The preparation for IIM Abstract GD topics is
essential for the preparation for the overall GD/PI as
abstract topics will either appear in the Group
Discussion or the individual extempore. In any case
you only get one shot for a seat at the MBA institute
of your choice and thus it makes sense to have
adequate preparation on this aspect as well in
advance.
Here are 3 simple steps to begin your preparation for
IIM Abstract GD topics:
1) Formulate your reply based on something that
you are well versed with to gain confidence: The
Abstract GD topic is a chance for you to exercise
creativity with your existing body of knowledge. So if
you are from the arts, try to connect the topic with
something that you have studied earlier. This will
dissolve the initial fear of wondering what to say.
2) Make your reply open ended: Always begin the
statement to your viewpoint as "Ladies and
gentlemen the given topic can be interpreted to
mean...." This way other people who are clueless of
what to say, will simply add supporting points to
your initial viewpoint which makes you the
automatic leader of the Group Discussion
3) Break the topic into 10 mini points, i,e formulate
replies that are related to the Abstract topic based on
- 2 things you read on Sports
- 2 things that you saw on TV or movies
- 2 things that you read in a business magazine
- 2 things related to politics and the Abstract topic
- 2 things related to the environment at large
This way if somebody has said something really
intelligent you can create a new point on the
Abstract topic which will turn back the attention on
you. Using the above steps will help you win at the
IIM Abstract GD topics. Get more ready made
strategies based on Abstract Group Discussion topics.