How to Crack IBSAT 2023 Group Discussion & Personal Interview; Know Important Tips

Candidates preparing for IBSAT 2023 selection rounds must know the important tips to ace. IBSAT 2023 selection rounds will be held from February 10 to February 18, 2024. Candidates who will be shortlisted on the basis of the IBSAT 2023 score will have to appear for the selection process. Know all the important dates and tips for preparation.

IBSAT 2023 Selection Procedure

Shortlisted candidates must now know how to prepare for the selection process of IBSAT 2023. With IBSAT selection process rounds ongoing, know the important tips for GD /PI preparation in this article. ICFAI Business School will conduct IBSAT selection process rounds will be held from February 10 to February 18, 2024. IBSAT 2023 selection rounds will be held in IBS Hyderabad. IBSAT 2023 results has been declared soon after the exam is conducted. Candidates will be able to appear for a selection briefing, to know about the selection process for IBS admission. IBSAT is one of the popular Institute level entrance examinations which is conducted for admission to nine campuses of IBS- IBS Hyderabad, IBS Mumbai, IBS Bangalore, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Pune, IBS Kolkata, IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Jaipur, and IBS Dehradun. The different campuses of IBS offer different management programmes, candidates can check the different courses and fees offered by IBS campuses. 

IBSAT 2023 Important Dates 

IBSAT Admission Process 2023

IBS Admission Criteria 

Candidates desiring to take admission to IBS campuses must know the final admission criteria as mentioned in the table below: 

What is Group Discussion? 

Group discussion is held usually for 20-25 minutes which consists of eight (maximum) in a group. A particular topic is given to a group to discuss. During the discussion, the panelists judge the candidates on the basis of their communication, knowledge skills, clarity of thoughts, confidence, and so forth. 

How to Crack IBSAT Group Discussion? 

Group Discussion is one of the critical rounds for the admission process. The GD round judges the candidate’s analytical, leadership, and knowledge skills. Candidates preparing for the IBSAT GD round must know the important tips on how to prepare for GD and its important topics. Following are the important tips:

Self-assessment 

Before beginning to prepare for group discussion, candidates must know their strengths and weaknesses. For instance, if a candidate is hesitant in public speaking, he/she must first build confidence by taking mocks and practicing the same. Confidence is one of the important qualities that panelists look for in a candidate.  

Know important GD topics 

Candidates must know the previous year's GD topics to know the important areas for preparation. The GD topics are usually divided into various categories, i.e., abstract topics, factual topics, and case-based topics. Know some of the important topics under each category: 

Current Affairs  

• Importance of Statue of Unity  
• Citizenship Amendment Act - What and Why  
• How will the Abrogation of Article 370 improve the situation in Kashmir  

Business and Economy  

• Will reduced Goods & Services Tax (GST) help the Indian economy in growing faster?  
• Cashless Economy – Is India ready for it?  
• How can we control banking frauds to reduce NPAs?  

Social Issues  

• Success of Swachh Bharat Mission  
• Rural vs Urban India  
• Environment and us  

Abstract Topics  

• Self Motivation  
• First impression is the last impression  
• Ethics or Profit? 

Build knowledge 

After knowing the types of questions and topics for group discussion, candidates must be well prepared with the knowledge and relevant facts. Candidates are advised to prepare key content for various categories. Students must track the current events and go through common General Knowledge topics. The candidate must read the newspaper regularly to become well versed with the current events and note new vocabulary. Candidate’s while reading must try to form their own opinions on some of the major issues.  

Have clarity of thoughts and expression 

Candidates must practice making keynotes on certain topics within 5 minutes to have a clear way of expressing thoughts and expression. Candidates must listen to the topic carefully to present points. Take more mock GD and get it assessed by experts. One should not get rigid in its opinion. It is important to listen to other candidates as well. This contributes to leadership skills and is observed by the panelists. 

Important Qualities to Crack GD  

• Subject Knowledge 
• Presentation 
• Expression clarity 
• Managerial qualities 
• Communication Skills 
•  Use of appropriate verbal and non-verbal language 
• Time management 
• Good listener 

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What is a Personal Interview? 

The personal interview is conducted as one on one person I.e., candidates have to face the panelist and answer the questions for admission to B-shool. The panelist assesses the candidate’s ability on the basis of communication skills, confidence, verbal & non-verbal language, and so forth.  

How to Crack Personal Interview? 

Personal interviews can be more stressful than group discussions. The purpose of the personal interview is to assess the candidate’s personality traits. To ace the personal interview round candidates must note the important points: 

1. Dress well for the interview 
2. Don’t answer the question with incorrect knowledge, instead, reply ‘I don’t know’ politely. 
3. Be polite throughout the interview. panelist creates stressful situations to assess the candidate’s patience and stress management skills 
4. Candidates must minimise the opportunity cost. Try to play on strengths and drive the interview towards strength to establish confidence in yourself.  
5. Stay calm and answer the questions while taking time to give them a thought.  
6. Candidates must keep themselves updated with current events. 
7. Know your strengths and weaknesses. 
8. Candidates must know themselves and the reasons to join the programme. Try to relate the qualities with the programme one wants to pursue. 
9. Give logical propositions. Back your answers with logic which will help to persuade the panelist (s). 

Also Read: MBA PI Questions: How to Answer Why MBA Question? With Example

Personal Interview Questions 

Candidates can know some of the personal interview questions that have been asked by the aspirants in previous years. 

• Why do you wish to pursue MBA in (Specialisation)? 
• Tell us about yourself? 
• Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 
• What are your strengths and weaknesses? 
• What are your career goals? 
• Who is your role model? 
• Which has been the biggest challenge in your life and how do you tackle it? 
• What expectations do you have from the MBA programme? 
• Why should we select you? And how will you contribute to this institute? 
• Have you ever demonstrated leadership quality? If yes, then how? Give example 
• Which other B-schools have shortlisted you? 
• Questions pertaining to work experience (if any) 
• Questions on past academic qualifications 
• COIVD-19 related questions 
• Why do you want to take admission to IBS? 
• Questions related to candidate’s native place 
• Questions on extra-curricular activities 
• Questions on current events 

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