What interview questions should I prepare for when applying to the ISB MBA?

TL;DR 

• The Indian School of Business MBA ranks among the top global MBAs and offers one of the world’s highest MBA salary boosts, but the admissions process is competitive 
• ISB MBA interviews examine your work and academic history, motivations, and self-awareness, led by an alumni panel 
• The interview is a crucial part of admissions and strong preparation, school research, and clear career goals are essential

If you're searching for a top business school in India to study an MBA degree and boost your career prospects, the Indian School of Business (ISB) is an option well worth your consideration.

Ranked among the 50 best business schools in the world by the Financial Times, the ISB MBA is also the most prolific MBA in the world when it comes to helping students increase their earning potential—the average student increases their salary by more than 245% between enrolling and leaving a program. 

The school's significant pedigree means that enrolling is a competitive affair. Standing out during the ISB MBA admissions process requires you to demonstrate a diverse skill set, a creative mind, and a proficiency when it comes to those all-important test scores. 

Of course, once you make it through the initial ISB MBA admissions process, there's also the matter of your interview. Excelling in your interview can go a long way to helping secure your place on the ISB MBA. 

So, what does it take to achieve success during an ISB MBA interview? To find out, we caught up with Amit Tyagi, senior associate director at ISB. 

ISB MBA interview questions: What to know? 

What is the MBA interview format at ISB?  

Interviews are primarily in person, however, there is an opportunity for candidates in remote locations or those who are not able to attend in person to opt for online interviews. Candidates are interviewed by a panel of alumni. Only those candidates who meet the thresholds for a minimum profile score are called for the interviews. 

What is the weight of the interview in the overall admissions process at ISB? 

The weight of the interview in the overall admissions process is confidential, however, it forms a significant portion of the overall process along with other parameters.  

What questions should candidates expect in their ISB school admission interview?   

In the interview, the panel will ask in-depth questions on the information provided by the candidates in the application on their work history, academics and experiences that they bring to the table.  

What are three interview tips you would give an applicant? 

Show self-awareness about yourself and your skill sets 

Be clear about your aspirants and motivations to do an MBA 

Show your interest in the school by asking relevant questions at the end of the interview.  

What are the best ways to prepare for an ISB admission interview? 

Do your research on various aspects of the school through various channels such as social media, and website, interacting with current students and alumni, participating in webinars and in-person interactions. Practice your narrative through mock interviews with your peers or seniors. 

 What should you not do in an ISB MBA interview?  

ISB interview is an important part of the candidate evaluation process. One thing that the candidate should not do is to take the interview component lightly. For most candidates, the interview could be a key deciding factor in getting accepted at ISB.