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Booz & Company Consultant Interview Questions and Answers
Booz & Company Consultant Interview Experiences
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Rakshit Jain
Interview Questionnaire
6 Questions
- Q1. Case: Your friend wants to enter into the business of selling yoghurts. What will you recommend to him?
- Ans.
I would recommend conducting market research, creating a unique selling proposition, and developing a strong distribution network.
Conduct market research to identify target customers, competitors, and market trends.
Create a unique selling proposition to differentiate from competitors, such as offering organic or locally sourced ingredients.
Develop a strong distribution network by partnering with local grocery stores, c...
- Q2. You are a consultant to the CEO of XYZ company. He wants you to improve the profitability of his business. Help him out
- Ans.
To improve profitability, focus on cost reduction, revenue growth, and operational efficiency.
Conduct a thorough cost analysis to identify areas where expenses can be reduced
Implement strategies to increase sales and attract new customers
Streamline operations and improve productivity to reduce waste and inefficiencies
- Q3. Tell me something about yourself
- Ans.
I am a dedicated and experienced consultant with a passion for problem-solving and helping clients achieve their goals.
Over 5 years of experience in consulting industry
Strong analytical and communication skills
Proven track record of successful project implementations
Client-focused approach to problem-solving
MBA in Business Administration from XYZ University
- Q4. Why consulting?
- Ans.
I am passionate about problem-solving and enjoy working with a variety of clients to help them achieve their goals.
Enjoy problem-solving and working with clients
Variety of projects and clients keeps work interesting
Opportunity to make a positive impact on businesses
- Q5. Why Strategy&?
- Ans.
Strategy& is a top-tier consulting firm known for its innovative approach and global reach.
Strategy& offers unique opportunities for professional growth and development.
The firm has a strong reputation for delivering impactful solutions to complex business challenges.
Strategy& provides access to a diverse range of industries and clients, allowing for a broad skill set development.
The global network of Strat...
- Q6. Tell me something which is not in your resume
- Ans.
I am fluent in three languages - English, Spanish, and French.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and French
Have lived in Spain for a year, improving my Spanish
Studied French for 5 years in school
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Resume making is an art, as everybody puts it. It is true to a certain extent. Drafting resume requires a lot of time. It took me 20 days to come up with the final resume. I started by preparing a rough draft and corrected it with time. I got it reviewed from many people so as to avoid any grammatical errors and also to check if the flow of sentences is good. It was a daunting task but in the end it turned out well since I made it to the shortlist of several companies.
Tips: You should start with listing down all your achievements (even if they're small). Having done that, try to club different points into one category and divide your resume in sections. This will make reader's job easy to create an impression of you. Ensure that there are no grammatical errors. Also, try to articulate sentences in a way which is easily understandable.
Once your resume is ready, get it reviewed from peers and seniors.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: It was a typical market entry case. The interviewer only wanted to check the structure and hence didn't go into details. After asking relevant preliminary questions, I approached this case by understanding two things, one, if there is any opportunity (profitability) within this business and second, if my friend has the required capabilities to enter into this market. The interviewer asked me questions at various parts of the case. I couldn't reach to the recommendation part because of shortage in time.
Tips: Practice sufficient number of market entry cases since these are commonly asked. In the case interview, always try to understand the interviewer's motive behind giving the problem statement. It can be very well understood after 5-10 minutes into the case. Once you know that, it becomes very easy to cast a good impression through solving the case in his desired direction. Also, it is reasonable to ask for interviewer's help whenever needed.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Case details:
This wasn't a simple case as it looks. I tried 2 different approaches but the interviewer wasn't looking convinced. So I tried another approach of dividing the profitability region wise after taking hints from the interviewer. I then went ahead and asked for profitability in different regions where XYZ was operating. It turned out that one country didn't have profitability at par with other countries so I focused on improving profits for that particular country. The problem was somewhere in cost which interviewer helped me find out. Based on it, I gave my recommendations.
Tips: Try to remain calm when you might not pick the right approach at first for case solving. Listen to your interviewer clearly since he might drop hints for laying down initial structure.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: This interview was a typical HR interview taken by a Partner with majority of time spent on my introduction. I am fond of reading political news and this became a subject of interest for the interviewer. My opinions were asked regarding Bihar elections, Modi Govt and new policies. This interview went smoothly but lasted quite long before I was made an offer.
Tips: This type of interview is majorly meant for two things, one is to see whether you are a good fit or not and second is to see whether you have a recall value (something that is unique to you). You should analyze yourself damn well before going into the interview room. From your strengths to weaknesses, everything should be supported by some examples or relevant arguments.
General Tips: With doing 30-35 cases, the required skills for solving cases can be developed. Make sure cases are as diverse as possible.
Skills: Presentation Skills, Communication, Problem Solving Skills
College Name: IIT Bombay
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- Ans.
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Neha Kalra
I applied via Walk-in
Interview Questionnaire
7 Questions
- Q1. Girls on the manufacturing floor”
- Q2. Manufacturing as a career
- Ans.
Manufacturing offers diverse career opportunities in various industries.
Manufacturing provides a wide range of job roles, from production line workers to engineers and managers.
It offers opportunities to work in different industries such as automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and more.
Manufacturing careers often involve problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement.
There are various specializations with...
- Q3. Why MBA?
- Ans.
An MBA will provide me with the necessary skills, knowledge, and network to excel in the business world.
Acquire essential business knowledge and skills such as finance, marketing, and strategy
Develop leadership and management abilities through practical projects and case studies
Expand professional network through interactions with classmates, alumni, and industry professionals
Enhance career opportunities and earning po
- Q4. Why ISB?
- Ans.
ISB offers a diverse and rigorous curriculum, top-notch faculty, strong alumni network, and excellent career opportunities.
ISB's diverse student body and faculty bring a global perspective to the learning experience.
The school's rigorous curriculum ensures students are well-prepared for the challenges of the business world.
ISB's strong alumni network provides valuable connections and support for career advancement.
The ...
- Q5. “there is a company in the telecom sector and has a product “X” – this X is a necessity in telecom and the company has been making good profits for the last 4 years – like 40% gross margin.. and now sudden...
- Ans.
The CEO should diversify the company's product portfolio and explore new markets to overcome the stagnant revenue and profits in the telecom sector.
Diversify the product portfolio to reduce reliance on a single product
Explore new markets and industries where the product can be applicable
Invest in research and development to innovate and create new products
Improve marketing and sales strategies to reach a wider customer...
- Q6. “”Our client is in telecom, profitability is at 10% and they want 25%.. what should they do? ”
- Ans.
To increase profitability from 10% to 25%, the telecom client should focus on cost reduction, revenue growth, and operational efficiency.
Identify and reduce unnecessary costs and expenses
Increase pricing or introduce new revenue streams
Improve customer retention and acquisition
Optimize operational processes and streamline workflows
Invest in technology and innovation to drive efficiency
Explore partnerships or mergers to...
- Q7. “Tata is coming with nano, what do you think it’s a threat or an opportunity for other players in the market..”
- Ans.
The Tata Nano can be seen as both a threat and an opportunity for other players in the market.
Threat: The Tata Nano's low price and affordability may attract customers away from other players in the market.
Opportunity: The introduction of the Tata Nano may stimulate overall demand for small, affordable cars, benefiting all players in the market.
Threat: Other players may need to lower their prices or introduce competiti...
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: I asked him about the product X? and how important it is for the telecom service providers? is it a big part of their costs ? – he said some arbit stuff – this was a hint that it was a bigger overall strategy case and not into details – so I defined the case as – the CEO wants to know, what to do to increase the profits both in short and long term – he said yes - I immediately moved to the standard profit loss framework and started looking at revenue first - he said OK – I said profit = Price* Quantity and went to pricing... he had said that the telecom service providers were not very sensitive to pricing in the business.. so I dint come to reducing the pricing... I asked about the competitive landscape – our client is 35% business... it went on and on an on ..... could not reach anywhere.. so we went to costs... discussed everything.. excess capacity.. joint ventures.. MnA,..still nothing..so he said.(the discussion was a very intelligent substance discussion.. not general profit loss cases.). – we had a great discussion on both prices and quantity,, why don’t u see decreasing the price – I said.. “ooooooo I thot of it, but then u said that the players are insensitive to price “ - he said “ they WERE, the whole industry as I told u is seeing some problems” – PICK UP THE HINTS... -- once he said this I went to the cost structure of the firm again – I said that our client can play price war only if a) his variable costs are lower than competitors variable costs and he is playing on high investment low variable cost model (reliance model) – he said YES it is exactly this way – I said OK , then let him price X above his variable cost but below the others variable costs and drive the competition away. – I also said, to speeden this up he should in fact price it lower than his variable costs also (extremely low and he can afford it because he has cash with him as he has been on 40% profits for the last 4 – 5 years.. so there should not be an issue on the working capital side – he sair “great” .. he wanted to stop and asked me to summarize the case.. – I summarized the case, and also gave some more ideas like .. seeing the cost and benefit of doing away with excess capacity rite now and adding again when the market is doing good, buying high fixed cost players in the sector.. etcc etc.. a lot more.. – he patiently listened to everything Then he asked me if I had anything to ask him? I asked similar question as I asked in Mck – “ has India become a net contributor to the knowledge base..- he told me about low cost Indian manufacturing.. I said cool... and he said super cool!
Tips: a) work on your resume b) Make the resume in such a way that irrespective of whatever – the you are able to guide the interviewer to THE thing you want to talk about – link all answers to that DO NOT OVERPREPARE – DON’T LOOSE YOUR NATURAL SELF
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Upfront questions – where in the value chain? – ans.. they make towers and maintain them .. and into providing services too.—so I asked details on the portfolio of services and portfolio of work of tower etc. – he gave me everything including margins.. so margins in tower making etc were low – I asked him if he is sure that its not just an accounting issue.—he appreciated the point and said .. no, they do ABC and might be small accounting issues but not really one—I said ok.. and moved on to profitability framework .. revenue – costs --- so I said we will look at the tower making etc.. (pareto) – he said perfect.. – went to revenue... he hinted therez nothing there , I said great! Jumped to costs (didn’t waste time at all) - asked him costs heads .. he gave the following .. – a) Tower making, b) people c) administration (I don’t remember the terminology correctly but the remember the discussion) Discussion on tower making – I said “ so Navneet, what does it include” – he said making and servicing and maintaining and some back office work – so I said following can be wrong (BE CREATIVE, I started throwing solutions/ideas) (i) are the people skilled? Know how much material are they using (extra material = extra cost) (ii) is the quality of material too high (more than required quality increases the costs) (iii) is there rework happening? – are people good?(iv) What kind of designs are there – he said there are various different types of designs – I asked why? – he said no one knows – I said .. are they required? – he said , no – I said then standardize the design! He looked happy – so I started throwing more ! – he said no, lets move on to other ones Discussion on people – people cost = wage * numbera) are outsourced people expensive – yes they are – are they doing some specialized job? – not really, they can be replaced – then replace them b) can we multiskill people – yeah we can – then do that! c) Can we move our service centers to low cost destinations – yes we can d) Can we reallocate people to reduce number of people – yes we can – but can we fire them? – are they unionized? – yes they are and he appreciated the point that I touched upon the fact that the unions are tough to handle ( learning : know your industry, small things can make you win the case Discussion on administration a) planning happening ok? – no – so scheduling, audits have to be done again and again (I did not come up with this point alone. It was a result of a thorough discussion .
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: i said – its an opportunity (no structure , we were taking a walk after all) because it opens up a full market – he said ‘ what shud the competitors do” – I kept on saying a lot of things... - they should lobby with government to stop this .. bla bla bla bla – the discussion was round and round and round.. I was tired with my high heels—then suddenly I said – Arvind can you tell me if I am on the right track ? , am little tired – he smiled and said, ok I again ask you “ what can they do to stop the nano or get ready for the market” – this statement gave me clarity and I said “ ok we can stop nano from coming, or do some other stuff” – he said great , so lets discuss both one by one – (remember that once you asked for clarity then you have to crack the rest of the case, else you are dead) –so I picked up stopping nano to hit the market discussion on stopping Nano to hit the market –
(i) demand side hit – lobby with the activists and say that the infrastructure isn’t ready and hence nano should not be allowed ( he liked it)
(ii) demand side hit -Increase the advertisements on how “Indians have to be sensitive about infrastructure” ( he liked it)
(iii) supply side hit – can we buy out the suppliers? – can we promise them some other meat? – like get them under long term agreements etc
(iv) Supply side hit – can we buy out the low cost suppliers to tatas ( I told them, that my thinking was to stop providing necessary materil that gets into nana
(v) Supply side – can we buy their engineers
(vi) And some more discussion, I don’t quite remember .but ya on similar lines What else they can do till they develop their own low cost (i) can they give fire to second hand car market ( as this is the immediate competition to nano) (ii) he kept on probing me on public transport till I said – why cant they collaborate with the government and make the public transport so easy and good and safe that people don’t need nano! BINGO.. ( he loved it- tho he only got that in my head – amazing guide he is) he still looked dissatisfied and asked me there is something else that is missing.. – something that is a real threat to the competitors of tatas. – we kept on discussing, till I suddenly remembered the team that made the engine is of 30 years average age (READ THE CURRENT ISSUES, IT HELPS BUILD PERSPECTIVE) – so I said “ they have the engineering skills, which can be used to enter other segments (like they can make cheaper engines for indigo .. or come up with new car in ford Ikon category etc).. and this resource is just too good! – BINGO
Tips: a) Be genuine b) Be grounded c) Be yourself d) Be confident e) Be transparent f) Be blunt (but carry it ) g) Connect with the interviewer – genuinely h) Be aware of the current issues
Skills: Case Solving Ability, Case Analysis
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)
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
- 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
Interview Preparation Tips
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
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
- 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.
- 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...
- 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...
Interview Preparation Tips
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
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
- 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
Interview Preparation Tips
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
I applied via Referral
Interview Questionnaire
2 Questions
- Q1. Why I wanted to join Consulting?
- Ans.
I am passionate about problem-solving and enjoy working with diverse clients to help them achieve their goals.
Enjoy problem-solving and finding creative solutions
Excited about working with diverse clients and industries
Opportunity to continuously learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
- Q2. Whether I would join McKinsey or BCG?
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Case:The client is a financial services company. It has started a wealth management business five years earlier. The business is not performing nicely. Should the company keep on making on investments in this or exit.
Structure:
First asked about the industry. The industry was growing but the company was losing share. This meant that the problem was with the company. Structured to find about the revenue and cost structures of the industry and the firm in particular. Tried to gather as much background information on this as possible. Talked about training the employees, any new adverse regulations, competitor offerings, etc. In short covered a lot of different angles.
Finally he asked me to give 10 recommendations to solve the problem. This was difficult as we had barely discussed the case for 10 minutes. Took 5 minutes to write down my suggestions.
Structured my answer in three areas: Customers, employees and business improvement. Gave 3-4 suggestions in each bucket.
Tips: Idea generation requires a lot of practice. Make sure you do abstract cases which involve idea generation. Also have questions for the interviewer ready for at least 3 rounds of the process.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
Interview Questionnaire
10 Questions
- Q1. A case analysis on a home grown food chain was asked
- Q2. Basic questions like “About myself”
- Q3. Tell me something about your family
- Ans.
I come from a close-knit family of five with strong values and traditions.
My parents have been married for over 30 years and have instilled the importance of family and hard work in us.
I have two siblings, an older brother who is a doctor and a younger sister who is studying to become a teacher.
We enjoy spending time together, whether it's cooking a big family dinner or going on vacations.
Our family also values educati...
- Q4. How I will add value to Cognizant brand
- Ans.
I will add value to Cognizant brand by leveraging my expertise in digital transformation and innovation to drive growth and enhance customer experience.
Developing and implementing innovative solutions to meet client needs
Driving digital transformation initiatives to improve operational efficiency
Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
Staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies
C...
- Q5. Why I wish to join Cognizant and other CV based questions
- Q6. Curricular activities
- Q7. B-school engagements
- Q8. Family
- Q9. Other achievements on CV
- Ans.
I have achieved several milestones in my career, including leading successful projects and receiving recognition for my contributions.
Received Employee of the Year award for exceptional performance
Led a team of 10 in successful completion of a complex project
Implemented cost-saving measures resulting in a 20% reduction in expenses
Developed and delivered training programs for new hires
Published research paper in industr
- Q10. Queried about location constraints
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: It involved
assessing how I approached the problem, which particular questions I
will ask the owner, what will be the level of granular detail collection
with every step. The interview round went on for 20 – 25 minutes
and interviewer wished me luck for further rounds.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: more focus was laid on my prior work experience. Within 2 minutes of my first round, I was called for next one.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: This was
with a Delivery Manager who asked me no technical questions. Seemed more
of a personality interview.
The informal discussion lasted for 10 minutes & at the end, manager smilingly welcomed me to Cognizant family
Round: Stress Interview
Experience: Last but not the least, it was HR round. He read through my application
form and queried about location constraints. I readily convinced him on
my willingnesss, still it felt like a Stress interview. He informed me
about the other joining formalities and confirmed the offer.
Parts of the Interview I did well at :
Cracking round 1 was the key to get selected in CBC. Maintaining
self-composure and properly listening to the questions before answering
anything sailed me through.Parts of the Interview I didn’t do well at :
HR round went in a bit of hurry. I think it was meant to be that way.Final Verdict : Offered Consultant role at Cognizant Business Consulting
General Tips: This was my very first shortlist during finals and I was all the more
nervous of cracking this one. The actual process started before the
company was on campus. They had a online video interview asking
questions like ” What are your strengths & weaknesses?” to be
answered in a minute. It was an elimination round as campus round
shortlist was reduced to almost one-third.
Do not take video interview round lightly. Many of my peers mistook it
to be a non-elimination round and missed on the opportunity of sitting
through campus rounds.
Skills: case analysis, Behavioral
College Name: NA
Interview Questionnaire
14 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 worked as a software developer for 3 years.
I am proficient in multiple programming languages including Java, Python, and C++.
I am a quick learner and enjoy taking on new challenges.
In my free time, I enjoy hiking and playing guitar.
- Q2. What department of CBC are you aiming at?
- Ans.
I am aiming for the News department at CBC.
I have a passion for journalism and reporting on current events.
I have experience in news writing and reporting from my previous job.
I believe that the News department at CBC is a great platform to showcase my skills and contribute to the society.
I am also interested in exploring different aspects of news reporting such as investigative journalism and feature writing.
- Q3. Why Consulting?
- Ans.
Consulting offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, solve complex problems, and constantly learn and grow.
Exposure to various industries and clients
Opportunity to work on challenging projects
Continuous learning and development
Ability to make a significant impact on clients' businesses
Flexibility in work schedule and location
- Q4. Strengths
- Q5. Which work function of CBC do you want to go to?
- Ans.
I am interested in the marketing function of CBC.
Developing marketing strategies
Creating promotional campaigns
Conducting market research
Building brand awareness
- Q6. Why CBC?
- Q7. How will you utilize your strengths as a CBC consultant?
- Ans.
I will utilize my strengths in communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail to provide effective solutions for clients.
I will actively listen to clients to understand their needs and concerns
I will analyze data and information to identify potential issues and develop solutions
I will communicate clearly and effectively with clients and team members
I will pay close attention to details to ensure accuracy and q...
- Q8. Any issues with locations of work?
- Ans.
No major issues with locations of work.
Remote work is possible for some positions
Offices are located in convenient areas
Occasional travel may be required for client meetings
- Q9. About my summer project
- Q10. Marketing questions based on Summer project (positioning, pricing strategy)
- Q11. Work experience related
- Q12. Technology aspects of OS platforms for Telecom
- Ans.
OS platforms for Telecom require robust technology to handle high traffic and ensure reliability.
Telecom OS platforms need to handle high traffic and ensure reliability
They require robust technology to support real-time communication and data transfer
Examples include Linux-based systems like CentOS and Ubuntu, as well as proprietary systems like Cisco IOS
Virtualization and cloud computing are also becoming increasingly
- Q13. Leadership roles at work
- Ans.
Leadership roles at work
Leadership roles involve guiding and motivating a team towards achieving a common goal
Effective communication, delegation, and decision-making are key skills for a leader
Leaders should lead by example and be willing to take responsibility for their actions
Examples of leadership roles include team leader, project manager, and CEO
- Q14. Projects completed in both companies that I have worked for
- Ans.
I have completed various projects in both of my previous companies.
Developed a new website for Company A, resulting in a 20% increase in online sales.
Managed the implementation of a new CRM system for Company B, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.
Led a team in the successful completion of a large-scale marketing campaign for Company A.
Implemented a new inventory management system for Company B, resulting in a ...
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Parts of the Interview I did well at :1) Previous candidates interviewed had mentioned that they are lookingfor consultants in Telecom or Manufacturing domains. I presented theTelecom part of my work-ex during my “About Me”
2) My profile was a good match for CBC. Had applied to this company with my “IT” resume rather than the “Consult” resume
General Tips: Just be ready for a relaxed conversation. They like to go into details regarding summers.
Ask some good questions about the company. I had one or two good questions prepared.
Skills: Case study, Behavioral
College Name: NA
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