Is only CAT exam percentile required or a good academic background to get selected in a good MBA college?

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Asked by Sai Kumar
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S
8 years ago
Both Percentile in CAT exam as well as good academic background is needed for taking admission in a good MBA College and also companies give you better placements only if you have a better academic background.

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V
8 years ago
The trend nowadays is such that in order to get a call, you must score a good percentile. But, after that a lot depends on your academics, work experience, etc. to convert a call. Good academics shows that a candidate is hardworking and can take on the academic rigor of an MBA. So because of this re

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G
8 years ago
It varies with the college selection criteria. Every college has its own selection criteria and gives marks according to that criteria.

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pratiksha kamble
8 years ago
No, not only a good CAT percentile is required but also academic background matters a lot.

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NITHIN E
8 years ago
Good CAT score is very important for getting an admission in tier 1 campus like IIMs. Also, a good academic background will fetch you scholarship from some colleges especially tire 2 and 3 campuses. Try to earn both.

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Manas Pandey
8 years ago
Though the weightage is given more to the CAT score, good academics in graduation, intermediate and high school are also considered in the selection procedure of any B-School.

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