| Q.Dear sir, exactly how much I need to study each day to score well in CAT and to what extent communication skills are important to get in IIMs as I lack good communication skills?(Abhi - Delhi) |
A.Communication skills are important at the GD/ interview stage. If you are weak in this, I suggest you go through my book, ‘An Introduction to CAT-Tips from an IIM Alumnus’ carefully. It can be purchased from: http://www.pearsoned.co.in/web/books/9788131733400_An-Introduction-to-the-CAT_Sidharth-Balakrishna.aspx or from leading retail shops. My book provides you clear tips on how to go about GDs and Interviews, what kind of questions/ topics you get, what your answer can be etc
You should put in at least 3-4 hours now every day for CAT.( Answered by Mr.Sidharth Balakrishna, Author & IIM C Alumnus )
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| Q.Dear sir, I want to know that I should pursue MBA in which specialization (Finance/Marketing/ HR / IT or something else), as I prefer to get placed in any of the software sector companies as I am BE from CS. Doing an MBA in which of the sector would be best profitable for me in terms of salary packages and my overall development?(Prashant - Bangalore) |
A.: It will be profitable if you make it to a good, top-notch institute. Just getting a degree may not help; it must be from a good institute. Evaluate the quality of institute carefully; and more information on how to do this is given in my book. Link to its site, from where it can be purchased is:
http://www.pearsoned.co.in/web/books/9788131733400_An-Introduction-to-the-CAT_Sidharth-Balakrishna.aspx or from leading retail shops.( Answered by Mr. Sidharth Balakrishna, Author & IIM C Alumnus)
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| Q.Dear Sir, I am an engineering professional with 10+ years of experience. I would like to acquire an MBA degree through distance learning. Can you suggest some good options?(JK - Mumbai) |
A.Distance learning is a mixed bag, and may or may not help you. Some of the IIMs, SP Jain, Symbiosis etc offer such programs for executives/ distance courses.(Answered by Mr. Sidharth Balakrishna, Author & IIM C Alumnus)
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| Q.Dear sir, I am in my 3rd year of my B.Tech(Mechanical).I want to take CAT2010.Will there be any problem for me at the time of exam this year? Will there be a problem for admissions in IIMs’ if I take CAT 2011?(Abhijith - Guntur) |
A.You should only take CAT if you are in your final year of Graduation-or as per the terms and conditions in the prospectus. Not adhering to these terms, could be a risk and may result in penalties. Please have a look at the prospectus for the terms and conditions-varies from institute to institute.( Answered by Mr.Sidharth Balakrishna, Autor & IIM C alumnus)
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