Is it a right decision to join 18 months CAT coaching preparation after my graduation without doing any job?
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Hello! Yes, you can take a gap after graduation to prepare for CAT(many freshers prefer it every year); nothing wrong with it. However, it will be better if you do something productive during this gap time(e.g. internship, certification courses, etc) which will highlight your interest in your desired MBA field. The reason for this is, CAT preparation normally takes around 3-4 hours on a daily basis only. And you might be asked about what else you did apart from preparing for CAT and/or other exams, during the PI round. And, of course, it will also help in building up your resume; giving you an edge over the other freshers during the hi...more
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