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Updated 23 Jun 2024

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Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 23 Jun 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Case Study on a Bank implementing a new Module
  • Q2. Case Study on Automation of a process

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good

Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 7 Feb 2023

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 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 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Tableau: Connection Types
  • Ans. 

    Tableau supports various connection types to connect to data sources.

    • Tableau supports live connections, extracts, and cloud-based connections.

    • Live connections allow real-time data analysis but require a stable network connection.

    • Extracts are static snapshots of data that can be refreshed on a schedule or manually.

    • Cloud-based connections allow users to connect to data stored in cloud-based platforms like AWS or Google C...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tableau: Row Level Security
  • Q3. Tableau: Dashboard Actions
  • Q4. Tableau Report Optimisation
  • Ans. 

    Tableau report optimisation involves improving performance and efficiency of Tableau reports.

    • Reduce the number of data points displayed in the report

    • Use filters to limit the amount of data being queried

    • Aggregate data at a higher level to reduce the number of rows

    • Optimize data source connections

    • Use extracts instead of live connections

    • Minimize the use of complex calculations

    • Use efficient visualizations

    • Consider hardware a

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Agile Process implemented
  • Ans. 

    Agile process is implemented in our organization.

    • We follow the Scrum framework for Agile development.

    • We have daily stand-up meetings to discuss progress and roadblocks.

    • We prioritize tasks based on customer feedback and business value.

    • We use Kanban boards to visualize and manage our workflow.

    • We conduct retrospectives at the end of each sprint to identify areas of improvement.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Technical interview was important, HR is last formality.

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Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 4 Apr 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic power platform
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. In depth SharePoint architecture
  • Ans. 

    SharePoint architecture involves components like web applications, site collections, sites, lists, libraries, and content databases.

    • SharePoint is built on top of ASP.NET framework

    • It uses SQL Server for storing content databases

    • Web applications host site collections which contain sites, lists, and libraries

    • SharePoint can be deployed on-premises or in the cloud using SharePoint Online

    • Customizations can be done using feat

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion

Skills evaluated in this interview

Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 21 Jun 2022

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions on Java, Java 8 , Spring boot, spring security, Eureka server, spring boot config
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Reason for change and salary discussion

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well for technical. Some conceptual questions with very close answers, some output (including compile/run time exception) and one coding assignment was given.

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Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 29 Sep 2023

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

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. Conflict resolution
  • Q2. Agile methodologies
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are future aspiration
  • Ans. 

    My future aspiration is to become a senior manager in a reputable company, leading a team towards success and making a significant impact in the industry.

    • Continue developing my leadership skills through training and mentorship programs

    • Gain experience in different departments to have a well-rounded understanding of the business

    • Work towards earning certifications or advanced degrees to enhance my knowledge and credibilit...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiations

Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 8 Apr 2022

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Mostly about technical expertise
  • Q2. Technology related questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Client round with technical expertise
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Related to salary and other hr related questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep calm and simple, be confident on what you know

Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 7 Apr 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Apr 2022. There were 4 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 - Aptitude Test 

Basic aptitude for freshers and not for seniors the process varies

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All technical questions mostly from graduation was asked
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions to test communication skills from a fresher, due seniors situational based questions will be asked

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be strong in whatever mentioned in resume, don't add anything extra

Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 10 Nov 2021

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. OOPS concepts and file handlers in perl
  • Ans. 

    OOPS concepts and file handlers in Perl

    • OOPS concepts include encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism

    • File handlers in Perl are used to read and write files

    • Perl provides built-in file handling functions like open(), close(), read(), and write()

    • File handlers can be used to manipulate files, such as appending data or creating new files

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Scrum ceremonies , JIRA usage and GIT
  • Q3. Different use cases like how I will handle conflicts , how the sprint managements can do without spill over ..etc
  • Ans. 

    Handling conflicts and sprint management without spill over.

    • For conflicts, I believe in open communication and active listening to understand all perspectives before finding a solution.

    • To avoid sprint spill over, I prioritize tasks and ensure that the team is aware of the timeline and progress.

    • I also encourage regular check-ins and retrospectives to identify any potential roadblocks and address them proactively.

    • For exa...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be confident and transparent . Explain what all know with confidence and admit the question you don't know as 'sorry I don't know' [Nobody is perfect :-)]

Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 24 Jun 2022

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Jun 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salesforce related question
  • Q2. Lwc and aura lightning questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be strong with basics, Salesforce security, and current project

Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 29 Oct 2021

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Apr 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Normal interview questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do not join this organization. They have no proper leadership vision and ethics

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Manager interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are Technical, HR and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Cognizant Manager 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 Project Management, Leadership, Team Management, Delivery Management and Recruitment.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant Manager interview?

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Cognizant Manager Interview Process

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3 Interview rounds

  • Technical Round - 1
  • Technical Round - 2
  • HR Round
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