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Updated 21 Feb 2024

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Project Lead Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 21 Feb 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
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Process Duration
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Result
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Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Difference between R squared and adjusted R squared
  • Ans. 

    R squared measures the proportion of variance explained by the independent variables, while adjusted R squared adjusts for the number of predictors in the model.

    • R squared is the proportion of variance in the dependent variable that is predictable from the independent variables.

    • Adjusted R squared penalizes the addition of unnecessary predictors in the model, providing a more accurate measure of the model's goodness of f...

  • Answered by AI

Project Lead Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 26 Nov 2021

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. Square of 35
  • Ans. 

    The square of 35 is 1225.

    • To find the square of a number, you multiply it by itself.

    • 35 x 35 = 1225

    • The square of a number is always positive.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Swuare root of 13
  • Ans. 

    The square root of 13 is approximately 3.60555.

    • The square root of a number is the value that, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number.

    • The square root of 13 can be estimated by finding the square roots of nearby perfect squares (e.g. 9 and 16) and interpolating.

    • The exact value of the square root of 13 is an irrational number that goes on infinitely without repeating.

    • The square root of 13 can be written as √

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How many TV can a new company expect to sell in delhi region
  • Ans. 

    It depends on various factors such as market demand, competition, pricing, marketing strategy, etc.

    • Market research can provide an estimate of potential sales

    • Competitive analysis can help in understanding the market share

    • Pricing strategy can impact the sales volume

    • Marketing efforts can influence the sales

    • Sales forecast can be made based on historical data and trends

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Probability and Combination related questions
  • Q5. Linear Regression
  • Q6. Alteryx based questions
  • Q7. Fuzzy Lookup

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and dont target in giving an exact answer but focus on logic and reasoning

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Project Lead Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Apr 2022

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Guesstimate on cars in Delhi city
  • Ans. 

    There are approximately 10 million cars in Delhi city.

    • Delhi has a population of over 18 million people

    • Car ownership is increasing rapidly in India

    • Traffic congestion is a major issue in Delhi

    • Government is promoting public transportation to reduce car usage

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why looking for change
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Case study on market entry
  • Q2. What are your expectations

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well, math should be right

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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Feb 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Tests are Pymetrics and an online case. Pymetrics is a personality test of sorts (risk aversion, pattern recognition, etc.) this was benchmarked against successful Consultants. Online case is multiple choice but the questions flow like a normal case interview. You will get a final round interview if you do really well on them. If you just ‘pass’, you have to have an internal designation of a high priority or very high priority candidate. (See advice)

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Standard 2 case interviews with senior leaders, already a lot of material on this elsewhere

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I led campus recruiting for 2 top MBA programs. Every interaction before an interview is important. You really want to be on the high priority or very high priority lists. The coffee chats are not just to answer your questions, we make a 25-minute determination of whether you had an impressive background, we’re inquisitive, and passed the airport test. Make sure you bring your energy to all of it. It determines how much support you get and how many interactions you have with senior leaders during the recruiting process to give you advice.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Case Study 

Internal case of a biscuit manufacturing company. Details about company background, sales, figures are given and based on those 3 questions were asked.

Round 2 - Case Study 

Part 2 of the same case study was asked where the company should go for IPO or expansion in local market. based on the facts, decision and justification had to be given

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly experienced consultant with a strong background in problem-solving and strategic planning.

    • Over 10 years of experience in consulting for various industries

    • Expertise in analyzing complex business challenges and providing effective solutions

    • Proven track record of delivering successful projects on time and within budget

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to build rapport with clients

    • Ability to...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Confidence is key for this job. Even if the background is not an exact match they are willing to give you a shot if you think you are better.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. More question regarding business strategy rather than technical things
  • Q2. What type of testing u have used what's ur test strategy plan
  • Ans. 

    I have used various types of testing such as functional, regression, performance, and security testing. My test strategy plan involves identifying test scenarios, creating test cases, executing tests, and reporting defects.

    • Functional testing to ensure the software meets the specified requirements

    • Regression testing to ensure new changes do not affect existing functionality

    • Performance testing to ensure the software can h...

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2018. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. How/where do you get inspiration
  • Ans. 

    I get inspiration from nature, art, travel, and conversations with diverse individuals.

    • Nature - observing the beauty and patterns in the natural world

    • Art - exploring different forms of creativity and expression

    • Travel - experiencing new cultures, landscapes, and perspectives

    • Conversations - learning from diverse individuals and their unique stories

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a change
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

    • Looking to expand my skill set and knowledge in a new role

    • Interested in taking on more responsibilities and challenges

    • Seeking a more collaborative and innovative work environment

    • Want to explore new industries or sectors for career development

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Basic html, css & questions about AEM.

Round: Skype interview
Experience: Questions about the nature of the current work.

General Tips: They look for the following :
Strong communication skills, ability to interact directly with the clients via calls, confidence, where/how do we visit to learn new skills & get inspirations.
Skills: Skype call , Ability to interact with the client via calls, Confidence, Communication
Duration: 1-4 weeks

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. How would you digitise NBFC loan disbursement
  • Ans. 

    Digitising NBFC loan disbursement involves implementing a digital platform for loan application, approval, and disbursement.

    • Develop a user-friendly digital platform for loan application and approval

    • Integrate the platform with credit bureaus for credit checks and risk assessment

    • Implement e-signature and e-KYC for paperless verification

    • Use APIs to connect with banks for fund transfer

    • Ensure data security and compliance wi...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared with Resume

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. If you have work experience, majority of the questions will revolve around it along with general questions related to about your own self, interests, achievements etc.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The best way to crack an interview will be to understand the job description and re align your resume based on similar work experience. Also during interview, one will need to have hands on knowledge of his/her previous work experience.

If a fresher - except general questions around the industry you are applying for including recent news, developments, basic product service understanding and so on.

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. My work experience
  • Q2. The kind of work I had done
  • Q3. Technical questions on Accounting standards and auditing and tax matters

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I would say that you must be very confident about what everything you write in your CV. The interview revolves around yiur CV. One must not brag in the CV and write everything honestly and with proper justification

Bain & Company Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Bain & Company Project Lead interview for experienced candidates?
Bain & Company interview process for experienced candidates usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Bain & Company interview process for experienced candidates are One-on-one Round and Technical.
How to prepare for Bain & Company Project Lead interview for experienced candidates?
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 Bain & Company. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Bain & Company expect are Consulting, Team Management, Private Equity, Intellectual Property and Analytical.
What are the top questions asked in Bain & Company Project Lead interview for experienced candidates?

Some of the top questions asked at the Bain & Company Project Lead interview for experienced candidates -

  1. How many TV can a new company expect to sell in delhi reg...read more
  2. Guesstimate on cars in Delhi c...read more
  3. Difference between R squared and adjusted R squa...read more

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