You Profile Development Journey

Are someone who will be graduating & applying for your dream B School this year ? Then, read on !!

A comprehensive profile development journey is non negotiable at this stage.

It comprises two pivotal steps:

1st Step: B school selection process

2nd Step : B School Recruitment Seasons

A robust profile is not solely defined by academic accolades but also by a well-rounded set of attributes that distinguish one as exceptional.

It is important for you to know the eight major buckets of a strong profile, which eventually form your resume.

1. Profile Summary: Craft a concise yet compelling summary including your academics, professional aspirations.If you are uncertain with the domain, maintain a broader outlook at initially.

2. Skills are divided in three segments.

For example,* Hard Skills : Marketing, Finance, Content Creation , ie domain related

*Soft Skills: Communication, Networking, Presentation, Collaborative team skills and the like.

* Technical Know how: Canva, Advance Excel, Slides, AI, Chat GPT, Google forms, SPSS & other relevant tools.

Discuss with your seniors, research on the top skills needed for the profession you seek. Back them with certifications, projects , job simulations and internships.

In the evaluation during step 1, soft skills come first, next is the hygiene check i.e hard skills & third is your potential.

Potential means, given your current state, how best will you adapt to the B school learning environment to shape your self to corporate readiness.

3. Academics: A chronological overview of academics, starting with recent most. Include supplementary diploma courses undertaken to enrich your academic repertoire

4. Certifications: There are ample no cost ones available on platforms like Management Study Guide, Coursera, Google, Hubspot, Amity Open Learn, LinkedIn & more.

5. Case Studies & Competitions prove as big time supportive to your skills. Check Olympiads, Unstop & similar portals. This helps hone problem-solving acumen & foster a competitive edge

6. Projects, Job Simulations and Internships:

Pick 2 -3 best academic projects. Check Forage for job simulations, they prove a great profile amplifier & aid domain decision making even before you apply for your first internship.The best time to intern is the gap between TY final exams and the B school commencement, 2 - 3 month tenure is good to go.

7. Positions of Responsibility: Highlight notable team & leadership role pursued during college events or committee memberships. Engage in NGO projects, to demonstrate versatility and commitment

8. Personal Details: Conclude with pertinent personal information encompassing contact details, date of birth, linguistics, and LinkedIn profile

By meticulously cultivating these facets, aspirants can fashion a compelling profile that resonates with B-school admissions committees and recruiters alike.