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Cognizant Senior Project Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 9 Apr 2024

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2 interviews found

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

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Resource allocation with proper time and Utlization
  • Ans. 

    Resource allocation involves assigning the right people to the right tasks at the right time to maximize efficiency.

    • Understand project requirements and timelines before allocating resources

    • Consider the skills and strengths of team members when assigning tasks

    • Regularly monitor and adjust resource allocation based on project progress

    • Use tools like Gantt charts or project management software to track resource utilization

    • C...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - One must be open to newer tech stack roles
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Jul 2022. 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.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Standard test, similar to DRDO kind of test preparation

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Local variable, global variable, Oops concepts
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Standard - why do you want to join us, where do you see urselft 5 yrs from now, you are not from IT/CS stream then what value add you will bring

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be positive, confident & original in what you say

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I was interviewed before Oct 2020.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Describe different support model and how would you manage
  • Ans. 

    Different support models include onsite, offsite, offshore, and hybrid. Managing involves identifying the best fit for the project and ensuring effective communication and collaboration.

    • Onsite support involves having the support team physically present at the client's location.

    • Offsite support involves providing support remotely from a different location.

    • Offshore support involves outsourcing support to a different count...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Describe the steps in proposal for new engagement

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was great experience. Had in total 3 rounds.

Senior Project Manager Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 8 Jun 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. PROJECT WORK Detailed information
  • Q2. Business KPI & management dashboard
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Related of IT PROJECT WORK Infrastructure & POWER ASI & LPAR.
  • Q2. INCIDENTS MANAGEMENT & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Negotiate of CTC
  • Q2. Benefit of HR, facilities
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about a time you faced a difficult customer
  • Q2. Tell me about a time you failed
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Mostly project management concepts
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Project management concepts, PMP based
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain about your work experience
  • Ans. 

    I have over 10 years of experience managing complex projects in various industries.

    • Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget

    • Developed and implemented project plans, schedules, and budgets

    • Managed stakeholder expectations and communicated project status updates regularly

    • Identified and mitigated project risks to ensure successful project completion

    • Utilized project management too

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  • Q2. Define agile concepts
  • Ans. 

    Agile concepts refer to a set of values and principles for iterative and incremental project management.

    • Focus on customer collaboration over contract negotiation

    • Embrace change rather than following a plan

    • Deliver working software frequently

    • Encourage self-organizing teams

    • Reflect on how to become more effective

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  • Q3. Define ITSM process
  • Ans. 

    ITSM process refers to the set of activities performed by an organization to design, plan, deliver, operate, and control IT services.

    • ITSM processes help organizations align IT services with business needs and improve overall efficiency.

    • Common ITSM processes include incident management, change management, problem management, and service level management.

    • ITSM frameworks like ITIL provide guidelines for implementing and m...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Tell about industry experience
  • Ans. 

    I have over 10 years of industry experience in project management, specifically in the technology sector.

    • Managed cross-functional teams to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget

    • Implemented Agile methodologies to improve project efficiency

    • Led the implementation of a new CRM system resulting in a 20% increase in sales productivity

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Experience as People Manager
  • Ans. 

    I have over 5 years of experience managing teams of up to 20 people, providing guidance, support, and feedback to ensure project success.

    • Led a team of 15 project coordinators to successfully complete a high-profile project ahead of schedule

    • Implemented performance improvement plans for underperforming team members, resulting in increased productivity

    • Conducted regular team meetings to address any issues, provide updates,

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Experience on handling projects /risk mgt/POA
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience in handling projects, risk management, and developing POA.

    • I have managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality output.

    • I have identified and mitigated potential risks by developing contingency plans.

    • I have developed and executed POA to achieve project goals and objectives.

    • I have experience in using project management tools such as JIRA, Trello, and Asana.

    • I hav...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. We need to be realistic and factful when we share any example. prepared well in advance for your previous projects exp and make sure you share all relevant things.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be factful , realistic and say no if you dont know.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via AmbitionBox and was interviewed before Apr 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 Resume tips
Round 2 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Related job and skills
  • Q2. Tell me something about yourself?
  • Q3. Why should I hire you?
  • Q4. What was your strength
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic knowledge of some skills like MS EXCEL ,MS WORD ,MS POWERPOINT
  • Q2. Can you briefly tell us about the last project you worked on?

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for HCLTech Senior Project Manager interview:
  • Communication Skills
  • MS Office
  • ms word
  • Excel
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Practice interview skills
Research the company
Informational interview
Create plan
Stay positive
Show how you add value
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced Senior Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

    • Over 10 years of project management experience

    • Strong leadership and communication skills

    • Expertise in creating and managing project plans

    • Ability to identify and mitigate risks

    • Experience working with stakeholders at all levels

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about your previous organisation what are the day to day operations you handle there?
  • Ans. 

    I worked at a large technology company where I managed a team of project managers and oversaw the day-to-day operations of various projects.

    • Managed a team of project managers

    • Oversaw day-to-day operations of multiple projects

    • Developed project plans and timelines

    • Communicated with stakeholders to ensure project goals were met

    • Identified and resolved project issues and risks

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Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Senior Project Manager interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and Aptitude Test.
How to prepare for Cognizant Senior Project 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, Stakeholder Management, AWS, Agile and Agile Coaching.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant Senior Project Manager interview?

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