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Updated 19 Aug 2022

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2 interviews found

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Experience and scheduled call
Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Validation deliverables
  • Q2. Software validation process
  • Q3. How to calculate Risk assessment
  • Ans. 

    Risk assessment is calculated by identifying potential risks, analyzing their likelihood and impact, and developing strategies to mitigate them.

    • Identify potential risks

    • Analyze the likelihood and impact of each risk

    • Develop strategies to mitigate or manage the risks

    • Assign a risk score based on the likelihood and impact

    • Regularly review and update the risk assessment

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cognizant Associate Project Lead interview:
  • Alm
  • URS
  • Risk Assessment
  • Functionality Testing
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please go through the details process of CSV validation of software, may ask questions on Deliverables such as URS, Regression testings etc.

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

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Some questions related to Lightning Aura

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was good

Associate Project Lead Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

asked in Cognizant
Q1. How to calculate Risk assessment
Q2. What projects in Machine Design have you executed
Q3. Coroutines in kotlin

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Coding Test 

It had a 2 programs with easy and medium level of coding programs, please go through the recent interview problems asked in wipro

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Object oriented programming
  • Ans. 

    Object oriented programming is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects, which can contain data and code.

    • OOP focuses on creating objects that interact with each other to solve problems

    • Encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism are key principles of OOP

    • Examples of OOP languages include Java, C++, and Python

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is multi threading
  • Ans. 

    Multi threading is a programming concept where multiple threads within a process execute independently to improve performance.

    • Allows for concurrent execution of tasks within a single process

    • Improves performance by utilizing multiple CPU cores

    • Requires careful synchronization to avoid race conditions

    • Examples include web servers handling multiple requests simultaneously

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why is java not 100% oop
  • Ans. 

    Java is not 100% OOP because it supports primitive data types and static methods.

    • Java has primitive data types like int, double, etc. which are not objects.

    • Java allows static methods which do not require an instance of a class to be called.

    • Java also has the concept of wrapper classes to convert primitive data types to objects.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are collections in java
  • Ans. 

    Collections in Java are classes and interfaces that provide a way to store and manipulate groups of objects.

    • Collections provide dynamic data structures like List, Set, and Map.

    • They offer methods to add, remove, and manipulate elements in the collection.

    • Examples include ArrayList, LinkedList, HashSet, and HashMap.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Internal working of hash map
  • Ans. 

    A hash map is a data structure that stores key-value pairs and uses a hash function to map keys to their corresponding values.

    • Hash map uses a hash function to determine the index of the key-value pair in the underlying array.

    • Collision resolution techniques like chaining or open addressing are used to handle situations where multiple keys hash to the same index.

    • Hash maps typically have O(1) average time complexity for i...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you tell me about your experience?
  • Q2. Why do you want to switch?
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Topic for GD was AI in BPO.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Can you explain various workflow techniques?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always go through your resume before giving interview.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Over all experience and details on Implementation project
  • Q2. Scenario based questions?
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is your current salary and what is expected
  • Ans. 

    I am currently earning $80,000 annually and I am looking for a salary in the range of $90,000 to $100,000.

    • Current salary: $80,000 annually

    • Expected salary range: $90,000 - $100,000

    • Open to negotiation based on benefits and responsibilities

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you describe your project management skills?
  • Q2. Tell ur experience and PMP frameworks
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About project management
  • Q2. About Network Infrastructure
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 Oct 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about project charter
  • Ans. 

    Project charter is a document that formally authorizes a project and provides the project manager with the authority to apply organizational resources to project activities.

    • Defines the project scope, objectives, deliverables, and stakeholders

    • Outlines the project timeline, budget, and resources

    • Establishes the project manager's authority and responsibilities

    • Serves as a reference point for decision-making and conflict res...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What process followed to handle the Project Management in your current organization.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is salary and why do you want to have it
  • Ans. 

    Salary is a fixed regular payment made by an employer to an employee for work done.

    • Salary is a form of compensation for the work and services provided by an individual.

    • It provides financial stability and security for individuals and their families.

    • Salary is often used as a measure of one's value and contribution in the workplace.

    • It can also serve as a motivation for employees to perform well and achieve goals.

    • Examples:...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why you want to earn, you should work without salary
  • Ans. 

    I believe in fair compensation for the value I bring to a project, as it motivates me to perform at my best.

    • Fair compensation is a recognition of the value and effort I contribute to a project

    • Salary is a form of appreciation and motivation for employees

    • Financial stability is important for personal and professional growth

  • Answered by AI

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Associate Project Lead interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are HR and Technical.
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