XLRI HRM Interview Experience | MBA Admissions 2022

XLRI HR Interview 2:50 pm slot (Started on time)
GEF 2.5 years work ex in data analytics
Duration: 19 mins Panel: H3
P1 female 50ish years, P2 male 65ish years, P3 male video off, Me - M
P1: Hi, how are you?
M: I had a great workout today morning, so I feel energized. How are you, ma’am?
P1: Nice, I’m good. Where are you joining us from?
P1: Tell us about yourself
P1: Interesting! What are the female specific policies in your firm?
M: Mentioned 1, talked about maternity paid leaves & mentioned since I’m not married / pregnant I’m not sure about the details
P1: Okay then tell us something else
M: Mentioned another policy that is in talks, soon to be executed
P1: What will you do as a part of HR for females? You can tell no, if you can’t come up with anything.
M: Talked about women being multitaskers, might need an outlet to discuss their concerns about mental health, need for mental wellness programs
P1: Interrupted saying that pandemic has taken a toll on mental health of men too
M:Yes, ma’am. I can’t come up with anything right now.
P1: Alright.
P1: Why MBA at this stage?
M: Answered
P1: Why HR specifically?
M: Mentioned a HR role I performed in my firm
P1: Looked convinced
P2: What is the difference between recruitment and selection?
M: Explained the terms
P2: So is it the same?
M: Explained with an example
P2: Okay.
P3: You mentioned that you’ve trekked, talk about that experience.
M: Answered
P3: You also read fiction novels. Do you read Paulo Coelho.
M: I’m afraid not, Sir. My favorite authors are X,Y,Z.
P3: Okay, since you trek I thought you read Paulo Coelho.
M: Smiled.
P3: Why XLRI?
M: Mentioned how the mission of XL helps students, course structure of XL HR and how it will help me.
P2: What is the full form of XLRI? Are you sure? Do you want to change your answer?
P2: Looks like you’ve gone through our website in detail. What courses do we offer?
M: Mentioned the programs offered.
P2: No, elaborate HR courses.
M: Mentioned name of modules in HR and 1 HR elective and how it was niche.
P1: To be fair most of the modules you said aren’t core HR.
M: Yes, ma’am. XLRI HR is holistic and prepares students in other aspects as well. Mentioned elective again. (I honestly didn’t expect them to ask HR modules so I didn’t go through it)
P1: You mentioned a few BM modules. Yes, we do offer it in HR. But did you apply for BM? Did you get a call? Interview for BM got over? When is it? Let’s say you get both offers, what will you choose?
M: Smiling. Without any disrespect to the panel, I would choose BM.
P1: That’s alright, we respect our students’ decisions. Why should we choose you for HR?
M: Briefly reminded them of my HR experience. Mentioned why HR is important for a firm and my immediate next role at work, which I asked to get allocated to, is full on HR, since my current project is ending.
P1: Okay. Thank you for joining us.
M: Thank you for your time!