Thursday, May 04, 2006
Making it through an IIM
AP wrote:
I am stuck on the list idea from the earlier post. So here are 2 lists:
At the IIM
On choosing a specialization:
"Some good news....I've cleared IIM!!
Could you please write an article which would help us make the best of our 2 years at a B School. Anything from "strategic guidance" to "daily operational tips" would be very helpful....I am a little anxious about the programme....how demanding can I expect it to be? I have heard some real horror stories....I don't have a clear idea about what I want to specialise in - marketing, finance, operations, i.t., etc....what are the things I should keep in mind while taking a decision... "
I am stuck on the list idea from the earlier post. So here are 2 lists:
At the IIM
- Things will be tough. To get an idea read "Snapshots from Hell".
- Get to know the people in your class. There is a lot of team work and the more people you know the more team-member options you have.
- Forget last-minute studying. Regular work is your best friend.
- Search the web for effective studying and note taking tips.
- Focus on the purpose of being there - to get a good job. Research your target employers (seniors, classmates, profs).
On choosing a specialization:
- Good news: all first year courses are mandatory. All choices are left for year 2.
- Look for a short internship before you hit the IIM if you have the time.
- Talk to the profs, seniors and classmates with work-ex to get a sense of the specialisations
- Use your summer internship - figure out if you like the work you are doing on not: elect or eliminate
- Use your summer internship - even your internship is in marketing, go talk to the guys in finance, hr, ops, etc to get a feel for the work.
- Use your courses to figure out what excites you and then choose your area.
- Don't be too narrowly focused, you will need finance, marketing, hr, ops, etc. skills in the future when you are CEO of GE.
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