PM a guy having id 'warikoos' or something similar on this forum (name: Ankur Warikoo). He has very similar background to yours & is in current batch.
thanks PvDdicted and capreal26 for your inputs.
hello all, This is phani from hyd. i'm planning to give my GMAT in october and apply for ISB and Us schools as well. A for my profile, me a passout from BITS Pilani in 2004 and ahve decent acads and extra curriculars.
Ihave been with infy hyd since 2004-oct. I wanna know if i stand a realistic chance of getting into ISB with a couple of years of exp( me apping for 2006).....
also , how r my chances at some of the second rung US schools like...Smeal, Tepper, etc.....
guys n senors please pour in ur advice....
shameek u a BITSIAN?????
hello all, This is phani from hyd. i'm planning to give my GMAT in october and apply for ISB and Us schools as well. A for my profile, me a passout from BITS Pilani in 2004 and ahve decent acads and extra curriculars.
Ihave been with infy hyd since 2004-oct. I wanna know if i stand a realistic chance of getting into ISB with a couple of years of exp( me apping for 2006).....
also , how r my chances at some of the second rung US schools like...Smeal, Tepper, etc.....
guys n senors please pour in ur advice....
shameek u a BITSIAN?????
I would advise you to give GMAT slightly earlier.
Go ahead and apply to the places you want after studying the student profiles, school profile keeping your interests in mind. It is very difficult to answer a question like what places should I apply? The phase where you have to select a school is slightly difficult and everyone who wants to apply goes through the dilemma. Think hard.
This year at ISB we have around 50% of the population with experience between 2 and 5 years.
PM Shameek and get details from him. Yeah he is from BITS.
- Ramki.
I am the new Pagal
Real good to see a forum like PG.com. Cool stuff.
I am targeting ISB for 2006-2007 batch. ( i cant say that bcos i still have to decide on where I want to do my MBA)
BE Civil Engineering (Osmania Univ)
MS Civil Engineering (State Univ of New York)
Work Ex: 2+ yrs in US
I wud definitely want to do a 1yr MBA. So it leaves with one school in INdia (ISB). I am thinking of other schools in US too. but i want return back to india ASAP. so in a dilemma. but anyway i will be gving GMAT by sept. I will be narrowing my target list by that time. I hope this forum will of great help in my decision.
I wud like to hear from people who returned from US and joined ISB. what are the main driving points for ISB. can some one give me some comaprision chart kinda btw ISB and other US schools.
Guys... pls throw some light on this...
Krish.
IIM-A is also starting a 1-year program from 2006. Admissions close by september 2005. Here is the link : http://www.iimahd.ernet.in/pgpx/pgpxone.htm
- Ramki.
Hi there.
Well i was hoping if you could help me on this one. Currently i have just finished my Engg exams. I have done my Engg in Electronics and Telecomm. I have a job through Campus placement in HSBC Software division. And i intend to do my MBA in Finance for sure. So what all do i need to get into the univ. I mean if i am changing fields so quickly on what do they judge me
Also what is the admission procedure. Is there any test i need to give. Also how much is the fees.
Thanks a lot.
My email is [email protected]
Cheers,
Swanand
hello all,
is anybody giving away gmat books in hyd.....
kindly get in touch with meeeeeeee
New Pagal here --
Hi to all the new guys and thanks to all the seniors who (i observed) just cant help helping the newcomers like myself...Im already feeling welcome to the gang ! Also went through all past posts...simply overwhelmed !
I must say that PG has just made up my mind to get into ISB and with the support of all the pagals--im sure i will.
abt meself - last 2 yrs with world's largest MF co. , prior to that 2 yrs in IT in UK...not so gr8 exp. with IT so made a switch 2 yrs ago to mfunds.
Kindly enlighten-- how much does avg acads of 78/80/55
effect the overall selection?? also what r these essya abt ? (Havent appld yet!)
Also, what should be the best time to sit for gmat if im looking at next yrs admit. ??
Pour in plss...
New Pagal here --
Hi to all the new guys and thanks to all the seniors who (i observed) just cant help helping the newcomers like myself...Im already feeling welcome to the gang ! Also went through all past posts...simply overwhelmed !
I must say that PG has just made up my mind to get into ISB and with the support of all the pagals--im sure i will.
abt meself - last 2 yrs with world's largest MF co. , prior to that 2 yrs in IT in UK...not so gr8 exp. with IT so made a switch 2 yrs ago to mfunds.
Kindly enlighten-- how much does avg acads of 78/80/55
Also, what should be the best time to sit for gmat if im looking at next yrs admit. ??
Pour in plss...
Acads can be compensated by a good GMAT score (anything above 700). But, I can't tell you to what extent it can compensate. You have an advantage, if you are from a NON-IT field.
Write the GMAT test before you start the application process. Anytime before september 30 will do. Just try to get it out of your mind before you start the application process. In case, you want to apply to US universities, I would suggest that you take the test by July/August.
- Ramki.
Hi all,
After 4 months I am back reading the messages. Did simba and all join ISB. I saw your articles with a 5 1/2 admit. Are you still waiting for some results. Guys there is nice forum which is hosted by Wharton. Nice place to register and get real advise from adcom members and alums
I got dinged by ISB. Poor Resume (a Typical Techy IT resume) and lack of seriousness about the whole process were the reasons mentioned. I had GMAT (670 89% Q 49 87% V 34 75%) and 82/78/78 as the undergrad and grad percentages. Plus 4.5 years work ex. The ISB experience helped me a lot. It all happened for good.
Now i know how important the essays and Resume are. Simba helped me by suggesting a couple of books. I bought a few and they were really useful. Its also important to show how passionate you are about the school. Join one or two forums and get maximum information as well. ISB s decision and their feedback really challenged me. I took GMAT again got a 730 97% Q 51 99% and V 37 83%
I will be completing 5.5 years before i apply next time. May be will visit ISB too and study more as well before the next app.
Regards
Kiran.
Acads can be compensated by a good GMAT score (anything above 700). But, I can't tell you to what extent it can compensate. You have an advantage, if you are from a NON-IT field.
Write the GMAT test before you start the application process. Anytime before september 30 will do. Just try to get it out of your mind before you start the application process. In case, you want to apply to US universities, I would suggest that you take the test by July/August.
- Ramki.
Cheers for the timings plan Ramki, was confused on it. i'll be putting down some preparation plan down for gmat...
also wanted to have some insight on the interviews of isb, although i understand its pretty indv exprnce, but if the aged guys can put some thoughts onto it ..?
Cheers for the timings plan Ramki, was confused on it. i'll be putting down some preparation plan down for gmat...
also wanted to have some insight on the interviews of isb, although i understand its pretty indv exprnce, but if the aged guys can put some thoughts onto it ..?
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Check the links on the right hand side.
- Ramki.
HiAll
was reading ur prolific discussion of march 2005 posts
Guys I need ur help
I wanna do MBA from ISB 2006 batch
apply this year havent given GMAT though
my acads are (10th-81,12th-80,BE comp sc -69.10)
work ex- 4 years IT
I want to prepare for GMAt and also essay for ISB so that my application is accepted plz
help me out.
intrepidboy at hotmail.com Plz Frends This is do or die situation
Thanks in anticipation
AG
The ISB admission criteria page lists GMAT/GRE/CAT
I have scheduled my GMAT for Sep 28th. I already have a GRE score from the old pattern (2170/2400) The scores are within the 5 year period which ISB accepts as per the info on the site.
Does early application make any difference? I.e. should I apply with my GRE score itself or wait and try to get the GMAT score too.
Please do let me know, waiting for your replies.
My profile:
B.E. Mech---- Pune University----63.83%
X: 86.57%
XII: 74%
Work Exp:
7 months call center in Mumbai
2 years 4 months Software testing, currently with top MNC
For the current ISB PGites:
How much do the acads weigh out in admit decision?
Thanks
Kaushik
Kaushik
Guys,
For all those who are trying for admissions this year, there is a thread in business week forum. You can go register there and speak to alums and current students. Its a good place to share your concerns and ask questions. The answers and replies will be reliable. There are two threads one by ISB and the other by prospective students. Both of them will be very useful.
Cheers
Kiran.
Does early application make any difference? I.e. should I apply with my GRE score itself or wait and try to get the GMAT score too.
For the current ISB PGites:
How much do the acads weigh out in admit decision?
If any of you could send me the essays/ reco drafts you guys used it would be a great help. Tips and suggestions always welcome
1. I would suggest that you appear for your GMAT and try to use that score. It helps you in making comparisons with the official average score released by the school and also helps if you want to apply abroad. All applications are reviewed only after the deadline of R1. So, it doesn't make a difference whether you apply a day after the application is available or 10mins before the deadline.
2. There is no specific weightage assigned to acads. But, it does play a good role and will be one of the important items on any admissions list. However, I would suggest that you treat everything else in your application package as more important than acads as there is nothing you can do about your acads now.
3. Use Google to get some sample essays. Or use the books that are oft mentioned for helping you with the admission process. I am pretty sure that no one will want to share the essays. And BTW, you are not supposed to see your reco.
- Ramki.
P.S: You are not supposed to post your E-Mail ID on this thread or for that matter on any of the threads. So, please edit your post.
hi there.
this is my first post and was just figuring the whole thing out.
my interview for ISB was scheduled on the 21st of Nov. Went badly as i had Jaundice and was babling incoherently.:huh:
my gmat score was 700 and i have 3 yrs of work ex in Maruti Udyog as a Manager.
my extra circulars were good. i represented my state in two national tournements and held many leadership positions in college.
the others who came for the interview were far more qualified.
the interviewer too kinda looked uninterested in me...... guess i was just making up the numbers.
and thats that.
anyone else had his interview in Chennai ?
cheers
Reev
the interviewer too kinda looked uninterested in me...... guess i was just making up the numbers.
Reev
Dont worry, thats typical of ISB...You are not alone 😃
In ISB site,it is mentioned that 13% of the students had GMAT score between 600-650..can someone post those profiles..i have low score...thats the reason...thanks...
Alone making up the numbers , or alone feeling this way 😃