Master of Arts (Development Studies) – Interview Experience

As soon as he entered into the session, he was assigned with an extempore topic called “Corona and Digitalization”. There were three panelists to evaluate and the time duration was as usual.

As he finished, they started his interview round. Following are the questions aske to him: –

  1. Introduce yourself.
  2. Define inclusive development.
  3. What are the indicators of inclusive development?
  4. Are you aware of the research methodology?
  5. Define intersectionality?
  6. Out of Political Science, History and Economics, which is your favorite subject?
  7. If you have to frame a policy, which should be taken into consideration – the economical device or social device?
  8. Development is not inclusive. Reflect on this topic.
  9. What capitalism and relation between capitalism and patriarchy?

He said that the questions were out of his comfort zone but the panelists managed to calm him down and were cooperative.

The entire interview was for about 25 minutes.

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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.

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