M.A. Peace and Conflict Studies – Interview Experience

A student from the course Peace and Conflict shared her interview experience with us. She has done her graduation in Psychology (Hons.). Here it is.

Extempore topic: “Will awarding death sentence reduce the occurrence of rape cases?”

During the interview, following questions were asked to her: –

  1. Why this course and why do you want to shift from psychology?
  2. What do you think you can bring to this course as a psychology student?
  3. It’s often seen that parallels can be drawn between the behavior of countries and the behavior of humans. A lot of times the behavior of a country is also influenced by the behavior of its leaders. What is your opinion?
  4. Opinions on economic reasons for conflict.
  5. Suggestions on how to deal with it.
  6. Are you aware of any international conflict that’s going on right now? Can you talk about it?
  7. What do you have to say about the poll violence in West Bengal?
  8. What are your suggestions on how to deal with it?
  9. Opinions on violence from a psychological perspective.

The duration of her entire interview was between 20 to 25 minutes.

Start Your OPI & Extempore Course with TISSNETPrep

One Course

Rs.2999

Prepare with our expert faculties for TISS Interview Preparation & Extempore

Two Course

Rs.4499

Prepare with our expert faculties for TISS Interview Preparation & Extempore

Three Course

Rs.5499

Prepare with our expert faculties for TISS Interview Preparation & Extempore

Not Getting Confidence for OPI & Extempore Preparation - Hear from TISSians

Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers

What is Course Specific Module?

It is one of our value proposition of TISS OPI & Extempore Course. We provide course specific content so that one gets in depth knowledge of the subject matter covering all the aspects of the course,it is done to enhance one’s knowledge in the subject which will be of immense help in Interview and Extempore.

What is DAF Class?

Detailed Application Form(DAF) is the form  the aspirant submit to to TISS after they clear the cut-off which gives the complete brief of candidature and interest ,reason to join the course & work experience (if any). As it is the steering wheel of your interview.Classes will be conducted classes to help  student  write a good DAF.

How will the classes be conducted?

Classes will be conducted live on secret Youtube Streaming,Zoom or GMeet according to the schedule shared prior to the class.  The classes will be recorded so that students can watch it later if they miss or they want to go through it again.  Live classes for Interview Preparation and Extempore will be conducted.

What is Online DAF Evaluation?

Apart from conducting classes for DAF,evaluation of DAF draft will be done  live on one-on-ne basis and required correction and improvements will be suggested. Once, the final draft is ready , we will re-evaluate and then give you heads-up for submission to TISS.

What is Extempore Session?

Extempore is a speech given at the spur of the moment without any prior preparation. Candidates will be given  few minutes given to prepare for a topic. You will get 5 Extempore chances to make you accustomed with it with evaluation. 
Note: Extempore has 20% weightage in final selection

What is offered in One to One personal Mentorship Assistance?

Interview & Extempore preparation is journey that students will closely cover with TISSNETPrep. Many a times students feel the need to discuss their issues & inhibition for their good preparation. Our team will be available to help students  with one-on-one interaction.

I am not sure of selection but i expect my marks somewhere the predicted cut offs. Should I join before the result?

You can join the course with our consultation. If one didn’t get through in TISSNET cut-off , we will refund you 70% of the fees. The student will be asked to show their selection/rejection form.

What is Course Specific Module?

It is one of our value proposition of TISS OPI & Extempore Course. We provide course specific content so that one gets in depth knowledge of the subject matter covering all the aspects of the course,it is done to enhance you knowledge in the subject which will be of immense help in Interview and Extempore.

I am not sure of selection but i expect my marks somewhere the predicted cut offs. Should I join before the result?

You can join the course with our consultation. If one didn’t get through in TISSNET cut-off , we will refund you 70% of the fees. The student will be asked to show their selection/rejection form.

How will I get the course material ?

Course content will be made available on our website portal.Access to those will be given after the student enrol in the course.

Leave a Comment

× WhatsApp Us (24x7) for queries