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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Arjun Bhaduri

posted on 22 Dec 2015

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Why should BCG select you?
  • Ans. 

    BCG should select me because of my strong analytical skills, proven track record of delivering results, and ability to work well in teams.

    • Strong analytical skills demonstrated through successful completion of complex projects

    • Proven track record of delivering results, such as increasing revenue by 20% in my previous role

    • Ability to work well in teams, shown through successful collaboration with colleagues on various proj

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. My tastes in food?
  • Ans. 

    I have a diverse palate and enjoy trying new cuisines from around the world.

    • I enjoy trying new cuisines and dishes

    • I appreciate a balance of flavors and textures in a meal

    • I am open to vegetarian, vegan, and meat-based options

    • I enjoy cooking and experimenting with different ingredients

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Case:A cement manufacturer based out of East India has been seeing his prices in east India dip heavily in the past few months. Despite being the market leader, he seems to be unable to arrest the fall in prices. The aim as a consultant lies to raise the prices by 10% and find a strategy to make sure the prices do not fall so easily again.
Case analysis:
This was a very complex case with multiple problems and solutions with each having a different set of pros and cons. He wanted me to see the case from a simple
demand and supply point of view.
Structure:
The supply was overshooting demand in the market as a result of the actions of competitors. So the issue was also to do with the distributors in the middle and how brand consciousness would come into the scene. The structure could be simplified to a 2*2 matrix with price elasticity of demand and brand consciousness on the axes. The issue could be then simplified on the basis of the quadrant in focus.
Summary:

Overall, the issue was embedded in being able to use game theory with the distributor and play prices up and down at regular intervals. Another strategy was to enter into forward contracts.



Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: The interviewer was very calm and reassuring and that helped me build the conversation.
Case: A local taxi driver in Delhi wants to explore the possibility of signing a contract with a radio taxi service. Help him with his dilemma.
Analysis: This was a case that really tested your ability to think far and wide because the math was simple but the underlying logic could have been missed very easily.
Structure:
Used a simple revenue-cost structure for the pre and post radio taxi phase. Then tried to see if any of the key variables could be modified to come up with a different result.
Summary:
The case had two parts- one was the initial decision and the decision after changing a key variable.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: The interview took off with a general discussion on football and tennis and we spoke about our favorite stars from each of them. More than anything else, this was an amazing conversation where I could speak without any fears and inhibitions.
Case: A life insurance company in Sri Lanka is losing out on market share. Where does the problem lie?
Analysis:
The case was a test of structure to see if you could create one with all the levers enlisted.
Structure:
The market share could be seen as a function of number of policies sold and the revenue per policy. The discussion would then carry on the aspect of number of policies. The number of policies itself would be a function of a number of factors, out of which one of them was creating an issue.
Summary:
The toxic area was something to do with the insurance policy salesman and the entire structure had to be panned out so as to get to that

Tips: Be calm, logical and energetic. That is all you need to impress the interviewer.

General Tips: Be energetic.
Calmness and common sense are the key.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Ritesh Nandwani

posted on 24 Dec 2015

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Why consulting?
  • Ans. 

    I chose consulting for the opportunity to work on diverse projects, solve complex problems, and collaborate with talented professionals.

    • Opportunity to work on diverse projects

    • Solving complex problems

    • Collaborating with talented professionals

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why this company?
  • Ans. 

    I chose this company for its innovative approach to consulting and strong reputation in the industry.

    • Strong reputation in the industry

    • Innovative approach to consulting

    • Positive company culture and values

    • Opportunities for growth and development

    • Impressive client portfolio

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: After some general questions related to my profile, academic background, work-experience and interests they moved to cases.
1. Your client wants to establish a cement factory. How would you approach and what all factors would affect the location decision?
2.Your client has developed an eye solution, using which a customer can do without spectacles. However, one unit works only for one day. So, an user will have to consume fresh unit everyday for solving same problem. Assume that the cost of producing these units is negligible. The cost incurred so far is on Research and Development which is substantial amount. How should they market and price the products?
3. Estimate the market for second hand cars in India?
4. Moser bear has launched DVD range at affordable prices of Rs. 30-40. a MUSIC COMPANY, x has been in the market for last few years and has been selling DVD's for Rs. 250-300. How should they react to the situation of continuously falling demand?
5. Estimate the demand for cricket bats in India
6. Estimate the size of surat textile Industry?
Tips: Don't focus on getting the right solution as cases don't have just one solution. The interviewer is interested in seeing your approach not the result.

General Tips: Focus and pick up the cues from the interviewer.
Skills:
Duration: 2
College Name: IIM Lucknow

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Ankush Jain

posted on 24 Dec 2015

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Would you like to introduce yourself?
  • Ans. 

    I am a seasoned consultant with over 10 years of experience in various industries, specializing in strategy and operations.

    • Over 10 years of experience in consulting

    • Specialize in strategy and operations

    • Worked with clients in various industries

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are your hobbies?(watching F1)
  • Ans. 

    I enjoy watching Formula 1 races as a hobby.

    • I follow the F1 season closely and keep up with the latest news and updates.

    • I enjoy analyzing race strategies and performances of different teams and drivers.

    • Attending live races or watching them with friends adds to the excitement of the hobby.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What/how would you advice Ronn Dennis, the Mclaren F1 cheif, to go about resolving the differences between his team and Alonso?
  • Ans. 

    I would advise Ron Dennis to facilitate open communication, address underlying issues, and focus on team building.

    • Encourage open and honest communication between the team members and Alonso to address any misunderstandings or grievances

    • Identify and address any underlying issues causing tension between the team and Alonso, such as conflicting goals or communication styles

    • Organize team building activities and workshops t...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How has your stay in IIM been?
  • Ans. 

    My stay in IIM has been incredibly enriching and transformative.

    • IIM provided a rigorous academic curriculum that challenged me to think critically and analytically.

    • The diverse student body and faculty members helped me broaden my perspectives and learn from different viewpoints.

    • Participating in various extracurricular activities and events enhanced my leadership and teamwork skills.

    • The networking opportunities at IIM a...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Case: A manufacturing Co. produces three products: A,B and c cost of production of each is Rs 20. The SP of A= Rs60, B=Rs 80 and C= Rs100. The company produces the same amount of all the three products. In order to earn more profits, the CEO of the company feels that the company should concentrate on producing C, while the CA says that they should go for product A. The CEO a friend of yours comes to you for consultation. Can you help him out?
Profit per unit is ficed; hence the number of units is the variable part.
Thus the important factor is the time required for the production of each unit of product A, B and c. In this case, the interviewer told me that the time of production for C is 1 hr while for A its 15 min and for B 30 min. Thus, the profit from A will be larger compared to B and c.
Other options explored :
- The market growth rate of the products
-The taxes on individual products, in case there are any(because of the CA factor)
-Competitors for the given products.
Tips: As with me, many people, or at least some, tend to give importance to a particular thing on which the interviewer would have stressed on. While this may be so, but its also possible that he's trying to mislead you or give you a broader option. I believe the appropriate approach would be to take a two way approach which in this case would have been an accounting approach and other an operational approach.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Case1: There is XYZ refrigerator manufacturing co. The company has only one factory in the centre of the country. From there, it distributes its products throughout the country and hence incurs some transportation costs. There is a competitor situated only about a km away. The management of the company comes to know that the transportation costs of the competitor are considerably less than theirs. In order to find out the reason they have hired you. so How will you go about it?

Analysis: The total transportation costs of the company will depend on three factors.
These include:
- distance travelled per trip
- costs per km of distance
-no. of trips

Since the competitor was also located in the same area, the distance traveled per trip and the cost of trip per Km would have been same. This gets us to the point of no.of trips. It might have been possible that the XYZ company might not be fully utilizing the capacity of the truck and hence required more number of trips to transport the same number of refrigerators as the competitors. Thus, they should be concentrating at maximum utilization of the capacity.

Case 2- Estimation
You are the head of ESPN-STAR. Formula 1 is coming to India and you aim at bidding for the television rights of the same. How would you go about doing it?

The estimation can be fairly carried out by structuring the population in 2 ways:
-one the basis of cities: Divide into urban cities, satellite towns and villages
-on the basis of age: Divide into 3 groups 0-15, 15-20 and above 50

For each city based on population divide it into the three age groups. Now in cities, people in the age group 15-50 are most likely to watch formula 1. let the number be 30% of them. For below and above this age group, let the number be 10%.
In case of satellite towns, the percentage of people in 15-50 age group can be assumed to be 15% and 2-3% for people above and below this age group.
while in villages it can be safely assumed that nobody watches F1. Thus estimation can be carried out in this way.


Tips: being a fresher and not being used to interacting with high profile people was at the back of my mind. Hence, I had a very cautious approach to my interview and probably hampered my natural thinking and flow. So for probable interviewees who feel the same , it is advisable to be as natural as possible.

General Tips: Be as natural as possible
Structure the case properly.
Aim for a good interaction by asking them questions.
Skills:
Duration: 3
College Name: IIM Lucknow

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Aman Bhatnagar

posted on 23 Dec 2015

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced consultant with a strong background in problem-solving and client management.

    • Over 5 years of experience in consulting roles

    • Skilled in analyzing data and providing strategic recommendations

    • Proven track record of successfully managing client relationships

    • Strong communication and presentation skills

    • Certified in relevant consulting methodologies

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: T he interview started with a discussion on tintin, herge, literary quizzing and went on to about yourself.
Case:Client is a life insurance agency in Sri Lanka facing declining market share ,
Analysis:Market leader, no.2 and no. 3 growing in dominance, Market growing, they didn't release a particular policy, don‟t give enough incentives to their agents which other firms are capitalizing on.
Structure:
Broke it down into their business structure, understood how they operate, tried to find loopholes in each step.
Summary:
Was asked to stop after explaining the approach and asking two or three questions, BCG vs McKinsey took over, spirited discussion regarding pros, cons and discussion I had with Gautam Kumra at McK, after debates and stressing the people point, we called it a day.
Tips: Take hints, explain approach

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: This interview again started with a 'tell me about yourself' question and my experiences till now.they gave me an outlin that we'll start with a case and then move on to any doubts I have about BCG.
Case: Leading cement manufacturer is facing declining profits; prices have halved in the last few months and facing decreasing prices further as well. Suggest emergency measures for next few weeks.
Analysis:Spoke about the business, market, the competition and how everyone else was coping. Talked about how the business worked; distribution and sales network, retailers and incentives and breakup in terms of branded, unbranded cement. Twist in the case, BCG says increase prices; profits fall by 12% more and take a hit. Now what?
Structure:
Value chain + market scenario, focused on issues like rising costs, raw material sourcing, manufacturing difficulties, expansion possibilities but were discounted. Went on to retailers and distribution and his eyes lit up, literally. Focused on region wise distribution, why there were discrepancies in individual dealers selling different quantities given same consumption patterns, focused on price prediction patterns and inventory holding practices by different retailers.
Summary:
Was stopped after this, talked about BCG, consulting as a career and how the partner found his calling, how BCG contributes in making real change in the world.

Tips: Be clear, calm and logical on the day and not let anything bog you down, least of all, the pressure and reputation.


General Tips: Be comfortable and at ease while giving the interview.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 17 May 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. I was asked some basic questions like Why should BCG take you
  • Q2. Why consulting
  • Q3. A cement manufacturer based out of Calcutta is facing a 20% drop in prices. How would you help them in increasing their prices by 10%
  • Ans. 

    To help the cement manufacturer increase prices by 10%, I would suggest implementing a strategic pricing strategy.

    • Analyze the market demand and competition to identify opportunities for price increase

    • Consider the cost structure and production efficiency to ensure the price increase is feasible

    • Develop a value proposition highlighting the unique features or benefits of the cement

    • Communicate the price increase to customer...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. A taxi driver in Delhi wants to switch to a Radio Taxi service. Help him out with his decision
  • Ans. 

    Switching to a radio taxi service in Delhi can provide numerous benefits for a taxi driver.

    • Radio taxi services offer a more professional and reliable experience for passengers.

    • Drivers can earn higher incomes through radio taxi services due to fixed fares and increased demand.

    • Radio taxi services often provide additional benefits such as insurance coverage and customer support.

    • By joining a radio taxi service, drivers can...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. A Sri Lankan life insurance provider is losing market share. Where is he going wrong and how can you help him out?
  • Ans. 

    The Sri Lankan life insurance provider is losing market share due to lack of customer-centric approach and outdated marketing strategies.

    • The provider should focus on understanding customer needs and preferences to offer tailored insurance solutions.

    • Implementing digital platforms and online services can enhance customer experience and accessibility.

    • Investing in targeted marketing campaigns and partnerships with local bu...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Some of the cases had one specific answer. But it is not possible to come down to that. For example there was a case where i was asked about whether a taxi driver should start working for a radio cab service such as Meru. So I compared both the businesses on profitability. But then he asked me that the owning his taxi is more profitable. So this meant that he would have to change his existing business. Then I addressed how he could increase his revenues by charging more or reduce cost by swithcing to CNG which was the answer. But giving other options as well also shows your option generation skills.

General Tips: Confidence, calmness and smiling throughout.Did the cases well. Handled stress and was cheerful right through the process.Be calm, fresh and confident in your approach.
Skills: case analysis
College Name: NA

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 17 May 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. The Interview started off with tell me something interesting about yourself
  • Q2. Tell me a situation which you approached very unconventionally and how
  • Ans. 

    I approached a situation unconventionally by using a creative problem-solving technique.

    • I was tasked with improving customer satisfaction for a struggling retail store.

    • Instead of traditional marketing strategies, I organized a community event to engage customers.

    • The event included live music, interactive games, and giveaways.

    • This unconventional approach not only attracted new customers but also improved the store's rep...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why do you want to join BCG?
  • Ans. 

    I want to join BCG because of their reputation for excellence and the opportunity to work with top-tier clients.

    • BCG is known for its rigorous problem-solving approach and I am excited to be part of a team that values analytical thinking and innovative solutions.

    • I am impressed by BCG's track record of delivering impactful results for their clients and I want to contribute to that success.

    • BCG offers a collaborative and i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How would you compare BCG with its biggest competitor.I was not asked about my CV
  • Q5. An education company wants to tap the education market in India and want to implement technology in this field
  • Ans. 

    To tap the education market in India, the education company should implement technology solutions tailored to the Indian context.

    • Develop online learning platforms that cater to the diverse needs of Indian students

    • Create mobile applications for easy access to educational resources

    • Integrate virtual reality and augmented reality technologies to enhance learning experiences

    • Provide localized content in multiple languages to...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. A Wealth Management company wants to focus on the India market. What should it do?
  • Ans. 

    To focus on the India market, the Wealth Management company should establish a local presence, understand the regulatory landscape, tailor services to Indian clients, and build partnerships with local financial institutions.

    • Establish a local presence in India by setting up offices or hiring local representatives

    • Understand the regulatory landscape and comply with all necessary regulations and licensing requirements

    • Tailo...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Should a PE/Hedge Fund buyout Infosys to earn a substantial profit 5 years from now?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, a PE/Hedge Fund should consider buying out Infosys for substantial profit in 5 years.

    • Infosys has a strong track record of growth and profitability in the IT industry.

    • The company has a global presence and a diverse range of clients, providing stability and potential for future growth.

    • Investing in Infosys can provide access to the growing demand for digital transformation and technology services.

    • The company's strong...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: But since I wanted to highlight some points did bring it out during the discussion. For eg. when i was asked what initiative did you take in my previous company, I told about a deal idea I had taken forward.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: My HR questions were answered well. I was kind of jittery in the first round but I was confident in the next 2 rounds. My cases went well. I was able to generate enough options to impress the interviewer.

General Tips: Your HR answers should well thought off. It should create an impact to differentiate you from the pack. In “Tell me about myself”, I spoke about my qualities and focused more on the person I am rather than my CV/achievements.Be interactive as possible. There was a case where i did not know anything about the solution, but i knew what the company should do. So i told him that this is what he should do but I don’t have any suggestions for implementing it. So he explained that the approach was correct but i was given brownie points for communicating my approach to the problem and continuously keeping him involved.Bottomline: Think loud.Also if you have any suggestions that you are think that are not worth it, just get them in the conversation. This shows your idea generation and out of box thinking.
Skills: case analysis, Banking
College Name: NA

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 17 May 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. “What is the difference u find between IIT and IIM?”…this was asked twice
  • Q2. BCG also asked given a choice between Mckinsey and BCG what will I choose
  • Q3. Again a lot from what i had learned in my Job
  • Q4. Again great focus on why consults and why not i-banks
  • Q5. General discussion was quite similar to the one at Mckinsey
  • Q6. Case on taxi-driver: A taxi driver in mUmbai is not earning enough, how will u help him. I anlaysed the case by workign from 2 sides i)how to reduce his cost i) How to increase his revenue
  • Q7. Case on a bank (yeah! another one! ) A bank had 5 branches in a city that were offering home loans. The bank took a decision to centralise the entire loan lending operation to the main branch. The number o...

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Case on taxi-driver: A taxi driver in mUmbai is not earning enough, how will u help him.

I anlaysed the case by workign from 2 sides i)how to reduce his cost i) How to increase his revenue



-Revenue: i) I assumed the rate to be fixed, then said may be the locality in which he is operating is not appropriate.

Then the next point was, that he might be returning empty to his stand which is leading to wastge, maybe should tie-up with two stands and then return to the stand closest to his destination for a route. Thus preventing wastage.

Cost side: Identifying the elments: Fuel, Maintenance charges, Fee paid to the stand, and Depreciation (even after almost 2 course in MANAC this was the last thing that came to my mind;) )

Then it was about improving mileage, improving maintenance

The i said may be he can rent out the taxi in the night to increase his revenue.

I made the mistake of assuming that not much can be done with the fuel thing…which he later pointed out can be done by replacing diesel with CNG/LPG

Few more things that i dont recall, but this was pretty much the entire discussion.



Case on a bank (yeah! another one! ) A bank had 5 branches in a city that were offering home loans. The bank took a decision to centralise the entire loan lending operation to the main branch. The number of loan takers dropped drastically. What should the bank do?- This case had some number crunching….i think this one was only about asking different questions. I tried to approach the case from a marketing perspective but soon realised that it was an operations case and finally the reason came out to be less than required manpower.Nothing specific I remember about third round, fourth round was about making the offer.

General Tips: Key Observations across all consult interviews:i) very friendly setting (much beyond expectations)ii) great focus on understanding why consult and not i-bankiii) flow of interview very smooth with one thing leading to another, as in no abrupt change of topic.iv) the questions you ask them in the course of case discussion are as important as the answers you offer.
Skills: Case analysis
College Name: NA

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 17 May 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. It started with Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. It started with what do you think about economists in general-which i think was because of my economics background
  • Q3. FMCG sector – biscuit manufacturing company – The market was growing but the market share of the company was falling
  • Q4. It started off with how I managed to make time for all my different extra-curricular . Case Study- Technology company wanting to expand in size. Suggest ways to tap the Indian education sector with the ava...
  • Q5. Case Study- Sri Lankan Financial services not doing too well. CEO of a company is perplexed and wants your advice

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: The usual norm in consulting interviews is to start each interview with a little HR before getting into the case solving – this usually begins with an ‘about me’ of the interviewer followed by the ‘tell me about yourself’ for the candidate.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Some of the other questions that were asked- My biggest achievement,something that is not on my CV, how can your background in quizzing help you in consulting, about me home city, on my extra curricular activities and my experience at the London school of economics
Tips: Made a rapport with the interviewer,kept my structure in place all the time, asked all the relevant questions concerning one particular aspect of the business before moving to the next bucket,  also, i failed to “crack” the first case but i still got called for the second round – so it is not necessary to get to the final solution always but always keep your thoughts structured. I did quite well in the second and third case, reaching solutions and discussing implementations as well

General Tips: Iwas not asked a single question about the firm in any of the three rounds. Still – it is wise to be prepared with “why us ??” .Be confident and always smile, a smile really goes a long way,think out loud whenever you are coming up with the solution – show your thought process- don’t just scribble the numbers and then just say the final answer.the first thing I realized was that the interviewers are really looking to just have a nice conversation with you – it wont feel like an interview at all.Further- while practicing the cases – we try to solve the entire case in our head by laying out the entire structure and then asking question-but on the final day – the case structure was actually laid out by him- so he asked me to start by asking a few defining questions and setting up the problem statement, then he asked me to further probe various factors governing competition, following it up with a comparative cost study- so what i am trying to get across is that the case shall further be divided into “mini cases” – so they are just trying to see how you think for each segment…try being unique and extremely structured all the while.
Skills: case analysis, Economics
College Name: NA

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 17 May 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • 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 problems and providing effective solutions

    • Proven track record of successfully leading teams and managing projects

    • Strong communication and presentation skills

    • Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

    • ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why Consulting
  • Ans. 

    Consulting offers diverse challenges, continuous learning, and the opportunity to make a significant impact.

    • Consulting allows me to work on a wide range of projects and industries, constantly expanding my knowledge and skills.

    • I enjoy solving complex problems and providing innovative solutions, which is a key aspect of consulting.

    • Being a consultant gives me the chance to work with different clients and teams, fostering ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why BCG?
  • Ans. 

    BCG is a top consulting firm known for its prestigious clients, global reach, and innovative problem-solving approach.

    • BCG has a strong reputation in the consulting industry

    • BCG works with prestigious clients across various industries

    • BCG has a global presence with offices in multiple countries

    • BCG is known for its innovative problem-solving methodologies

    • BCG offers excellent career development opportunities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why should BCG make you an offer?
  • Ans. 

    BCG should make me an offer because of my extensive experience, strong analytical skills, and ability to deliver impactful results.

    • I have X years of experience in consulting, including working with top clients in various industries.

    • I have a proven track record of delivering successful projects and achieving measurable results.

    • I possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which are essential for identifying an...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Some questions on my work experience and position of responsibility
  • Q6. Market Entry
  • Q7. Profit and Loss
  • Q8. Sales force Management

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Tips: I messed up my cases big time. Don’t do that!

General Tips: Do the cases well. They matter a lot. Engage the interviewer and try your level best to convey and maintain a good impression throughout.
Skills: case analysis
College Name: NA

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. You own a stand-alone multiplex. Suggest ways you can increase its revenue
  • Ans. 

    To increase revenue for a stand-alone multiplex, various strategies can be implemented.

    • Introduce loyalty programs to encourage repeat customers

    • Offer special promotions and discounts during weekdays or off-peak hours

    • Collaborate with local businesses for cross-promotions and joint marketing campaigns

    • Host special events or themed movie nights to attract a wider audience

    • Upgrade facilities and amenities to enhance the overa...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Very basic scoping questions.1)Re-iterated the question. Confirmed the objective. 2)Asked him if this was attached to a mall. –He said forsimplicity purposes, let us assume it to be a standalone multiplex.
I told him that any multiplex would have mainly four sources of Revenues:1)Ticket Sales 2) Food and Beverages 3) Advertising 4) Parking Fees He askedme to ignore Parking fees and suggest ways to improve revenue for each of the other three categories.I started with Ticket Sales. Ticket Sales = Number of Tickets Sold/Show * Price * Number of shows. 1)Optimize show timings in such a way that more showscan be accommodated. This needs to be considered as a tradeoff to advertising and trailer timings.2)Pricing: Have a dynamic pricing strategy just like in airplanes. You charge each customer different based on the timing of purchase and supply demand equation.

Skill Tips: A very long PI session. Can’t say it was a PI, much like a conversation. The interviewer asked me about my work at Arvind Infrastructure. We discussed about my work for around 5-7 mins. This made me feel very comfortable and I was very much set for my case interview. He was extremely friendly and very good to talk to
Skills: Case Analysis
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

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