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IBM Project Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 21 Apr 2025

7 Interview questions

A Project Manager was asked 2mo ago
Q. How do you handle people issues?
Ans. 

Effective handling of people issues involves communication, empathy, and conflict resolution strategies.

  • Establish open communication: Encourage team members to express concerns and ideas freely.

  • Practice active listening: Show genuine interest in understanding team members' perspectives.

  • Address conflicts promptly: Tackle issues before they escalate, using mediation if necessary.

  • Foster a positive team culture: Promo...

A Project Manager was asked 3mo ago
Q. What is the project delivery?
Ans. 

Project delivery refers to the process of completing and handing over a project to stakeholders, ensuring all requirements are met.

  • Involves planning, execution, and closure phases of a project.

  • Ensures that project objectives align with stakeholder expectations.

  • Includes quality assurance to meet predefined standards.

  • Example: Delivering a software application after thorough testing.

  • Involves documentation and trainin...

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A Project Manager was asked
Q. Is artificial intelligence a threat to Earth? Explain.
Ans. 

Artificial intelligence has the potential to be both a threat and a benefit to Earth.

  • AI can be used for destructive purposes such as cyber attacks or autonomous weapons

  • AI can also be used for positive purposes such as improving healthcare or reducing carbon emissions

  • The impact of AI on Earth depends on how it is developed and used by humans

A Project Manager was asked
Q. What are EV project management concepts?
Ans. 

EV Project management concepts refer to the principles and techniques used to manage projects related to electric vehicles.

  • EV project management involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects related to electric vehicles

  • It includes managing resources, timelines, budgets, and risks

  • EV project management also involves stakeholder management and communication

  • Examples of EV projects include building EV charging ...

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A Project Manager was asked
Q. What kinds of risks are there, and what approaches can be used to mitigate them?
Ans. 

Risk can be technical, financial, or organizational. Approach includes avoidance, mitigation, transfer, or acceptance.

  • Technical risks involve issues with hardware, software, or infrastructure.

  • Financial risks involve budget overruns, unexpected expenses, or revenue shortfalls.

  • Organizational risks involve issues with team dynamics, communication, or stakeholder management.

  • Approaches to risk management include avoida...

A Project Manager was asked
Q. Explain the PMP process.
Ans. 

PMP process refers to the project management process as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

  • PMP process includes five process groups: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing.

  • Each process group includes a set of processes that are necessary for successful project management.

  • For example, the planning process group includes processes such as scope management, time manage...

A Project Manager was asked
Q. Which program is more advanced?
Ans. 

It depends on the specific programs being compared.

  • The level of advancement can vary greatly between programs depending on their purpose and development.

  • Factors such as technology used, features offered, and user interface can all contribute to a program's level of advancement.

  • For example, a project management program with AI capabilities and advanced data analysis tools may be considered more advanced than a basi...

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IBM Project Manager Interview Experiences

14 interviews found

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

I appeared for an interview 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
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is the project Dilivery?
  • Ans. 

    Project delivery refers to the process of completing and handing over a project to stakeholders, ensuring all requirements are met.

    • Involves planning, execution, and closure phases of a project.

    • Ensures that project objectives align with stakeholder expectations.

    • Includes quality assurance to meet predefined standards.

    • Example: Delivering a software application after thorough testing.

    • Involves documentation and training for...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
  • Q1. Process knowledge
  • Q2. How to handle people issues
  • Ans. 

    Effective handling of people issues involves communication, empathy, and conflict resolution strategies.

    • Establish open communication: Encourage team members to express concerns and ideas freely.

    • Practice active listening: Show genuine interest in understanding team members' perspectives.

    • Address conflicts promptly: Tackle issues before they escalate, using mediation if necessary.

    • Foster a positive team culture: Promote co...

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in May 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Artificial intelligence is another threat for earth ? Explain?
  • Ans. 

    Artificial intelligence has the potential to be both a threat and a benefit to Earth.

    • AI can be used for destructive purposes such as cyber attacks or autonomous weapons

    • AI can also be used for positive purposes such as improving healthcare or reducing carbon emissions

    • The impact of AI on Earth depends on how it is developed and used by humans

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Project manager is the company management?
  • Q3. Which program is more advanced?
  • Ans. 

    It depends on the specific programs being compared.

    • The level of advancement can vary greatly between programs depending on their purpose and development.

    • Factors such as technology used, features offered, and user interface can all contribute to a program's level of advancement.

    • For example, a project management program with AI capabilities and advanced data analysis tools may be considered more advanced than a basic spr...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. In 2007 it was a good organization bit now over the years after they kicked out all the good people its become the worst place to work in
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Domain knowledge and functional knowledge

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 1) What are EV Project management concepts?
  • Ans. 

    EV Project management concepts refer to the principles and techniques used to manage projects related to electric vehicles.

    • EV project management involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects related to electric vehicles

    • It includes managing resources, timelines, budgets, and risks

    • EV project management also involves stakeholder management and communication

    • Examples of EV projects include building EV charging infra...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain project challenges

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be thorough with PM methodologies. Have real time scenarios to explain.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiable

Project Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Gautam NANDI

posted on 1 Apr 2022

I appeared for an interview in Mar 2022.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Its all about PMP and project related interview.
Round 2 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q3. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q4. Why are you looking for a change?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go with you cv and what you have done.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Aug 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Project management situations
  • Q2. Project management terminologies like SLA, KPI, etc

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Roles and Responsibilities
  • Q2. Was very descrette in answering the question so that it covers the total range of tasks I do.
  • Q3. Stakeholder management
  • Q4. Be honest how practically we do it

IBM Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in IBM Project Manager interview?
IBM interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the IBM interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for IBM Project Manager 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 IBM. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at IBM expect are Project Management, Agile, PMP, Risk Management and Interpersonal Skills.
What are the top questions asked in IBM Project Manager interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the IBM Project Manager interview -

  1. 1) What are EV Project management concep...read more
  2. Artificial intelligence is another threat for earth ? Expla...read more
  3. What are kind of risk and appro...read more
What are the most common questions asked in IBM Project Manager HR round?

The most common HR questions asked in IBM Project Manager interview are -

  1. Where do you see yourself in 5 yea...read more
  2. Why are you looking for a chan...read more
  3. What are your salary expectatio...read more

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