{"id":39142,"date":"2025-01-01T15:59:14","date_gmt":"2025-01-01T10:29:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/?p=39142"},"modified":"2025-01-01T15:59:16","modified_gmt":"2025-01-01T10:29:16","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prepare for GD in MBA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Group discussion is crucial for candidates who are applying for admission to B-schools. Candidates who qualify for the cutoff get calls from various B-schools to appear for the next round of admission i.e., WAT, Group discussion, and Personal interview. B-schools conduct group discussions to analyze the skills of the candidate like their speaking skills, leadership skills, interpersonal skills, etc. Candidates can check out the blog for tips and tricks and a proper strategy to crack GD in MBA.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also check out&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/course\/gdpi\">iQuanta\u2019s GDPI WAT Course<\/a>&nbsp;where you\u2019ll be provided with WAT Practice with feedback from our panelists along with live interactive classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/course\/gdpi\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"57\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-01-30-at-2.42.28-PM-300x57.jpeg\" alt=\"iQuanta GDPI Course\" class=\"wp-image-19144\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-01-30-at-2.42.28-PM-300x57.jpeg 300w, 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style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#What_is_GD\" >What is GD?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#GD_Process_For_MBA_Admission\" >GD Process For MBA Admission<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Step_1_Assigning_The_GD_Topic\" >Step 1: Assigning The GD Topic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Step_2_Commencement_of_GD\" >Step 2: Commencement of GD<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Step_3_Group_Discussion_Round\" >Step 3: Group Discussion Round<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Step_4_Completion_of_the_GD_Round\" >Step 4: Completion of the GD Round<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Important_Skills_for_GD_Round_in_MBA_Admission\" >Important Skills for GD Round in MBA Admission<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Leadership_Skills\" >Leadership Skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Communication_Skills\" >Communication Skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Logical_Thinking\" >Logical Thinking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Awareness_of_the_GD_topics\" >Awareness of the GD topics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Listening_Skills\" >Listening Skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Evaluation_Criteria_In_GD\" >Evaluation Criteria In GD<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Common_Mistakes_to_Be_Avoided_in_GD\" >Common Mistakes to Be Avoided in GD<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#How_to_Improve_Communication_Skills_for_GD\" >How to Improve Communication Skills for GD<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-gd-in-mba\/#Dos_Dont_Of_GD\" >Do&#8217;s &amp; Don&#8217;t Of GD<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-gd\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_GD\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>What is GD?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Group discussion is a round of the MBA&nbsp; admission process conducted by B-shools to test various skills of the candidates. A group of students sit together and discuss a topic in a particular time frame assigned by the panel in the GD round. 1 or 2 panelists are there in that room to observe the candidates on various parameters like communication skills, team skills, and awareness of the candidates, and give them scores accordingly. After clearing the GD round candidates go for further rounds of interviews.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gd-process-for-mba-admission\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GD_Process_For_MBA_Admission\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>GD Process For MBA Admission<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A group discussion round is usually held in rounds. 7-10 candidates would be given the chance to appear for the test in one go. Here is an outline of how group discussions typically occur:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<span style=\"--tl-form-height-m:69.7656px;--tl-form-height-t:127.219px;--tl-form-height-d:127.219px;\" class=\"tl-placeholder-f-type-shortcode_32430 tl-preload-form\"><span><\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-assigning-the-gd-topic\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Assigning_The_GD_Topic\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 1: Assigning The GD Topic<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this step, the panellist provides a topic to a group of students and approximately 5 minutes are provided to each candidate to prepare themselves individually for the GD round. No discussion is there at this time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-commencement-of-gd\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Commencement_of_GD\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 2: Commencement of GD<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this step, panellists indicate the candidates to start the discussion.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-group-discussion-round\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Group_Discussion_Round\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 3: Group Discussion Round<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An ideal GD usually takes 15 minutes. But the candidates should not be so time conscious since, based on requirements, the panel can increase the time duration up to 30-45 minutes. The GD can be terminated by the panel when they feel that they have already obtained adequate information about every candidate.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-completion-of-the-gd-round\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Completion_of_the_GD_Round\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 4: Completion of the GD Round<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In any case, there are two possibilities where the GD round may reach its stoppage. Firstly, the moderator would ask all candidates to leave the room because the GD is over. Secondly, he\/she might call for one or more than one candidate(s) to deliver their final statement, which summarizes the discussion going on in the GD.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-skills-for-gd-round-in-mba-admission\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Skills_for_GD_Round_in_MBA_Admission\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Important Skills for GD Round in MBA Admission<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As group discussion plays an important part in the selection process of any B-School. So, here are some important skills that are judged in the GD round:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-leadership-skills\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leadership_Skills\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Leadership Skills<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GD Round also tests the leadership skills of the candidates. No one is directly selected as a leader, but self-reliance, decisiveness, aggressiveness, emotional balance, and other qualities define a managerial candidate. The better managerial potential is seen when a person is logical and democratic but not autocratic or obsequious.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-communication-skills\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Communication_Skills\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Communication Skills<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication skills are an important part of any discussion. So, the candidates who can express themselves without any hesitation and can put their points without putting anybody down have good communication skills.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-logical-thinking\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Logical_Thinking\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Logical Thinking<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The skill of analyzing a topic and forming logical conclusions is crucial for excelling in group discussions and thriving in corporate life.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-awareness-of-the-gd-topics\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Awareness_of_the_GD_topics\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Awareness of the GD topics<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates should be well aware of the topics which are provided to them. Candidates should have knowledge of the subjects and must be aware of current affairs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-listening-skills\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Listening_Skills\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Listening Skills<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be an active listener because one cannot put their point of view upfront without listening to others. Here panelists judge the candidates on how they can put their point of view without ignoring others.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-evaluation-criteria-in-gd\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evaluation_Criteria_In_GD\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Evaluation Criteria In GD<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><b>Communication Skills<\/b><\/td><td><b>Body Language<\/b><\/td><td><b>Effectiveness in Speech<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presentation &amp; Creativity<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subject Knowledge &amp; Relevancy<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fluency<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clarity in Speech<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Team Spirit<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confidence<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Problem-Solving Ability<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Analytical &amp; Reasoning Skills<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leadership &amp; Collaboration<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open-Mindedness<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decision-Making Ability<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listening Power<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-common-mistakes-to-be-avoided-in-gd\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_to_Be_Avoided_in_GD\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Common Mistakes to Be Avoided in GD<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking too much or too little.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interrupting others or being disrespectful.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lacking focus or going off-topic.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Failing to listen actively.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being too aggressive or too passive.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-improve-communication-skills-for-gd\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Improve_Communication_Skills_for_GD\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>How to Improve Communication Skills for GD<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates can improve their communication skills by:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates should practice speaking clearly and confidently.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They should enhance their vocabulary and grammar.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates should engage themselves in mock group discussions and debates.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They should watch GD videos on YT to observe techniques used by others.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates should also read newspapers and articles on a daily basis to develop structured thoughts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-s-don-t-of-gd\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dos_Dont_Of_GD\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Do&#8217;s &amp; Don&#8217;t Of GD<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><b>Do&#8217;s<\/b><\/td><td><b>Don&#8217;ts<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write down your ideas on a piece of paper before speaking.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t repeat yourself; saying the same thing shows a lack of knowledge.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the facts and data to support your arguments.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t be rude or argue aggressively; it\u2019s okay to disagree politely.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speak clearly and use simple, precise language.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t create a negative atmosphere; keep the mood friendly.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start the discussion if you are knowledgeable.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t speak if you have no insight; wait for others to start.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay calm and be polite throughout the discussion.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t slouch or sit casually, as it can give a bad impression.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be ready to share your thoughts when it\u2019s your turn.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t appear disinterested or lethargic; show you\u2019re engaged.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be polite and respectful when communicating.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t whisper or talk to others while the main topic is being discussed.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make eye contact and pay attention to others.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t speak in a disorganized or overly casual manner; it can seem insincere.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be a team player and summarize the discussion at the end.<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t get anxious if someone disagrees with you; stay calm and respond logically.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For a structured GDPI WAT preparation with mock interviews and live GD preparation, click on the link below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/details\/gdpi-course\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-160.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-160.png 559w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-160-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-160-150x84.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Group discussion is crucial for candidates who are applying for admission to B-schools. 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