Personal Dilemma Related Queries

MBA CAT 2022
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soumya_ano Says
I want to concentrate on either CAT or GMAT. Which would be better? And in ISB, what extra certifications would I need?


ISB gives preference to diversity...Certifications like CFA, NCFM, or any other certification which bring you different from others..i have seen many students who got into ISB are having many other degress other than bachlors..for eg ca, cs,cwa or cfa anythin..which suits you
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Hi Puys....
I am an aspiring MBA Finance candidate,but I am from engineering background and have no finance related course or knowledge under my belt.Can anyone please suggest me important financial certificate courses or exams to clear before going for MBA finance?thanks..

please help me out...
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Tyger Says
please help me out...


If you want to take CAT in 2012 and join a B-school next year, then it is better to concentrate on CAT. If you plan sometime beyond this and have time, then there are many courses that you can take like on Risk Management, CFA, etc.
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Hi,

Below are my academics details:-
1. 10th 80% C.B.S.E
2. 12th 85% C.B.S.E
3. B.E. 71 % From M.D.U
I completed my B.E in 2006 and I Have 5 Years of Experience in IT Industry. Now I want to change my profile to work in finance industry.
I want to go for an Executive- MBA with 1 Year Regular class programs from top colleges in India only.
I have following queries:
1. Will it be worth of doing Ex-MBA with 1 Year Regular programs to enter in to finance industry?
2. Which colleges offer such programs?
3. Do colleges assist Executive-MBAs in placements too?
Kindly help me out.
Thanks in Advance.

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Replies inline. I am assuming you meant 1 year full time program.

Hi,

Below are my academics details:-
1. 10th 80% C.B.S.E
2. 12th 85% C.B.S.E
3. B.E. 71 % From M.D.U
I completed my B.E in 2006 and I Have 5 Years of Experience in IT Industry. Now I want to change my profile to work in finance industry.
I want to go for an Executive- MBA with 1 Year Regular class programs from top colleges in India only.
I have following queries:
1. Will it be worth of doing Ex-MBA with 1 Year Regular programs to enter in to finance industry?
Yes. I would also suggest that you enroll for CFA and clear at least L2 by the time you finish your MBA
2. Which colleges offer such programs?
ISB is your best bet. Apart from that you can look at SP Jain's PGPM, Great Lakes, XLRI GMP. If money is not a constraint, I wouls strongly suggest you to do a regular 1 year MBA abroad.
3.Do colleges assist Executive-MBAs in placements too?
Yes
Kindly help me out.
Thanks in Advance.
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@puys

how much does a 2yr work ex in ERP help in MBA other than in IT specialization?

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Thanks Sb29 for your reply.
It has cleared the picture for me.

Kindly provide your comments on below query as well:

1. As per your suggestion i googled the course details, and i see they take GMAT score, will it be possible to tell you generally what is the cut-off in these colleges?

2. Should i have my focus on CAT or GMAT or both?

3. How different is preparation of GMAT from CAT? Is it difficult than CAT?

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Replies inline again

Thanks Sb29 for your reply.
It has cleared the picture for me.

Kindly provide your comments on below query as well:

1. As per your suggestion i googled the course details, and i see they take GMAT score, will it be possible to tell you generally what is the cut-off in these colleges?
Generally it is profile based. And obviously higher the GMAT score, the better it is. I think given your experience, a score of above 680 should be comfortable.
2. Should i have my focus on CAT or GMAT or both?
You should finalize the programs you want to target and prepare accordingly. I think all 1 yr programs accept GMAT scores

3. How different is preparation of GMAT from CAT? Is it difficult than CAT?
Since I have taken both the tests, I can tell you that both are very different from each other. If you see the standalone questions, GMAT may look simpler. But since it is computer adaptive, it tries to find out your percentile based on past 3 years (I think) test takers. Also, it is a 3 and half hours test. So, a different strategy for preparation and test taking will be required.
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hello guys need help

i am working @ a marketing research company nd m a 2011 pass out , B tech . wanted to add to my qualifications b4 job , but CAT 2011 score ws bad , also my first attempt (althou i cud hv done better) .now after the results . m back to d place where i was months ago..job or mba? i will giv cat 2012 now .

what should be my steps so that i can maximize my score in every way ?

will my job experience count till den ?

thnx in advance

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hello guys need help

i am working @ a marketing research company nd m a 2011 pass out , B tech . wanted to add to my qualifications b4 job , but CAT 2011 score ws bad , also my first attempt (althou i cud hv done better) .now after the results . m back to d place where i was months ago..job or mba? i will giv cat 2012 now .

what should be my steps so that i can maximize my score in every way ?

will my job experience count till den ?

thnx in advance

What is your job profile in the MR agency?
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sb29 Says
What is your job profile in the MR agency?


i m a research trainee .and then i l b a management trainee aftr 3 months
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double post

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double post

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geekygirl Says
i m a research trainee .and then i l b a management trainee aftr 3 months

You have a very different kind of experience and the admissions committee at business schools will appreciate that. In fact, your work experience will prove to be highly beneficial if you want to make a career in marketing. So, I would suggest that you continue with your job.
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geekygirl Says
i m a research trainee .and then i l b a management trainee aftr 3 months

You have a very different kind of experience and the admissions committee at business schools will appreciate that. In fact, your work experience will prove to be highly beneficial if you want to make a career in marketing. So, I would suggest that you continue with your job.
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sb29 Says
You have a very different kind of experience and the admissions committee at business schools will appreciate that. In fact, your work experience will prove to be highly beneficial if you want to make a career in marketing. So, I would suggest that you continue with your job.


really 😃 i thot it wont count ..so u suggest me to continue wid d job + give cat 2012 ? or make it an exp of 2 yrs ?
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I have been selected in UPES dehradun in International business program
My query is that their last date of submission of fees is 3rd of feb and NMIMS will bring out their list by 9th feb. (my score is 201)
Should I drop UPES and wait for NMIMS or should I go for it?? If yes then I would like to know that how is the International business and what is the package that the college gets?

I knw this is not d forum for this..but please help

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I have been selected in UPES dehradun in International business program
My query is that their last date of submission of fees is 3rd of feb and NMIMS will bring out their list by 9th feb. (my score is 201)
Should I drop UPES and wait for NMIMS or should I go for it?? If yes then I would like to know that how is the International business and what is the package that the college gets?

I knw this is not d forum for this..but please help

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I have been selected in UPES dehradun in International business program
My query is that their last date of submission of fees is 3rd of feb and NMIMS will bring out their list by 9th feb. (my score is 201)
Should I drop UPES and wait for NMIMS or should I go for it?? If yes then I would like to know that how is the International business and what is the package that the college gets?

I knw this is not d forum for this..but please help

The International Business Programme at UPES is definitely a good choice. MBA International Business has been designed to address managerial issues that are relevant to doing business internationally. It develops an advanced understanding of critical awareness of the operation of global organizations, strategic concepts and current theories in the management of global businesses.100% students of UPES were placed last year in companies of repute like Kuehne Nagel ,Abhijeet Group SRISOL , Drive India (DIESL),HDFC Bank and many more with great packages. You can speak to their academic counselor also, on 011-41730151/52/53 to clear your queries.
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I have been selected in UPES dehradun in International business program
My query is that their last date of submission of fees is 3rd of feb and NMIMS will bring out their list by 9th feb. (my score is 201)
Should I drop UPES and wait for NMIMS or should I go for it?? If yes then I would like to know that how is the International business and what is the package that the college gets?

I knw this is not d forum for this..but please help

The International Business Programme at UPES is definitely a good choice. MBA International Business has been designed to address managerial issues that are relevant to doing business internationally. It develops an advanced understanding of critical awareness of the operation of global organizations, strategic concepts and current theories in the management of global businesses.100% students of UPES were placed last year in companies of repute like Kuehne Nagel ,Abhijeet Group SRISOL , Drive India (DIESL),HDFC Bank and many more with great packages. You can speak to their academic counselor also, on 011-41730151/52/53 to clear your queries.