It's back! -[2008] Ask ISB-Hyderabad: Admission Director answers your queries!

[Admissions@ISB]

Originally Posted by sai_thecoolguy

Thank you for the prompt reply. Actually, I had asked the same question to one Mrs. Rama devi of the Admissions team at ISB earlier. She told me that my stint at IMA will not be counted as work ex.

Could you please confirm the same?

Thanks

Sairam

sai_thecoolguy,

We regret the miscommunication from our end. Your work experience with IMA will be considered.

Admissions Team

[sai_thecoolguy]

Originally Posted by Admissions@ISB

sai_thecoolguy,

We regret the miscommunication from our end. Your work experience with IMA will be considered.

Admissions Team

Thanks and Regards

Sairam

[Admissions@ISB]

Originally Posted by loosecontrol

Thank you for the prompt reply..

By B2B marketing i meant project marketing (for example for power projects / construction projects etc) or marketing for industrial products which different than FMCG marketing. I would like to know if B2B marketing is a common profile among ISB applicants? (% of such applicants might help)

Less than 10% come with this profile.

Admissions Team

[Admissions@ISB]

Originally Posted by mask

Do you keep statistics regarding the percentage of ISB students who worked in analytics consulting? Also, typically, where do they go post ISB?

Mask,

Mostly into consulting, though we do not have percentages.

Admissions Team

[Admissions@ISB]

Originally Posted by Illusory world

Dear Mr. Menon,

Thank you very much for taking out time from your busy schedule and helping us!

Could you please help me with the following queries?

1) I am currently working with an Investment bank and want to continue working in the same field post MBA. Could you please confirm which IBs come to the ISB campus and ~ how many % students are placed with the IBs? Also if possible, could you provide a rough estimate on a) IB placements at Analyst vs Associate level b) Domestic vs international IB placements

2) I have been involved with many NGO activities, however i don't have certificates for most of these activities. Will my inability to provide certificates hamper my application?

Thank you in advance for your help!

Thanks & Regards,
Ajay

Ajay,

• Last year, eight I-Banks recruited from ISB. However, we cannot mention the names of the companies on the forum.
• 20% of finance jobs are from IB.
• Roles offered from Analyst to AVP.
• Instead of listing these activities under Awards & Activities, please mention your NGO work in the optional essay and also specify that you won’t be able to provide certificates for the same.
  

Admissions Team

[ssikka]

Sir

Thanks for your reply.

Regards
SSikka

Originally Posted by Admissions@ISB

Ssikka,

Once you add your latest work exp, you will be able to the view the same link 'Add previous experience details' again, click on this link and you can now add your first work exp.


Admissions Team

[Admissions@ISB]

Originally Posted by Fireinthebelly

Hello Mr. Menon and the AdCom members,

I am new to posting on this forum and please excuse me if I have forgone "thread posting" rules.

I have a couple of Qs which are specific to my background:
This is my career background:
--> BE in Comp Sci from University of Madras - 2004 with 90%, 100% in Maths and overall 2nd rank in college.
--> Masters in Software Engineering from Carnegie Mellon,USA - GPA 3.8/4
--> Work experience of 3 years with HTC, Siemens Research and Oracle.
--> Plus interests lie in blogging, extra curriculars, loads of volunteering work with multiple NGOs.

Given the above:

a. What are the options that one gets if she choses to switch sectors - say from Process Consulting (IT) to another sector such as Finance?
b. What kinds of consulting roles are offered post-ISB?
c. W.r.t General management, what are the roles offered?
d. Given the huge initial investment in terms of fees, what could be the % increase in ROI, post-ISB?
Mod Edit: ISB, like all other b-schools, will prefer you achieve your highest GMAT score. They do not specifically state a particular score for a particular applicant based on her profile.

Again, I must thank you for your time to answer my query and help similar prospective students.

Thanks,
Shini Menon

Dear Shini,

Thank you for your patience.

a) I am answering this question for people with engineering as background.

Career switching from engineering background into finance should be no problem provided you have the basic ingredients. Corporate finance could be an interesting option.

Career switching from engineering to finance analytics – will be a simpler task to achieve. The key skill sets required to get into finance analytics area are

• Quant orientation
• Analytical skills
• Data analysis

Engineering to Investment Banking will be a bit tougher task to achieve.
The key skills required are

• Skill set discussed above and in addition
• Networking skills
• Very strong communication skills
• Leadership potential
• Willingness to travel

The entire possible career options discussed above requires all these skills. However, the range of requirement varies depending on the job/ role you aspire for.

Please note that the demand for I-Bankers at any particular time is market driven. Keeping in mind the current global economic slowdown, the demand for I-Bankers this year will be affected. However, since its inception, the ISB has managed to place 25% of its batch in the finance sector every year.

b) From Analyst to Principle/Lead Consultant.

c) Management associate to Vice President.

d) The ROI figure varies from person to person as it depends on a number of factors like company, industry, previous salary, role, academic and interview performance at ISB.

Menon

[Srili]

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Moderator - No profile checks allowed, please read the first post carefully before asking questions.

[maharajpathik]

Hello,
Hope this mail finds all the members in great spirit and health.
I am Pathik Jain, 22, and i have just finished my graduation from National Institute of Technology, Bhopal.
I will join Reliance Energy this august and I am prepared to pursue a MBA degree.
I have some questions for you sir:
1.Ideally, why should one go for an mba, for the only reason i see it is for a better exposure, better career, and evolution of mindset. I am not in love with any of the management subjects, yet i find myself desperate for the degree, maybe because of the greater role one gets after pursuing it. Please present before me a larger picture, if there is one?
2. I am an average student, with very high ambitions, with a dream to shape the future of this country. I always think of entering politics 15 years down the line, having acquired some position and capital. Am i taking the right path, as in looking for an MBA from ISB, thereafter a job, a start-up maybe, and then finally active politics, considering i may not get a great score in GMAT?
3. IIms have a two year management programme, your school has a one year programme, so how should one decide as to whcih one offers a better in-depth understanding and al round skills, and what actually is behind your course module? I know your global ranking, but rankings are temporary, internal framework is class

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Moderator note - deleted question asking about preparation of GMAT.

I am also in doubt as to what sort of a profile should i seek so as to enter ISB two years later.

I have obatined 86% in 10th and 12th CBSE,
graduated with a CGPA of 8.35
Have an excellent college profile.
Please help me out....
Thanks & Regards
Pathik

[Srili]

Originally Posted by Srili

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Moderator - No profile checks allowed, please read the first post carefully before asking questions.

Im sorry if it came across as profile check. I mentioned earlier that im looking for suggestions if experience mentioned will be negative to apply for ISB PGP program.

Also, i had another question, as for refences, can i give international contacts, as my immediate supervisor(s) are in US.

Thanks.