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Updated 9 Jan 2025

Top Novartis Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. A person has 3000 bananas and a camel. The person wants to transport the maximum number of bananas to a destination which is 1000 KMs away, using only the camel as a mode ...read more
  • Q2. Does Alteryx give an option for data validation? Can you apply a tool that will stop the workflow from running to the next step if the data is incorrect?
  • Q3. 8 spheres and 1 weighing scale. 1 sphere weighs differently from other 7. What is the minimum number of steps needed to identify the different sphere.
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Novartis Analyst Interview Experiences

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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Harsh Vaidya

posted on 16 Jul 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Case Study 

Data on territory×HCP level sales. Questions on top performing territory, volume growth, share change, etc.
Another graph on Earnings vs Accomplished and questions on Incentive Compensation

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. A person has 3000 bananas and a camel. The person wants to transport the maximum number of bananas to a destination which is 1000 KMs away, using only the camel as a mode of transportation. The camel canno...
  • Q2. 8 spheres and 1 weighing scale. 1 sphere weighs differently from other 7. What is the minimum number of steps needed to identify the different sphere.
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. On a scale of 1-10 how much would you rate yourself in Alteryx?
  • Q2. Does Alteryx give an option for data validation? Can you apply a tool that will stop the workflow from running to the next step if the data is incorrect?
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. Explain in brief the projects you have worked on.
  • Q3. If I am a layman to pharma analytics, how would you explain what MMX Modelling is?
  • Q4. What projects have you worked on using Patient Level Data?
  • Q5. Why are you leaving your current organization?

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 9 Jan 2025

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic to advance sql related

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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Oct 2024

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions were asked from excel and sql .

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 24 Jul 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Share your excel experience
  • Ans. 

    Proficient in Excel with experience in data analysis, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP functions.

    • Experience in creating complex formulas and macros to automate tasks

    • Skilled in data visualization using charts and graphs

    • Familiar with advanced functions such as INDEX-MATCH and conditional formatting

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How will you resolve conflict
  • Ans. 

    I will address conflicts by actively listening, understanding all perspectives, and facilitating open communication to find a mutually beneficial solution.

    • Actively listen to all parties involved to understand their perspectives

    • Encourage open communication and dialogue to address underlying issues

    • Seek common ground and find a mutually beneficial solution

    • Mediate discussions and facilitate conflict resolution

    • Use problem-s

  • Answered by AI

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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 27 Jul 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
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.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between Epi based forecasting and non-Epi based forecasting.
  • Q2. How to estimate market share with precision of a pipeline product. Different methodologies, their flaws and merits.
  • Ans. 

    Estimating market share of a pipeline product involves using various methodologies with their own flaws and merits.

    • One common method is using sales data from competitors and industry reports to estimate market size and then calculate the product's share.

    • Another approach is conducting surveys or focus groups to gather customer feedback and preferences, which can help in estimating market share.

    • Using predictive modeling ...

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  • Q3. Tell about different databases you have worked on ? Questions related to that specific database.
Round 3 - Case Study 

Market Estimation Case Study is given which tests a candidate understanding of the Pharma market, his technical skills, his aptitude and patience.

Round 4 - Interview round with Dept. Head 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How do your previous collegaues gauge you? Postive and negative both.
  • Ans. 

    My previous colleagues would likely gauge me as hardworking, reliable, and detail-oriented, but may also see me as overly focused on perfection.

    • Colleagues would likely appreciate my strong work ethic and dedication to completing tasks efficiently.

    • They may see me as reliable and someone they can depend on to deliver high-quality work consistently.

    • Some colleagues may view me as overly focused on perfection, which could p...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What value did you add to your previous team ?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Candidate must possess indepth knowledge of the Pharma Market. Solving case studies would help a lot. Should have good analytical skills. Tools like Excel (intermediate to advance), powerpoint is a must. SQL, Python, R is an added advantage.

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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 20 Mar 2024

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Solve the data query.
Round 2 - Case Study 

Solve and present the case study

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion

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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 4 Oct 2022

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

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.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic Sql questions and some questions related to the role
Round 3 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Logical questions general aptitude related questions
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. With group head. No technical questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Easy interview and all the 3 rounds are conducted withing a week. Fast recruitment. Overall good experience

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Apr 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Brief overview of SAP PP/ MM
  • Ans. 

    SAP PP (Production Planning) and SAP MM (Materials Management) are modules in the SAP ERP system that help manage production processes and materials procurement.

    • SAP PP focuses on planning and controlling the manufacturing process

    • SAP MM deals with procurement and inventory management

    • Integration between SAP PP and SAP MM ensures smooth production processes

    • SAP PP includes functionalities like Bill of Materials (BOM) and W...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why do you want to start your career with Novartis?

Skills evaluated in this interview

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 14 Mar 2024

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What do you know about Global Supply Chain
  • Ans. 

    Global Supply Chain refers to the interconnected network of organizations, resources, activities, and technologies involved in the production and distribution of goods and services on a worldwide scale.

    • Global Supply Chain involves sourcing raw materials, manufacturing products, and delivering them to customers across different countries.

    • It includes various stages such as procurement, production, inventory management, l...

  • Answered by AI

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Prakhar Gupta

posted on 16 Jul 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University and was interviewed before Jul 2022. There were 6 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.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

The duration was one hour. Logical reasoning and mathematics

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Topic - don't remember. time was around 15 minutes. Group of 10. Each one had to speak turn-wise first. Open discussion at the end.

Round 4 - Case Study 

Basic patient data-related case study.

Round 5 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Mostly resume-based questions on projects.
Round 6 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Case-based questions like - What would you do if a product may affect the health of patients in future but it is quite profitable so the company decides to launch it?

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 21 Mar 2023

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

I applied via campus placement at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Tiruchirappalli and was interviewed before Mar 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

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 - Case Study 

Market Entry Case Study - Asking to decide which product to choose for market entry

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Be thorough with your resume and be attentive
  • Q2. Do an SWOT analysis between Chennai and Banglore
  • Ans. 

    SWOT analysis between Chennai and Bangalore

    • Strengths of Chennai: Rich cultural heritage, affordable cost of living, well-connected transport system

    • Weaknesses of Chennai: Poor infrastructure, water scarcity, high pollution levels

    • Opportunities for Chennai: Growing IT sector, increasing tourism, potential for development in real estate

    • Threats for Chennai: Competition from other cities, natural disasters like floods and cy...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General HR Questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare HR questions and aptitude questions well. Be innovative

Novartis Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Novartis Analyst interview?
Novartis interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Novartis interview process are One-on-one Round, Technical and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Novartis 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 Novartis. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Novartis expect are Pharma, Analytics, Project Management, Customer Service and Analytical.
What are the top questions asked in Novartis Analyst interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Novartis Analyst interview -

  1. A person has 3000 bananas and a camel. The person wants to transport the maximu...read more
  2. Does Alteryx give an option for data validation? Can you apply a tool that will...read more
  3. 8 spheres and 1 weighing scale. 1 sphere weighs differently from other 7. What ...read more
How long is the Novartis Analyst interview process?

The duration of Novartis Analyst interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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Novartis Analyst Interview Process

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38%
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3.6

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