Just finished 4 courses this Fall term! Feels great. Did well in the tests. I am hoping to score A grades in some subjects. Have 1 more test left now. After that, I shall be done with this Fall term. This term was not as painful for me, since I did 4 courses and worked only during weekends. Secondly, I was better prepared this time, having been in the program for a while.
Very soon, the focus shall shift to job hunting. Next term (winter term), shall be ALL about job hunting. I am trying hard to find a job that I can start in January 2012, along with my courses. Am keeping fingers crossed.
I have not made a Video blogs lately. I have plans to make many video blogs soon with regards to MBA subjects. I shall talk about the fundamentals to give people a gist of the basic principles of MBA learning.
Will update this post with more info soon...
- Gerry.
This blog documents my MBA student life at Ryerson University, Canada (2010-2012). It was an attempt to demystify the MBA experience, help understand MBA topics & encourage MBA wannabes. I have a Pre-MBA blog about B-School application process (and a few other blogs) as well. I used to blog actively in the past and interact with readers regularly, but life got very busy after my MBA. Good luck. Take care. Cheers! Gerry.
Friday, December 9, 2011
Useful job interview tips for MBA students.
Here are some useful interview tips from a book:
Employers make their decisions based on 3 areas relevant to jobs:
1) Qualifications & skills
2) Experience & work background
3) Personality & character
In addition, what matter are:
* Your vision - for development.
* Your added value - what you have extra over other candidates.
The 10 qualities most in demand by employers:
- Fkexibility
- Helpful & caring attitude to others
- Supportive team member
- Keenness to take responsibility to organize people or projects
- Positive attitude in the face of difficulties or challenges
- Enthusiasm for work
- Ability to handle change
- Looking smart
- Continuous learning
- Good time-keeping
- You have to convince the employee that you have a lot to offer
- Convince that you are the right kind of person
- You have as good a chance as anybody else on day of interview
- Put yourself in employer's shoes
- Think of yourself, background & strengths
- Be prepared to give examples to justify claims you make
- Research the company
- Show enthusiam not fear in the interview
- At the same time, show enthusiasm, not excitement - during the interview
- Cover your weak spots. Maximize your strengths, not weaknesses.
- Develop a personal brand / image
- Make a good first impression
- Pay attention to appearance - clothing, grooming, hair, accessories, make up, behaviour, eye contact, posture, gesture, behaviour, confidence, (positive) mental attitude,
- Project yourself as an interesting and valuable person
- Smile
- Stay calm during interview. Do not show nervousness.
- Presentation: plan ideas, arrange material well, explain key points, present with clarity, make an impact, rehearse / practice, do not pack too much information, use visual aids, summarize, keep it simple and direct, enjoy yourself, use humour, make it a fun experience.
- About previous job - do not talk negatively. Do not be too critical.
- Be prepared for questions like - How could you have done things better in a previous job?
- Hobbies & interests. Favorite activity outside of work.
- Why should we hire you over others? - Prepare for this question very well.
- Your future career plans
- What is your style of work - as an individual & as a team member
- Why do you want this job?
- How do you handle difficult situations?
- Be yourself during interview. If they think you are a good fit for the culture of the company, they may hire you.
- Do market yourself well and boast about your skills and achievements. It is normal to do so.
- Speak normally. Do not show off by using complicated language.
- Take your time to answer.
- Apply to many job positions
- Stages: Planning, Preparation, Confidence & Follow up
- Project yourself as a fun & social person who would generate positive energy & enthusiasm if hired.
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