Netscribes Research Associate Interview Questions and Answers

Very detailed and hard test which lasted 30 mins. It was a proctored test.

Q1. What will you do to increase the market share?
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To increase market share, I will focus on market research, competitive analysis, product development, and targeted marketing strategies.
• Conduct thorough market research to identify opportunities for growth

• Perform competitive analysis to understand strengths and weaknesses

• Develop innovative products or services to attract new customers

• Implement targeted marketing strategies to reach specific customer segments

• Build stron...read more
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Q2. Difference between quantitative and qualitative research
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Quantitative research focuses on numerical data and statistical analysis, while qualitative research focuses on non-numerical data and in-depth understanding.
• Quantitative research involves collecting and analyzing numerical data to draw conclusions.

• Qualitative research involves collecting and analyzing non-numerical data such as interviews, observations, and open-ended surveys.

• Quantitative research uses statistical met...read more
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Q1. What is DSCR? and how is it calculated
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DSCR stands for Debt Service Coverage Ratio, a financial metric used to evaluate a company's ability to pay its debts.
• DSCR is calculated by dividing a company's operating income by its total debt service obligations.

• A DSCR of 1 or higher indicates that a company is generating enough income to cover its debt payments.

• For example, if a company has an operating income of $500,000 and total debt service obligations of $400
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Q2. Leverage Ratio. Impact of it in assessing creditworthiness
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Leverage ratio is a financial metric used to assess a company's creditworthiness by measuring its debt relative to its equity.
• Leverage ratio compares a company's debt to its equity, indicating its ability to meet financial obligations

• Higher leverage ratios suggest higher financial risk and lower creditworthiness

• Lower leverage ratios indicate a stronger financial position and higher creditworthiness

• Investors and credito...read more
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Q1. Wacc, interconnection of financial statements, cost of equity, business model of Netflix, beta, p/e to beta relationship, FCFF,FCFE etc
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Q1. Walk me through your profile
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I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and 5 years of experience in marketing and sales.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

• 5 years of experience in marketing and sales

• Proficient in market research and analysis

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
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Q2. Salary expectations and notice period
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Q1. Sector knowledge
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Q2. Financial modelling process
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Q1. How will you measure credit worthiness of a company
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Credit worthiness of a company can be measured by analyzing financial statements, credit history, industry trends, and management quality.
• Review financial statements such as balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement to assess profitability, liquidity, and leverage.

• Check credit history including payment history, outstanding debts, and credit utilization ratio.

• Evaluate industry trends and economic conditio...read more
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Q2. How many profits are there in income statement
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There are two types of profits in an income statement: gross profit and net profit.
• Gross profit is the difference between revenue and the cost of goods sold.

• Net profit is the remaining amount after deducting all expenses from the gross profit.

• Both profits are important indicators of a company's financial performance.
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Q3. Which profit will you take in to consideration for giving loan to a company
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The profit considered for giving a loan to a company includes net profit, operating profit, and EBITDA.
• Net profit: Indicates the overall profitability of the company after all expenses are deducted from revenue.

• Operating profit: Shows the profit from the core business operations before interest and taxes.

• EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization): Reflects the company's operating performan...read more
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Q4. What will be the effect in cost of goods sold if a company has bought raw materials in cheaper rate
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The cost of goods sold will decrease if a company buys raw materials at a cheaper rate.
• Lower cost of raw materials will lead to lower cost of goods sold

• Increased profit margin due to cost savings

• Competitive advantage in pricing products
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Q5. Colgate company has a 40% increase in their ssale, what can be the reason? ans --- due to merger with other company by which they get merged companies cutomers
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The 40% increase in sales for Colgate could be due to a merger with another company, resulting in access to new customers.
• Mergers can lead to an increase in market share and customer base.

• Access to new distribution channels and markets can boost sales.

• Synergies from combining resources and expertise can drive growth.

• Increased brand recognition and loyalty from customers of the merged company can contribute to higher sa
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Q1. Why are you interested in working for company, strengths & weakness, example where you have led on the frontfoot, helped team members.
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I am interested in working for company because of its innovative approach and strong team culture. My strengths include leadership and problem-solving skills, while my weakness is sometimes taking on too much. An example of leading on the frontfoot is when I took charge of a project and successfully guided my team to completion.
• Interested in company's innovative approach and strong team culture

• Strengths include leaders...read more
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Q1. General discussion of previous job.
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Q1. Salary discussion.
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Excel Financials BS PL

Q1. About yourself Intro and all
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Q2. Work ex Prev role
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