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Venue: IIM Lucknow | Date: April 10, 2024 | Morning Slot
Profile: 7/9/8 (NC-OBC) | Panelists: P1 (Female) and P2 (Male)
P1: “Your name is Khushahal. Does that mean you’re always ‘khush’ (happy)?”
Me: “I try to stay happy as much as possible.”
P1: “You received a call for PGP-ABM as well. Why didn’t you opt for the interview?”
Me: “I’ve always been focused on pursuing PGP because it aligns better with my long-term career aspirations. While PGP-ABM is a fantastic program, it isn’t in line with my goals.”
P1: “Tell me more about yourself.”
Me: I shared my background, how I transitioned from a Hindi-medium school to excelling in graduation, and how I decided to pursue an MBA.
P1: “What is clean transportation?”
Me: I gave a structured answer about clean transportation methods, focusing on reducing environmental impact through electric vehicles and alternative fuels.
P2: “What do you know about drone transportation? Give an example.”
Me: I spoke about how drones are revolutionizing logistics, especially in remote areas. I cited examples from India where drones have been used for delivering medical supplies.
P2: “Can you name any companies in this field?”
Me: Unfortunately, I didn’t know specific company names and admitted as much.
P2: “What is linear programming? Can you explain the Simplex Method?”
Me: I explained to the best of my ability but stumbled on certain points. He asked me to draw a graph, which I attempted, though I knew my explanation wasn’t flawless.
P2: “What subjects did you study in courses like 'XYZ' and 'ABC'?”
Me: Since I hadn’t revised those topics recently, I gave a general overview and admitted that I’d need to brush up on them.
P2: “Which subjects do you like most?”
Me: I shared a couple of subjects I enjoyed, but they didn’t dive deeper into that area.
P1: “Why would we select someone with no work experience over a candidate with industry exposure?”
Me: I emphasized the fresh perspective I could bring as a recent graduate, my adaptability, and my eagerness to learn from peers and professors.
P2: “How will you sustain yourself in IIM Lucknow’s rigorous environment, especially with case studies and terminologies that may require work experience?”
Me: I shared how I thrived during graduation despite my initial struggles with English and lack of exposure. I also highlighted my willingness to seek help from classmates, study ahead on unfamiliar topics, and make extra effort to excel.