{"id":692,"date":"2017-12-16T00:59:52","date_gmt":"2017-12-15T19:29:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.isb.edu\/admissionsdirector\/?p=692"},"modified":"2025-12-31T09:16:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T09:16:44","slug":"cycle-2-application-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.isb.edu\/admissionsdirector\/2017\/12\/16\/cycle-2-application-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Cycle-2 Application Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

With only a month left for PGP Cycle-2 deadline, here are some handy tips to build a stronger application:<\/p>\n

Tip 1: Start Early and Stay Focused<\/strong><\/p>\n

The ISB PGP application has multiple sections that you will need to fill out.\u00a0The personal details, education & work details, awards, extracurricular, essays for scholarships, scores and other documents need to be uploaded. Its a fairly simple process but is a time consuming one. Its recommended that you start with\u00a0working on your\u00a0application as soon as possible. Set timelines for sections and dont wait till the last minute.<\/p>\n

Here is the link to the application portal<\/a><\/p>\n

Tip 2: Tell your stories well<\/b><\/p>\n

There are only 2 essays this year. This is your opportunity to\u00a0tell the admissions team your story.\u00a0Focus on what\u00a0 is your uniqueness, what would you bring to the class and your career goals. Keep your essays within the word limit.<\/p>\n

Read what does ISB look for in a candidate here\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Tip 3:\u00a0 Talk about your passion<\/strong><\/p>\n

We look for quality extracurricular engagements rather than quantity.\u00a0It\u2019s always a good idea to showcase a deeply involved engagement\/project you\u2019re really passionate about, than to state multiple engagements with little contribution.<\/p>\n

Tip 4: Select the right evaluator<\/strong><\/p>\n

Choose an evaluator who has seen your work closely. Its recommended that you request your reporting manager(current or past) to do your evaluation as he\/she would know your working style and can give quality inputs. Share a brief on details and depth of your\u00a0contribution\u00a0as a reminder can refresher for him\/her.<\/p>\n

Tip 5: Review, Review, Review<\/strong><\/p>\n

Go through your application a couple of times before submitting it. Check for grammatical errors, typos, missed out sections. Ensure your application is complete – with all documents uploaded and essays reviewed.<\/p>\n

Cycle 2 deadline is on Jan 15, 2018.<\/strong>\u00a0If you have any queries related to PGP write to pgp@isb.edu.\u00a0If you have questions related to the application portal write to apphelp@isb.edu.<\/p>\n

All the best.<\/p>\n

Team,
\nAdmissions<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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