How to Prepare for MBA Group Discussions

Group discussions, which are an essential prerequisite for gaining admission to an MBA program, involve eight to15 people who competitively exchange opinions and ideas on a given topics. The discussions are used as an assessment tool for suitable MBA candidates and help evaluators select candidates on the basis of skills such critical thinking, leadership and communication. Preparation for group discussions involve reading widely and participating in mock group discussions to sharpen your knowledge and communication skills.

Instructions

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      Read books, journals and news materials, and watch current affairs and news programs, which will expose you to a wide array of information and help you when responding to group discussion questions. Focus on material that provides contemporary information on politics, economics, social issues and technological trends, and take notes on important issues such as stock markets, imports and exports and globalization.

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      Participate in simulation group discussions by forming a group of aspiring MBA students who want to prepare for group discussions. Discuss a variety of business topics in each session and practice how to express yourself and enhance your leadership skills.

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      Familiarize yourself with the group discussion topics by consulting with current or former MBA students and professors who can provide you with an idea of what to expect, the structure of the questions and the way in which the sessions are conducted.

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      Participate in online discussion forums to learn from the experiences of others who have gone through group discussions. Post questions and read through the forums to gather important information about group discussions that others have posted and that you can apply to your group discussion preparation.

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