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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, students can take admission into the CET Trivandrum MBA programme without a valid CAT score. The college accepts admissions via three national and state-level entrance tests. These tests are CAT, CMAT, and KMAT. Students who did not score well in CAT or did not take it can seek admission via CMAT and KMAT.
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a month agoContributor-Level 6
Yes, you can apply for CAT. The main criteria of eligibility for CAT is graduation from a recognised university. So, whether the education mode is full-time or correspondence, if the university is recognised by the UGC, the candidates will be eligible to appear for the CAT exam.
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a month agoContributor-Level 6
CAT score is a national level test and is not accepted by B-Schools outside India. For pursuing MBA in foreign countries GMAT score is accepted. Indian B-Schools accept GMAT score for admitting foreign/NRI/PIO students.
CAT is also accepted for Executive MBA, PhD, FPM and other such management programmes in top colleges in India. Similarly, GMAT is also accepted for admission to domestic students in to Executive MBA and such programmes.
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a month agoContributor-Level 6
Having a good academic profile for IIM admission is very critical. The top 6 IIMs lay a lot of emphasis on Class 10 and Class 12 score for selection of candidates for WAT-PI round. The academic profile is evaluated again at the time of preparation of final merit list. It has been seen in the past that some candidates despite having 99+ percentile, were not selected for PI round due to low score in Class 12.
The academic profile is assessed for academic as well as gender diversity. Which means a candidate who studied Arts in Class 12 may be selected for PI with lower marks than a candidate who studied Science in Class 12.
Candidates aimin
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a month agoContributor-Level 6
CAT score is valid for one year at the IIMs and top B-Schools. In some tier 3 and government institutions, CAT score of previous two years are also acceptable. Many B-schools including IIMs have an option of deferment of admission, wherein you can confirm your admission and pay the nominal fee but join the batch in the next year. It is advised that candidates take admission in the same year as their CAT attempt so that they don't have to reappear next year. Given the competition in MBA space, it is difficult to get a good college whether you have a low score or average score. So, incase one is getting a good college, they should take a
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a month agoContributor-Level 6
In the last one month before the CAT exam, candidates must start focusing on the most important topics. These may include strong and weak areas. Practice sample questions from these topics and do not start any new topic. Here's what to do in the last month of CAT preparation:
· Attempt CAT mock tests regularly and anaylse your performance. Spend time on filling the gaps.
· Practice time management through time bound practice sessions and mock tests
· Attend online study groups for problem solving and doubt clearing sessions.
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology offers a large diversity of courses to students in Management field. Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology admissions are held on the basis of entrance tests. Students seeking course admissions must clear their previous qualifying examination and appear for any of the prescribed entrance exams such as KMAT Kerala, CMAT, among others. Students can visit the official website to learn more regarding the course-wise eligibility and specialisation details.
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Saintgits Institute of Management offers a large diversity of courses to students in Management field. Saintgits Institute of Management admissions are held on the basis of entrance tests. Students seeking course admissions must clear their previous qualifying examination and appear for any of the prescribed entrance exams such as KMAT Kerala, CAT, CMAT, among others. Students can visit the official website to learn more regarding the course-wise eligibility and specialisation details.
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Farook Institute of Management Studies provides various programmes and specialisations to students. For obtaining Farook Institute of Management Studies admission, candidates are required to appear for the prescribed entrance tests. Students can visit the official website of the Farook Institute of Management Studies to learn more regarding the eligibility details for their preferred course choice. Accepted exams include CMAT, KMAT Kerala, and CAT.
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon offers a large diversity of courses to students in Management field. Great Lakes Gurgaon admissions are held on the basis of entrance tests. Students seeking course admissions must clear their previous qualifying examination and appear for any of the prescribed entrance exams such as XAT, CAT, NMAT, among others. Students can visit the official website to learn more regarding the course-wise eligibility and specialisation details.
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