Goldman Sachs Business Associate Interview Questions and Answers

Hard level maths and reasoning

Q1. Guesstimate of total contribution of foreign traveller in Indian economy
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Foreign travelers contribute significantly to the Indian economy through spending on accommodation, transportation, shopping, dining, and attractions.
• Foreign travelers contribute to the Indian economy through spending on accommodation, transportation, shopping, dining, and attractions.

• Tourism sector accounts for a significant portion of India's GDP and job creation.

• Foreign exchange earnings from tourism play a crucial ...read more
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Q2. Puzzle questions regarding no of doors open and some scenarios
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Q1. Basics about yourself
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Q2. Question around python sql joins etc
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Q3. Scenario based questions
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Q1. How to you manage team conflicts
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I address team conflicts by promoting open communication, active listening, and facilitating constructive discussions.
• Encourage open communication among team members to address conflicts early on

• Practice active listening to understand all perspectives and concerns

• Facilitate constructive discussions to find mutually beneficial solutions

• Implement team-building activities to improve relationships and prevent conflicts

• Seek...read more
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Q2. How many members in your team
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There are 7 members in my team.
• Our team consists of 3 business analysts, 2 data analysts, and 2 project managers.

• Each member has a specific role and responsibilities within the team.

• We work collaboratively to analyze business requirements and provide data-driven insights.
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Q1. Elevator pitch case study
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Q2. Are you willing to move to hyderabad
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Yes, I am willing to relocate to Hyderabad for the right opportunity.
• I am open to relocating for the right job opportunity

• I have researched about Hyderabad and am comfortable with the idea of living there

• I am excited about the prospect of working in a new city
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Impact of AI in IT Industry

Q1. Sales Related questions
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Q2. Comparison with other Banks
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We differentiate ourselves from other banks through our personalized customer service, innovative digital solutions, and strong community involvement.
• Our bank offers personalized financial solutions tailored to each customer's unique needs.

• We have invested in cutting-edge digital banking technology to provide a seamless and convenient banking experience.

• Our bank actively participates in community events and initiatives...read more
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Q3. Situation based Questions
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Q1. Salary expectation
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Q1. What challenges you faced as a Business Analyst during the project?
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Q2. How do you handle a change request in the middle of a sprint?
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Handle change requests by evaluating impact, discussing with stakeholders, adjusting priorities, and communicating effectively.
• Evaluate the impact of the change request on current sprint goals and timeline.

• Discuss the change request with stakeholders to understand the rationale and urgency.

• Adjust priorities within the sprint backlog if necessary to accommodate the change.

• Communicate effectively with the team about the ...read more
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Q1. Outcome of joins
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Joins in SQL combine rows from two or more tables based on a related column between them.
• Joins are used to retrieve data from multiple tables based on a related column between them.

• Common types of joins include INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, and FULL JOIN.

• INNER JOIN returns rows when there is at least one match in both tables.

• LEFT JOIN returns all rows from the left table and the matched rows from the right table.

• R...read more
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Q2. Types of joins in sql
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Types of joins in SQL include inner join, outer join, left join, right join, and full join.
• Inner join: Returns rows when there is a match in both tables

• Outer join: Returns all rows when there is a match in one of the tables

• Left join: Returns all rows from the left table and the matched rows from the right table

• Right join: Returns all rows from the right table and the matched rows from the left table

• Full join: Returns r
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Q1. Basic case study questions.
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Q2. And basic python questions
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Q1. The First Round is technical by the Project leader and the next round is situational and behavioral round by the director.
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Q1. What are the different sections in FRD?
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FRD (Functional Requirements Document) typically consists of sections like Introduction, Scope, Functional Requirements, Non-Functional Requirements, etc.
• Introduction: Provides an overview of the project and its objectives.

• Scope: Defines the boundaries of the project and what is included/excluded.

• Functional Requirements: Describes the specific functions the system must perform.

• Non-Functional Requirements: Specifies the...read more
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