FMS Delhi Interview Transcript #6

Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi, is one of India’s premier business schools, renowned for its academic excellence, industry-oriented curriculum, and exceptional return on investment. Established in 1954 under the University of Delhi, FMS offers flagship MBA, Executive MBA, and doctoral programs. Known as the "Red Building of Dreams," it boasts a legacy of producing top corporate leaders and entrepreneurs. With a rigorous selection process, a dynamic peer group, and strong corporate connections, FMS provides a transformative learning experience that blends theoretical knowledge with real-world applications.

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Candidate Profile:

Venue: FMS Delhi

Date: 16th April 2019

Group Discussion (GD)

Topic: Can India Dream to Host the Olympics?

Experience: There were 8 candidates in the panel, but only 3–4 of us spoke for the entire duration. I spoke about:

• Infrastructure and its maintenance

• Commonwealth Games experience

• The need to develop a strong sports team

• The economic impact of an influx of visitors

• The importance of developing interest and talent in various sports

• Why India should currently focus on initiatives like Khelo India

I spoke for around 4 minutes out of 9 but also gave others the chance to speak. It was a healthy discussion, not a fish market.

Personal Interview (PI)

Panel Composition:

• P1: Female

• P2: Male

• P3: Male (Initially present but walked out as soon as I entered)

P2: Moinack, tell us about yourself. Told my well-prepared answer but added some spontaneous elements to make it sound natural.

P1: Both your parents are hotel management graduates. You must have a lot of exotic food at home!(Smiled and agreed.) Yes, ma’am. I also enjoy cooking myself.

P1: So, Moinack, your extempore topic is "My Favorite Dish."(Thanked my stars! My friends had got abstract topics like "Core" and "Marketing Techniques in Elections.")

Extempore

Spoke comfortably about my favorite dish, how it's made, and its special ingredients. Mentioned that it contains poppy seeds (posto). The panelist stopped me after a minute.

Core Interview

(P3 re-entered the room at this point.)

P2: Isn't poppy seed derived from a drug? Are there any side effects?Explained that industrially processed poppy seeds have no such effects. However, if consumed directly from the fields, they can cause hallucinations or drowsiness.

P2: Why the shift to finance? What was the starting point?Spoke about my association with a finance professor at VIT Vellore, where we had five compulsory management subjects. Mentioned my interest in stock investing and the influence of Benjamin Graham.

P2: Tell me the three most important financial ratios, according to you.1. Return on Equity (ROE) and the 5-step DuPont Analysis2. Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) to assess a company’s solvency3. Defensive Interval Ratio (since I was working in the leather goods sector at the time, this was relevant)

Closing Remarks

P2: Okay, Moinack, we are done.(I was shocked for a couple of seconds—other candidates had much longer interviews! My PI lasted only 6 minutes, and P3 didn’t ask me a single question!)

As I was about to leave, P1 asked about my calls and results. I told them and then thanked the panel.

(I was nervous about the short interview and a small goof-up in the extempore, but everything changed on April 24th at 11:30 PM!)

Verdict: Converted in First List! 🎉