Summers 2010 Seniors Say: Its not a race and its definitely not the end of the world. Keep your cool and you will get through.

Placements in HR: 2009-10 Stipend range: Rs. 5000/- to Rs. 10,000/- Recruiters On Campus Cummins India Limited Aditya Birla group Asian Paints, Essar Genpact , Spykar, Omega BMI, Open Spaces Consulting Mahindra Religare

Types Of Project Research Based. (formulate research papers). Survey based (conduct surveys for the company). On the floor projects (Create Job Descriptions/Induction process etc.).

Group discussion with other candidates from other Specializations. Process Group discussion with other candidates from other Specializations. Short-listing of CV’s. Final Interview.

Group Discussion Topics are like: Other pointer: 3 things u would change @ NMiMS. Money cant buy everything Other pointer: Its fine if u enter the GD late Make sure your point is heard when u speak Appear to listen intently Sit straight, Don’t fumble or shake your legs Don’t make the summarizing point a new point. Once a person has summarized, just shut up and end the discussion.

Types OF INTERVIEW Structured interview Unstructured interview Situational interview Behavioral interview Job Related interview Stress interviews Panel interviews Sequential interviews Group interviews

Interview tips Sit relaxed but straight They are looking for: Clarity in thoughts Confidence Basic knowledge/ general awareness Willingness to work Communication skills Don’t fake your answers or do guess work. Its ok to say “ I don’t know this /I am not aware of this”

Questions that may be asked Tell us something about Yourself Don’t tell them your name or what’s written in the CV. Talk about your learning from the past achievements and failures. Tell them something interesting about you. How has been your day so far. Don’t end up by just saying “ Its been good”. What brings you here/Why Our company Its important to know about the company.

Interviewer may ask Educational Background Don’t regret what you have done in the past Share your learning or a key experience Why Marketing/Finance/HR/OPS/IT? Make a decision and a strong reasoning Favorite subject Be ready with basics (important models and application)

Other typical Questions Strength and weakness Show proofs of these in any situation handled by you. Be smart while presenting weakness (something that doesn’t affect your work and something that’s workable) Prepare examples of situations to address your leadership skills/managing skills/a radical change in your outlook etc. Academic projects: Be sure of what has been analyzed Be sure of what role you have played.

Questions continued What are your expectations from this project? Make sure you are aware of the company: Products and brands under it And news headlines related to it One should look at companies website Project profile/ company presentation if it has been given Give us One reason Why we should hire you? Why Do you think you stand apart? Any question that you would like to ask us?

Work ex related: What was your job profile? Your biggest contribution or your biggest learning. Is there anything you think that could have been done better? Explain the business process of your company/ your client. Be aware of what has been going on with your past company. What did you enjoy most or like least about your last job?

Bare Essentials Dress up right. Start reading newspapers. Rehearse the interview in your head before you go for it. Don’t use up a seat when you don’t intend to pursue it in the future. Some other deserving student could have got it. Make a decision what field you will pursue in second year. Life will be a lot easier.

Thank YOU !!!! Any Questions?????