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Updated 7 Aug 2024

Crowe Horwath Scrum Master Interview Experiences

3 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Introduction around scrum and working
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics of the work that is been done

Scrum Master Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 27 Mar 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question on scrum, experience
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 2 on 1 interview. Question revolving around experience, scenario based questional, checking interpersonal skills, people management, project/program management, drive element for team/organisation.
Round 3 - Team fitment round 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. With PO & TL to check if fits in the team. Approach to handle team, agile transformation, scrum/SAFe implementation
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiation, benefits, and perks discussions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be yourself, answer with example around your experience. Dont lie as much as possible. Try to include theory+ practical exposure into your answer. Scenario based- use STAR approach.

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Scrum Master Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 23 Mar 2023

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Feb 2023. There were 5 interview rounds.

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General question revolving around experience Scenario based question
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Panel of 2 agile coach checking knowledge on area, discussion, scenario based interview
Round 4 - Team Fitment 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Product Manager, TL Checking fitment in team and how would I value to team and program
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Genearl org specific beenfits and expected CTC check

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be yourself;
Try to provide ans by including your your experience, situation you have been through
Try to include how you can improve and benefit
Dont give one word ans but use STAR approach
Motivation and coaching experience and answer would benefit

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do we need scrum master
  • Q2. Restrospective patterns
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What coaching and mentering
  • Q2. How would you explain agile to you mom
Round 3 - Waiting 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Waiting on client round

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Self study and scenarios based
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced Scrum Master with a background in software development and a passion for facilitating team collaboration and continuous improvement.

    • Over 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master in various software development teams

    • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) with strong knowledge of Agile principles and practices

    • Facilitated daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives

    • Worked closely with Prod...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Whats the team size you handle and how do you manage team in a sprint
  • Ans. 

    I handle a team of 7 members and manage them by facilitating daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and removing impediments.

    • Facilitate daily stand-ups to keep the team aligned and focused on sprint goals

    • Lead sprint planning meetings to prioritize tasks and set achievable goals

    • Conduct retrospectives to reflect on what went well and what can be improved for the next sprint

    • Remove impediments that are blocking ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain difference between scrum and kanban
  • Ans. 

    Scrum is time-boxed with fixed iterations, while Kanban is continuous flow with no fixed time-boxes.

    • Scrum has fixed iterations called sprints, while Kanban has no fixed time-boxes.

    • Scrum focuses on completing a set amount of work within a sprint, while Kanban focuses on continuous delivery of work.

    • Scrum limits work in progress by setting a sprint goal, while Kanban limits work in progress based on capacity and flow.

    • Scru...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. State various conflicts you resolved as a scrum master within your tea.
  • Ans. 

    Resolved conflicts related to task prioritization, communication issues, and team member disagreements.

    • Facilitated discussions to prioritize tasks based on business value and team capacity.

    • Addressed communication breakdowns by encouraging open dialogue and active listening.

    • Mediated conflicts between team members by helping them understand each other's perspectives.

    • Implemented team agreements and ground rules to prevent...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Explain with example the various kinds of risks you managed in a sprint.
  • Ans. 

    Managed risks in sprints by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential issues to ensure successful delivery.

    • Identified potential risks at the beginning of the sprint through team discussions and retrospectives

    • Assessed the impact and likelihood of each risk to prioritize mitigation efforts

    • Mitigated risks by implementing proactive measures such as adjusting sprint scope or increasing communication

    • Example: Identifie...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What are KPIs and which ones do you use in your project
  • Ans. 

    KPIs are Key Performance Indicators used to measure the success of a project. Examples include velocity, sprint burndown, and team happiness.

    • KPIs are metrics used to evaluate the performance and success of a project

    • Common KPIs in Agile projects include velocity, sprint burndown, and team happiness

    • KPIs help teams track progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. ROAM matrix and risk mitigation approach
  • Q2. Difference between DOR, DOD And acceptance criteria
  • Ans. 

    DOR defines what needs to be done, DOD defines when it is done, and acceptance criteria defines how it is done.

    • Definition of Ready (DOR) specifies when a product backlog item is ready to be worked on

    • Definition of Done (DOD) specifies the criteria that a product increment must meet to be considered complete

    • Acceptance criteria are specific conditions that a product or feature must meet to be accepted by the stakeholders

    • D...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Situational questions on team management
  • Q4. Situational questions on conflict management
  • Q5. Release management and planning

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Know the basics and you will be good. Go thoroughly through the job description.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. How would you sell agile to a customer
  • Ans. 

    Agile helps deliver value faster and adapt to changing requirements. Here's how it benefits you:

    • Agile allows for continuous feedback and improvement

    • Agile enables faster time-to-market

    • Agile promotes collaboration and transparency

    • Agile reduces risk and increases predictability

    • Agile delivers value in small increments

    • Agile allows for flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just be your self .. Answer intuitively have a presence of mind.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
-

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How to calculate Average Velocity
  • Ans. 

    Average Velocity is calculated by summing up the total story points completed in a sprint and dividing it by the number of sprints.

    • Sum up the total story points completed in a sprint

    • Divide the total story points by the number of sprints

    • The result is the Average Velocity

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to transform Waterfall Into Agile
  • Ans. 

    Transforming Waterfall into Agile involves shifting from a sequential to iterative approach, focusing on collaboration and adaptability.

    • Educate team members on Agile principles and practices

    • Break down project into smaller, manageable tasks

    • Implement regular feedback loops and retrospectives

    • Encourage collaboration and communication among team members

    • Adapt and iterate based on feedback and changing requirements

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed in Nov 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Questions were about the work I had done in my internships, General questions on core engineering topics
  • Q2. 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 successful project implementations

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    • Client-focused approach to problem-solving

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Your background?
  • Ans. 

    Experienced consultant with a background in finance and project management.

    • 10+ years of experience in finance and project management

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    • Proven track record of successful project implementations

    • Experience working with cross-functional teams

    • Certified in project management (PMP)

    • Previous clients include Fortune 500 companies such as XYZ Corp

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What do you do in your free time?
  • Ans. 

    In my free time, I enjoy hiking, reading, and trying out new recipes.

    • Hiking in local trails and national parks

    • Reading fiction and non-fiction books

    • Experimenting with cooking and baking new dishes

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Questions related to general awareness
  • Q6. Discussion on the skills written on the resume.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Shortlisting on data analytics background/ Management Internship experience

Round: Test
Tips: Medium level of toughness
Duration: 1 hour

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Asked about everything written in the resume. (related to technical points)
Tips: Communicate and explain properly

Round: HR Interview
Tips: The next questions of the HR will be based on the answer that you gave to his previous one. Thoroughly read about the company.

Round: Telephonic conversation senior employes
Experience: I was asked to tell my favorite subject. Then the interviewer picked on of the subjects that I had mentioned him and asked me about what all topics I had covered on that subject. I was asked to explain every topic with proper examples.
Tips: They will test how well structures your answer is. Mention the subject fairly related to the JD.

College Name: VIT Vellore

I was interviewed in Aug 2017.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Offline test. Mostly concerned with data sufficiency, geometry and age relations and such apti questions. In verbal part there was sentence equivalence and completion questions. Small RC passages were as well.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: I was mostly asked some problems and approaches of mathematics and I had been asked about an algorithm I implemented in one of my research project.

College Name: Jadavpur University, Kolkata
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Crowe Horwath Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Crowe Horwath Scrum Master interview?
Crowe Horwath interview process usually has 3-4 rounds. The most common rounds in the Crowe Horwath interview process are One-on-one Round, Technical and HR.
How to prepare for Crowe Horwath Scrum Master 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 Crowe Horwath. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Crowe Horwath expect are Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Agile and Agile Methodology.
What are the top questions asked in Crowe Horwath Scrum Master interview?

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