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GEM to MBA: SPJIMR Interview Experience

SPJIMR Mumbai – From Supply Chain to Strategy: A GEM's Candid Interview Experience

Candidate Profile

  • Background: Mechanical engineering graduate with a keen interest in operations and supply chain
  • Work Experience: 18 months in a manufacturing and logistics role, focused on procurement and vendor management
  • Academics:
    • 10th Grade: 91.7%
    • 12th Grade: 89.7%
    • Undergraduate: 85.5%
  • Category: General Engineer Male (GEM)
  • CAT Percentile: 99.54

Written Ability Test (WAT)

Topic: "Medical professionals should be allowed to market pharmaceuticals. Do you support this or not and why?"

Duration: 20 minutes | Word Limit: 300 words

📌 Tip: SPJIMR WAT topics often test ethical reasoning and balanced argumentation. A strong structure, critical thinking, and clarity are crucial.

Group Interview 1 – Operations & Industry Insights (40–45 minutes)

This round was conducted by a panel of four interviewers, all focused on the candidate’s operations background.

Key Questions & Approach

🟢 What is the difference between sourcing and procurement?

📌 Tip: Use clear, business-friendly definitions. Mention examples from your work experience if relevant.

🟢 Can you explain the semiconductor supply chain crisis?

📌 Tip: Show awareness of global supply chains, geopolitical factors, and how different industries were affected.

🟢 What do you know about the Dharavi Urban Development Project? What is the government doing?

📌 Tip: Demonstrate awareness of urban policy, social implications, and recent developments.

🟢 What new and innovative things have you learned on your own at work?

📌 Tip: Talk about self-initiated learning—tools, methods, or improvements you made.

🟢 Why MBA? Why SPJIMR specifically?

📌 Tip: Align your answer with SPJIMR’s values (ethics, social sensitivity, and practical learning). Make it personal and purpose-driven.

Group Interview 2 – Personality, Values & Situational Ethics (40–45 minutes)

This round shifted towards introspection and personal judgment.

Key Questions & Thought Process

🟢 If you could go back in time and change one thing, what would it be?

📌 Tip: Be authentic but avoid overly negative or deeply personal responses. Focus on growth.

🟢 What would you tell a stranger about yourself apart from your resume?

📌 Tip: This is your chance to stand out—talk about passions, quirks, or core values.

🟢 If given ₹2 lakhs to spend on yourself today, what would you do?

📌 Tip: Reflect on your priorities—learning, travel, self-improvement—without sounding materialistic.

🟢 What is more important: work culture or experience? (Context: layoffs and hyper-competitive firms)

📌 Tip: Offer a balanced perspective—acknowledge both but explain which one aligns more with your long-term career goals.

🎯 Key Takeaways for SPJIMR Aspirants

  • ✅ Be ready to dive deep into your domain—especially if applying for a specialization like Operations
  • ✅ Keep up with current events and policy issues, especially those related to urban development or public health
  • ✅ Your "Why MBA?" must align with SPJIMR's mission—social sensitivity, innovation, and leadership
  • ✅ Expect situational questions that test values and maturity
  • ✅ Use personal stories and examples wherever possible—it builds authenticity

🔐 Disclaimer

The above interview experience is based on real candidate interactions collected from various sources. To ensure privacy, some details such as location, industry specifics, and numerical figures have been altered. However, the core questions and insights remain authentic. These stories are intended for educational purposes and do not claim to represent official views of any institution. Any resemblance to actual individuals is purely coincidental.
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