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I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There was 1 interview round.
(1 Question)
- Q1. About previous work experience.
Interview Preparation Tips
- Advanced Excel
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
Questions related to arrays,structures and union
Topics about ai and it's evolution
Interview Preparation Tips
I appeared for an interview in Sep 2016.
Interview Questionnaire
9 Questions
- Q1. How does Internet work?
- Ans.
The Internet is a global network of computers that communicate with each other using standardized protocols.
The Internet is made up of millions of interconnected devices, including computers, servers, routers, and switches.
Data is transmitted over the Internet in the form of packets, which are small units of information.
The Internet uses a set of protocols, such as TCP/IP, to ensure reliable and efficient communication...
- Q2. Difference between http and https?
- Ans.
HTTP is unsecured while HTTPS is secured with SSL/TLS encryption.
HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, while HTTPS stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure.
HTTP operates on port 80, while HTTPS operates on port 443.
HTTP data is transmitted in plain text, while HTTPS data is encrypted using SSL/TLS.
HTTPS provides authentication, integrity, and confidentiality of data exchanged between a client and a server.
W...
- Q3. What is white and black box testing?
- Ans.
White box testing is a method of testing where the internal structure and implementation details of the software are known and tested. Black box testing is a method of testing where the internal structure and implementation details of the software are unknown and only the inputs and outputs are tested.
White box testing is also known as clear box testing, glass box testing, or structural testing.
It focuses on testing th...
- Q4. Write the code to print the pattern that was provided?
- Ans.
Print a pattern using code
Use nested loops to iterate through rows and columns
Use string concatenation to build each row of the pattern
Print each row to display the pattern
- Q5. Merge two arrays without using a third array.
- Ans.
Merge two arrays without using a third array.
Use the concat() method to merge the arrays.
Alternatively, you can use the push() method to add elements from one array to another.
Remember to handle the case where the arrays have different lengths.
- Q6. Three ants are at the corner of the triangle. Find the probability that they will never meet.
- Ans.
The probability that three ants at the corner of a triangle will never meet.
The ants can move randomly in any direction.
The probability depends on the shape and size of the triangle.
The probability can be calculated using geometric probability or simulation.
Assumptions need to be made about the ants' movement patterns.
- Q7. Basic Introduction.
- Q8. Tell me the times you have regreted your decisions and how did you cope up with it.
- Ans.
I have regretted decisions in the past but learned from them to make better choices in the future.
Regretted not studying enough for a crucial exam, leading to a lower grade. Learned to prioritize studying and time management.
Regretted not speaking up in a meeting when I had a valuable idea. Learned to be more assertive and confident in sharing my thoughts.
Regretted not taking a job opportunity that could have advanced ...
- Q9. Tell me about yor family , hobbies and any event that made you and your family feel proud.
- Ans.
I come from a close-knit family with a passion for outdoor activities. We recently celebrated my brother's graduation, which was a proud moment for all of us.
Family: Close-knit and supportive
Hobbies: Outdoor activities like hiking and camping
Proud moment: Brother's graduation ceremony
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: They basically are testing your reflexes and how quick you are at understanding a problem and arriving at a solution.
Tips: For greater accuracy attempt lesser questions ensuring each of the attemped one's are correct.
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 50
Round: Technical Interview
Tips: Just be thorough with basic concepts of programming and be yourself.
Round: HR Interview
Tips: Relax and be cool. Don't answer just for the sake of answering it.
Skills: Basic C/C++, implementing , networks
College Name: Thapar University, Patiala
Skills evaluated in this interview
I appeared for an interview before Jan 2016.
Interview Questionnaire
1 Question
- Q1. Elevator design and puzzles and core java and sql queries
Interview Preparation Tips
Tips: Speed and accuracy needed
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Questions: 30
Skills: Analytical Skills, Java Programming, Mysql
College Name: IIIT Allahabad
Gautam Bansal
Interview Questionnaire
5 Questions
- Q1. Your client is a fruits and vegetables retailer who is facing inventory management issues
- Ans.
Suggest inventory management solutions for a fruits and vegetables retailer.
Analyze sales data to determine popular items and adjust inventory levels accordingly
Implement a first-in, first-out (FIFO) system to ensure freshness of produce
Use technology such as barcode scanning and automated ordering to streamline inventory management
Consider partnering with local farmers to reduce transportation costs and ensure fresh p...
- Q2. Brief Introduction
- Q3. Why consulting?
- Ans.
Consulting offers a dynamic and challenging work environment that allows me to apply my problem-solving skills and work with a variety of clients.
Consulting provides exposure to diverse industries and business models
It offers the opportunity to work with a variety of clients and teams
Consulting requires critical thinking and problem-solving skills
It offers a dynamic and challenging work environment
Consulting provides o...
- Q4. You must be having a busy day. How many interviews are you through with?
- Ans.
I have completed X number of interviews so far today.
I have completed 5 interviews today.
I have been through 7 interviews today.
I have completed 3 interviews and have 2 more scheduled for later today.
- Q5. A 20-25 slide PPT. The client is a Dairy farming corp. based out of Western Europe. Its current market is almost saturated. The client wants to expand its existing operations. It has several markets wit...
- Ans.
Evaluate prospects for expansion of a saturated Dairy farming corp. based in Western Europe with several markets under consideration.
Analyze the potential demand for dairy products in the new markets
Assess the competition in the new markets
Evaluate the feasibility of production and distribution in the new markets
Consider the regulatory environment in the new markets
Develop a comprehensive marketing strategy for the new
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Identified that the problem could either be surplus or wastage. Understood the inventory procurement and management system. Took a sample fruit for a given week and proceeded with inventory optimization. Developed alternative inventory plans and selected the best one. Then asked to synthesize.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: The interviewer didn’t have my CV. He preferred a brief introduction. Probed about other shortlists and interviews I had.
Then opened an elaborate PPT and walked me through the slides. It was a Dairy Farming Corp. based out of western Europe and we looked at acquisition targets across 4 markets. After 10 minutes of running me through a number of tables and graphs, I was given a minute to think and recommend the best option for the client. I Didn’t lose sight of the bigger picture. Concluded with a recommendation and case synthesis.
General Tips: 1. Respond to the tone of the interviewer.
2. Being composed matters.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
Interview Questionnaire
5 Questions
- Q1. Tell me about yourself
- Q2. Tell me a situation where you created an impact and brought about a change
- Q3. A pharma company is in phase-1 trials of a first of it’s kind drug in the world that can cure baldness permanently. Should it go ahead and sell this formula and rights to a potential buyer and if yes,...
- Q4. The client is a motorcycle manufacturer from India, wanting to sell motorcycles in Nigeria. For simplicity we will talk in INR terms. The motorcycle market of Nigeria is dominated by 3-4 Chinese manuf...
- Q5. The case was a no quantitative one. It was about a private bank which has recently got 50 branch opening licences from RBI. How to decide where to set up these branches?
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Two things in the problem statement set the path for me.
a. “Phase -1 trials”, so phase -2, so phase-3 etc had to be looked into – basically the whole development stage from a drug in a lab to a drug in the marketplace.
b. “for what amount” – clearly this case demanded working with numbers, because it was not just a yes/no question, but also asked an approximate deal price.
Solving the case.
a) I laid out the value chain in development of a drug.
b) The interviewer on prodding gave me costs involved in the phased clinical trials and their probabilities of success.
c) CATCH: Phase 3 trials success of failures probability does not affect the overall outcome in expenditure, as even if it is a failure, you have spent the money
d) So I have an approximate numbers on cost in different scenarios.
e) Now, I tried to estimate the potential revenue that can be earned from this drug. The interviewer gave the selling price of the drug has been fixed at USD1000. So now its more of a question of market sizing.
f) Since the company is a global pharma giant, it would be selling all over the world.
g) The problem was now reduced to finding the number of potential male bald customers worldwide ready to shell out USD1000 for a cure.
h) The math worked out that there was no way to make money from this drug (It took a little bit of guts to state this conclusion to the interviewer), and the company abandon this project. Or better still, if somebody is ready to buy the right, just sell it for any amount above the costs you have incurred so far.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: First I tried to understand the Nigerian motorcycle market. Also, I tried to understand if there was any possibility of the Indian maker to sell cheap – that possibility was ruled out. So, if cost leadership does not work, product differentiation will. How could we then differentiate our product?
a) CATCH: As it turned out in the course of our discussion, the motorcycles were used as taxis
b) The drivers owned the motorcycles and plied pillions around the city for a fee.
c) I worked out the math for these chinese motorcycles -buying cost, maintenance, life, mileage, etc.
d) If the Indian client could beat that number, we could have a winner - the buying cost was high, but we were better on mileage, on life (3 years vs 2 years for the chinese product) and on maintenance. Still the number was not favourable.
e) Next came the idea, that if we could not reduce the cost for the drivers, can we improve the revenue. An idea that I blurted out, but which turned out to be the one the interviewer was looking for – was to have a longer seat so that a total of three people could ride the motorcycle comfortably.
f) Now the numbers started making sense. Also note that the previous numbers would have changed, because the mileage with 3 people on board will be less than 2 ppl onboard. Also, the amount individual customers are ready to shell out for a shared taxi will be lesser than for a private taxi. All these changes accounted for, the numbers still looked positive.
g) So a go ahead was declared.
h) Now came the second part, given that we decide to enter Nigeria – how do we position ourselves as a brand and convince the locals to tru out our new expensive product –the benefits of which can only be ascertained after a period of one or two years i) The answer came in renting out these bikes to the drivers on a trial basis, and let them appreciate our better bikes and let word of mouth do the rest.
General Tips: a). Be calm, but be enthusiastic in the interview. Enthusiasm shows.
b). Make the interview a two way process. Let the interviewer help you solve the problem. He will drop hints. LISTEN to them.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
Interview Questionnaire
6 Questions
- Q1. Introduction
- Q2. General HR
- Q3. Case
- Q4. Extensive HR
- Q5. Small case
- Q6. A tractor manufacturing company’s share is declining. Company Description, Manufacturing Operations, and Revenue Split – by product and geography. The company had 4 tractor models (different hp powers)
- Ans.
The tractor manufacturing company's declining share is due to lack of product diversification and limited market reach.
The company needs to expand its product line to cater to different customer needs.
The company should explore new markets and increase its presence in existing ones.
The company can consider partnerships or collaborations to enhance its manufacturing capabilities.
The company should focus on improving its...
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Discussed about the various possibilities of the revenues decline –any particular geography, product or channel. There was a particular region where the sales were declining. The sales in the region primarily consisted of 2 tractor models – 35 and 45 hp.
Tried to approach the problem by dividing the issue areas between Internal and External.
Internal – Company related issues related to 4Ps. External – Competition, Consumer Behaving Pattern or External Environment overall (PESTLE).
The prices of the product w.r.t to competitors was at par. However, the maintenance costs was higher as compared to competitors and hence the sales were going down.
Solution:
Proposed a solution of providing extended warranty. Also the excess costs incurred by the company could be recovered by increasing costs of the other 2 tractors (as its market price was slightly lower than its competitors) compromise on the profits.
General Tips: Just be comprehensive. It does no matter if reach the solution or not. Just be exhaustive and have a structured approach.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
Interview Questionnaire
4 Questions
- Q1. Why consulting?
- Ans.
Consulting offers diverse challenges and opportunities to work with different clients and industries.
Consulting provides exposure to various industries and clients
Offers diverse challenges and opportunities for growth
Allows for continuous learning and development
Provides a chance to make a significant impact on clients' businesses
- Q2. Why BCG?
- Ans.
BCG is a top-tier consulting firm with a reputation for excellence and a commitment to making a positive impact.
BCG's focus on innovation and problem-solving aligns with my own values and interests.
I am impressed by BCG's track record of delivering impactful solutions to clients across industries.
BCG's collaborative and supportive culture is a great fit for my working style and career goals.
- Q3. Case on market entry for a Mobile Repairing centre (the authorized repair centre for a company)
- Ans.
Market entry for authorized mobile repairing centre
Conduct market research to identify potential customers and competitors
Develop a strong brand image and marketing strategy
Establish partnerships with mobile phone manufacturers for authorized repairs
Offer competitive pricing and quality services
Train and hire skilled technicians
Provide excellent customer service to build a loyal customer base
- Q4. Case on Profitability – Tractor manufacturing company. My profits are declining. On further questioning, I found out that the company dealt in 3 types of tractors. Followed the standard approach and f...
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: If I am an authorized service centre for a mobile company and I want to set up my own mobile service centre to service handsets of products whose warranties have expired, how should I enter the market.
He wasn’t convinced with my why consult answer and coz of that I screwed up my case too. Also, it was the 1st interview for the day and screwed up coz of nervousness. Didn’t ask qualifying questions. Structure was all over the place.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Qualifying questions were perfect. Applied the correct approach. Detected the problem in the after sales service. Perfect recommendations.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
Interview Questionnaire
4 Questions
- Q1. Tell me about yourself
- Ans.
I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for learning and a strong work ethic.
I have a degree in computer science and have completed several internships in the tech industry.
I am proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++.
I am a quick learner and enjoy taking on new challenges.
I am a team player and have experience working on group projects.
I am excited about the opportunity to gain more...
- Q2. The case was based on a tractor manufacturer and the falling market share of the company. The primary idea was to lay out all possible reasons for such a fall both from the view of supply and customer...
- Q3. The aim was to improve the profit per ton of cement sold. This was again a quantitative case where the different transportation routes were to be mapped and the most profitable markets were identified...
- Q4. This was a case discussion as opposed to a case solving exercise. Here the interviewer discussed the various possibilities for starting a new shop in terms of pricing, costs, financing, recruitment, l...
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: The first round required a systematic approach and therefore adequate preparation helped to solve this case in a structured manner.
Tips: Overall presenting ideas with logic and structure helped me.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: The second round did not go well for me. Here it was easy to get lost in the many levels of the case and therefore it would be useful to attempt some quantitative cases as well. Along with this, it was important to stay calm when solving the case was hard which I was not able to do well enough.
General Tips: Prepare hard and work on exploring all possible options within a case.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
I applied via Referral
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: I took a complete background check with regard to the motivation behind diversifying into IT sector. Also, what kind of IT businesses it wanted to diversify. The interviewer suggested that they want to achieve revenue of USD 5Bn from current USD 4Bn. Also, they want a margin of 12-15% from this new business. Also, the major consumer of IT services are Europe and US.So, I divided the problem into two parts –1. Whether IT business would serve them the purpose for achieving desired revenue. 2. If yes, then what would be the strategy for entering into IT services?I started off with the projected revenue estimates for all types of IT services. However, the interviewer changed the problem statement (due to paucity of time I suppose). He asked what would be the basis for selecting companies from an acquisition standpoint from an initial pool of companies across the globe. I came up with two matrix table wherein I stated what the Indian conglomerate wants from the acquisition (ie Need) and what it can offer to the target company (ie want of target) and tried to match it.The interviewer informed that the Indian conglomerate was cash rich company, stands on its values and has strong client relationship with manufacturing sectors / vendors. So I started linking all of them –
•funding –requirement for cash strapped companies
•Reputation –It can offer brand value to companies not well known
•Client relation to leverage –Companies not present in manufacturing IT services.Also, during discussion, I linked the problem practically to how Mahindra went on to acquire Satyam and what factors it looked before bidding. I think the interviewer was impressed with the linking to case to practical situation.
Round: Problem Statement
Experience: Me: Define market share?
Interviewer: Market share is defined by quantity and sales value.
Me: There could be 3 possible scenarios: Market stagnant, we are losing out to competitors; Market growing but we are not growing as fast as market; market shrinking but we are losing more than our competitors.
Interviewer: Second scenario
Me: Major customers
Interviewer: Real estate companies.
After a brief background question, I started off with the problem analysis.
I broke the problem into Demand and Supply side. Under demand side, I mapped the consumer behaviour analysis of buyer and brought out several points. However, the interviewer was interested in delving into supply side. Anyway, he told me to analyse demand side.Based on our discussion, we realized that pricing and timely delivery was an issue. Pricing is based on cost plus pricing. Cost includes transportation cost which was significantly higher than industry standards. High transportation cost stems from the fact that the factory was located far away from the market. Also, acquisition of lime stone has been a challenge for the company. I think the interviewer was impressed from the fact that the problem was solved from the demand side. Also, I quickly suggested 2 solutions to the problem:
•Short term –Reduce prices and take a hit on profit to regain market share
•Medium term –Follow hub and spoke model to reduce delay in delivery time
•Long term –Acquire a source (may be mine or long term supplier) for lime stone.
Round: Problem Statement
Experience: I took background questions regarding in which circle it operates and its vision in India. I suggested that I would do a Net Present Value analysis and would bench mark against return expected by Norway Head Office. We went into revenue stream like voice and data. Cost included operating, spectrum, license fee etc. He seemed to be satisfied with the response. Also, he asked me why AT&T is not bidding for the spectrum. I explained that Uninor has invested time, effort in understanding Indian market which AT&T has not. I drew learning curve of both Uninor and AT&T. He seemed impressed.
Tips: 1.Be calm and composed. Even if one interview does not go well, one would have another chance to perform.
2.Take good background questions to understand the problem. Dissect the problem and then approach.
3.Structured thinking is very important. Also, explain briefly the broad bucket in the structure.
4.All suggestions should have some basis based on the inputs taken during the interview.
5.Thorough CV and HR preparation are hygiene factors.
6.Always smile!
Skills: Case Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Problem Solving Abilties
College Name: IIM Lucknow
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