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PiyushBhagat02 wrote:Is it beneficial to attend a summer school program at Stanford or HBS

As in will it compliment our application?

Nikhil wrote:Also would scholarships and funding opportunities be available for deferred programs?

If the deferred candidate commits to the MBA program, they are automatically eligible for the scholarships and fellowships offered by the traditional MBA programs. In addition to these, applicants can also apply for external scholarships (which may be need-based or merit-based).

You can lean more about scholarships for MBA programs over on our blog here: https://www.mbaandbeyond.com/blog/schol ... cholarship
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Which common mistakes do you see applicants do a lot in their applications?

PiyushBhagat02 wrote: As in will it compliment our application?

Thanks, Piyush for your question. International experience and diversity of perspectives, as well as an understanding of different cultures is something that AdComs look for in deferred MBA candidates. There are multiple ways to demonstrate this - summer school programs are one such way. Hence, it would certainly be beneficial.

MBAandBeyond wrote: Thanks, Piyush for your question. International experience and diversity of perspectives, as well as an understanding of different cultures is something that AdComs look for in deferred MBA candidates. There are multiple ways to demonstrate this - summer school programs are one such way. Hence, it would certainly be beneficial.

Further, in the event the GMAT/ GRE score is slightly on the lower side, a good grade/ performance at the summer school would help compensate for the same.
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As an international applicant, should i apply in R3 now or next year R1?

Thank you

Nikhil wrote:Which common mistakes do you see applicants do a lot in their applications?

Common Mistake 1: Everyone wants to be a management consultant but not everyone gets placed in consulting; schools look for diversity in deferred MBA candidates.

Common Mistake 2: Too much focus on how shiny the goals appear; rather, deferred MBA applicants should focus on the feasibility of achieving the goals.

Common Mistake 3: More so relevant for deferred MBA candidates, submitting an application without strong evidence of extracurricular activities.

Common Mistake 4: If the applicant is unable to explain clearly the following: (a) why the MBA; and (b) how the MBA would help them achieve their short-term and long-term goals.
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Also, is there a 3 round system for deferred admissions or just one round?

MBAandBeyond wrote: Common Mistake 1: Everyone wants to be a management consultant but not everyone gets placed in consulting; schools look for diversity in deferred MBA candidates.

Common Mistake 2: Too much focus on how shiny the goals appear; rather, deferred MBA applicants should focus on the feasibility of achieving the goals.

Common Mistake 3: More so relevant for deferred MBA candidates, submitting an application without strong evidence of extracurricular activities.

Common Mistake 4: If the applicant is unable to explain clearly the following: (a) why the MBA; and (b) how the MBA would help them achieve their short-term and long-term goals.

We help you avoid mistakes in general not just common mistakes: Feel free to book a free session with us as per your convenience.

anon192837 wrote:As an international applicant, should i apply in R3 now or next year R1?

Hi - there is only one deadline for the deferred MBA applications (falling through early-end April). There is no concept of R1 or R3.

And, like we mentioned earlier, you can ONLY apply in either of the two scenarios: (1) when you are in the final year of undergraduate studies; or (2) when you are in the final year of your graduate studies (if you went to graduate studies DIRECTLY after undergraduate).

You are not eligible to apply if you have any kind of full-time work experience post your undergraduate studies.
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What is the ideal time to apply to deferred admissions. Would January be a good time?

If you wish to read more about the deferred MBA program, you can do so here: https://www.mbaandbeyond.com/blog/top-d ... ge-seniors

PiyushBhagat02 wrote:What is the ideal time to apply to deferred admissions. Would January be a good time?

Hi Piyush, as mentioned previously, deadlines fall around early through end of April for the top programs. Candidates usually start preparing 9-12 months in advance through giving the GMAT and getting in touch with consultants.
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MBAandBeyond wrote: Hi - there is only one deadline for the deferred MBA applications (falling through early-end April). There is no concept of R1 or R3.

And, like we mentioned earlier, you can ONLY apply in either of the two scenarios: (1) when you are in the final year of undergraduate studies; or (2) when you are in the final year of your graduate studies (if you went to graduate studies DIRECTLY after undergraduate).

You are not eligible to apply if you have any kind of full-time work experience post your undergraduate studies.

Thank you. I was mostly asking for Fulltime MBA?

anon192837 wrote:

MBAandBeyond wrote: Hi - there is only one deadline for the deferred MBA applications (falling through early-end April). There is no concept of R1 or R3.

And, like we mentioned earlier, you can ONLY apply in either of the two scenarios: (1) when you are in the final year of undergraduate studies; or (2) when you are in the final year of your graduate studies (if you went to graduate studies DIRECTLY after undergraduate).

You are not eligible to apply if you have any kind of full-time work experience post your undergraduate studies.

Thank you. I was mostly asking for Fulltime MBA?

Hi - this chat session is directed towards deferred MBA applicants. For regular full-time MBA, R1 and early rounds are preferred options.

MBAandBeyond wrote:

anon192837 wrote:

MBAandBeyond wrote: Hi - there is only one deadline for the deferred MBA applications (falling through early-end April). There is no concept of R1 or R3.

And, like we mentioned earlier, you can ONLY apply in either of the two scenarios: (1) when you are in the final year of undergraduate studies; or (2) when you are in the final year of your graduate studies (if you went to graduate studies DIRECTLY after undergraduate).

You are not eligible to apply if you have any kind of full-time work experience post your undergraduate studies.

Thank you. I was mostly asking for Fulltime MBA?

Hi - this chat session is directed towards deferred MBA applicants. For regular full-time MBA, R1 and early rounds are preferred options.

Please feel free to read our blog on early action MBA as well in this regard: https://www.mbaandbeyond.com/blog/early-action-mba
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Another question from the sign up form: How detailed should I go for the activities section of the application?

What will be the ideal time to start will consultancy? As in which month

PiyushBhagat02 wrote:What will be the ideal time to start will consultancy? As in which month

Thanks, Piyush. We recommend that applicants start preparing for and planning their applications a year in advance. For deferred MBA programs, it is suggested that applicants apply to as many schools as feasible.
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MBAandBeyond wrote: Thanks, Piyush. We recommend that applicants start preparing for and planning their applications a year in advance. For deferred MBA programs, it is suggested that applicants apply to as many schools as feasible.

Should I start after giving my GMAT in August?

Nikhil wrote:Another question from the sign up form: How detailed should I go for the activities section of the application?

Activities (including extracurriculars and co-curriculars) should be discussed in significant detail. The reason for this is that AdComs do not have full-time work experience to demonstrate their skills and traits in the case of deferred MBA applications. The applicants should therefore highlight activities that show different skills (leadership, social impact, organizational skills being some of them).

PiyushBhagat02 wrote: Should I start after giving my GMAT in August?

Sooner the better! Signing up early may also help with getting some invaluable guidance around GMAT preparation and you will be able to spend some quality time thrashing out possibilities and options with the consultants.
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Another from the signup form: How should I start choosing a school? Any articles/videos you would recommend?

ISB application deadline is round the corner and as a pre final year undergrad, what suggestions do you have for us?