ISB 2008 - Interviews and Admits

[poonam289]

Sure Varsha

Please go ahead.
It wud be gud if some people who got thru can discuss their profiles too. We can discuss - what next ? , our options etc

Originally Posted by varsha_bt

I think all of us who are rejected can create a new thread to discuss and share insights on our profile, where we think we went wrong, and the course of action further...

any takers for this??

[aparshey]

Another ding!
Profile: 640/6.0/MS(US)/8+years(all US, all IT)/Lead Engineer
Not entirely sure if anyone else had this experience during the IV, does finding the right placement post-MBA (in terms of PAY & position)weigh on the selection criteria? It would really help to get some insight on this, since my decision to re-app will be based on this(with an improved GMAT, ofcourse). If they think they cant place me in sync with my experience level, I will be wasting my time & effort re-apping to ISB.
Also, I am located in the bay area and looking for people in the vicinity(San Fran/Silicon Valley) who either got thru or got ding'ed and who would like to meet up to discuss their IV experiences and future COA, w.r.t re-apping to ISB or app-ing to IIMA/IIMC/IIML/IMD/INSEAD for 2009-2010 programs. I intend to go full-throttle, now that I have experienced the fun in going after the BIG B's.

[saintlydevil]

Originally Posted by aparshey

Another ding!
Profile: 640/6.0/MS(US)/8+years(all US, all IT)/Lead Engineer
Not entirely sure if anyone else had this experience during the IV, does finding the right placement post-MBA (in terms of PAY & position)weigh on the selection criteria? It would really help to get some insight on this, since my decision to re-app will be based on this(with an improved GMAT, ofcourse). If they think they cant place me in sync with my experience level, I will be wasting my time & effort re-apping to ISB.
Also, I am located in the bay area and looking for people in the vicinity(San Fran/Silicon Valley) who either got thru or got ding'ed and who would like to meet up to discuss their IV experiences and future COA, w.r.t re-apping to ISB or app-ing to IIMA/IIMC/IIML/IMD/INSEAD for 2009-2010 programs. I intend to go full-throttle, now that I have experienced the fun in going after the BIG B's.

I am waitlisted for ISB and have an offer with IIMA PGPX. In my ISB I/V, I was asked what my ideal post-MBA job was. The panel thought I was aiming too high. I agreed, but pointed out that I have solid exp (8 yrs) in my chosen field blah blah. Not sure if that had any impact. In any case, I dont think you should base your 'decision' to reapp on this, but rather tailor your app and pitch so its music to their ears. From a placement perspective, I am sure lateral placements will be avlbl for exp candidates. An improved GMAT will definitely help, but remember IT work ex is a pretty competitive pool.

[venkb]

did anyone with 5+ /6+ yrs of experience in IT clear R2? if yes can you let me know. i would be interested in evaluating the possible differences in the app so that i can close that gap next year.

btw, i mailed admission folks regarding the reason for rejection. they have asked to check with in may.

[federaloshima]

hi rishika 14

could u plz share ur profile with us.
u seem to be of the cuff, since ur the only person with less than 2 yrs exp.

i am also planning for next year, gmat 740, we by 09, 2yrs 8 mths.

[gtg617c]

Originally Posted by aparshey

Another ding!
Profile: 640/6.0/MS(US)/8+years(all US, all IT)/Lead Engineer
Not entirely sure if anyone else had this experience during the IV, does finding the right placement post-MBA (in terms of PAY & position)weigh on the selection criteria? It would really help to get some insight on this, since my decision to re-app will be based on this(with an improved GMAT, ofcourse). If they think they cant place me in sync with my experience level, I will be wasting my time & effort re-apping to ISB.
Also, I am located in the bay area and looking for people in the vicinity(San Fran/Silicon Valley) who either got thru or got ding'ed and who would like to meet up to discuss their IV experiences and future COA, w.r.t re-apping to ISB or app-ing to IIMA/IIMC/IIML/IMD/INSEAD for 2009-2010 programs. I intend to go full-throttle, now that I have experienced the fun in going after the BIG B's.

I don't think that post -MBA job prospects matter that much till you have set your goals within reach. One example that is mentioned is don't expect to be a CEO or be leading a team of 50-100 or something like that right after MBA, be realistic. In my interview I messed up this part as I was not sure which company I want to work for or for that matter the size of the company. I told them that I am not sure about this and I need to do more research as I have never worked back home. I was told that I indeed need to work on it and that I have set some challenging goals post MBA which might be difficult to attain. But again I did not claim to be a CEO etc...so I could defend what I wrote. And yes I did get the admit. Hope this helps.

[Simz]

Originally Posted by tweety32

Hey I am R1 waitlisted candidate...You have put me in the R2 list and that too in the "rejected" candidates.. How bad is that ?

My Apologies..

Updated consol list of R2 applicants
(If i missed out someone, please om me)

Admitted:

sbgsahoo (3 lac schol)
mohit273
payalgo
usha_ISB
sailor
thoughcurry (3 lac schol)
hindolam
nilabza
deeptiravi6
PYT
cat_woman
ajaisharma
harry_x1
smunoth
and ofcourse:ME (Simz)..

Waitlisted:

saintlydevil
prafulnangia
budugu
tweety32

Result Awaited:

Rishika14

Rejected:

venkb
lakshaya2008
mns2002
apasupat
rashyy22
chaya_B
ajaz
varsha_bt
sandy11150
poonam289
aparshey
conrad
theapprentice

Im Surprised to see that so many PG guys have been rejected.. usually pg has a good track record becaus eall of us excel in our respective fields and have good guidance at our disposal thru PG.. Its quite disheartening to see so many rejects.. ATB to all of u.. Im sure something better will turn up soon

Sameer

[thoughtcurry]

Originally Posted by venkb

did anyone with 5+ /6+ yrs of experience in IT clear R2? if yes can you let me know. i would be interested in evaluating the possible differences in the app so that i can close that gap next year.

btw, i mailed admission folks regarding the reason for rejection. they have asked to check with in may.

I have more than 6 years of IT experience. Glad to help ....

[myaim]

Hi All
Congrats to all who maid it to isb.
I am plannig to apply isb in next year R1, would you please share some essays that i can use as refrence , and neother tips on essays.
I have more then three year experience in IT.

Regards
myaim

[lakshaya2008]

Originally Posted by poonam289

Sure Varsha

Please go ahead.
It wud be gud if some people who got thru can discuss their profiles too. We can discuss - what next ? , our options etc

This is a very good idea. I was also thinking about this.
I have created a thread http://www.pagalguy.com/forum/intern...andidates.html (ISB08 - Future course of action for candidates rejected after interview)

May be we can share our views here.