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What are the criteria for ISB Hyderabad after a BBA?
No matter what program you have pursued before your MBA, the selection process for the PGP Program is very rigorous. ISB Hyderabad takes into consideration various factors like
- Academic: This is the major criterion for admission. It includes GMAT scores, graduation marks, and class 12 marks. You are assessed on your capability to handle the rigor and face tough competition. There is no minimum percentage or GMAT cut off but one is expected to score above-average marks in order to get shortlisted for admission. GMAT score should preferably be 700+.
- Work experience: ISB Hyderabad requires a minimum of 2 years of work experience. However more than the experience it considers your achievement and the responsibilities you handled in your company.
- Personal attribute: ISB Hyderabad focuses a lot on one’s personal attributes like contributions to society, extracurricular background, personal interests, and involvement in sports. These diversity factors in your profile are like the cherry on the cake.
Currently, the ISB Hyderabad’s PGP program is considered the best in the country. The world-class infrastructural facilities combined with excellent placement scenarios make it some of the most coveted B Schools in the country.
I currently have a salary of 25L as a product manager. Is it worth it doing an MBA further at ISB, Hyderabad or in US universities? I want to do entrepreneurship, and a MBA for networking
Since your main goal is to grow a stronger network, considering US universities is of no use. However, if you are okay with developing international networks US universities are a viable option.
Comparing ISB Hyderabad with a US university is a lengthy discussion. Your choice should depend on whether you are planning to settle abroad or settle within India. If your ultimate goal is settling abroad, US universities should be your only option.
If we compare the pay structure, the average package offered at ISB Hyderabad is nearly the same as your current salary whereas US universities offer 7 times better salaries.
Both options require a lot of effort from the initial stage. To get into either, you need a spectacular profile and an impactful application strategy.
What is the criteria to get admission into ISB Hyderabad?
ISB Hyderabad PGP program eligibility criteria is as follows
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline
- Valid GMAT / GRE score
- At least 2 years of full-time work experience TOEFL / IELTS / PTE score (only if the language of instruction at your undergraduate study level is not English)
Any candidate who fulfills the above criteria is eligible to apply for admission in ISB Hyderabad. The main purpose of the academic evaluation is to ensure the student will be able to cope with the rigorous curriculum of the program. The no-cutoff criteria help generalize the evaluation. Apart from GMAT scores, 12 marks and graduation marks are also taken into consideration.
However, getting admission at ISB Hyderabad does not solely depend on your academic score. There are many other parameters that are considered. Some of them include
Leadership skills: The candidate’s leadership skills are evaluated through their impact and achievements in their professional and work life. This is assessed through the responsibilities they had undertaken and their career progression.
Diversity: ISB Hyderabad lays great emphasis on the diversity factory. It aims to invite people from various walks who with their diverse perspectives can impact society positively. The personal attributes of the candidate are evaluated through his extracurricular background or other personal interests. Diversity in every aspect like work experience, educational background, and nationality is considered for admission to the PGP program at ISB Hyderabad.
Getting admission at a B School is just like marketing yourself for sale. You need to present yourself as brightly as you can. The best way to increase your chances of admission is to write impactful essays.
Do you need coaching for GMAT or one can excel it with self study for admission in India (ISB Hyderabad and other top colleges)?
I do agree that coaching makes the preparation journey a whole lot easier and smooth. It's a necessity in case you come from a non-Engineering or non-Mathematics background. Moreover the GMAT exam is all about the strategic approach at which the coaching institutes excel at. Their easy yet effective teaching methodology saves your time and reduces your stress considerably.
One of my friends with a non-engineering/non-mathematics background got offers from 3 International B Schools. However he was prepared for GMAT only after his office hours and yet got the offers. Still he claims that the stress and time invested would have been considerably less had he joined a coaching Institute.
Since you are targeting the top B Schools let me tell you that GMAT is just a stepping stone. Your application is a much more impactful criteria as it comprises your career and MBA essays.
Whatever route you choose, remember persistence is the only way you will get through.
Is it necessary to be sponsored by the company to get enrolled in CBA (Certificate program in business analytics) offered by ISB Hyderabad?
No, it’s not necessarily sponsored by your company in order to get enrolled in the Certificate Program in Business Analytics offered by IBS Hyderabad. In case you are not sponsored, all you have to do is finance the program on your own. So the issue lies in financing and not getting a sponsorship.
However, you might need your company's approval for pursuing the course as the course requires 6 visits (once in 2 months). These visits last for 5 days so you have to take frequent leaves from your company. If you are confident that taking such leaves won’t be an issue you can get away with an approval. However if taking such leaves becomes an issue, you should inform your company regarding the program beforehand so that they can easily grant you the necessary permission.
THE CBA program in ISB Hyderabad just requires the salary slip of the last two months as proof of your employment. They do ask for the No-Objection letter from the company but if anyone fails to produce it, it’s not a big issue.
Which MBA is better, an online MBA from the University of Bradford for £17000 or a part time MBA (PGP Pro) from ISB, Hyderabad at double the price?
Whenever you are in a dilemma of choosing an MBA program you need to consider 2 very important things.
- MBA does not just mean learning the curriculum, it has a higher picture that includes; the tag attached, the alumni network you get access to, etc
- Another major thing to consider is the cost-benefit analysis. Will the high fees you spend bring back favorable results?
Once you have done this basic analysis, go on and choose an MBA program that suits your needs best.
Your question is regarding an online MBA from the University of Bradford. One thing you need to know is that no matter how good the university is, an online MBA is not as impactful as an offline MBA. The lack of contact hours, peer learning, and the network does not do justice to the MBA program.
ISB Hyderabad on the other hand is a recognized brand and its global rankings are a testament to its worth and brand. ISB is ranked 44th best program in the list of top 100 global MBAs (FT Rankings). Not many MBA programs can match that level let alone online programs.
The most important thing to consider is the cost analysis benefit and the quality of learning rendered by both programs.
Does ISB Hyderabad accept final years for the YLP program, or only pre-final years?
Yes, ISB Hyderabad accepts final-year students for the YLP program. This program is also known as the Deferred program.
Like any other admission, this program also grants access to the MBA program. The only exception is that this admission is granted 2 years in advance. So it’s suitable for students who are still in college. The reason for giving 2 years time is to make sure that the students work and gain experience for 2 years. Only then will he be officially eligible for the ISB Hyderabad MBA program.
Eligibility
Anyone who is in their final year of study can apply for this program. These include
- Candidates from bachelor's degree programs
- Candidates from joint bachelor/graduate degree programs
- Candidates from graduate degree programs who have not held a full-time work position.
Admission Process
The admission process for the YLP program requires the candidate to have
- GMAT/GRE score
- IELTS/ TOEFL (only in case your native language is not English)
- 2 Letters of Recommendation (1 from an academic instructor and 1 from your employer)
- Your current updated resume
- Statement of Purpose
The candidates who are successfully screened through the above process are invited for a personal interview that is either offline or online via Skype. Once you complete both rounds successfully, you are granted pre-admission to ISB Hyderabad.
Why are IIMs more popular than ISB Hyderabad among Indian households?
There are many major reasons why ISB Hyderabad is not as popular as IIMs among Indian households. Some of them include
- ISB Hyderabad is a private non-AICTE affiliated institute that functions under a totally different model.
- Owing to its hefty fees(around 30+ Lakhs), it's almost inaccessible to an average Indian.
- The batch size is huge becoming a major obstacle during placements
- The 1-year program fails to provide in-depth exposure and is just a source of Certificates and a brand tag.
- It does not provide International placements to the majority of students who do not belong to the elite class.
All these reasons are strong enough to persuade one against joining ISB Hyderabad and is thus not much popular among Indian households.
The reason why IIMs are popular in contrast to ISB Hyderabad are
- Provided jobs similar in nature to the ones provided by ISB Hyderabad at a much lower fees.
- The 2 year MBA program provides an in-depth exposure to the curriculum in contrast to the 1 year program at ISB Hyderabad
So all this makes IIMs much popular in India despite ISB Hyderabad global rankings.
What are initiatives I need to take to get into ISB Hyderabad?
ISB Hyderabad admission is highly influenced by the uniqueness of one’s profile. When we talk about the profile, the first thing that comes to anyone’s mind is high marks. But grades are not sufficient unless you topped the CA exam or the IIT JEE. Your IT background does give you a slight edge over other candidates. However, the main focus should be on including something in your profile that makes you stand out from the crowd. Something that forces the selection committee to choose you over others. Being a national champion in any sport can do wonders for your profile. Another option is adding your skills in music, arts, or design.
Now let’s talk about the basic requirements like work experience and GMAT score. Based on your work experience, you should have a certain level of clarity of goals as to why you are pursuing an MBA at this point in your life. An excellent GMAT is always the best option for upgrading your profile. Another criterion that ISB Hyderabad considers is diversity. A female with non-engineering or non-CA background has better chances. The last and the most impactful criterion is your personal essay which defines you. It should be honestly written by you only and should be able to influence the readers considerably.
What are the good courses at ISB Hyderabad for a mechanical engineer?
Your question is vague as everyone has a different definition of a good course. One may prefer a rigorous course while others may prefer a laid-back course. However, because the courses you are asking about are from ISB Hyderabad there is a certain level of credibility to them. It’s a general assumption that an Institute as reputed as ISB Hyderabad offers the best courses in every field.
But then again a course with a good curriculum cannot necessarily be good unless it matches your inclinations and career prospects.
The most popular courses offered at ISB Hyderabad include PGP & PGPX courses, which are almost equivalent to MBA. There are a variety of other courses which can be chosen according to your own preferences. For detailed information contact alumni or check the university’s official website.
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