PI

The admission of students to the JLU Bhopal MCA programme is conducted on two basis, merit obtained in the qualifying examination and students performance in the personal interview round. In order to prepare for the PI round, students must revise the fundamentals of Computer Applications. Other than academics, students are also evaluated based on their interpersonal skills. Listed below are some of the common questions asked during PIs:

• Tell me about yourself
• Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership
• Describe a time when you had to overcome hardship
• What have you done to improve your skills and knowledge in the last year?

To know more, check out this blog on PI Preparation.

For admission to PGDM courses, the Jaipuria Institute of Management Indore conducts an interview process. All the applicants who fulfill the eligibility criteria and have good academic backgrounds are invited for the PI round. During interviews for PGDM courses, students are generally questioned about their past work experience, domain knowledge, etc. Mentioned below are some of the common questions asked during PIs

• What have you learnt from your mistakes on the last job?
• What have you done to improve your skills and knowledge in the last year?
• Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership
• Describe a time when you had to overcome hardship

Eligibility to appear in the Personal Interaction (PI) Round for Symbiosis Law School (SLS) after the Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT) is based on certain criteria:

1. SLAT Score-Based Shortlisting

Candidates must appear for the SLAT exam conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed University).
Only candidates who score above the cutoff set by each Symbiosis Law School campus are shortlisted for the next stages of the selection process. The cutoff marks vary depending on:
Campus (Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, or Nagpur)
Program (BA LLB or BBA LLB)

2. Merit-Based Selection for PI

Based on the SLAT score, shortlisted candidates receive invitations to participate in the Personal Interaction (PI) and Writing Ability Test (WAT).
The number of shortlisted candidates depends on the availability of seats and performance trends for the year.

3. Registration for Counselling/PI-WAT

Shortlisted candidates must register on the official website of the respective Symbiosis Law School campus to participate in the PI round.
Payment of a counselling or PI-WAT fee is required to confirm participation.
Summary of Steps
Appear for SLAT
Score above the campus-specific cutoff
Receive and accept the PI-WAT call
Complete registration for the PI round
Thus, eligibility hinges on a combination of SLAT performance and timely registration for the PI process.

Questions asked in the Personal Interview (PI) of PGDM in Finance is similar to MBA in Finance which include:

1. Tell me about yourself
2. Why did you choose finance as your specialisation in PGDM?
3. What do you know about our company and its financial operations?
4. How do you stay updated with the latest financial trends and news?
5. Can you explain the concept of working capital?
6. What is the importance of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) in an organization?
7. How would you handle a situation where a project you were managing goes over budget?
8. Give an example of a time when you had to analyze financial data to make a recommendation.
9. How do you prioritize financial tasks when you have multiple deadlines to meet?
10. Where do you see yourself in your finance career five years from now?
11. MBA finance interview questions and answers
12. What is your understanding of financial risk management?
13. Can you explain the concept of ROI (Return on Investment)?
14. How do you stay updated with financial market trends and news?
15. Describe a situation where you had to make a tough financial decision.
16. How do you handle tight deadlines and high-pressure situations in finance?
17. What do you think are the biggest challenges in the finance industry today?
18. How do you approach financial analysis to make investment recommendations?
19. Where do you see yourself in your finance career in the next five years?
20. How do you handle financial data confidentiality and ethical considerations in your work?
21. Can you provide an example of a successful financial project or initiative you were involved in?

Preparing for Group Discussions (GDs) and Personal Interviews (PIs) for an MBA in Agribusiness involves a mix of subject knowledge, communication skills, and general awareness. Here are some tips:

• Stay Informed: Stay informed about current events, agricultural policies, market trends and sustainable farming practices.
• Practice Speaking: Participate in discussions with peers or forums to enhance your ability to articulate, clarify and express your opinions confidently.
• Know Your Resume: Be prepared to discuss your academic background, work experience, achievements and your motivation for pursuing an MBA in Agribusiness.
• Understand the Industry: Demonstrate your knowledge of the agricultural sector including its challenges, opportunities and how an MBA can help address these issues.
• Be Ready for Case Studies: Engage in solving case studies related to agribusiness to demonstrate your analytical and problem-solving abilities.

ASET Noida conducts a Personal Interview round to evaluate shortlisted candidates based on various parameters such as general knowledge, business acumen, critical thinking, problem-solving, and more. To perform well, students can follow the below-mentioned tips:

1. Focus on Communication Skills: Students must display excellent communication skills and also pay attention to their non-verbal cues.

2. Brush up GK: One of the important qualities a good MBA candidate should possess is awareness of the world. Generally, MBA candidates are questioned about the economic and business environment.

3. Remain Positive: During the PI, interviewers ask tricky questions to test students' quick thinking and problem-solving skills. In tricky situations, students must remember to stay positive.