The interview is the excitement of entering your dream job, entering the professional world, meeting new people, learning skills and knowledge, and completing your academics. Sometimes, the interview process can be challenging for students to enter the corporate world and enhance their professional careers as freshers.
Let’s discuss the interview process and guide you with several tips to help you with your first job after the post-graduate diploma in management.
Tips to Prepare for the Interview: -
Preparing for PGDM interview questions during the placement and practising your responses is crucial for getting a job opportunity after the completion of a PGDM degree.
Properly Research the company and industry: - Proper research the industry and the particular company. Understand their mission, vision, values, Research & Development, and offer services and recent developments in the company, you can also talk about the company’s culture and goals.
Build a Strong Resume: - Interviewers expected questions based on your resume. Be confident to elaborate on your educational background, summer internship projects, your experience and extracurricular activities.
Know the common interview questions: - You are aware of common interview questions, such as
· Tell me about yourself
· Why did you choose this industry
· What are your strengths and weaknesses
· Share the moment when you faced a challenge and how to solve it
· Where do you go after 5 years?
· Why should we hire you?
· What are your salary expectations?
· Do you have any questions?
Use the STAR method: - When you are in the interview room use the STAR method for situation, task, action and result. Elaborate situation, talk about day-to-day roles and responsibilities, the actions you took, and the positive results or lessons you learned.
Mock interviews: - Mock interviews were conducted with a mentor and counsellor. The mock interview will help you enhance your skills, gain interview experience and provide feedback on your responses, body language and overall performance.
Prepare questions for the interviewer: - Many interviews wrap up with an opportunity for you to ask “Do you have any Questions” about the company, team, position and work role to show your interest and sincerity for the job.
Preparing common interview questions for placements is an essential part of your job search strategy. It helps you to stand out with your qualifications and enhance your confidence during the interview. By spending your time and efforts on interview preparation, you can increase your chances of getting an ideal job and being placed in a reputable company.
What do Interviewers notice during the interview process: -
· Qualifications and Skills
· Cultural Fit
· Communication skills
· Problem-solving and Critical thinking
· Teamwork and Collaboration
· Appearance and Attire
· Body Language
· Enthusiasm and Motivation
· Technical knowledge
Highlight your skills during the interview: -
When you are preparing for a job interview after completing a PGDM degree, it’s essential to highlight your academics, skills, and experience gained through internships and projects.
· Show your leadership skills, problem-solving skills
· Use the STAR method
· Highlights your achievements, problem-solving skills,
· Focus on soft and hard skills
· Highlights Analytical skills
· Express your enthusiasm
· Be Confident
Conclusion: -
Final placement for PGDM students can be challenging and rewarding as well. By following these top interview tips, there is are high chances of securing your position in a reputable company and choosing your career in the right path. During the interview process, you can be shown your skills and achievements and enhance your strengths confidently.
ISMS TBS is a great choice for those who want to pursue a PGDM program and start their own startup. ISMS TBS offer interview sessions, preparation of mock interviews, Personal interviews, and Group discussions. ISMS TBS teachers are very helpful to their students, which is very helpful for students and offers clear guidance throughout the whole interview process.
