GDPI Hot Seat
Answering the Trickiest Questions
- Quantifiers
- 17th January 2025
So, you’re sitting in the hot seat, facing a panel of interviewers. Your heart’s doing a drum solo, and your palms are sweating. It’s GDPI time, and you’re about to face some common GDPI questions. Fear not, future MBA superstar! We’re here to help you navigate this tricky terrain.
Decoding the Question Types:
GDPI questions can be broadly categorized into:
- About You: “Tell me about yourself,” “Why MBA?”, “What are your strengths and weaknesses?”
- Academics: Questions related to your undergraduate studies, projects, and areas of interest.
- Work Experience (if any): Questions about your roles, responsibilities, and key learnings.
- Current Affairs: Questions related to recent events, business news, and social issues.
- Situational Questions: Hypothetical scenarios designed to assess your problem-solving and decision-making skills.
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Answering Like a Pro:
- Be Honest and Authentic: Don’t try to be someone you’re not. Let your personality shine through.
- Structure Your Answers: Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to provide clear and concise responses.
- Back Up Your Claims: Don’t just state your strengths; provide examples to support them.
- Stay Calm and Composed: Even if you don’t know the answer to a question, stay calm and try to articulate your thoughts logically. It’s okay to say you don’t know something, but show a willingness to learn.
Examples of Common GDPI Questions and How to Tackle Them:
- “Tell me about yourself.” This is your elevator pitch. Briefly summarize your background, highlighting key achievements and aspirations. Focus on what is relevant to the MBA program.
- “Why MBA?” This is your chance to explain your motivations and how an MBA will help you achieve your career goals. Be specific and show that you’ve done your research.
- “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” Choose strengths that are relevant to the program and frame your weaknesses as areas for growth.
- “Why do you want to join this institute?” Talk about the institute’s unique strengths (faculty’s alumni, infrastructure, etc.) and show how their programs align with your goals.
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Remember, the key to answering common GDPI questions is preparation and practice. The more you practice, the more confident you’ll become.
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