[2011] PGSEM @ IIM Bangalore Admission Queries & Discussions

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Hello Puys, I believe all have already filled CAT application forms and studies are in full swing :smiley: IIMB has published its admission procedure for 2011 including PGSEM (Post Graduate Program in Software Enterprise Management). …

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Hello Puys,

I believe all have already filled CAT application forms and studies are in full swing 😃

IIMB has published its admission procedure for 2011 including PGSEM (Post Graduate Program in Software Enterprise Management). This thread is dedicated for discussing any queries you have with regard to PGSEM @ IIMB. You may also look into the discussions @ PGSEM info group @ http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/PGSEMinfo/

Below is a brief about PGSEM & 2010 batch profile:

About PGSEM:

The Post-Graduate Programme in Software Enterprise Management (PGSEM) leading to a Post-Graduate Diploma in Software Enterprise Management is an executive general management education programme designed for the specific needs of professionals working in the software and information technology industry in India. It was started in 1998 and so far there are around 1000 alumnus. Predominantly, the participants are from IT/ITES industry.

Conduct of classes: Friday & Saturday - 8AM-1:15PM


Duration: 2.5 Years


Eligibility: All requirements for PGP applies to PGSEM also. In addition, you should have a minimum of two years of work experience.

Batch Profile(2010):

Average Experience: 7.5 years
Experience Range: 2.5 - 20 years
Work Profiles: Developers, Architects, Project/Program Managers, Product Managers, Pre Sales Engineers, Marketing Managers, Sales...
Companies Represented: ~40



No of Seats: 75


Admission Procedure:

1) Test: CAT/GMAT/IIMB Test
2) Essays (SOP)
3) Alumni Interviews
4) Faculty Interviews (interview format subject to change)

Some Important Dates:

Monday 30 August 2010 - Thursday, 07 October 2010= CAT Registration
Wednesday 27 October 2010 - Wednesday, 24 November 2010= CAT
Sunday 21st Nov 2010= Open House at IIMB Auditorium
Saturday 18th Dec 2010= Start date for submitting online applications
Saturday 5th Feb 2011= Last day for submission of applications
Sunday 13th Feb 2011= PGSEM Test conducted by IIMB
March 2011 by prior Invitation= Alumni & Faculty Interviews (interview pattern subject to change)

Websites:
Post-Graduate Programme in Software Enterprise Management | Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
IIM Bangalore PGSEM MBA Blog

Please find the attached documents for more information

Put forth any of the doubts you have...

ps: All the opinions discussed in this thread by PGSEMers are personal and IIMB or PGSEM office does not endorse any of the opinions expressed here.

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Hi Vijay,

Thanks for opening this thread.

I would be applying to IIMB PGSEM probably through GMAT this year.Yet to give GMAT.Also writing CAT but somewhat not convinced of CAT scoring so submitting through GMAT.

I have around 2.5 Years of experience and would like to know whether someone having 3 years of joining faces any hindrance experience wise or any other reasons.Also whats the ideal experience to apply to PGSEM.

Also if I submit my PGSEM scores though CAT in the online form can I apply to PGSEM later through GMAT or give the PGSEM test later ?

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Hi Nayas,

I believe there will not be any hindrance with the low work experience...around 10-15 % of the batch are in the experience 2-5 years. So if you have a good test score, you should be in a good position to get an interview call.

The average experience of PGSEM usually used to be in 6-7 yrs range.

When you apply for PGSEM separately, you will have the option to submit which score you would like the admission committee to consider. So no worries if you checked the PGSEM option in the CAT form now. However only one test score can be submitted in the final PGSEM application.

ATB!

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In my experience, a person with lesser years of experience should have an extremely competitive CAT score. The minimum CAT score (that I've heard people with lots of experience get through with) is around 96 percentile.

Regarding the maximum, we had people in our class who got calls from IIMs for the full-time PGP programme, but yet chose to join the PGSEM. So that makes the full range there...

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An open house is scheduled on November 21 @ IIMB campus.

Interact with alumni, students and admission committee to know more about PGSEM

Register @ Register for PGSEM Open House | Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

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In my experience, a person with lesser years of experience should have an extremely competitive CAT score. The minimum CAT score (that I've heard people with lots of experience get through with) is around 96 percentile.

Regarding the maximum, we had people in our class who got calls from IIMs for the full-time PGP programme, but yet chose to join the PGSEM. So that makes the full range there...



Hi Vijay,

Do you by any chance have an idea , what was the min score for people who were selected last time for PGSEM and had 3-4 years of experience.

An open house is scheduled on November 21 @ IIMB campus.

Interact with alumni, students and admission committee to know more about PGSEM

Register @ Register for PGSEM Open House | Indian Institute of Management Bangalore


Also , can be please throw light on what will be the agenda for open house.

Thanks
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well nayas, last year even a CAT score of
with regard to the open house, it will involve a panel discussion of PGSEM alumni, some insights into the course, format and its rigor by students and admission committee/faculty. You can clear any of your doubts w.r.to PGSEM from students and panel. I will post the official agenda once finalized.

Hi Vijay,

Do you by any chance have an idea , what was the min score for people who were selected last time for PGSEM and had 3-4 years of experience.



Also , can be please throw light on what will be the agenda for open house.

Thanks
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Agenda for the day:
09:00 AM to 09:30 AM - Registration desk opens
09:30 AM to 10:00 AM - Tea
10:00 AM to 10:10 AM - Presentation by Student Affairs Council, PGSEM
10:10 AM to 10:20 AM - Address by Prof. N M Agrawal, Chairperson, PGSEM
10:20 AM to 11:00 AM - Panel Discussion
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM - Tea
11:30 AM to 01:00 PM - Q & A Session
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Hi Guys,

The online app was supposed to open up today. Was anyone able to get the application link? I scanned through the entire PGSEM website, but could not find. Can anyone help?

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Hey Viv, it might take a little while... just keep looking in on the site every two/three days or so..

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hellfury Says
Hey Viv, it might take a little while... just keep looking in on the site every two/three days or so..


Thanks hellfury...But since it is mentioned that the app opens on 18th, isnt it supposed to show up on the same day?
Or are there hard copy application available at IIMB itself?
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I am sure, by now all of you would have figured out the link for application....just in case if you haven't .... @ IIMB Online Web Application - Login

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Hi Vijay,

I have got 97.9%tile in CAT' 10 and have around 2.5 yrs of experience as a Software Engineer. The acads and extra curriculars are decent.

Do you think its going to be very difficult for me to get selected given my low work ex?

Please tell, what are the things I should focus on. I mean what are the things which can help me get selected even at a low work ex. What are the expectations of interview panel from people with my kind of profile?

Also, the application talks about the approval letter from the company. Are we supposed to provide it now itself or can it be submitted at a later stage?

Thanks.

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Hi Vijay,

I have got 97.9%tile in CAT' 10 and have around 2.5 yrs of experience as a Software Engineer. The acads and extra curriculars are decent.

Do you think its going to be very difficult for me to get selected given my low work ex?

Please tell, what are the things I should focus on. I mean what are the things which can help me get selected even at a low work ex. What are the expectations of interview panel from people with my kind of profile?

Also, the application talks about the approval letter from the company. Are we supposed to provide it now itself or can it be submitted at a later stage?

Thanks.



yaar koi apply nhi kar raha hai kya PGSEM ke liye ........ why this thread is almost dead.

Somebody pls reply .........
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Hi All,
I have a CAT OA percentile of 97 . But the problem is the sectional in one section DI is 66.67 percentil :banghead::banghead::banghead:e. I am not sure if this would warrent a call by IIB for PGSEM. should I use this score and apply for PGSEM, or should I write the PGSEM test in february..

Thanks

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Hi Santiago,

I am sorry for the late reply.
In my honest opinion, your score is good enough for the interview call provided the sectionals are not so bad. Experience should not be an issue with this score.
Write a good SOP. Prepare well for the interview and essay.

And for your Qn on inactive thread, I can't comment :lookround:

ATB!

Regards,
Vijay

yaar koi apply nhi kar raha hai kya PGSEM ke liye ........ why this thread is almost dead.

Somebody pls reply .........
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Hi Sidhath,

I am exteremly sorry, I cannot comment on your score. Your OA is really good enough, but 66.67 in DI is giving me a doubt...

If you have prepared well for CAT and still fresh with your preparation, PGSEM test should be easy for you. Please give a thought on that front also...

ATB!

Regards,
Vijay

Hi All,
I have a CAT OA percentile of 97 . But the problem is the sectional in one section DI is 66.67 percentil :banghead::banghead::banghead:e. I am not sure if this would warrent a call by IIB for PGSEM. should I use this score and apply for PGSEM, or should I write the PGSEM test in february..

Thanks
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Hi Sidhath,

I am exteremly sorry, I cannot comment on your score. Your OA is really good enough, but 66.67 in DI is giving me a doubt...

If you have prepared well for CAT and still fresh with your preparation, PGSEM test should be easy for you. Please give a thought on that front also...

ATB!

Regards,
Vijay

Hi Vijay,
Thank you for your reply so fast. what I wanted to know was, Do they actually look for sectional cutoffs, I do not want to risk the call by writing another exam ,.. just in case this sectional is not considered.... If the chances of getting a call at this percentile is less, then I will write the PGSEM..:(
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Hi Sidharth,

I understand your situation; however i don't have credible source to point to confirm 66%ile is OK. I am sorry, IMHO, this seems to be a problem, its a 50-50 chance.

Regards,
Vijay