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American Express Business Analyst Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers

Updated 13 Aug 2024

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Business Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Ujjawal Ranjan

posted on 5 Aug 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is regression
  • Ans. 

    Regression is a statistical technique used to understand the relationship between variables and make predictions based on that relationship.

    • Regression helps in identifying the strength and direction of the relationship between variables.

    • It is used to predict the value of a dependent variable based on one or more independent variables.

    • Common types of regression include linear regression, logistic regression, and polynom...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is curse of dimensionality
  • Ans. 

    Curse of dimensionality refers to the issues that arise when working with high-dimensional data, leading to increased computational complexity and sparsity of data points.

    • High-dimensional data requires exponentially more data points to maintain the same level of data density.

    • Distance between data points becomes less meaningful as dimensions increase, making it harder to interpret relationships.

    • Increased computational c...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just have a good college in your CV. If you are from IIT/ IIM easy to get in

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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Basel regulatory
  • Q2. Implementation knowledge

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - We need to be throw of Basel regulations with reporting template. End to end techno functional implementation knowledge

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Aug 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. SQL JOINS
  • Q2. Python Packages
  • Ans. 

    Python packages are pre-written code libraries that can be imported and used in Python programs.

    • Packages contain modules, which contain functions and classes

    • Packages can be installed using pip or conda

    • Popular packages include NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib

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  • Q3. Python Projects mentioned in the resume
  • Q4. Basic HR questions
  • Q5. Puzzles
  • Q6. Basics about loans default in banking

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be Calm and composed and go through your resume properly.
Revise SQL, SAS, and Python if you are targeting a role in the business intelligence unit of axis bank

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. I was asked 3 Guesstimates. They weren't that difficult. They only wanted to see the process I took to get to the answer. The answer need not be correct.
  • Q2. They asked me what I thought about team work and how every team member's contribution is needed for the success of the project.
  • Q3. I talked about my work ex in Tableau so they asked what kind of work I did there.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare few Guesstimates before going to the interview. Also it would benefit If you can provide an experience with the analytical tools you have mentioned in the resume. It really helps.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jun 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. General concepts,work experience, projects

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and prepare your resume well

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. It was mostly about the instrument reference data and typical business analyst question about change management, BRD, Agile and technology we use.

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. SQL Questions, Case statements, Difference between Tree map and heat map, visualization charts, primary key foreign key
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. SSRS reporting, sql query test, group by, drill down reports

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident, If you don't know anything show enthusiasm that you are willing to learn

I was interviewed in Dec 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Any thing which your friends hate about you?
  • Ans. 

    I tend to be too organized and structured, which can annoy my friends at times.

    • My friends sometimes find my need for planning and structure to be excessive

    • I can be inflexible when it comes to deviating from my plans

    • My attention to detail can come across as nitpicky to some

    • I prioritize efficiency over spontaneity, which can be frustrating for my more laid-back friends

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  • Q2. Revenue collected by the barbers of Kanpur in an year
  • Ans. 

    I don't have the available data to answer this question.

    • Need data on number of barbers in Kanpur

    • Need data on average revenue per barber

    • Need data on number of working days in a year

    • Need data on number of customers per barber per day

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. If you are going to open an e-commerce website like Flipkart what will be the things that you will have to keep in mind.
  • Ans. 

    To open an e-commerce website like Flipkart, one must keep in mind various factors such as target audience, product range, user experience, logistics, and marketing.

    • Identify the target audience and their preferences

    • Offer a wide range of products to cater to different needs

    • Ensure a seamless user experience with easy navigation and quick loading time

    • Establish a robust logistics network for timely delivery and hassle-free...

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  • Q4. If given the other job profile will you accept it?
  • Ans. 

    It depends on the job profile and its alignment with my career goals.

    • I would consider the job profile and evaluate its alignment with my career goals.

    • I would assess the job responsibilities and the skills required for the role.

    • I would also consider the company culture and work environment.

    • If the job profile aligns with my career goals and offers growth opportunities, I would accept it.

    • However, if it does not align with...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Any one decision you will like to change in course of these 4 years which could open a better career profile for you.
  • Ans. 

    I would have pursued a certification in data science earlier.

    • I should have taken a course in data science during my undergraduate studies.

    • I could have pursued a certification in data science while working as a business analyst.

    • Learning data science earlier would have opened up more opportunities for me in the field.

    • I could have gained more experience in data analysis and visualization.

    • I could have applied for more adva

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: The question were tricky not conventional quant. Spend time on questions don't rush
Tips: CAT level preparation will be more than enough
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 60

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Basic HR questions. Be confident and good communication skills will help

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: There were 2 panelist one man and a woman. When they asked the revenue question, I asked the ma'am as to how many times do she go to a parlor and then how much does it cost each time. This lightened the mood and she was smiling throughout the interview. After listening to questions I was saying "Please give me 2 minutes to think over it" She finally said "Why do you want 2 minutes every time we ask a question" then i answered "I just want to come up with the best answer in 2 minutes and don't say anything irrelevant". They were very impressed said "Take as much time as you want "
Tips: Just be yourself. Confident with a smile. Workout the problem with them

Skills: Guesstimate Skills, HR Skills, Communication And Confidence, Ability To Handle Situations, Commitment
College Name: IIT Kanpur

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Initial shortlisting was based on resume where CGPA cutoff was around 8.

Round: Test
Experience: Questions were related to Data interpretation and Aptitude,which mostly tests a person's patience too.Around 20-25 were shortlisted after this round.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Questions relating to case studies and course done in your maths were asked.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: In this round,the candidate was asked to talk about himself, his qualities and mostly the activities he was involved in the past 4-5 years of his life.

Skill Tips: A proper revision of math courses will also be useful during interviews and can do much better by having preparation in case studies.
Skills: Good communication skills
College Name: IIT MADRAS

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Asked about career expectations

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep Calm and be confident

American Express Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in American Express Business Analyst interview for freshers?
American Express interview process for freshers usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the American Express interview process for freshers are Technical.
How to prepare for American Express Business Analyst interview for freshers?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at American Express. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at American Express expect are SQL, MIS, Career Development, Analytics and Operations.
What are the top questions asked in American Express Business Analyst interview for freshers?

Some of the top questions asked at the American Express Business Analyst interview for freshers -

  1. What is curse of dimensional...read more
  2. What is regress...read more
  3. What are inorganic and organic results in digital market...read more

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