Park Plus Product Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Case study round guesstimates
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Hackathon based on Haskell language

It was a 16 MCQ along with data sheet provided

Guesstimates and AI/ML problem solving

Ask to share the assignment based on a problem statment

Q1. Asked some technical questions about APIs & SQL.
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Q1. This round was with the Founder and is more of a generic discussion around cultural alignment with the organization.
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Q1. Tell me something about yourself
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I am a highly motivated and experienced Product Manager with a strong background in technology and a passion for creating innovative solutions.
• I have 5+ years of experience in product management, leading cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products and features.

• I have a deep understanding of user needs and market trends, which allows me to identify opportunities and drive product strategy.

• I have a track r...read more
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Q2. Why Product Management? Why Magicpin?
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Product management combines my passion for technology and problem-solving with my ability to drive business growth.
• I am drawn to the intersection of technology and business strategy

• I enjoy identifying customer needs and translating them into innovative product solutions

• I thrive in cross-functional collaboration and leading teams towards a common goal

• Magicpin's focus on local commerce and its innovative approach to conn...read more
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Q3. Favorite Product? Why? Likes/ Dislikes?
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My favorite product is the iPhone. I love its sleek design, user-friendly interface, and seamless integration with other Apple devices.
• Sleek design: The iPhone's slim and elegant design sets it apart from other smartphones.

• User-friendly interface: The intuitive interface makes it easy for users to navigate and access features.

• Seamless integration: The iPhone seamlessly integrates with other Apple devices, allowing for ...read more
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Q4. Favorite product? Why? Likes/dislikes?
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My favorite product is the iPhone. I love its sleek design, user-friendly interface, and seamless integration with other Apple devices.
• Sleek design: The iPhone's slim and elegant design sets it apart from other smartphones.

• User-friendly interface: The intuitive interface makes it easy for users to navigate and access features.

• Seamless integration: The iPhone seamlessly integrates with other Apple devices, allowing for ...read more
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Q5. What do you know about Magicpin?
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Magicpin is a social rewards and discovery platform that connects local merchants with consumers.
• Users can discover local businesses and earn rewards for visiting and making purchases.

• Merchants can use the platform to attract new customers and increase loyalty.

• The app also features social sharing and recommendations from friends.

• Magicpin operates in several cities across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore.
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Q1. What is the reason behind large number of MAUs of Whatsapp? How is it different from Facebook Messenger?
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WhatsApp has more MAUs due to its simplicity, cross-platform availability, and end-to-end encryption. It differs from Facebook Messenger in its focus on privacy and lack of ads.
• WhatsApp is available on both iOS and Android, as well as desktop, making it accessible to a wider audience.

• The app's end-to-end encryption ensures user privacy, which is a major concern for many people.

• WhatsApp's interface is simple and easy to...read more
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Q2. Which is your favorite app? Likes/dislikes? How would you improve it? What is its competitive advantage?
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My favorite app is Spotify.
• Likes: Wide variety of music, personalized playlists, and easy-to-use interface.

• Dislikes: Limited free version features and occasional glitches.

• Improvements: Enhance the free version with more features and fix any bugs.

• Competitive Advantage: Extensive music library, algorithm-based recommendations, and seamless cross-platform experience.
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Q3. How would you increase DAUs of Google Maps?
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To increase DAUs of Google Maps, we can focus on improving user engagement and expanding the app's functionality.
• Introduce gamification elements to encourage users to explore new places and leave reviews

• Partner with local businesses to offer exclusive deals and promotions to Google Maps users

• Add new features such as real-time traffic updates and public transportation schedules

• Improve the accuracy and completeness of bu...read more
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Q1. How would you convince the retailers to be a part of Magicpin? How do you think they would be benefited by the platform? How much cost savings do you expect from retailer's point of view?
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Retailers can benefit from Magicpin by increasing footfall, customer loyalty, and cost savings through targeted promotions.
• Magicpin can help retailers increase footfall by promoting their business to nearby users

• Retailers can improve customer loyalty by offering rewards and discounts through the platform

• Targeted promotions can help retailers save costs by reducing wasteful advertising spend

• Retailers can also gain insig...read more
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Q2. How would you improve the platform of Magicpin?
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I would improve Magicpin's platform by enhancing user engagement and personalization.
• Introduce a loyalty program to incentivize users to engage more with the platform

• Implement machine learning algorithms to personalize recommendations for each user

• Improve the user interface to make it more intuitive and user-friendly

• Add more social features to encourage users to share their experiences with friends

• Expand the platform t...read more
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Q1. Why have you not mentioned your GPA?
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I did not mention my GPA because it is not a strong indicator of my abilities as a Product Manager.
• GPA does not accurately reflect real-world skills and experiences

• Product management requires a diverse skill set beyond academic performance

• I have relevant work experience and achievements that demonstrate my capabilities

• Focus on my accomplishments and contributions rather than a single number
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Q2. Why did you choose ISB? Why not IIMs?
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I chose ISB over IIMs because of its focus on experiential learning and global exposure.
• ISB offers a unique one-year program that allows me to quickly gain the necessary skills and knowledge to excel as a Product Manager.

• ISB's curriculum emphasizes experiential learning, which means I will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects and apply my learnings in a practical setting.

• ISB has a diverse and internation...read more
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Q3. Why product management? Why not consulting?
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Product management offers the opportunity to create and shape innovative products, while consulting focuses on providing advice and recommendations.
• Product management allows me to be involved in the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch and beyond.

• I enjoy the challenge of understanding customer needs and translating them into successful products.

• Product management offers the chance to work cross-functionall...read more
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Q4. Rest of the questions were resume specific.
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Coding questions around android

Q1. Data structures questions
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Q2. Binary sort in array
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Binary sort is a search algorithm that finds the position of a target value within a sorted array.
• Binary sort works by repeatedly dividing the array in half and narrowing down the search range.

• It is more efficient than linear search for large arrays.

• Example: Sorting an array of strings alphabetically using binary sort.
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Q3. Android intent and broadcasts
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Round duration - 90 minutes
Round difficulty - Hard

Timing was late evening . Platform was good.

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Largest Cycle in Maze Problem Statement
Given a maze represented by 'N' cells numbered from 0 to N-1, and an array arr of 'N' integers where arr[i] denotes the cell number that can be reached from the 'i'...read more
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Identify the length of the largest cycle in a maze represented by cells and an array of integers.
• Iterate through each cell and find the cycle length using DFS or Floyd's Tortoise and Hare algorithm.

• Keep track of visited cells to avoid infinite loops.

• Return the length of the largest cycle found or -1 if no cycles exist.
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Round duration - 90 minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

The coding round was 90 minutes with 2 question and the difficulty was mid-range and both were graph question

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Rat in a Maze Problem Statement
You need to determine all possible paths for a rat starting at position (0, 0) in a square maze to reach its destination at (N-1, N-1). The maze is represented as an N*N ma...read more
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Find all possible paths for a rat in a maze from start to destination.
• Use backtracking to explore all possible paths in the maze.

• Keep track of visited cells to avoid revisiting them.

• Explore all possible directions (up, down, left, right) from each cell.

• Add the current direction to the path and recursively explore further.

• When reaching the destination, add the path to the list of valid paths.
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