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List of Questions for Telephonic/ Skype Interview with Sample Answers

Tips:
1. Please keep the conversion short and simple (to the point).
2. Answer all questions slowly and steadily, do not rush with your answers
3. Don’t get nervous, answer confidently and state facts
4. Feel free to ask the interviewer to repeat the question if you don’t understand
the question correctly
5. Listen carefully, take your time to comprehend and then answer to the point
6. Please go through the University/College website thoroughly
7. Be fully aware of the University, course you applied for, course
module/Content and learning outcomes
8. Be fully aware of the career prospects you may have after completing the
course
9. Be clear on your career objectives and what you want to do after your course

Personal Details

Q) In Which city you were born?


I born in Junagadh City which comes in Gujarat

Q) What is your Date of Birth?


My birth date is 20th March 1081

Q) Confirm me your address?


Warsha Building, Wardhaman Nagar, Nagpur.

Q) What is the name of the agency you have applied through?


Study Smart Overseas Education

Q) Tell us about your educational qualifications?


(Be aware of all your academic documents that have been provided on your visa
file, name of the course, completion date, qualification, college location etc)
I have done my bachelor in Business Administration from MM Ghodasara College
Saurashtra University, I have completed my MBA from Sikkim Manipal
University Of Managemant Studies I m planning to have further education in
abroad

WHY UK?

Q) Why do you wish to study in the UK and not in India?


Better quality education, it is Globally recognized degrees, providing specialized
skills. In India corse providing is out dated in capare to UK University courses.

Better quality education as compared to India.


 Better facilities for students
 Wider option for specialized courses
 International exposure & cultural diversity
 Globally recognized degrees

Q) Why did you choose UK and not some other country for Studying abroad?
UK is one of the oldest education systems in the world, is home of some top
University like Cambridge University, Orford University, UK University from
top 10 University in the world 4 r of UK
 UK is more cost effective when compared to other countries like USA &
Australia
 UK Universities are globally recognized, it is one of the oldest education
system in the world and is home to some of the top Universities in the
world
 UK Universities are very research focused, UK graduates are the most sort
after by employers across the globe
 UK is one of the most culturally diverse countries and home to over 200
nationalities, hence providing a very congenial environment for
international students
 Lot of benefits offered to students like travel discounts etc

About University?

Q) How many Universities did you apply for


I have applied to Universities like Coventry University which is located at priory
Street, Coventry, De Mont fort University which is located at gateway house,
Leicester
Birmingham City University which is located at University House, Birmingham

A) Yes, I have applied for 2-3 Universities, however I have narrowed down my
choice on this University. (Be aware of at least 3-4 Universities in UK, their
location, courses offered, Fees etc. Any genuine student will research on atleast 3-4
options before finalizing one option)

Q) Are you aware of the location of the University?


Ya I m aware about the location of the University it is at University House,
Birmingham, Uk
A) Yes I am aware of the location (Give name of the town/city & nearby places.
You need to be fully aware of the location of the University, its surroundings etc.
We suggest you to use Google maps and street view to acclimatize your self with
the City)

Q) Do you know any other cities, which are close to the University?
Manchester, Coventry, Leicester, Liverpool London
 Brighton, Oxford, Cambridge (if for London)
 Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham
 London, Birmingham, Nottingham, Cambridge
(Give names of near by Cities. It is important that you understand the geography of
UK and you are aware of various cities, popular destinations etc.)
Q) What research have you done to find out about the University and the course
you have selected?
I have researched through student website, on Internet
 Research on the internet, educational forums, student websites etc
 Used Facebook and You tube to find out more about the University
 Researched on the British council Website
 A lot of information was provided by my consultant/agent

About your Course

Q) What course are you going for?


It is an International Master Of Business Administration
A) Be aware of the full name of the course you have applied for

Q) Why did you select this course?


I selected this course because after completing this course I will be having the
expertise in the field like markeing ,global Human Resource Management,
leadership, operations, Internation Businees, Finance, Contemporary
International Mangaement whi h r really very fruitful for my career growth
further
) Give specific reasons why you want to study this course like
 It is relevant to my previous studies and I want to continue in the same
field
 It will help me secure a good job/career in XXX industry
 It will help me set up my own business
 The course content offered will help me develop specific skills, which will
help me improve my over all academic profile
 Will provide certain skill sets which I believe I am lacking for further
growth in my career
(Back your answer with specific examples or names of modules from your
course, which you are keen on studying)

Q) What is the course structure and content?


The course is of three semester each semester is of 4 months
In 1st semester it contain the core subject like Strategic Human Resourse
Management, Global Marketing Management, Managing Finance
In 2nd semester it contain module like Strategic Leadership and Organisational
Transformation, Contemporary Mangement and Strategic Context, Entreprenure
Innovation, in last semester major project done we have a choice between
different subject which is in process not updated its module
A) Example for MBA – The course is of 3 semesters, 4 months for each semester.
The 1st semester consists of core subjects like HR, Marketing, Strategic
Management etc. The 2nd semester we choose the specialization like Marketing,
Finance or International Business. Last semester we have to do our major
project, which is a choice between a dissertation, case study or business
proposal.

Q) What is the scope of your course?


After completing this course I will be having well developed power of Analysis,
clear perspective on Strtegies, Strategic thinking, Creative problem solving,
entrepreneur mindset, highly effective communication Skills, research skills ,
which is sort by employers in the world
A) Be aware of the opportunities you have after you finish your course, like job
prospects, chances of further studies etc. Most course descriptions would have
details of career prospects after completing the course

Q) How do you think this course will help you in your career?
After completing this course I will be expertise in the field like Marketing Global
Human Resource Management,different perspective on Strategy , Leadership,
entrepreneur mindset, effective communication skill, research skill to have a
career growth
A) Give specific answers like
 It will help me secure a good job in XXX industry
 It will give me the necessary skills to start my own business in XXX
 It will help me pursue my higher education (PhD or Masters) in XXX

Funds

Q) Who is paying for your studies?


I m having my own saving with me to fund my study, I kept 10000 pounds in my
account to meet living expenses which is about 9207 pound, I kept more money
to meet extra expense if there will
A) Parents, Self from savings, Education Loan etc.

Q) Are u aware of your fees structure?


Ya it is of 16300 pound I deposited 4000 pound
A) Make sure you are aware of the Fees, scholarship available and installment
options

Q) What is your total family income?


It is about 14 to 15 lakh per annum , I m earning 4 to 4.5 lakh per annum, my
husband is earning 10 to 11 lakh per annum
A) Be aware of your total family income from all sources, hoe much money is
needed for running your family expenses and then how much is left which will be
used to sponsor your studies.

Intention

Q) What do you plan to do after you have finished your course?


I come back to my country want to join my husband’s business
 To come back to my country and get a good job.
 To get back to my family and secure their financial position.
 To go back to my country and start m own business in XXX
 Do my higher studies (PHd or Masters)
 Join my family business

Q) Name some companies you want to work for?


I like to work with top Mnc’s like TCS, Altius
(Have atleast 3-4 names of companies ready)

Q) What kind of job role or work you want to do in these companies?


I like to work as on senior level or Vp in reputed Company

Q) What annual salary are you expecting after completion of this course?
I m expecting avove 5 lakh after completing th8s course n in coming 2 year I
want 10 to 15 lakh anualy

Q) If you want to start your own business, give details of what kind of a business
you want to start
My husband is already doing Business I want to join it want to help my husband
in his business. We r having retail footwear Showroom after completing this
course I want to expand it by having agency of branded companies

Q) If you want to join your family business, give details of your family business
Above answer

Q) What are your career objectives?


I want to vecome a successful Business woman, by applying thery , concepts
which I learned from my couse I would like to apply it into prctice
A) Highlight your career objectives like
 I have applied for an MBA in Marketing to build my marketing & sales
skills, as I want to have a career as a business development manager in
the IT industry. Hopefully I will start at the level and see my self-working
as a VP or Sr. Manager in 5 years time in a reputed MNC.
 To get back to my family and secure their financial position.

Q) Where do you intend to work or start your business?


I want to help my husband in his Business I feel after studying in developed
countries like UK, I will gain necessary knowledge to contribute in my Business
to have a great growth in it

A) I plan to work or start my business in my country; I feel that after studying in


a developed country like UK, I will gain to necessary knowledge to be able to
contribute more in the economic growth of my country.

Q)Do you have any work experience? Please give details about your role.
I Was working as an Assistant sales manager in Shinex Global where I have to
makecall to dire t cleint to sell the product of company
A) If you are applying for a Masters program give proper details about the work
done, duties performed, roles & responsibilities, position in the organization, etc.

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