Date: 01/02/2025

Extempore Session

Topic:
“Make in India concerning the tech sector.”

Overview:

• We were given a topic to speak on immediately.
• I presented my thoughts on how “Make in India” is transforming the tech sector, emphasizing innovation, government initiatives, and the growing startup ecosystem.
• The session was concise, and I tried to incorporate both technical aspects and broader policy implications in my speech.

Personal Interview (PI) Session

After the Extempore, I proceeded to the PI session. The panel consisted of two members:

• F1: A professor in her 40s.
• F2: An alumni, also in her 40s.

Transcript Snapshot:

• F1: “So, what are you doing these days?”
• Me: “I’m currently in the final semester of my engineering program, focusing on my capstone project.”
• F1 (joking): “Capstone projects can be hectic, can’t they? By the way, how many members are there in your team?”
• Me: (I replied with the number of team members and briefly described our project structure.)
• F1: “Tell me a bit about your academic background.”
• Me: (I provided an overview of my engineering studies and any relevant accomplishments.)
• F1: “Since you’ve lived in different cities, what was the biggest challenge you faced?”
• Me: (I described a significant challenge and how it helped me grow.)
• F1: “So, what do you plan to do in your MBA? Which field do you see yourself in?”
• Me: “I’m leaning towards HR or Operations, as I believe my strengths in [insert specific skills or experiences] will help me excel in these areas.”
• F2: “Why did you choose an MBA from Bimtech?”
• Me: (I explained my motivation and how I see Bimtech’s program aligning with my career goals.)
• F2: “Let’s talk politics a bit – do you think a ‘Trump 2.0’ scenario would be good for India?”
• Me: (I shared my perspective, balancing political insights with economic and social impacts.)
• F2: “What’s your take on recent developments in the cybersecurity sector, and how can your technical background contribute to the company you join in the future?”
• Me: (I discussed the importance of cybersecurity advancements and linked my technical skills to potential contributions in a corporate setting.)
• F1: “Why not opt for a government job instead of the corporate route?”
• Me: (I clarified my reasons for preferring the corporate sector over government roles, emphasizing career growth and personal interests.)
• F1 & F2: (We then discussed recent deep tech and AI events, sharing views on how these innovations are shaping the future.)
• F2: “What are your expectations regarding the budget in the current scenario?”
• Me: (I provided my thoughts on fiscal policies, emphasizing support for technological innovation and infrastructure development.)

Closing:
The interview wrapped up on a positive note, with both panellists being very chill and engaging rather than grilling. Overall, the PI lasted for about 23 minutes.