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The Economic Impact of India Being Declared A 'Developed Nation' | Important GD-PI-WAT Topic

The Economic Impact of India Being Declared A 'Developed Nation' | Important GD-PI-WAT Topic

While the interview processes for various business schools may be different, what interview panels are looking for in a candidate is nearly identical - academic prowess, high EQ, and strong general awareness. The ideal candidate must have the knowledge and keen interest in what’s happening in India and across the world. So, what all happened since the start of 2020? There was the US-Iran conflict, US-China trade war, and the threat of coronavirus.

Poonam Das
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To Take A Gap Or Not | A CAT Taker's Conundrum

To Take A Gap Or Not | A CAT Taker's Conundrum

Why do people take a gap year? One of the most obvious reasons for an MBA aspirant would be prep. However, a ‘gap year’ is also a double-edged sword. For some, a gap year can mean “intense prep that bears fruitful results”, for others it could be “a year missed and full for regrets”. So, what do you do? Should you take a gap year or not? And most importantly, are you ready to take a gap? Get your answers here. In this article, we bring you interesting stories and tips that would help you make an informed decision about ‘gap year’.  

Poonam Das
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Interact With XLRI Students | Live Webinar

Interact With XLRI Students | Live Webinar

We're hosting a live webinar on 03-03-20 at 8:00 PM to interact with you all! Shoot your queries regarding the interview process at XLRI, life at XL and interview tips in general. We'll happy to answer them.

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Taking CAT Again | How To Mentally Prepare Yourself

Taking CAT Again | How To Mentally Prepare Yourself

People take the CAT again for numerous reasons. Some take it because they didn’t get the score they wanted. Some perform well but still don’t get a call from the b school they desire, and then there are those who get a shortlist call from the school they desire but don’t clear the GD-PI-WAT round. There are more than 2 lakh aspirants who give CAT every year, so there is a big chance that you may not be able to clear it in your first go. Take this attempt as a learning experience and perform great next time. However, you can’t go in with the same prep you went with the last time, as it will significantly differ from a fresher. This time, you need to do a mental prep in order to motivate yourself at times when you start doubting yourself. For that check this article out. It has tips that can help you with the best preparation strategy.

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How To Make You Profile Stronger For MBA 2021?

How To Make You Profile Stronger For MBA 2021?

MBA admissions are not just about scoring great in entrance exams. Maintaining a good profile is also important if you want to get into the b-school (and later company) of your choice. If you want to build a strong profile for MBA admissions, focus on not just creating one but also trying to fill gaps in the existing profile. Management colleges today, assess everything. Specifically, achievements that are beyond academics. If you are someone who has taken CAT 2020, scored well but still not get a shortlist call or aspirant who wants to sit for CAT 2021, this article might be of great help. 

Poonam Das
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