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Updated 8 Dec 2015

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posted on 8 Dec 2015

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basic HR stuff..personals

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: 3 rounds or more, panel kept changing while me sitting there in one room! And the same people came again and again so atleast 3 rounds were there technically.

Didnt think anything really went wrong. Right- Umm, I guess me pulling them towards my work experience and then them getting totally technical about the interview and asking me about stuff that I had worked on earlier at Deutsche.
Tips: Basic financial markets knowledge with a tab on whats happening currently in the markets.



Skill Tips: Some excel, VB, a cheerful attitude about the work..
Skills: Excel VBA, Attitude
College Name: IIM Bangalore

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Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Maths, GK, logical reasoning

I was interviewed before Jun 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: 30 questions, 30

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. A question based on probability of maximizing profit

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Easy, time was sufficient, Mostly Quantitative Aptitude
Tips: Chill and steam on till the end
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 15

Round: Puzzle Interview
Experience: Question was simple I forgot to take into account a factor in my equation but was able to correct my answer immediately upon given a hint

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Nothing special routine HR Questions

General Tips: Relax know yourself and your resume back and front
Skill Tips: A programming background helps
Skills: Quantitative Aptitude
Duration: 2
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: To get PPO and pursue an MBA abroad also the stipend is not bad
Funny Moments: When he asked me how much I wanted AmEx I told him that I told the Microsoft Interviewer that I would take an offer from AmEx irrespective. This was before I got interviewed for Microsoft.

PS I got offers from both AmEx and Microsoft

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. What are your long term and short term goals?
  • Ans. 

    My short term goal is to gain experience and improve my skills. My long term goal is to become a leader in my field.

    • Short term goal: Gain experience and improve skills

    • Long term goal: Become a leader in the field

    • Examples: Attend workshops, take on challenging projects, seek mentorship

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Where do you see yourself after 5-6 years?
  • Ans. 

    In 5-6 years, I see myself as a senior analyst or manager, leading a team and contributing to the growth of the company.

    • Leading a team of analysts or managers

    • Contributing to the growth of the company

    • Continuing to learn and develop new skills

    • Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues

    • Exploring opportunities for professional growth and advancement

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why didn't you choose to do MBA?
  • Ans. 

    I wanted to gain practical experience and develop my skills in the workforce before pursuing further education.

    • I believe that hands-on experience is invaluable in any field

    • I wanted to develop my skills and knowledge in a practical setting

    • I felt that pursuing an MBA immediately after my undergraduate degree would not provide me with the same level of experience and growth

    • I plan to pursue an MBA in the future, once I hav...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: 20 students were shortlisted on the basis of the resume.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: The interview was a mix of HR and technical interview.

The HR interview was based on simple HR questions – questions about me, my motivations in life. My strengths and weaknesses and work preferences. A major part of my interview focused on questions related to my internship.

In the technical round they asked me questions related to the bank reconciliation statement, effect of various entries on passbook and cashbook and questions related to contra entries.
Tips: My advice is that one should be prepared for any question about their resume. In case you have mentioned any subjects in your resume you should be prepared for the same.

College Name: Lady Shri Ram college

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Why should the company choose you?
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills, experience, and passion to contribute to the company's growth and success.

    • I have a proven track record of achieving targets and delivering results.

    • I possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, which enable me to work effectively with colleagues and clients.

    • I am a quick learner and adaptable to new technologies and work environments.

    • I am passionate about the industry and committed...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Which political figure do you like?
  • Q3. Which party do you prefer?
  • Ans. 

    I prefer not to disclose my political preference.

    • I believe in keeping my political views private.

    • As an analyst, it is important to remain neutral and unbiased.

    • My personal political preference does not affect my work or analysis.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is the role of CBI
  • Ans. 

    CBI is the premier investigating agency of India, responsible for investigating high-profile cases.

    • CBI stands for Central Bureau of Investigation

    • It is responsible for investigating cases related to corruption, economic offenses, and special crimes

    • It has the power to investigate cases across state borders

    • CBI is also responsible for maintaining the Interpol wing in India

    • Some high-profile cases investigated by CBI include...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Why are you putting Indian Politics over auditing as you are a commerce student ?
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in both fields and believe that understanding politics is crucial for auditing.

    • Politics and business are intertwined, and understanding the political landscape can help in auditing decisions.

    • As a commerce student, I have learned about the impact of government policies on businesses.

    • In India, politics plays a significant role in shaping the economy and business environment.

    • Having knowledge of political d...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What is your favorite subject?
  • Ans. 

    My favorite subject is history.

    • I love learning about past events and how they shaped the world we live in today.

    • I find it fascinating to study different cultures and civilizations throughout history.

    • I enjoy analyzing historical documents and artifacts to gain a deeper understanding of the past.

    • Some of my favorite topics include ancient Egypt, the Roman Empire, and World War II.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Resume was the key criteria in the selection procedure. All students were asked to submit their resume to the placement cell and on the basis of it 10 students were selected.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: There was no written test and there was directly an interview round. In the interview they inquired about me and my family. They also inquired about my interests to which I replied politics. They were looking for a person who has views about different things happening in the society rather a person who remains in his/her shell.

College Name: Lady Shri Ram College

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Introduction o f myself(based on resume)
  • Q2. Probability puzzle
  • Q3. Write algorithm for a coding problem statement
  • Ans. 

    Algorithm to find the largest number in an array

    • Initialize a variable to store the largest number

    • Loop through the array and compare each element with the current largest number

    • If the element is larger, update the largest number variable

    • Return the largest number

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Finance questions based on recent happenings
  • Q5. Questions on Logical, Verbal & Quantitative Aptitude
  • Q6. Why DB is agood choice?
  • Ans. 

    DB is a good choice due to its scalability, reliability, and flexibility.

    • DB allows for easy scaling of data storage and retrieval.

    • It provides reliable data management and backup options.

    • DB can be customized to fit the specific needs of an organization.

    • Examples include MySQL, MongoDB, and Oracle.

    • DB is widely used in various industries such as finance, healthcare, and e-commerce.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Interview
Experience: They are essentially looking for enthusiasm and courses you have taken.
Tips: One must know one's courses properly.  Read newspaper

Round: Interview
Tips: They spoke about general things and asked me what other interviews. Also, they storied speaking about why DB is a good choice.

Skill Tips: Know your content better. A little bit of economics and a bit about stock markets. Practice some puzzles and probability questions. Brush tip courses on Accounting, economics,marketing and maybe one core course
Skills: Finance fundaes, Presentation of facts in Resume, CGPA
College Name: IIT Madras

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions on Current Affairs & Puzzles

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: resume shortlisting
Experience: The profile offered is not solely based on number crunching; rather, it is also focused on building industries by buying and selling market commodities. You are judged on your drive or excellence in any field, and on how good you are at convincing the panel.
Tips: Your resume will be scrutinized thoroughly and whatever you write in it must be well thought out.

Round: Interview
Experience: The interview is more like a conversation and you should try to direct it in the direction you like.
Tips: For puzzles: Approach important, not final answer,think aloud,take cues from interviewer,do not panic! They look for the ability to show that you can create an impact. Have knowledge on current affairs and happening around you- Overview + details about a few topics,take a stand on issues. Watch economic & political debates. Read blogs by economists, journalists as well as economic Times and magazine and discuss topics with friends.

Round: Interview
Tips: Have good appearance and posture,be professional and confident,know your resume well,relax and be yourself!

Skill Tips: "Need to be aware of the current affairs. One should know the top 5 headlines of the day before the interview and also on the day of the interview. As far as DB is concerned, there is no written test and CAT preparation should suffice. Even DB has a buddy program for shortlisted candidates. Brush up Probability & Statistics.""
Skills: Domian excellence, Ability to convince
College Name: IIT Madras

I was interviewed in Jun 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Java oops
  • Q2. Programming -prime number, factorial etc
  • Q3. Oracle question - joins etc
  • Q4. Communication check , tell me about yourself ?
  • Q5. About my Cdac project?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Subjective Technical
Experience: Theory questions were asked in this round, like basic fundamental definition in java, oops, etc
Tips: should know all the basics of core java and Oracle.


Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Theory questions were asked in this round, like basic fundamental definition in java, oops, etc
Tips: should know all the basics of core java and Oracle.


Round: HR Interview
Tips: Be confident and be clear about what you say about your hobbies.

College Name: Shri Shankaracharya Engineering College, Bhilai

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Why this specific profile? (analyst)
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about analyzing data and deriving insights to drive strategic decision-making.

    • I have a strong background in data analysis and statistics.

    • I enjoy problem-solving and finding patterns in data.

    • I believe that my analytical skills can add value to the organization by providing actionable insights.

    • I have experience using various analytical tools such as Excel, SQL, and Tableau.

    • I am detail-oriented and thrive

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why finance?
  • Ans. 

    Passion for analyzing data and making informed financial decisions.

    • I have always been fascinated by numbers and analyzing trends.

    • I enjoy the challenge of making sense of complex financial data.

    • I believe finance plays a crucial role in driving business success and growth.

    • I am motivated by the opportunity to help companies make informed financial decisions.

    • I find satisfaction in using data to identify opportunities for i

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Q: Give me five steps to estimate the number of traffic lights in Bombay.
Me: I will divide the city into equidistant lines, both vertical and horizontal; sort of a mesh. Then I would take vertical and horizontal rectangles i.e. the rectangles which fall on length and breadth of the city. Starting with the horizontal ones I would try to estimate the number of roads going from east to west in each rectangle(depending on the type of area: residential, commercial or a highway) Similarly I would try to estimate the number of roads going from north to south in each vertical rectangle. Now I have the average number of roads per unit length and per unit breadth. Now, I can calculate the average number of roads intersecting per rectangle. Now if I have the data, I can also use the traffic density data to further improve my estimate, i.e. whether the traffic light is required in that rectangle or not.(depending upon the traffic density)
Q: Lets say that golden quadrilateral gets completed tomorrow. What would be its impact on the sales of Ashok Leyland?
Me: Sir, they would increase, as more and more traffic will shift from railways to roadways as the average time taken by road will decrease.
Q: If I say that the sales will decreases by road, the truk will make the same number of trips in less amount of time, thereby rendering overcapacity in the road transport market therefore the sales will decrease.
Me: (I actually didn't let him complete, I interrupted him in between and said that I got the logic)
Tips: Don't try to overstate the facts.

Skills:
Duration: 3
College Name: IIM Lucknow
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