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Updated 19 Nov 2024

Top Cognizant Consultant Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. Where do you see Indian pharma companies in the next decade? What are their expansion plans? Questions were based mostly on the consulting projects that I mentioned in th ...read more
  • Q2. What are the pros and cons of being a generic manufacturer vis a vis a non generic manufacturer?
  • Q3. How do profit percentages vary in manufacturing a generic vs a non-generic drug?
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Cognizant Consultant Interview Experiences

31 interviews found

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 4 Dec 2022

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2022. 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 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Previous job experience details
  • Ans. 

    I have 5 years of experience as a consultant in the IT industry.

    • Worked with various clients to analyze their business processes and provide solutions

    • Led a team of consultants to successfully implement a new software system for a large corporation

    • Developed and delivered training programs to educate clients on best practices

    • Provided ongoing support and maintenance for implemented solutions

    • Collaborated with cross-function

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

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

    • Experienced consultant

    • Strong problem-solving skills

    • Strategic planning expertise

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What value I can add
  • Ans. 

    I can add value by leveraging my expertise and experience to provide innovative solutions and drive business growth.

    • I have a proven track record of delivering successful projects and exceeding client expectations.

    • I am skilled in identifying and analyzing business problems and developing effective strategies to address them.

    • I have a deep understanding of industry trends and best practices, which allows me to provide val...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare your previous job experience... And be comfortable

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user image Anonymous

posted on 8 Sep 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • 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
  • Q2. Do you know how to write user story
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I know how to write user stories.

    • User stories should be written from the perspective of the end user

    • They should be concise and focused on a specific feature or functionality

    • Include acceptance criteria to define when the story is complete

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • 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
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a change
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities in a different environment.

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

    • Interested in working with a different team and learning from new perspectives

    • Seeking a more dynamic and fast-paced work environment

    • Wanting to take on more leadership responsibilities and advance my career

  • Answered by AI

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user image Anonymous

posted on 31 Oct 2022

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in May 2022. 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 - One-on-one 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. This round consisted of questions pertaining to my domain - Capital Markets and the general experience as a Business Analyst. Questions like: What is capital markets?
  • Q2. What are derivatives?
  • Ans. 

    Derivatives are financial instruments that derive their value from an underlying asset or security.

    • Derivatives can be used for hedging or speculation.

    • Examples of derivatives include futures, options, and swaps.

    • Derivatives can be traded on exchanges or over-the-counter.

    • Derivatives can be complex and carry significant risk.

    • Derivatives played a role in the 2008 financial crisis.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Difference between OTC and exchange traded derivatives.
  • Ans. 

    OTC derivatives are privately negotiated contracts while exchange traded derivatives are standardized contracts traded on exchanges.

    • OTC derivatives are customized to meet the specific needs of the parties involved while exchange traded derivatives are standardized contracts with fixed terms and conditions.

    • OTC derivatives are not traded on exchanges and are subject to counterparty risk while exchange traded derivatives ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Difference between credit risk and counter-party risk.
  • Ans. 

    Credit risk is the risk of default by a borrower, while counter-party risk is the risk of default by a trading partner.

    • Credit risk is specific to lending and borrowing, while counter-party risk is specific to trading and financial transactions.

    • Credit risk is the risk of non-payment of a loan or debt, while counter-party risk is the risk of non-performance by a trading partner.

    • Credit risk is typically assessed by credit...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. How do you gather requirements?
  • Ans. 

    Requirements are gathered through various techniques and tools.

    • Conducting interviews with stakeholders

    • Holding focus groups

    • Creating surveys and questionnaires

    • Analyzing existing documentation

    • Observing current processes

    • Prototyping and testing

    • Using agile methodologies

    • Documenting and prioritizing requirements

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Have you created a BRD?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have created a BRD.

    • I have created a Business Requirements Document (BRD) for a software development project.

    • The BRD included detailed information on the project scope, objectives, stakeholders, and functional requirements.

    • I also included non-functional requirements such as performance, security, and usability.

    • The BRD served as a blueprint for the development team and helped ensure that the final product met the

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. What do you understand by options?
  • Ans. 

    Options are financial contracts that give the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset at a predetermined price.

    • Options can be used for hedging or speculation.

    • There are two types of options: call options and put options.

    • Call options give the buyer the right to buy an underlying asset at a predetermined price, while put options give the buyer the right to sell an underlying asset at a ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your experience so far as a BA.
  • Q2. What are components of capital markets?
  • Ans. 

    Components of capital markets include stocks, bonds, derivatives, and commodities.

    • Stocks represent ownership in a company and can be bought and sold on stock exchanges.

    • Bonds are debt securities issued by companies or governments to raise capital.

    • Derivatives are financial contracts that derive their value from an underlying asset, such as stocks or commodities.

    • Commodities are raw materials or primary agricultural produc...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cognizant Consultant interview:
  • Capital Markets
  • Derivatives
  • Business Analysis
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Testing
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident. Revisit the basics. If you are an MBA, be sure your behavior and conversing skills do reflect a good deal of confidence and reflect an ability to be able to communicate well. And most important, be honest.

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Apr 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Talk about your previous work experience

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 26 Jan 2022

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Otc cycle Stlc life cycle Defect life cycle
  • Q3. Tell me about sprint
Round 2 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q3. What is your family background?
  • Q4. Share details of your previous job.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare basics
Testing tools should prepare

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 5 Mar 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Good group discussion experience

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why do you want to work with the company

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user image Anonymous

posted on 12 Aug 2021

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Primarily asked questions on SAFe- Vales
  • Q2. Also asked questions on Product Owner Role

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read about SAFe5.0 architecture at Team & Program layer. You will be interviewed by Agile Coach once so one needs to be very thorough with Agile & SAFe framework

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 13 Apr 2022

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There were 4 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Video Call 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell us about your strengths and weaknesses Why do you think you are a good fit for this profile? Tell us about your previous experience and how is it relevant for this profile?
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell us about strengths and weaknesses. Why do you think you are a good fit for this profile. How would you handle a demanding client? Mainly some of the questions from the video interview round.
Round 4 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Q2. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q3. Why should we hire you?
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Google the questions, they mostly ask from their itself.

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Mar 2022

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q3. Why should we hire you?
  • Q4. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q5. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Simple interview process. Two interview online with the directors.

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 5 May 2023

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before May 2022. 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. - Agile methodology - previous experience
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated and experienced consultant with a passion for problem-solving and delivering results.

    • I have over 10 years of experience in consulting, working with clients across various industries such as finance, healthcare, and technology.

    • I am skilled in project management, data analysis, and communication, which allows me to effectively lead teams and deliver successful projects.

    • I am constantly seeking new ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Consultant interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are One-on-one Round, HR and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Cognizant Consultant interview?
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 Cognizant. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cognizant expect are Business Process Modeling, Requirement Gathering, Market Research, Consulting and Engagement Management.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant Consultant interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Cognizant Consultant interview -

  1. Where do you see Indian pharma companies in the next decade? What are their exp...read more
  2. What are the pros and cons of being a generic manufacturer vis a vis a non gene...read more
  3. How do profit percentages vary in manufacturing a generic vs a non-generic dr...read more

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Cognizant Consultant Interview Process

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3 Interview rounds

  • Resume Shortlist Round
  • HR Round - 1
  • HR Round - 2
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