What is the role of Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) in final selection for GIBS PGDM/MBA?

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Monisha | Contributor-Level 9

4 months ago

At GIBS Business School, GD and PI are just ways to understand you better — not just your marks.

In GD, they see how you talk in a group.
Are you confident?
Do you share good points?
Can you listen to others?

You don't have to dominate — just speak clearly and show positive attitude.

In PI, it's a simp

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