Christ University Interview Preparation 2025 | Tell me About Yourself? | Christ University 2025

Summary

In this video, the presenter offers valuable insights on how to answer common questions during a personal interview at Christ University. He covers key questions like introducing yourself, strengths and weaknesses, explaining low academic scores, choosing a stream in school, and discussing short-term and long-term goals. The presenter emphasizes the importance of answering smartly, being honest about weaknesses, and linking your answers to your goals and the course you're applying for. The video is aimed at helping applicants make a strong impression and increase their chances of success in university interviews.

Takeaways

• 😀 Always thank the interviewer before answering the question, especially when asked to introduce yourself.
• 😀 Your introduction should highlight your achievements, courses, work experience, and key qualities.
• 😀 When discussing strengths, focus on traits like flexibility and a balance between hard work and smart work.
• 😀 For weaknesses, choose answers that show self-awareness and a proactive approach to improvement, like overthinking and self-criticism.
• 😀 If asked about low grades, answer honestly and explain how you were exploring other career paths or gaining skills in other areas.
• 😀 Avoid bluffing in interviews; interviewers have experience and can quickly detect dishonesty.
• 😀 If asked why you chose your academic stream, provide a thoughtful connection between your stream and future career goals, such as linking humanities to management.
• 😀 When asked about short-term goals, be open about discovering opportunities during your degree, and how it will help shape your future.
• 😀 For long-term goals, explain how your degree aligns with your career aspirations, like pursuing an MBA or starting your own business.
• 😀 Interviews are a conversation, so answer questions honestly and with clarity while relating them to your strengths, goals, and past experiences.

Q & A

How should you answer the 'Tell me about yourself' question in an interview?

Start by thanking the interviewer for the opportunity. Then, provide a concise introduction that includes your achievements, education, relevant courses or certifications, any organizations you've worked with, and personal interests. Keep it balanced—neither too long nor too short.

What is a smart way to answer when asked about your strengths and weaknesses?

For strengths, mention qualities like flexibility, hard work, and smart work, explaining how you balance both. For weaknesses, be honest but smart. Mention something like being overly critical of yourself or overthinking, and emphasize the steps you're taking to improve, like meditation or self-reflection.

How should you address a low percentage in your 10th or 11th grades during the interview?

Be honest and smart. Explain that you were exploring other fields or focusing on extracurriculars, like digital marketing, during that time. Emphasize how you learned from the experience and improved your focus in 12th grade, showing growth and self-awareness.

How do you explain the decision to choose a specific stream (e.g., Humanities or Science) if you are later pursuing a management career?

Explain how the stream you chose, like Humanities, is closely related to management. Highlight subjects like philosophy, law, and culture that contribute to building an organization. Alternatively, you can mention that you initially explored other fields but later realized management was the right fit for you.

What is the best way to discuss your short-term and long-term goals in an interview?

For short-term goals, explain how the degree will help you grow or discover new opportunities. For long-term goals, mention how the degree aligns with your future ambitions, like pursuing an MBA, starting your own business, or advancing in your field.

What should you avoid saying when discussing your strengths and weaknesses in an interview?

Avoid generic or unhelpful answers like 'I can't focus' or 'I don't have any weaknesses.' Interviewers appreciate self-awareness, so focus on areas where you're actively improving.

How do you describe your personal qualities in a way that impresses the interviewer?

Describe qualities that reflect adaptability, leadership, and a strong work ethic. Show how these qualities have shaped your academic and extracurricular achievements, which directly tie into your suitability for the program or job.

What should you do if an interviewer asks about a particular weakness and its impact on your work?

Describe the weakness in a way that acknowledges its impact but also shows how you’re addressing it. For example, overthinking can lead to stress, but you're managing it through meditation, which demonstrates both self-awareness and proactive behavior.

How do you approach discussing past mistakes, like lower grades in certain subjects, during an interview?

Be candid but focus on how you learned from the experience and have since improved. Showing that you've reflected on past challenges and turned them into opportunities for growth will demonstrate maturity and responsibility.

What is the best way to express why you’re applying for a particular course at Christ University?

Explain how your academic interests and career goals align with the course. For example, if you're applying for a management program, discuss how your Humanities background complements your understanding of organizational behavior and leadership.