3 Key factors that are used to rank performance in the Group Discussion for the Indian Institute’s of Management.

In the Group Discussion round of the IIM’s, XLRI, IIFT, JBIMS, FMS- Delhi, the Group Discussion Panel will compare performance based on 3 major factors.

1. Knowledge
Your ability to state convincing and viable solutions for the topic or case study will determine how good you are in applying what you have learned till now. The panel ranks the ability to use your knowledge in real life situations rather highly.

2. Listening Skills
You are in a GROUP disussion. You must participate as a group member. If you include the viewpoints of others in your viewpoint, then you will be seen more favorably by the Group Discussion panel.

3. Respect
DO NOT criticize or laugh at the viewpoint of another participant no matter how silly it may sound. MBA’s are expected to be dignified and professional in their behavior. Always speak positively and supportively of other participants.