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Cipla Area Business Manager Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 12 Jan 2025

Cipla Area Business Manager Interview Experiences for Experienced

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Area Business Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Dipak kumar bhuyan

posted on 12 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Multiple questions Situation base question

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question situation Base question
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself ?
  • Q2. What was your role in your previous company
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself, your family background, educational qualification & previous work experiences
  • Q2. What was your performance in your previous company
  • Q3. Why you want to change your current company when you are doing well there
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your current CTC
  • Q2. What is your expectations

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cipla Area Business Manager interview:
  • Self awareness
  • Previous job awareness
  • Communication Skills
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be honest about your past experiences & don't fake any information to get the job

Area Business Manager Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies for Experienced

Q1. How one can develop their sales and how he can manage in tough ti ... read more
Q2. What are products and molecules in your division tell me your 3 c ... read more
Q3. How do you manage or chanellise your indirect distribution
Q4. What is the ethics of best sale
Q5. Role of Designation, Assessment regarding Products.
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jun 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self information, package,goals , reason for joining
  • Q2. Why should we hire you
  • Ans. 

    I have a proven track record of successfully managing and growing business areas, and I possess the necessary skills and experience to excel in this role.

    • I have extensive experience in sales and business development, having consistently exceeded targets and achieved revenue growth in my previous roles.

    • I have strong leadership and team management skills, demonstrated by my ability to motivate and inspire my team to achi...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Case Study 

Hr round follow with gd with BU head

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - For freshers cipla is good company but for experienced person worst company
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Feb 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Assignment 

On medical knowledge

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Brief about myself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Ok

Cipla interview questions for designations

 Area Sales Manager

 (4)

 Area Business Sales Manager

 (1)

 Business Manager

 (2)

 Area Executive

 (2)

 Business Development Manager

 (2)

 Regional Business Manager

 (1)

 Area Manager

 (1)

 Regional Business Development Manager

 (1)

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Sep 2021. There were 2 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 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Normal question like your ambitions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepared before interview take market survey or reasearch.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. What is the role and responsibilities of an Area Business Manager.
  • Q2. How you will motivate your team.
  • Q3. Case study based discussion on Individual understanding and how to bring back on track to the non performing.
  • Q4. How you will lead this team and what is your goal in coming months.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared on above mentioned questions and be specific.

Keep a smile with confidence during interaction with Hr and hiring managers.

Area Business Manager Jobs at Cipla

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Interview questions from similar companies

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Sep 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why should we will take you in the company?
  • Ans. Because I am the person who fit to this job role I have team handling capabilities, know the geography of area, I have very good relationship with The Dr's I will add more business, I am confident and well planned and mentally prepared.
  • Answered Anonymously

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident, sit straight, smile little bit , listen carefully , answer specific and quiet

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 6 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Pls arrange one ,two training program in the year for area business manager which will be helpful for skills development

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1st thing for the interview
You should have a positive energy pls avoid nagative things

2/ should have good knowledge about the organisation as well culture
This is homework which will be helpful for creak the interview
3/ should be listen carefully then answer
Most of time we all are very confused that what will do really truly say nothing will happen just because your hasitation

Finally I advised to all of you first know your skills then work on it that will most important for any interview why I am saying like this because we are working last 5-10years but we donot work on skills and live happily in comfort zone
I hope you all understand my massage

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Jun 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be Confident. Provide complete information.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why are you looking for this company
  • Ans. 

    I am looking for this company because of its strong reputation and growth potential in the market.

    • The company has a strong reputation in the industry, known for its quality products and services.

    • It has shown consistent growth and success in the market, which indicates its potential for future opportunities.

    • The company's values and culture align with my own professional goals and aspirations.

    • I have heard positive feedba...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What will be your expectations when you are selected
  • Ans. 

    My expectations when selected as an Area Business Manager are to lead a high-performing team, achieve sales targets, build strong relationships with clients, and contribute to the growth and success of the company.

    • Lead and motivate a team of sales representatives

    • Achieve and exceed sales targets

    • Develop and implement effective sales strategies

    • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients

    • Analyze market trends and c...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

Any thing realated to Pharma marketing

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident while talking and be impressive to the authorities

Cipla Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cipla Area Business Manager interview for experienced candidates?
Cipla interview process for experienced candidates usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cipla interview process for experienced candidates are One-on-one Round, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for Cipla Area Business Manager 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 Cipla. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cipla expect are Pharmaceutical Sales, Team Handling, Area Sales Management, MR and Pharma Selling.
What are the top questions asked in Cipla Area Business Manager interview for experienced candidates?

Some of the top questions asked at the Cipla Area Business Manager interview for experienced candidates -

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Cipla Area Business Manager Interview Process for Experienced

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1 Interview rounds

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Cipla Area Business Manager Salary
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₹4.4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
7% less than the average Area Business Manager Salary in India
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Cipla Area Business Manager Reviews and Ratings

based on 259 reviews

4.1/5

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3.6

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4.3

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3.7

Company culture

3.8

Promotions

3.6

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