Interview with Gargi Shah, TYBMS Sem 5 Topper 2014-15, S.K. Somaiya College

Rank in Ty – 1st
Percentage – 83%

1) Tell us about yourself?
1) Hello, Myself Miss Gargi M Shah . I m right now pursuing TYBMS in s k somaiya college
I chose bms as I did not wanted to do regular bcom so I decided to go for self financing course ! Bms because management is what further will help a lot.  So I thought to go for bms.

2) How does it feel to be a Topper of the college in TY Sem V exams?

2) It feels to b great being topper in Bms! Finally it makes me realise that hardwork do pay good in your life.

3) Whom will you credit your success to?
3) I would honestly give credit to my MOM and my Friend AKASH CHADWA specially without forgetting ! They seriously helped me a lot by taking my revision ! Helping at every step ! Helping me in solving sums , group study etc. I would also give credit to my college teachers . I honestly feel there is no need of joining extra class if u attend lecture in college as college teachers also teach very well and easy. I Thank my family for cooperating with me and understanding me.

4) Did you start preparing from the first day of your TY Sem V?
4) I m not a bookworm ! I attended my college lecture attentively n started studying just a month before examination . If u concentrate n study then u can prepare in a Month easily.
5) How did you study for Sem V?
5) I studied by preparing my own notes for each subject
Usually I used to make head point notes for all theory subjects like service sector marketing, logistics, business ethics  and hrm
While for practical papers I used to solve the sums which were taught in the college
I practiced both theory and practice papers of previous years and also Perkins papers were solved
6) Which are the easy subjects in Sem V?
6) Super easy subject Business Ethics and Service Sector management
In practical both fm and ssf
7) Any special way of writing the answers? Do you write answers in bullet points or in paragraphs?
7 ) I prefer writing answers in both bullets as well as paragraph depending on questions
I usually start with an introduction paragraph
Then the main content (in points or paragraph )
Then a short conclusion
I make sure I write maximum examples and keep the launguage of my answer more attractive and underline the points which I want to highlight with blue / black pen  or dark pencil
8) How do you crack case studies in theory and practical subjects?
8) Case studies were solved many in college. Teachers specially kept lecture for solving case study. I used to read case completely. Understand the theme of case study . Link it with chapters and then answer it with few own point and few textual answers
9) Did you draw any diagram in any paper? Is it mandatory? Does it help to get more marks?
9) I actually draw diagram where ever necessary. They help in presentation. Make it look attractive. Answers look more in length and helps in linking with answers
10)Any specific study pattern adopted i.e. timetable / how many hours per subject per day etc.?
10) no such timetable. Just started studying those subjects first which had no holiday during examination and later the left over subject. I believe this is what all do
11) How do you fight against mood swings and distractions during exam preparation?
11 ) I go out, hangout with friends . Spend time with family.  Have lots of coffee watch tv and  do more stuff which makes me refreshed and then back to study
12) If you are made the Vice Chancellor of Mumbai University, what changes would you like to initiate in Indian education system?
12) I believe there is too much theoretical in our studies that’s why we lack practical knowledge. I believe there should b some changes where we get marks on practical as well as theoretical knowledge. This would b the best change if I could bring
13) Many students prepare sincerely but constantly live under fear that they are not from big college / not from English medium and eventually lose confidence. What message would you like to these students?
13) I believe no one should feel themselves underdog ! They can do their best. Hard work does show the fruits.  And if they believe they have English issue they can best watch many English movies and English shows .watch English news channel and talk with friends in English. Their language problem can also be solved.

14) Through this struggle and success, what have you learned? What is the wisdom of life and competition?

14 ) I believe patience is the best key . Don’t listen to anyone except your own conscience! Do what you feel is right. Study with hard work.  Keep a healthy competition with your colleagues. Don’t get distracted easily . If all this is done then one can easily achieve their goals in life ! Just stay happy and stress relief.  Stress makes you more worst and demotivates you !
15) Your feedback for BMS.co.in?
15) I believe bms.co.in is the best site which students should prefer because they give you timely info and update you with best knowledge.

COURTESY: FARHEEN SYED