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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Business development
  • Q2. Terms management and development

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Well spoken and talked about business development How to work and how to triple the business further

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

I appeared for an interview before Feb 2024.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to work with us?
  • Ans. 

    I am drawn to your company's commitment to innovation and growth, and I believe my skills align well with the opportunities here.

    • I am impressed by the company's track record of success and growth

    • I see great potential for career advancement and development within the organization

    • I believe my experience and skills make me a strong fit for the branch manager role here

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What relevant experience you have for this role?
  • Ans. 

    I have over 5 years of experience in banking operations, team management, and customer service.

    • Managed a team of 15 employees in a busy bank branch, ensuring daily operations ran smoothly

    • Implemented new customer service strategies that resulted in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction

    • Led training sessions for new employees on banking procedures and compliance regulations

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Management related questions
  • Q2. Conflit resolution
  • Q3. Customer service related question
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Business volume
  • Q2. DSA / connector list

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just talking about business volume and nothing else
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Sales question 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asking about team handling experience
  • Q2. Asking about mortgage loan experience

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions on conditional probability

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare probability/statistics etc.

Interview Questionnaire 

30 Questions

  • Q1. Did u have lunch? ·
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I had a delicious sandwich for lunch.

    • I had a sandwich for lunch

    • It was delicious

    • I also had a side of chips

    • I drank water with my meal

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for problem-solving and a strong work ethic.

    • I have a degree in computer science and have worked as a software developer for the past 5 years.

    • I am skilled in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++.

    • I have experience working on both front-end and back-end development projects.

    • I am a quick learner and enjoy taking on new challenges.

    • In my free time, I enjoy hiki

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is inner join, outer join, left outer join?
  • Ans. 

    Inner join, outer join, and left outer join are types of SQL joins used to combine data from multiple tables.

    • Inner join returns only the matching rows from both tables

    • Outer join returns all rows from both tables, with null values for non-matching rows

    • Left outer join returns all rows from the left table and matching rows from the right table

    • Example: Inner join - SELECT * FROM table1 INNER JOIN table2 ON table1.id = tabl...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. She gave me a question and asked me to write down SQL queries · Asked me a puzzle, how would you reduce the number of iterations (make it more effective)
  • Q5. Tell me about your projects. Explain one in detail (Prepare well)
  • Ans. 

    Developed a web-based project management tool for a software company

    • Used Agile methodology to develop the tool

    • Implemented features such as task assignment, progress tracking, and team collaboration

    • Designed a user-friendly interface with drag-and-drop functionality

    • Integrated with third-party tools such as JIRA and Slack

    • Received positive feedback from the client and increased team productivity

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Asked me to write down a java code (pattern matching) ·
  • Q7. What was the last topic you studied (apart exam syllabus)
  • Ans. 

    I recently studied the impact of social media on mental health.

    • Explored the correlation between social media usage and depression/anxiety

    • Researched the effects of cyberbullying on mental health

    • Analyzed the role of social media in promoting positive mental health

    • Reviewed studies on the benefits and drawbacks of social media use for mental health

    • Examined strategies for promoting healthy social media habits

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Rate yourself on scale of 10 in Java and database
  • Ans. 

    I would rate myself 8 in Java and 7 in database.

    • I have extensive experience in Java programming and have worked on multiple projects using Java.

    • I am proficient in database management and have worked with various database systems like MySQL and Oracle.

    • I am constantly learning and improving my skills in both Java and database management.

    • I have also completed relevant courses and certifications in Java and database manage...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Gave me a question and asked me to write queries (union, intersection, joins, ordering)
  • Q10. Asked me to write a code in java (Data Structures)
  • Q11. Make it more efficient (Think aloud and keep trying)
  • Q12. What is SDLC? Explain all phases in detail
  • Ans. 

    SDLC stands for Software Development Life Cycle. It is a process followed by software development teams to design, develop and test high-quality software.

    • The phases of SDLC are Planning, Analysis, Design, Development, Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance.

    • Planning involves defining the project scope, goals, and objectives.

    • Analysis involves gathering and analyzing requirements.

    • Design involves creating a detailed design o...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. Which of the two phases would you like to work? Why so?
  • Ans. 

    I would like to work in the second phase as it involves implementation and execution.

    • I prefer to work in the second phase as it involves putting the plan into action.

    • I enjoy the hands-on experience of executing a project.

    • The second phase allows me to see the results of my work and make necessary adjustments.

    • For example, in a software development project, I would like to work in the second phase where I can code and tes...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q14. Tell me your strengths ·
  • Ans. 

    I am a quick learner with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

    • Quick learner

    • Excellent communication skills

    • Strong problem-solving skills

  • Answered by AI
  • Q15. Asked me to solve a puzzle ·
  • Q16. Which is the first month in a year?
  • Ans. 

    The first month in a year is January.

    • January is the first month in the Gregorian calendar.

    • It has 31 days.

    • It is named after the Roman god Janus.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q17. He gave me managerial situations for testing my sense of ethics and responsibility
  • Q18. How was your day?
  • Ans. 

    It was a busy day filled with meetings and deadlines.

    • Had multiple meetings with clients and team members

    • Worked on completing a project before the deadline

    • Managed to finish all tasks on my to-do list

  • Answered by AI
  • Q19. Were the interviewers nice? Why do you feel so?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, the interviewers were very nice and welcoming.

    • The interviewers greeted me warmly and made me feel comfortable.

    • They asked questions in a friendly and conversational tone.

    • They were patient and gave me time to think before answering.

    • Overall, I had a positive experience with the interviewers.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q20. Are you ready for 5-6 more interviews?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am prepared for 5-6 more interviews.

    • I have researched the company and the position thoroughly.

    • I have practiced answering common interview questions.

    • I have prepared questions to ask the interviewer.

    • I am mentally and physically prepared for the interviews.

    • I am excited for the opportunity to showcase my skills and experience.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q21. What did you like about our PPT? ·
  • Ans. 

    I found the PPT to be well-organized and visually appealing.

    • The use of graphics and images helped to break up the text and keep my attention.

    • The information was presented in a logical order, making it easy to follow.

    • The color scheme was pleasing to the eye and not overwhelming.

    • The charts and graphs were clear and easy to understand.

    • Overall, the PPT was engaging and informative.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q22. Tell me about your achievements
  • Ans. 

    I have achieved several milestones in my career, including increasing sales revenue by 20% and leading a successful project team.

    • Increased sales revenue by 20% through effective marketing strategies

    • Led a successful project team to complete a complex project on time and within budget

    • Received Employee of the Year award for outstanding performance and dedication

    • Developed and implemented a new customer service program that...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q23. Your scores are low in first year. Why so?
  • Ans. 

    I struggled to adjust to the new academic environment and workload in my first year.

    • Transitioning from high school to college can be challenging

    • I had to learn new study habits and time management skills

    • I sought help from tutors and professors to improve my grades

  • Answered by AI
  • Q24. Tell me about your weakness. Name at least 3 of them
  • Ans. 

    I tend to overthink, struggle with time management, and can be too self-critical.

    • Overthinking can lead to analysis paralysis and slow decision-making

    • Time management can be improved through prioritization and delegation

    • Self-criticism can hinder confidence and productivity

  • Answered by AI
  • Q25. Asked me about political issues prevailing in Iraq
  • Q26. Do you have any other offer?
  • Q27. Which was the last company you got rejected? What do you think is the reason?
  • Ans. 

    I don't have the available data.

    • NO data available.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q28. Why Nomura?
  • Ans. 

    Nomura is a leading global financial services firm with a strong reputation and diverse range of opportunities.

    • Nomura has a strong reputation in the financial services industry

    • The firm offers a diverse range of opportunities for career growth

    • Nomura has a global presence with offices in over 30 countries

    • The company values diversity and inclusion in its workforce

    • Nomura has a strong commitment to corporate social responsi

  • Answered by AI
  • Q29. Why not MS/MBA? (It was a very long discussion) ·
  • Q30. Any questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Divide your time well for each section in aptitude test. Practice well and avoid solving long passages in the beginning. Make logical guesses for the remaining questions. No negative marking.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: ·

College Name: IIT MADRAS

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

15 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself?
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for problem-solving and a strong work ethic.

    • I have a degree in computer science and have worked as a software engineer for 3 years.

    • I enjoy learning new technologies and am always looking for ways to improve my skills.

    • In my free time, I like to read books on personal development and practice yoga.

    • I am a team player and enjoy collaborating with others to achieve common go

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. 2. What programming language are you good at?
  • Ans. 

    I am proficient in Python and Java.

    • I have experience in developing web applications using Django framework in Python.

    • I have also worked on Java projects using Spring framework.

    • I am familiar with object-oriented programming concepts and data structures.

    • I have worked on projects involving database management using SQL.

    • I am constantly learning and improving my skills in these languages.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. The interviewer worked with data structures (DS), so was not much interested in my previous answer and directly came to it asking- do you know data structures?
  • Q4. What DS have you known and which one you personally like?
  • Ans. 

    I have knowledge of various DS, but I personally like Decision Trees.

    • I have worked with Linear Regression, Logistic Regression, Random Forest, and Decision Trees.

    • Decision Trees are easy to interpret and visualize.

    • They can handle both categorical and numerical data.

    • They can be used for both classification and regression problems.

    • An example of using Decision Trees is in predicting customer churn for a telecom company.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What do you know about hashing, hash table, hashing key?
  • Ans. 

    Hashing is a technique to convert data of arbitrary size to a fixed size. Hash table is a data structure that uses hashing to store data.

    • Hashing is used to index and retrieve items in a database because it is faster than other methods.

    • Hash table is a data structure that uses a hash function to map keys to array indices.

    • Hashing key is the input to the hash function that produces a hash value.

    • Hashing is used in password ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. He gave a question which made use of linked list and hash table
  • Q7. Do you have any questions for me?
  • Q8. How was your day and your previous interviews?
  • Ans. 

    My day was good. Previous interviews were challenging but I learned a lot.

    • Had a productive day at work

    • Interviewed with two companies last week

    • One interview was technical and the other was behavioral

    • Received positive feedback from both companies

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. What was asked in your previous interviews?
  • Q10. So I was again asked about data structures. But this time I was asked about queues and stacks
  • Q11. What do mean by stacks and queues?
  • Ans. 

    Stacks and queues are data structures used to store and manipulate collections of elements.

    • Stacks follow the Last-In-First-Out (LIFO) principle, where the last element added is the first one to be removed.

    • Queues follow the First-In-First-Out (FIFO) principle, where the first element added is the first one to be removed.

    • Examples of stacks include the call stack in programming and the undo/redo feature in text editors.

    • Ex...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. Can you implement queues using stacks?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, we can implement queues using two stacks.

    • We can use two stacks, one for enqueue operation and another for dequeue operation.

    • To enqueue an element, push it onto the first stack.

    • To dequeue an element, pop all elements from the first stack and push them onto the second stack, then pop the top element from the second stack.

    • This ensures that the first element that was enqueued is the first one to be dequeued.

    • Time compl...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. Can you implement circular queues using stacks?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, we can implement circular queues using two stacks.

    • We can use two stacks to implement a circular queue.

    • One stack will be used for enqueue operation and the other for dequeue operation.

    • When the enqueue stack is full, we can transfer all elements to the dequeue stack and vice versa.

    • This way, we can maintain the circular nature of the queue.

    • Example: https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/queue-using-stacks/

  • Answered by AI
  • Q14. Tell me something about heap sort
  • Ans. 

    Heap sort is a comparison-based sorting algorithm that uses a binary heap data structure.

    • It divides the input into a sorted and an unsorted region.

    • It repeatedly extracts the maximum element from the unsorted region and inserts it into the sorted region.

    • It has a worst-case time complexity of O(n log n).

  • Answered by AI
  • Q15. Do you know any other sorting algorithm? 9. Do you have questions for me?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I know other sorting algorithms.

    • Examples: Merge Sort, Quick Sort, Heap Sort, Bubble Sort, Insertion Sort, Selection Sort

    • Each algorithm has its own advantages and disadvantages.

    • The choice of algorithm depends on the size of the data set and the desired time complexity.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: There was no negative marking but I am not sure whether wrong answers were counted for elimination (though I feel they were not). The level of test was moderate
Duration: 60 minutes minutes
Total Questions: 60

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: There were 3 different panels (nos. might change). Allocation was done the basis of your performance in the test. I was ranked 3rd so I got a panel where I was first to enter. This gives you a lot of advantage if you absorb it effectively. The interview lasted for more than 1 hr 15 min. .

Round: HR Interview
Experience: The interview was about my interest, family background, likes, dislikes, higher education. He had all my answers written on back side of my resume.
Tips: Be firm and honest. Don’t try to match your answers with theirs. If you have higher education in plan have an alternative answer. Know you strengths. Know you weaknesses and what are you doing to overcome them. Know where you would see yourself 5 years down the line.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was already 5 pm when I was called in for the interview and I was very exhausted. This was again a test of my programming skills. The atmosphere was not tensed at all as the interviewer was pretty relaxed and comforting

College Name: IIT MADRAS

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Interview
Experience: Tested how much I was interested into this profile.

Round: Interview
Experience: They tested how good was I in applying what I know.

Round: Interview
Experience: They tested my logic.

Round: Interview
Experience: Tested my subject knowledge.

Round: interview
Experience: They tried to know about me.

General Tips: I choose my minors in economics, took electives in management, did an non-core intern and checked that I am thorough with courses. I didn't prepare for core, I was just being thorough with my resume.
Skills: Logic, Handling stress.
College Name: IIT MADRAS

Interview Questionnaire 

15 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself?
  • Q2. What programming language are you good at?
  • Q3. The interviewer worked with data structures (DS), so was not much interested in my previous answer and directly came to it asking- do you know data structures?
  • Q4. What DS have you known and which one you personally like?
  • Ans. 

    I have knowledge of various DS, but I personally like Decision Trees.

    • I have worked with Linear Regression, Logistic Regression, Random Forest, and Decision Trees.

    • Decision Trees are easy to interpret and visualize.

    • They can handle both categorical and numerical data.

    • They can be used for both classification and regression problems.

    • An example of using Decision Trees is in predicting customer churn for a telecom company.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What do you know about hashing, hash table, hashing key?
  • Ans. 

    Hashing is a technique to convert data of arbitrary size to a fixed size. Hash table is a data structure that uses hashing to store data.

    • Hashing is used to index and retrieve items in a database because it is faster than other methods.

    • Hash table is a data structure that uses a hash function to map keys to array indices.

    • Hashing key is the input to the hash function that produces a hash value.

    • Hashing is used in password ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. He gave a question which made use of linked list and hash table?
  • Q7. Do you have any questions for me?
  • Q8. How was your day and your previous interviews?
  • Q9. What was asked in your previous interviews?
  • Q10. So I was again asked about data structures.
  • Q11. What do mean by stacks and queues?
  • Ans. 

    Stacks and queues are data structures used to store and manipulate collections of elements.

    • Stacks follow the Last-In-First-Out (LIFO) principle, where the last element added is the first one to be removed.

    • Queues follow the First-In-First-Out (FIFO) principle, where the first element added is the first one to be removed.

    • Examples of stacks include the call stack in programming and the undo/redo feature in text editors.

    • Ex...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. Can you implement queues using stacks?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, queues can be implemented using stacks.

    • To implement a queue using stacks, we can use two stacks.

    • One stack is used for enqueue operation and the other for dequeue operation.

    • When an element is enqueued, it is pushed onto the enqueue stack.

    • When an element is dequeued, if the dequeue stack is empty, all elements from the enqueue stack are popped and pushed onto the dequeue stack in reverse order.

    • This ensures that the ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. Can you implement circular queues using stacks?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, circular queues can be implemented using two stacks.

    • Use two stacks, one for enqueue and one for dequeue operations.

    • When enqueueing, push the element onto the enqueue stack.

    • When dequeuing, if the dequeue stack is empty, pop all elements from the enqueue stack and push onto the dequeue stack.

    • The front of the queue is the top element of the dequeue stack.

    • When dequeueing, pop the top element from the dequeue stack.

    • If ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q14. Do you know any other sorting algorithm?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I know several sorting algorithms.

    • One of the most popular is QuickSort, which uses a pivot element to divide the array into smaller sub-arrays and recursively sorts them.

    • Another common algorithm is MergeSort, which divides the array into smaller sub-arrays and then merges them back together in sorted order.

    • InsertionSort is a simple algorithm that iterates through the array and inserts each element into its correct...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q15. Do you have questions for me?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: There was no negative marking but I am not sure whether wrong answers were counted for elimination (though I feel they were not. The level of test was moderate and if you solve any CAT/CMAT books.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: There were 3 different panels (nos. might change). Allocation was done the basis of your performance in the test. I was ranked 3rd so I got a panel where I was first to enter. This gives you a lot of advantage if you absorb it effectively

Round: HR Interview
Experience: The interview was about my interest, family background, likes, dislikes, higher education. He had all my answers written on back side of my resume. Be firm and honest. Don’t try to match your answers with theirs. If you have higher education in plan have an alternative answer. Know you strengths. Know you weaknesses and what are you doing to overcome them. Know where you would see yourself 5 years down the line. 
And of course, Do you have any questions for me?

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: It was already 5 pm when I was called in for the interview and I was very exhausted. This was again a test of my programming skills. The atmosphere was not tensed at all as the interviewer was pretty relaxed and comforting

College Name: IIT MADRAS

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. You might go for higher studies then why a job?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Write up
Experience: Didn’t have test. We were shortlisted

initially by submitting a write up.



It included questions like -1) What is it

that is attractive about the job?



2) Why are you correct for this job?

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: There were 2 rounds of technical interview. Tech – Probability, taylor series.

Probability difficulty level was very varied(easy to hard)

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Asked about my background.



Did you appear for exams like GRE, GMAT?

College Name: IIT MADRAS

Goodwill Commodities Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Goodwill Commodities Branch Manager interview?
Goodwill Commodities interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Goodwill Commodities interview process are Resume Shortlist and Technical.
How to prepare for Goodwill Commodities Branch Manager interview?
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