyone working in Infosys........please guide me about the work that we freshers r required to do there......wat's the initial training like n life at infosys including all advantages, disadvantages etc.......I m a fresher n going to join Infosys in a months time........please help.

Mann

Well, if you are from CS background, you are required to attend 1.5 months training. And, for non-CS background, training duration is of 3.5 months.

During training they teach you all the basics. Mostly, classes starts from 8:30am to and end around 5:00pm, which includes the duration of practicals. And, every second-third day you have a quiz or an online test. Also, at the end of the training, there's a comprehensive exam that tests your learning from all the subjects you have been taught. Its damn difficult..... i barely managed to clear it.

Side by side, they also conduct special sessions to improve your communication skills and personality etc.

So, on the whole, training life is cool and fun....

The only disadvantage is that you don't get enough time to prepare for CAT. :( What i used to do was, I studied in the library for the quizzes & other tests during the office hours itself. So, in that way, i ensured that i need not study at all when i reach home.

As a effect, i had plenty of time during the evening to take some mocks and keep myself in touch with CAT prep etc.


Manit, focus is the key.... i avoided going out for parties/pubs with frnds during the evening... just for the sake of my goal.... There are plenty of distractions around, but its up to u how u will manage'em.

Hope that this helps.

Cheers,
Manpreet

PS: BTW, where have you been posted?

[hereiam]

true manpreet.manitonline-You can take it as a test of your conviction.Why mba?why not mba?when mba?Incase you do not have answers to these questions and a few more and you dont make it thru 2 the institute of your choice,getting into a job will surely provide you with these answers.As far as preparing is concerned it may not be possible in the initial year(with due exceptions) but after that it shouldnt be a problem provided u have the fire in the belly.That is one of the reason why im looking to make it thru as a fresher.

[MANSOOR]

Originally Posted by Manpreet

But, if you are focussed, and have clear goals set in your mind, this job experience will instead will be quite handy to get into a good b-school. Take my words for it.

There are plenty of Infoscions who prepare for CAT. You just have to go to the library here. At any time there are atleast 30-40 guys preparing... taking mocks..etc.. And, atleast 50 infoscions do convert their calls each year. So, you see, work doesn't really effects your prospects of belling the CAT.

Just get a attitude and remain focussed man. Don't worry. Enjoy life.

Compleatly agreed Manpreet.. If you are focused. you can always make it.

But the point I am trying to make is . will you want to crack CAT after an year??

My bro joined IIMA (199 after one year in infosys. And his collegues who continued got work ex and moved on are now doing much much better then him. One of them even went ahead and graduated from Harvard while working in Boston.

What i am trying to say is once you start working, youll find better options in and that mite affect your CAT preparation. And this does make a significant difference.

[MANSOOR]

Hey on a lighter note.. just wanna dispell fears about work pressure..

My previous room mate. who is in infy HYD send me this mail

Hi mansoor,
what's up man. how r u? Guess what man, I am on bench right now. so I am partying man. I will be on bench for another 2-3 week.

after one month, he sent me another mail...

Hi mansoor,
I am still on bench. 3 days back i had a meeting with my DM(delivery manager). He said i will be on bench for another 4 weeks atleast. so my state of euphoria continues. making complete use of my bench time man.

Me working for Accenture. And i am in a similar state. So the bottom line is.. If you get a good job offer take it. Things have a way of working out.