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ICRA Management Consulting Services Consultant Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 15 Nov 2015

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Swetha M D

posted on 15 Nov 2015

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. Tell some examples of PPP in India
  • Ans. 

    Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in India involve collaborations between the government and private sector for infrastructure development and service delivery.

    • PPP projects in India include the construction of highways, airports, and ports.

    • Examples of PPP projects in India are the Delhi Metro, Mumbai-Pune Expressway, and Chennai International Airport.

    • PPP is also utilized in sectors like healthcare, education, and power...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What went wrong in implementing PPPs in urban sector
  • Ans. 

    PPP implementation in urban sector faced challenges due to lack of proper planning and coordination.

    • Lack of clear objectives and goals

    • Insufficient capacity and expertise in urban planning

    • Inadequate coordination between government and private sector

    • Political interference and corruption

    • Inability to attract private sector investment

    • Lack of transparency and accountability

    • Social and environmental concerns

    • Inadequate risk ass

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is a NPV, IRR?
  • Ans. 

    NPV stands for Net Present Value and IRR stands for Internal Rate of Return.

    • NPV is a financial metric used to determine the profitability of an investment by calculating the present value of expected cash flows.

    • IRR is the discount rate that makes the net present value of an investment equal to zero.

    • Both NPV and IRR are commonly used in capital budgeting to evaluate investment opportunities.

    • NPV takes into account the ti...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Some questions on urban finance were asked
  • Q5. Questions on the projects done in the past
  • Q6. Tell about yourself
  • Q7. Why ICRA management Consulting Services

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Essay writing
Experience: The essay writing was conducted to rank the writing skills as it is one of the important skills required for a consultant. The topic was on " Your take on Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) in India"
Tips: It is important to provide your views on the topic rather than just quoting some facts

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: It was a very comfortable interview
Tips: Be confident and prepare on topics discussed in "Infrastructure Planning and Management".

Round: HR Interview
Tips: Be prepared and be confident.

Skills: Confidence, 1)communication, Report Writing, Basic Knowledge Of Your Studies
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: It is a small company and you will be able to contribute your fullest as you will be involved in a project from the beginning to the end. The experience you get in the first three years of the job is excellent in ICRA Management Consulting Services.

Interview questions from similar companies

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
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Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is API lifecycle
  • Ans. 

    API lifecycle refers to the stages an API goes through from design to retirement.

    • Design: Planning and creating the API

    • Development: Implementing the API

    • Testing: Ensuring the API functions correctly

    • Deployment: Making the API available for use

    • Monitoring: Tracking API performance and usage

    • Retirement: Removing the API from service

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is API architecture
  • Ans. 

    API architecture refers to the design and structure of APIs to ensure efficient communication between software components.

    • API architecture defines how different software components interact with each other through APIs

    • It includes the design of endpoints, data formats, authentication methods, and communication protocols

    • Well-designed API architecture improves scalability, security, and maintainability of software systems

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic aptitude+logical reasoning test with a duration of1 hr

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Guesstimate on how many red cars are there in the city you are staying currently?
  • Q2. Tell me in detail about the projects you have done?
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
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Round 1 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self?
  • Q2. What is hedge funds?
  • Ans. 

    Hedge funds are investment funds that pool capital from accredited individuals or institutional investors and invest in a variety of assets.

    • Hedge funds aim to generate high returns by using various strategies such as leverage, derivatives, and short selling.

    • They are typically only accessible to accredited investors due to their complex and risky nature.

    • Hedge funds charge both a management fee and a performance fee base...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is private equity?
  • Ans. 

    Private equity is a type of investment where funds are raised from institutional and high-net-worth investors to acquire equity ownership in companies.

    • Private equity firms typically buy out existing companies or invest in growing businesses to help them expand.

    • Investors in private equity funds expect high returns, often through a combination of capital appreciation and dividends.

    • Private equity investments are typically...

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  • Q4. What is mutual funds?
  • Ans. 

    Mutual funds are investment vehicles that pool money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other securities.

    • Mutual funds are managed by professional fund managers who make investment decisions on behalf of the investors.

    • Investors can buy shares of mutual funds, which represent a portion of the holdings in the fund.

    • Mutual funds offer diversification, liquidity, and professiona...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is Alternative Investment?
  • Ans. 

    Alternative investments are non-traditional assets such as private equity, hedge funds, real estate, commodities, and collectibles.

    • Alternative investments are typically less liquid than traditional investments like stocks and bonds.

    • They have the potential to provide higher returns but also come with higher risks.

    • Examples of alternative investments include venture capital, cryptocurrencies, and fine art.

    • Investors often ...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is SAP HANA DB?
  • Ans. 

    SAP HANA DB is an in-memory database management system developed by SAP.

    • In-memory database system that stores data in RAM for faster processing

    • Allows real-time data processing and analytics

    • Supports both OLAP and OLTP workloads

    • Used for various applications like data warehousing, CRM, ERP, etc.

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
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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 - Aptitude Test 

Writing skills, grammar and communication

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Personal Introduction and Work Experience
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Interview with Ops Manager, Assistant Manager
  • Q2. Personal details and work experience
  • Q3. Assessment on social cases
  • Q4. Written test for communication over email

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do cross check their website and Glassdoor for reviews and to get insights before appearing for interview

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

Straive user image A.Vasanth Krishna Reddy

posted on 22 Apr 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. What is cytokinin?
  • Ans. 

    Cytokinin is a type of plant hormone that promotes cell division and growth in plants.

    • Cytokinins are involved in various plant processes such as cell division, shoot initiation, and leaf expansion.

    • They work in conjunction with auxins to regulate plant growth and development.

    • Examples of cytokinins include zeatin, kinetin, and 6-benzylaminopurine.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - prepare all life sciences topics
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General introduction
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Walk-in

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

General question from technical knowledge

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary discussion currently salary and expected salary
  • Q2. Family background and qualification

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good process for hiring candidate
Communication skill is most important for the interview

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. If I have to install an elevator in the Sabarmati building, give me 5-6 factors that I need to consider
  • Ans. 

    Factors to consider when installing an elevator in the Sabarmati building

    • Building regulations and permits

    • Structural integrity of the building

    • Available space and layout

    • Electrical and mechanical requirements

    • Safety features and emergency protocols

    • Maintenance and servicing

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. If I have to install a light pole on the road, what should its height be? (use logic)
  • Ans. 

    The height of a light pole on the road should be determined based on factors such as road width, lighting requirements, and safety regulations.

    • Consider the width of the road and the distance between light poles to ensure adequate lighting coverage.

    • Take into account the height of nearby buildings or structures that may obstruct the light.

    • Adhere to safety regulations and guidelines regarding the minimum and maximum heigh...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Did you do the coding for the TNA project?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I did the coding for the TNA project.

    • I was responsible for the coding part of the project.

    • I worked closely with the team to ensure the project was completed on time.

    • I used various programming languages such as Java and Python to develop the project.

    • I also conducted testing and debugging to ensure the project was error-free.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: CAT kind of test.
Total Questions: 45

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Basic logical questions were asked.
Tips: Be thoroughly prepared with your resume. My TNA project (Had Djikstra's algorithm) was given a lot of importance,

General Tips: I feel that knowing a senior(who works at EXL) helped. He had come for the interviews. Know what you want beforehand. Your preparation will be better that way. Focus only on 2 areas. Don't try to go for everything. You will end up with nothing. Your resume is a paper telling people who you are and what your interests are. Don't run after anything that comes your way.(Only applicable if interests are not clear) All years Read up on what is happening in the world.1st-3 sems Explore as much as possible. Do random project and random PORs.You will be able to filter what you like.(or you don't) 4th sem Learn something in non civil related that you like and do an intern in that field. If you like civil, pursue a project under a prof.3rd year Choose interesting electives and minors. There are many civil minors that are interesting and have some non-core feel to it (eg TNA)
College Name: IIT MADRAS

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