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Operations Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 18 Oct 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Availability, previous salary, Visa status
  • Q2. Will you be able to commute
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I will be able to commute.

    • I have reliable transportation.

    • I am familiar with the commute route.

    • I am willing to travel to the office location.

    • I can adjust my schedule to accommodate the commute time.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Upcoming called for an in-person interview

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read about the job description and be confident on the CV
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself
  • Q2. What is loan syndication
  • Ans. 

    Loan syndication is the process of involving multiple lenders to fund a single loan for a borrower.

    • Involves multiple lenders coming together to provide funds for a single loan

    • Used for large loan amounts that exceed the capacity of a single lender

    • Each lender in the syndicate takes a portion of the loan and shares the risk

    • Common in project finance and corporate finance

    • Example: A company needs a $100 million loan, but no ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is primary and secondary market
  • Ans. 

    Primary market is where new securities are issued and sold for the first time, while secondary market is where existing securities are bought and sold among investors.

    • Primary market involves the issuance of new securities by companies or governments

    • Investors purchase these new securities directly from the issuer

    • Examples include initial public offerings (IPOs) and bond issuances

    • Secondary market involves the buying and s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Where you you see yourself in a team mender

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I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. CV questions, projects, academic, basic finance , accounting
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. CV questions, basic finance
Round 5 - Group Discussion 

Business plan

Round 6 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q2. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Stay true to yourself, keep upskilling

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Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me what u know about ndf
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me what you know about risk management
  • Ans. 

    Risk management is the process of identifying, assessing, and controlling potential risks to minimize negative impact.

    • It involves identifying potential risks and their likelihood of occurring

    • Assessing the potential impact of those risks

    • Developing strategies to mitigate or avoid those risks

    • Monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of those strategies

    • Examples include financial risk management, cybersecurity risk managem

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Its a professional company prepare well for the interview

Morgan Stanley interview questions for designations

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 Operations

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 Analyst

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 Operations Associate

 (3)

 Business Analyst

 (3)

 Production Analyst

 (1)

 Compliance Analyst

 (1)

 Senior Analyst

 (1)

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a detail-oriented operations analyst with experience in data analysis and process improvement.

    • I have a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Operations Management.

    • I have worked as an operations analyst for two years, where I analyzed data to identify areas for process improvement.

    • I am proficient in Excel and SQL, which I have used extensively in my previous roles.

    • I am a quick learner and enjoy working ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. About projects mentioned in resume
  • Q3. Examples of instances where you have shown communication skills, leadership abilities etc
  • Ans. 

    I have demonstrated communication skills and leadership abilities in various instances.

    • As a team leader in my previous job, I organized and led weekly team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues.

    • During my college years, I was a member of the debate team and participated in several competitions, which helped me improve my communication skills.

    • In my current job, I regularly communicate with clients to unders...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How will your knowledge be helpful for the operations department?
  • Ans. 

    My knowledge in data analysis and process improvement will help optimize operations and increase efficiency.

    • I have experience in analyzing data to identify areas for improvement

    • I can develop and implement process improvement initiatives

    • I am skilled in using tools such as Excel and SQL to analyze data

    • I can collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes

    • For example, in my previous role, I analyzed custome...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Instances where you have faced difficulty as a team and how did you overcome it?
  • Ans. 

    As a team lead, I faced difficulty in managing team conflicts. We resolved it by having open communication and team-building activities.

    • Identified the root cause of conflicts

    • Encouraged open communication and active listening

    • Organized team-building activities to improve team dynamics

    • Established clear expectations and roles for each team member

    • Provided regular feedback and recognition for good performance

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Instances where you have planned and achieved something
  • Ans. 

    Planned and executed a successful fundraising event for a non-profit organization

    • Identified potential donors and sponsors

    • Created a detailed budget and timeline

    • Coordinated with volunteers and vendors

    • Implemented marketing strategies to promote the event

    • Raised over $10,000 for the organization

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Difference between finance and accounting
  • Ans. 

    Finance deals with managing money and investments, while accounting deals with recording and analyzing financial transactions.

    • Finance focuses on the big picture of managing money and investments, while accounting focuses on the details of recording and analyzing financial transactions.

    • Finance involves making decisions about how to allocate resources and invest money, while accounting involves keeping track of financial...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Are you okay with working in shifts?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am comfortable working in shifts.

    • I have prior experience working in shifts and have adapted well to the schedule.

    • I understand the importance of being flexible and available to work during different hours.

    • I am willing to work weekends and holidays if required.

    • I am aware that working in shifts may require me to adjust my sleep schedule and I am prepared to do so.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - written test was very easy. Only English and Logical reasoning questions. No maths. 3 rounds of interview will be conducted on the same day. So have to wait for our turn which will be tiring/boring. Interviewers will start by introducing themselves first. So my advice is that you have to listen to them carefully so that you can ask some question at the end when they ask "any questions for me?". Dont get personal though. Good questions would be impressive and shows that you have listened to them and you are interested in the firm. The first round was mostly a behavioral interview. The second round was about my resume - projects and internships etc, Third round was HR. Do a deep research on MS and investment banks, what they do, competitors, CEO, founders etc.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 7 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. The questions can be basic and resume based prepare well on your resume. One can have 3 rounds 1st one with senior associate, 2nd one with manager level or VP level depends on the position. 3rd round will ...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare on your resume and basics of finance and highlight any courses you have done if you are a fresher.

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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

UBS user image Anonymous

posted on 19 Jan 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Questions about career goals, interests and future prospects
  • Q2. Firm-related questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: 1. At First, I missed the Credit Suisse GD since I hadn’t brought along a portfolio manager (one who handles your interview schedule and attends to the ever-ringing mobile phone).
2. I proceeded to Credit Suisse, and requested their HR contact to give me a chance since I could not turn up for the GDs.
3. It was here that I handed over my mobile phone to my friend Apratim Tiwari, who was managing the Credit Suisse procedures, and requested him to pursue the HR guy to schedule an interview, and also handle my phone when I was interviewing and he had successfully managed to get me an interview with Credit Suisse.
4. The interview went well. They were apparently quite impressed.
5. Two more rounds of interviews, and the HR guy made me an offer.
6. But, since Deutsche Bank was my dream company, I was also interviewing with them and got selected.
Tips: You would need to focus on three broad areas for a comprehensive preparation:
(a) HR questions: This is the most important part for any interview. In companies like DB, your communication skills coupled with your preparation of such questions account for more than 70% of a candidate’s selection. Answering questions about your career goals, interests, and your career thus far should become second nature by the end of November. You must also know the firms and job profiles inside out. I worked on this specific area, and by the end of the placement session, I had gained a reputation among my wingies for my expertise at answering HR questions.
(b) Puzzles: Since this is a non-core sector, puzzles are the only way to objectively test the ability of candidates with diverse backgrounds. Look up braingle.com and techinterview.org. These two should suffice. Also, whenever you come across a puzzle that you’ve already encountered, pretend as if you’re going through it for the first time. Don’t rush through. This is your opportunity to impress them. Do not squander it away!
(c) Finance and economic affairs: If you have a comprehensive knowledge of the financial markets, national economy, and international affairs, in addition to the above two, it is highly improbable that you won’t be selected. For brushing up these, read the Economist (print or online), and read through the opinion pages of Economic Times or the Business Standard for 2-3 months leading to the Placement season. You must also regularly read a newspaper like the Hindu or Indian Express to keep yourself abreast of the latest events which frequently become a focal point of group discussions (for Credit Suisse). You CANNOT afford to walk into the interview ignorant of terms like European debt crisis, global financial crisis, fiscal cliff, QE, and basic finance like options, hedging etc. Wikipedia, Investopedia and J.C.Hull (first few chapters) are great sources to pick up these.

General Tips: 1. If you are a B.Tech. student, do not be under the wrong impression that you can target all sectors- core as well as non-core. It is really difficult to prepare comprehensively for all companies, especially if you are in the B.Tech. program owing to time constraints.
2. The Dual degree students have an edge over you for precisely two reasons. Firstly, they get more time to prepare for the placements, and have learnt vicariously from their B.Tech. batchmates' experiences. Secondly, they tend to have higher retention rates (good for the companies).
3. Work on your English communication skills which are crucial for performing well in interviews and GDs.
Let neither of these become an obstacle by leaving no stone unturned in the course of your preparations.
4. You can’t appear for more than 4 companies in the first slot. It is not realistic. Hence, decide beforehand. I knew I hadn’t prepared enough for consulting or core, hence I opted out of ITC and Opera.
5. If you are shortlisted in multiple companies, ask a reliable friend to accompany you to the interviews, and handle your mobile phone (“managing one’s portfolio”). You’ll thank me someday for this advice.
6. I was happy that I prepared as much as I did, neglecting my college academics in the process. It is a decision I am proud of.
7. My Morgan Stanley internship distinguished me from scores of other candidates. I had never truly appreciated its importance till then. That also goes to show how important it is to get a good internship.
Skill Tips: 1. I scored a 100 percentile in CAT and the preparation made a huge impact on preparing for any of the interviews.
2. I also interned at Morgan Stanley which was further a plus for me.
3. I had received Honda YES Award, University of Tokyo-IIT Scholarship and my academic background was quite good.
Skills: Problem solving skills, Finance Basics, Basic HR questions, Economic affairs
College Name: IIT KANPUR

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

UBS user image Anonymous

posted on 24 Jan 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

15 Questions

  • Q1. Why finance? Why not core? (they grilled me for 20 minutes)
  • Q2. There is a closed room with 3 bulbs and there are three switches outside. You can toggle any two switches once without looking inside the room and map the bulbs to their corresponding switches. (Since I ha...
  • Q3. What is the crappiest thing on your resume?
  • Ans. 

    I listed a job that I was fired from after only a few weeks.

    • Listed a job where I was fired after a few weeks

    • Didn't provide a clear explanation for why I was let go

    • Didn't highlight any skills or accomplishments from that job

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Entertain us for two minutes without asking any questions. (I told them about some funny incidents on the campus)
  • Q5. Which IITian do you admire the most and why?
  • Ans. 

    I admire Dr. Raghunath Anant Mashelkar, an IIT Bombay alumnus, for his contributions to science and technology.

    • Dr. Mashelkar is a chemical engineer and has made significant contributions to the field of polymer science.

    • He has also served as the Director General of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and has been awarded numerous honors, including the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan.

    • Dr. Mashelkar has a...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. They then crushed an A4 sheet and asked me to sell it to them?
  • Q7. Tell me about the eurozone crisis?
  • Ans. 

    The eurozone crisis refers to the economic and financial difficulties faced by some countries in the European Union.

    • The crisis began in 2009 with the Greek debt crisis and spread to other countries in the eurozone.

    • It was caused by a combination of factors including high levels of debt, low economic growth, and structural problems within the eurozone.

    • The crisis led to bailouts of several countries by the European Centra...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. What do you know about the Libor Scam?
  • Ans. 

    The Libor Scam was a manipulation of the London Interbank Offered Rate (Libor) by banks to benefit their own trading positions.

    • Libor is a benchmark interest rate used globally for financial products

    • Banks were found to have manipulated the rate to benefit their own trading positions

    • The scandal resulted in billions of dollars in fines for banks involved

    • Several high-profile bankers were also convicted for their involvemen...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. What are derivatives?
  • Ans. 

    Derivatives are financial instruments that derive their value from an underlying asset or security.

    • Derivatives can be used for hedging or speculation.

    • Examples of derivatives include futures, options, and swaps.

    • Derivatives can be traded on exchanges or over-the-counter.

    • Derivatives can be complex and involve significant risk.

    • Derivatives played a role in the 2008 financial crisis.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Some simple questions on options
  • Q11. Why Finance? Why not join a casino? (I had mentioned that I find it challenging and stimulating)
  • Q12. Lots of questions on the fiscal cliff
  • Q13. What in your opinion would be the repercussions if the fiscal cliff was not avoided, both in US and in the global economy. Will India be affected and why?
  • Ans. 

    Failure to avoid fiscal cliff could lead to severe economic repercussions globally and in the US, with India also being affected.

    • The US economy could experience a recession, with a potential decrease in GDP and increase in unemployment rates

    • Global financial markets could experience volatility and uncertainty

    • India could be affected due to its close economic ties with the US, with potential impacts on trade and investmen...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q14. What is Prime Services?
  • Ans. 

    Prime Services is a suite of financial services offered by investment banks to hedge funds and other institutional clients.

    • Prime brokerage

    • Securities lending

    • Cash management

    • Risk management

    • Trade execution

    • Reporting and analytics

    • Examples: Goldman Sachs Prime Services, J.P. Morgan Prime Services

  • Answered by AI
  • Q15. What is QE? Why is it used?
  • Ans. 

    QE stands for Quantitative Easing. It is a monetary policy used by central banks to stimulate the economy.

    • QE involves the central bank buying government bonds or other securities from the market to increase the money supply.

    • The increased money supply is intended to lower interest rates, encourage borrowing and spending, and boost economic activity.

    • QE is typically used when interest rates are already low and traditional...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: They didn't had any aptitude test, only resume based short-listing.

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: There were 10-15 students. There was 3 mins thinking time and 10 minutes discussion time. After the discussion each student was asked to conclude the GD and express his/her viewpoint.
Tips: 1. Jot down your point during the three minutes. 
2. During the GD make sure that you express your opinion coherently. 
3. Also make short notes during the GD which will be helpful in concluding it. 
4. While concluding the GD, ensure that you cover all the points discussed during the GD (notes will be helpful here) and in the end express your own stand.
Duration: 10-15 minutes

Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was a HR + Puzzle round. Panel was of Some junior management and the duration was of 30-40 minutes. By the end of this round, they were quite impressed and sent me for the second interview immediately.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This round was based on Current Affairs and Finance and lasted for 20 minutes. And, I asked them a few questions about CS and job cutting etc. After this interview they had mentioned that they were quite positive on me and that I had to just interview with one more senior manager. This really boosted my confidence.

Round: Other Interview
Experience: It was also based on finance and current affairs. Panel consisted of the Senior most employee who had come for recruitment. After this round I was informally offered the job.

General Tips: 1. Even when you are unable to answer questions, don’t get bogged down or disheartened remain calm. DB quite often takes stress interview. Just keep your cool and smile while answering questions. 
2. If you do not know any answer, there is no harm is admitting that.
3. Be confident. Know your resume inside out. 
4. Practice a few HR interviews before the actual one. 
5. Also, communication skills in English are very important.
Skills: Probability and Statistics, Basic Finance, Puzzles, Newspaper and current affairs, Major events in the financial world over the past 5-6 years
College Name: IIT KANPUR

Skills evaluated in this interview

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

UBS user image Anonymous

posted on 25 Jan 2015

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: My strong resume aided in getting shortlisted for Credit Suisse.

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: The GD went well as I did not haste into my chance and was calm throughout.

Round: Other Interview
Experience: The interview was with an alumni who told me that my GD performance was good, and asked me a puzzle. It was followed by some questions on my resume, mainly my internship.
Another puzzle followed, which I took some time to solve. I was able to solve the next one instantly,
Then I was asked to sell a crumbled piece of paper innovatively.

Round: Other Interview
Experience: This round was with a senior member in the company who asked about my resume, stay in campus, post of election officer and some tricky questions, which I answered well. A question on probability was asked. A few more puzzles followed, along with some questions on finance. He also mentioned that he did not expect me to answer these as I had no background in finance. But i was able to answer them.
I was then asked to leave and HR was called inside. I also had an interview with Diamond. The HR came to me and told me that they were interested in and asked me to stall my interview with diamond for a while.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was with VP and continued for 45 minutes with no puzzles, finances or cases. It was more of a discussion on all fields ranging from campus life to UP politics to Sachin's retirement, etc.
I was asked about my internship experience and the reason i wanted to join their company .

Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was with the Director, who said that he had a sore throat and hence would not say much. he said that they wanted to hire me and that I do not interview with any other firm. I was more than glad! I was the first person to bag an offer in the placement season.

College Name: IIT KANPUR

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

UBS user image Anonymous

posted on 30 Jan 2015

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Puzzle Interview
Tips: Prepare for questions on your resume, puzzles and a couple of HR questions.

Round: Puzzle Interview
Experience: A few resume based questions were asked too.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: They tried to judge how well the candidate would fit in with their company.

General Tips: Focus on the few companies that you want to get into, and prepare well for them. 
Do not give way to peer influence. Do what you want to, even if it is not the most sought after.
College Name: IIT KANPUR
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Morgan Stanley interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Morgan Stanley interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and HR.
How to prepare for Morgan Stanley Operations Analyst 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 Morgan Stanley. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Morgan Stanley expect are Financial Services, Investment Banking, Wealth Management, Investment Management and Asset Management.
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