Bain & Company Analyst Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

It was a 1 hour test. It consists of two sections (i) 8 ques were of Business case studies (ii) 12 ques were of quantitative aptitude.

Q1. What is the difference between where and having clause ?
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Where clause is used to filter rows before grouping, while having clause is used to filter groups after grouping.
• Where clause is used with SELECT, UPDATE, DELETE statements to filter rows based on a condition.

• Having clause is used with GROUP BY statement to filter groups based on a condition.

• Where clause is applied before grouping, while having clause is applied after grouping.

• Example: SELECT * FROM table_name WHERE co...read more
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Q2. One ques was a guesstimate problem.
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Q1. Self Introduction.
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Q2. Business case problem which was to be solved in 15 minutes.
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Quants and basic dilr

Q1. Why consulting as a job?
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Consulting offers diverse challenges, opportunities to work with various industries, and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to work with a variety of industries and clients

• Constantly learning and developing new skills

• Solving complex problems and providing valuable insights

• Exposure to different business environments and challenges
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Q2. No of fans sold in india annually
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The number of fans sold in India annually varies depending on market demand and economic factors.
• Sales of fans in India are influenced by factors such as population growth, urbanization, and disposable income levels.

• Major fan manufacturers in India include companies like Orient Electric, Crompton Greaves, and Usha International.

• The demand for energy-efficient fans has been increasing in recent years due to rising aware...read more
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Q3. What is z test
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Z test is a statistical test used to determine if there is a significant difference between the means of two groups.
• Z test is used when the sample size is large and the population standard deviation is known.

• It compares the means of two groups by calculating the z-score and determining the probability of obtaining that result by chance.

• The z-score is calculated as the difference between the sample mean and the populati...read more
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DATA INTERPREATION 20 QUESTIONS 1 HOUR TIME

Q1. WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS COE?
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I chose this COE because of its strong reputation in the industry and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology.
• Reputation of the COE in the industry

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology

• Alignment of COE's goals with my career aspirations
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Q2. NO. OF BICYCLES SOLD IN DELHI?
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The number of bicycles sold in Delhi is not available.
• Data on the number of bicycles sold in Delhi is not provided

• It would require access to sales data from bicycle retailers in Delhi

• Market research or government statistics may have this information
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It was a short online test. Only 20 questions in an hour. Mostly data interpretation and behavioral questions were there.

Q1. Estimate number of iPhones sold in India in a year.
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It is difficult to provide an accurate estimate without specific sales data, but we can make an educated guess based on market trends and previous sales figures.
• Consider the overall smartphone market share of Apple in India

• Look at historical sales data of iPhones in India

• Analyze the impact of new iPhone releases on sales numbers

• Take into account any promotional campaigns or discounts offered by Apple in India
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Q1. Estimate number of ACs sold in Shimla
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Estimating the number of ACs sold in Shimla requires analyzing market trends, population demographics, and sales data from retailers.
• Research market trends and consumer preferences in Shimla

• Analyze population demographics to understand potential demand for ACs

• Collect sales data from retailers in Shimla to estimate the number of ACs sold

• Consider factors like climate, income levels, and competition in the AC market

• Use st...read more
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Questions on DI,LR. 20 Questions in 60 mins

Case and Guestimate based on your COE

HR and Case Studies based on COE

Smooth test, LR, DI and quant questions

Q1. Guesstimate based on your resume/extra curriculars
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Guesstimate the impact of my resume/extra curriculars
• Analyze the relevant skills and experiences mentioned in the resume

• Consider the impact of extracurricular activities on personal development

• Evaluate the potential value I can bring to the role based on my background

• Assess the alignment between my qualifications and the job requirements
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Q1. Market entry or profitability case solving
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