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The Importance of Teamwork

Whether in the workplace or in campus premises effective teamwork can produce incredible results. However, working successfully as a team is not as easy as it may seem. Effective teamwork certainly does not just happen automatically; it takes a great deal of hard work and compromise. There are a number of factors that must be in place to cohere together as a team and work seamlessly.

• Good leadership: Effective leadership is one of the most important components of good teamwork. The team’s leader should possess the skills to create and maintain a positive working environment and motivate and inspire the team members to take a positive approach to work and be highly committed. An effective team leader will promote a high level of morale and make them feel supported and valued.
• Clear communication: Communication is a vital factor of all interpersonal interaction and especially that of a team. Team members must be able to articulate their feelings, express plans and goals, share ideas and see each other’s viewpoints.
• Establishing roles: It is absolutely necessary for team members to understand what their role on the team is, what he/she is responsible for. The team leader can enable this by defining the purpose in a clear-cut manner in the beginning of the formation of the team.
• Conflict Resolution: Conflicts will arise no matter how well a team functions together. The best way to counter conflict is to have structured methods of conflict resolution. Team members should be able to voice their concerns without fear of offending others. Instead of avoiding conflict issues, a hands-on approach that resolves them quickly is much better. It is often advised that the team leader sit with the conflicting parties and help work out their differences without taking sides and trying to remain objective if possible.
• Set a good example: The team leader must set a good example for good teamwork to come about. In order to keep team members positive and committed and motivated, the team leader herself/himself needs to exhibit these qualities. The team looks to the leader for support and guidance so any negativity on the leader’s part can be disastrous.

Regardless of what type of sales you are in, you may one day be asked to be part of a team sales effort, and knowing how to effectively work on and with a team is going to be crucial to your success and that of your team.

Do's and Dont's in an interview:

• Do prepare and practice the different types of job interviews that you might have. (See types of job interviews.)

• Do prepare yourself for behavioral questions concerning situations you have encountered in the past, and how you would handle them in the future.

• Do visualize the interview in your head the night before. Picture interviewer asking you all of the questions that you already have answers for. See the interview as a complete success before it ever happens. Talk yourself into being confident and prepared.

• Do Dress for Success: Always dress professionally. A conservative suit is still the rule unless you are told differently by the recruiter. First impressions leave strong images. Remember, you are marketing a product -- yourself -- to a potential employer, and the first thing the employer sees when greeting you is your attire; thus, you must make every effort to have the proper dress for the type of job you are seeking.

• Do know the Job Location: It is important to know the exact place and time of the interview, the interviewers full name, the correct pronunciation, and his/her title. Always plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early. If you are running late, call the recruiter and the interviewer and let them know as soon as possible.

• Do greet the receptionist or assistant with courtesy and respect. Remember first impressions are important. If presented with a job application make sure and fill it out completely and accurately.

• Do make sure you have extra resumes for the interview.

• Do greet the interviewer(s) by name and shake hands firmly.

• Do wait until you are offered a chair before sitting. Remember body language and posture: sit upright and look alert and interested at all times.

• Do make good eye contact with your interviewer(s).

• Do ask intelligent questions about the job, company, or industry.

• Don't ever not ask any questions -- it shows a lack of interest.

• Do show enthusiasm in the position and the company.

• Do have a high confidence and energy level, but don't be overly aggressive.

• Do make sure that your good points come across to the interviewer in a factual, sincere manner.

• Do stress your achievements. And don't offer any negative information about yourself.

• Do show off the research you have done on the company/industry and especially that you visited their website.

• Do always conduct yourself as if you are determined to get the job you are discussing. Never close the door on an opportunity until you are sure about it.

• Do close the interview by telling the interviewer(s) that you are very interested in working for the company and ask what the next step would be. If it feels right ask for the job!

• Do try and get business cards from each person you interviewed with.

• Do immediately take down notes after the interview finishes so you will remember important information about the job.

• Do follow up with writing thank you letters within 24 hours to each person who you interviewed with. (You may refer to the sample Thank You Letter.)

• Do make sure you call the recruiter after your interview to tell them about what your interest level is in pursuing the opportunity.

• Don't ask about salary, vacations, bonuses, retirement, or other benefits until after you've received an offer.

• Don't say anything negative about former colleagues, supervisors, or employers.

• Don't smoke or chew gum on an interview.

• Don't ever lie. Answer questions truthfully, frankly and succinctly.

• Don't answer questions with a simple "yes" or "no." Always explain your skills, accomplishments and success stories. Give examples.

• Don't be soft-spoken. Project confidence in your voice.

• Don't let anxiety or nervousness take control stay cool and confident.

• Don't go into too much detail about your personal issues or family problems. Keep the discussion on a professional/business level.

• Don't answer cell phone calls during the interview, and do turn off (or set to silent ring) your cell phone and/or pager.

Infrastructure Facilities

Infrastructure Facilities

The department is housed in the School of Management building with state -of art facilities and fully equipped with all infrastructural requirements needed for the students to develop themselves as global leaders. Some of the facilities which are offered include the following:
* Congenial air conditioned class rooms with Audio Visual aids
* 24X 7 over 365 days Internet Campus
* Class rooms with Wi-Fi connectivity
* Laptop connectivity for every student for effective participation
* Placement Cell with good track record
* Well equipped library
* Case studies with international perspectives
* Terms papers, Team projects and Internship
* Guest lectures by top executives from MNCs and other B-Schools

Entrance Examinations & Programmes offered

Entrance Examination

MBA: International Business: Admission into the MBA (International Business) Programme will be based on All India level entrance examinations to be conducted by the University. The entrance examination consists of 100 Objective Type questions and will be on the lines of CAT/ MAT/ GMAT (covering Test of English & Comprehension , Test of Mathematics, Test of Reasoning & Logical Thinking, Test of Personal Judgement and General Knowledge).
Ph.D.: International Business (Full-Time & Part-Time) : Admissions to Ph.D. programme in International Business shall be based on the field of specialization and the vacancies available with eligible guides in the Department. The selection procedure is based on ther the entrance test which shall consist of 100 objective type questions covering all the functional areas of Management at the MBA level.

Programmes Offered

MBA (International Business)
Ph.D. (International Business)
P.G. Diploma in Foreign Trade (Add-on)

Department of International Business

About Department

The process of globalization has enabled India to emerge as economic super power thus attracting investments from giant global business players of multi-nations. At the same time, a sizable number of Indian MNCs are also gearing up their international business operations across the world. It is in this emerging and transforming scenario, Pondicherry University has established, during the academic year 2006-07, the Department of International Business (DIB) under the School of Management to offer a specialized two-year fulltime post-graduate degree in MBA-International Business for the students to have a thorough understanding of those aspects of business which are trans-boundary in nature.
The DIB has designed the MBA-International Business Programme with a special focus on imparting training and molding aspirants to acquire necessary core competencies, which are specifically required to manage global business operations. Besides giving conventional management education inputs, a highly competent set of faculty has designed and developed a course structure that will provide core competency skills in chosen areas of international business ranging from geo-political issues, managing in emerging economics, international trade and logistics, global banking, financial services and insurance management, IT and ITES management, international tourism, hospitality and customer relationship management, retail management, export and import system, cross-cultural management, foreign language and environmental issues The course curriculum is so organized that the students are groomed to take up the challenges of new millennium, which are truly international and competitive in nature and not restricted by geographical or political boundaries.