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Cognizant Investment Banking Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 20 Aug 2021

Cognizant Investment Banking Analyst Interview Experiences

1 interview found

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Jul 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Technical questions , Financial markets , derivatives

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

English and arithmetic reasoning

Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your good name
  • Q2. Tell me about your self
  • Ans. My self n Uday Kiran I am from Chittoor I am a optimistic person with dedicated skills over come my hurdles and obstacles by facing the changles strongly believe that positive attitude matters a lot to reflect this attitude deal every thing with my smile. And take negative and positive a balanced manner more over that I am a trust worthy person will follow through and do it determination is a key factor which describe...
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  • Q3. Tell me about your skills
  • Q4. Tell me about your family
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Inroduce youself
  • Ans. 

    I am a recent graduate with a degree in finance and a strong interest in investment banking. I have completed internships in the field and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

    • Recent graduate with a degree in finance

    • Internship experience in investment banking

    • Strong analytical and communication skills

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  • Q2. Walk me through your resume
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Feb 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the basics of accounting?
  • Q2. What qualifications and experiences make you a suitable candidate for this position?
  • Q3. What is capital market? What is investment banking?
  • Q4. What is capital market and type of capital market What is investment banking?
  • Q5. Analytical questions
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Package and shift timings

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It is a good place for freshers to learn more about the banking sector, strengthen their skills, and perform effectively.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Aug 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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Equity, Derivatives?
  • Ans. 

    Equity is ownership in a company, while derivatives are financial contracts based on the value of an underlying asset.

    • Equity represents ownership in a company and can be in the form of stocks or shares.

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

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

    • Derivatives are often used for hedgin

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  • Q2. You education history, qualification and other hr stuff.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - So the process is like this. In starting interview they'll ask questions like what is Equity, Derivatives. After that one interview with lead Manager ( this guy is not a good guy ) and after that They'll ask you to read 12 chapter of FINRA SIE exam (pdf & video will be provided) after that if you'll pass they'll day you got 78-79% but they are giving you a chance and now you have to give a test of 20 chapters and after that series 7... And you'll be unpaid, unemployed slave for them. I working with them and get to know about this by one of my colleague. So be aware.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jan 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell about your self
  • Q2. Memorable moments in your life
  • Q3. Strength and weakness
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Verbal and reasoning,synonyms, puzzles,MS office related questions

Round 3 - Typing Test 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They given 20 mins time to search the own topic in your mobile and start typing they check the speed only
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They asking are you convenient for Rotational shift tell about the company benefits and package details

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Once attend the interview prepare yourself for the job position confidentially go and attend it
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Dec 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Introduction is first, then asked about the capital markets, equity ,and some more questions.
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asked about how to send the email in official manner.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be calm and answer the questions.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. What was your role in project?
  • Q3. What is your role about your family?

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This is my first interview.
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You have a more knowledge for face to any question.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself and explain the process of previous company

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident on what you are speaking while interview.
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 - Aptitude Test 
Round 3 - HR 

(9 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Q3. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q4. Why should we hire you?
  • Q5. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q6. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q7. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q8. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q9. General tops. About previous related job questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Having experience of 12 years.

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