When thousands of
eager students join college courses each year after successful schooling, they
begin to dream. Particularly it is the professional courses that attract the
best students who have an exceptional chance of success. It is the lucky
students who succeed at campus placements but it is a complex journey. Besides
the innate dynamic potential that is crucial, the outstanding faculty and the
corporate connections of the institution have important roles to play. It is a
dream career that waits for the meritorious students who would start smooth
sailing early in life with a plush job. Yet, certain techniques and strategies,
approaches and commitments would improve the chances of success.
Start preparations
early
Not only does it
apply to examinations but to interviews also. A majority of students prepare
intensely only at the last moment, perhaps a few days in advance and chances of
success are greatly reduced. Start a survey of the professional set up and the
number of vacancies, company history in the locality and the possibilities of
future prospects. Besides the wealth of information nowadays available over the
internet, seniors, teachers and industry leaders would provide valid material
that is specifically related to the sector you wish to enter. Carefully
consider the areas of specialization that you have opted for and aim
accordingly since that is your expertise that would fetch rich rewards.
Besides, in Rome, learn to do like the Romans.
Which companies are
likely to visit your campus in search of good managers? Research those company
histories and culture, organization structure, and pay packages and philosophy.
Common questions
asked at interviews
Now get more and
more specific by targeting what questions are usually asked in such interviews.
Much of it would be subject related of course and you need to keep up to date
with recent media news besides the highlights of the particular subject.
Googling would certainly provide access not only to question papers but the
trends in interviews would also be understood.
Favorites are often
asked in interviews, whether it is a subject or lesson, country, celebrity or
organization. Prepare accordingly but be prepared to answer some searching
questions on the theme. Let it be something genuinely liked and not something
prepared which would appear quite artificial. If it is Rural Management, what
are the crucial issues and why do you like it.
Practice the
written and spoken English skills
A crucial reason
that some succeed and some don’t at interviews is the critical question of
communication in English. If that is your weakness, go out of the way to get
involved in language learning activities. Reading is essential to get at all the
general information but don’t forget to practice speaking aloud. Grab
opportunities to express through speech. You have to speak aloud without fear
of mistakes. Many foreign students who are weak at English suffer from similar
problems. Unless you dive into the water, it is not possible to swim.
Participating in
the wide networks of social media does help to open up. Participate in group
discussions and gossip a little more. Use all the languages you know to
communicate. Express through images, art, quotations, whatever.
Written tests and
essay type or aptitude tests, multiple choice etc
Preparing a CV,
written tests of several kinds and screening are common procedures adopted at
campus placements. Those should not be a problem since you are well-versed at
it after maybe 15 or 18 years of school plus college years. Some practice may
help with previous question papers according to the nature of the tests
expected. Be careful when it comes to writing and always express positive
approaches to life, highlighting what is good rather than looking at the dark
side of life.
Avoid overdoing
things
During interviews,
do not behave as if you know everything, avoid hurry in speaking and shun
serious facial expressions. Adopt a cheerful and friendly attitude with a
smile. Avoid falsifying any information and be sure to be punctual according to
the time set for the interview. Follow the accepted dress code and try to be
conventional. Don’t forget to attract attention to some unique project or
activity that you have undertaken if given an opportunity. Prepare for such a chance.
You should try to convince that you are willing to run the extra mile for the
company if selected.
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