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I applied via Campus Placement

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 

General Apptitude test

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What do you know about ERP
  • Ans. 

    ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning, a software system that helps organizations manage and integrate their important business processes.

    • ERP software typically includes modules for finance, human resources, supply chain management, and customer relationship management.

    • It helps streamline processes, improve efficiency, and provide real-time data for decision-making.

    • Examples of popular ERP systems include SAP, Ora...

  • Answered by AI

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I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jan 2018. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about your work profile. How does a payment infrastructure works ? Why you want to join Consulting.
  • Ans. 

    I have experience in designing and implementing payment infrastructures, and I am interested in joining Consulting to leverage my skills in helping clients optimize their operations.

    • Designed and implemented payment infrastructures for various clients

    • Understand the flow of transactions from initiation to settlement

    • Knowledge of different payment methods and technologies

    • Experience in ensuring security and compliance in pa...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Run through your profile.
  • Ans. 

    Experienced Senior Consultant with a background in project management, strategic planning, and client relations.

    • Over 8 years of experience in consulting roles

    • Strong track record of successfully leading projects from inception to completion

    • Skilled in developing and implementing strategic plans to drive business growth

    • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

    • Proficient in data analysis and problem-solving

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Interview Preparation Tips

General Tips: Just be yourself. They mostly see in a candidate behavioural instincts required for consulting. How much pressure and travel you can do ?
Skills: Communication, Body Language, Problem Solving, Leadership, Decision Making Skills
Duration: >3 Months

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Jun 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. What are your domain skillsets and how did you apply technical expertise on them?
  • Ans. 

    I have domain skillsets in project management, data analysis, and software development. I have applied technical expertise in these areas to deliver successful projects.

    • Proficient in project management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall

    • Skilled in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and Tableau

    • Experienced in software development languages such as Java and Python

    • Applied technical expertise to successfully deli...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are some of the challenging situations handled at work?
  • Q3. Which technology are you strong in and how do you adapt for a switch in technologies between careers
  • Ans. 

    I am strong in multiple technologies and adapt quickly to new ones.

    • I have experience in various technologies such as Java, Python, and SQL.

    • I stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in technology.

    • I am a quick learner and can adapt to new technologies easily.

    • I have successfully switched between technologies in my previous careers, such as moving from Java development to data analysis using Python.

    • I am ope...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Deloitte expects candidates to be more professional and have a solid vocabulary to ensure we present our brand to clients.
Also the candidate should be strong in techno-functional skills

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Aug 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tests your Tech skills and People Management

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Beprepared, Be Yourself.

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Apex trigger related questions, basic salesforce configuration, questions around sharing

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Relax it is not difficult.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Case Study 

Business scenario on ERP implementation

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Financials, project estimate scenario based questions
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Business process and re-engineering related questions
  • Q2. Consulting and discovery related questions
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Culture fit and HR questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be crisp to the point while answering,
Answer case study based questions and technical questions in a structured format

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jul 2021. 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 - Case Study 

Digital Transformation Case Studies

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - There are largely 2 types of interviews - behavioral and case interviews. For behavioral, practice your situational querstions very well. Case Interviews are the typical types, in which the interviewer will provide an open ended case and will seek your help in navigating the buisness situation. Typically, Deloitte's cases are a bit tech centric, reflecting the majority of its projects, which are digital transformation projects.

I applied via Walk-in

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. P&G has acquired Gillette and is looking for cost reduction across logistics & supply chain. How would you advise them?
  • Ans. 

    Advise P&G on cost reduction in logistics & supply chain after acquiring Gillette.

    • Conduct a thorough analysis of the current logistics & supply chain processes to identify areas of improvement.

    • Explore options for optimizing transportation routes and modes to reduce costs.

    • Implement a demand-driven supply chain strategy to reduce inventory and improve efficiency.

    • Leverage technology such as automation and data analytics t...

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  • Q2. How would you leverage E&Y strengths to help telecom companies grow their enterprise business?
  • Ans. 

    E&Y strengths can be leveraged to help telecom companies grow their enterprise business by...

    • Providing strategic consulting services to identify growth opportunities and develop effective business strategies

    • Offering financial advisory services to help telecom companies secure funding for expansion and investment in new technologies

    • Leveraging E&Y's global network to connect telecom companies with potential partners and ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are the 2 key areas that would help Indian IT companies remain competitive
  • Ans. 

    Investing in innovation and upskilling employees are key areas for Indian IT companies to remain competitive.

    • Investing in research and development to create innovative solutions

    • Upskilling employees to keep up with emerging technologies

    • Focusing on customer-centric approach to deliver personalized solutions

    • Adopting agile methodologies to improve efficiency and speed of delivery

    • Collaborating with startups and other compan...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: I asked a couple of clarifying questions: Does P&G manufacture/market shaving products? Answer: No. Is the integration complete (I got a vague response for this)? Are we defining a strategy for short term or long term? Answer: Both I then classified 3 areas of cost reduction: Sourcing, Manufacturing & Distribution. I also mentioned that we need to take 2 perspectives on each cost reduction measure: Operations View: Operationally how feasible is achieving cost reduction and a Strategic View: What are the strategic implications of the cost cutting measure Once I got affirmation of my structure I proceeded to identify the various broad level levers we could adopt. Sourcing: Rationalize the supplier portfolio, renegotiate contracts and allocate more to those who provide better rates Manufacturing; Consolidate manufacturing if P&G plants can produce Gillette goods. It turned out that only packaging could be consolidated as Gillette goods need specialized machinery that P&G does not have. Also P&G due to its larger size can have economies of scale in maintenance Distribution: I was asked to get deep into details regarding a couple of items and this is where I stumbled a bit. I believe the normal case preparation only lets you get a 30,000 foot overview of the situation. Since EnY also does implementation one must depart from a strategic view and address how these measures can be actually implemented. After all this, I ended the case by suggesting the use of a matrix to plot all measures. The X-axis would be amount of cost reduction that can be achieved and Y-axis would be ease of implementation.
Tips: Firms like EnY, Deloitte hire you as consultants for a specific vertical so you need to demonstrate fit in the resume, EoI and interview. It may be good to inquire about specific projects/expertise they have in the vertical of your choice and coming up with examples to demonstrate how your experience will be helpful.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: 1) I said we can leverage our domain expertise to recommend innovative business models to telecom companies that involve triple-play, quadruple-play of services. We can see which model provides greatest benefits and suggest that our client use that. Our implementation focus can also help us
2) For this question, I took the conservative approach and was not very creative. I said that the 2 key areas are: driving innovation and controlling attrition.

Tips: When the interview is with people at the partner level, they become more like conversations. In my experience, in such cases the interviewer is looking for cut and dry responses and not the traditional rehearsed answers. Also, they look for a practical approach to problem solving and a passion for consulting.

Skills: Case Solving Ability, Case Analysis
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

I applied via Walk-in

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. A retailer needs to set up warehouses. Should he hire a logistics provider or should he do it himself. How would you analyse the same? If he cannot find a good enough logistics provider, what should he do?
  • Ans. 

    The decision to hire a logistics provider or set up warehouses depends on various factors.

    • Analyse the retailer's business requirements, budget, and expertise in logistics.

    • Consider the cost-benefit analysis of hiring a logistics provider versus setting up warehouses.

    • Evaluate the logistics provider's capabilities, experience, and reputation before making a decision.

    • If a good logistics provider cannot be found, explore al...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How would you measure the number of windows in Delhi
  • Ans. 

    Count the number of windows in Delhi by dividing the city into smaller areas and conducting a sample survey.

    • Divide Delhi into smaller areas

    • Conduct a sample survey in each area to count the number of windows in a few buildings

    • Calculate the average number of windows per building in each area

    • Multiply the average by the total number of buildings in the area to estimate the total number of windows

    • Add up the estimates from e...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: I said I would analyse the costs, but as per my personal experience, until and unless the retailer intends to get into the logistics business, he should hire an external logistics provider, since it makes sense to concentrate in the core, and outsource the non-core activities.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: I said I would take the population of Delhi and find out the working population and the non-working population. For the non-working, I would estimate the number of households taking an average of 4 people per household. And then an estimate on the number of windows per house. Taking the number of working people, I would further divide them into people working in different sizes of workplaces, and then estimate the no of establishments and the no of windows in each establishment.
Tips: Be confident.

Skills: Case Solving Ability, Case Analysis, Guesstimate Skills
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

I applied via Walk-in

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. A North American telecom operator wants to enter the Indian market. They hire you as a consultant. How would you go about helping them in making a decision? And also how can they enter the market?
  • Ans. 

    As a consultant, I would analyze the Indian telecom market and provide a market entry strategy for the North American operator.

    • Conduct a market analysis to understand the current telecom landscape in India

    • Identify potential competitors and their market share

    • Assess regulatory and legal requirements for foreign telecom operators

    • Evaluate the demand for telecom services in different regions of India

    • Develop a market entry s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Mini case - You are consulting for a top investment bank. You need to help them in deciding what all processes to outsource. Mention a criteria that can be used to outsource?
  • Ans. 

    Criteria for outsourcing processes for an investment bank

    • Identify non-core processes that can be outsourced

    • Consider cost savings and efficiency gains

    • Evaluate vendor capabilities and track record

    • Assess potential risks and impact on data security

    • Ensure alignment with company culture and values

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Estimate the petrol utilization in Mumbai in a year.
  • Ans. 

    It is difficult to estimate the petrol utilization in Mumbai in a year due to various factors.

    • Petrol utilization depends on various factors such as population, number of vehicles, fuel efficiency, traffic conditions, etc.

    • Data on the number of vehicles and their fuel efficiency can be used to estimate petrol utilization.

    • Petrol utilization may vary based on the time of the year, such as during monsoon season or festivals...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: In this market entry case, I started with the industry analysis in terms of size, profitability, growth potential etc. Then I went on to do the competitor, customer and company analysis (if it can leverage its existing strengths in the Indian market). I spoke about the regulatory issues too. The interviewer cut me short in the analysis and wanted me to focus on the ways the operators can go about the entry in any market and the ways it has been done in India. Here I spoke about options like MVNO (not allowed in India)/ partnership/ JV/acquisition etc. Next she asked me to determine the segment this telco should target. I spoke about the Indian Telecom scenario. The penetration in Urban and rural areas. Also given that this telco has more competencies in dealing with the youth segment in North America, this might be a good segment to target initially. I identified other reasons for this. In the end we had a discussion on the recent entry of Virgin mobile in the Indian market and how they are targeting the Youth segment. In this case along with the use of framework, I was also tested on my understanding of the Indian telecom market. I have prior experience in Telecom. The interviewer was also interested in the implementation issues.

I started by mentioning how the core and non-core activities can be used as a criteria for outsourcing. Then she wanted me to identify the non core processes for an investment bank. Some of the processes I identified were Non core - procurement, financial accounting, human resources, reporting, some part of IT etc.
Tips: I was being interviewed for the Telecom, Technology and the Outsourcing vertical. This was reflected in the cases. So knowledge of the sectors you are applying to helps a lot.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: It was a market size estimation case. I approached it by estimating the number of families in Mumbai from its population. Then I segmented the market based on income level and for each segment assumed a “vehicle per family” ratio (both for 2 wheelers and 4 wheelers). Then I assumed the average distance covered for each category and the mileage.
Tips: Be systematic in estimation cases and state each assumption clearly. Practice prevents us from making arbitrary assumptions.

Skills: Case Solving Ability, Case Analysis
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)
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