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Updated 12 Nov 2024

Top PwC Consultant Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. A large South American toffee manufacturer wishes to acquire a European premium Chocolate producer. Should the acquisition be done? What are the implications?
  • Q2. What are the losses in pipes, how to design a water system for a MS building
  • Q3. What do you know about the possible acquisition of IndusInd Bank by Kotak Mahindra?
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PwC Consultant Interview Experiences

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 14 Mar 2023

I applied via campus placement at National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE)

Round 1 - Other 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Very interactive interview. Which subject I liked the most in engineering and during the MBA?
Round 2 - Other 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Partner round was slightly more formal. Questions basically based on CV and past experience.
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. HR round was mostly basic as to what do you expect from the profile,past education, etc.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Preparation:

Prepared for Case Study Interviews and HR questions.

What went right?

I was prepared on HR questions and CV points and was able to stay focused.

Also, past experience of working in a consulting sort of firm came in handy.

What was your improvement area?

I should have been more prepared on the supply chain jargon and operations part, as I was not able to answer a couple of questions.

Suggestions

1. Prepare well on CV points and HR questions and try to convey that consulting is your most preferred career option.

2. Try to stay focused and sound interesting but honest. Directors and Partners are very quick in catching a lie or aggression.

3. Be receptive to their responses and try to sound genuine during the interviews. Try to convey that you are and have always been keen to learn.

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image ABHAY KUMAR

posted on 4 Sep 2024

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

I applied via campus placement at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Durgapur and was interviewed before Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was a round of aptitude test with maths and englis and reasoning

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your strength
  • Ans. 

    My strengths include strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record of problem-solving.

    • Strong analytical skills - able to quickly analyze data and identify key insights

    • Excellent communication abilities - able to effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences

    • Proven track record of problem-solving - consistently finding innovative solutions to challenges

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are your weekness
  • Ans. 

    One of my weaknesses is that I can be overly critical of my own work.

    • I tend to be a perfectionist and can spend too much time on a task trying to make it perfect.

    • I sometimes struggle with delegating tasks because I want to ensure they are done correctly.

    • I can be too hard on myself when I make mistakes, which can affect my confidence.

    • I am working on improving my ability to accept constructive criticism and learn from it

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Do you know excel, how would you rate yourself?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am proficient in Excel and would rate myself as advanced.

    • Proficient in creating complex formulas and functions

    • Skilled in data analysis and visualization using pivot tables and charts

    • Experienced in creating macros to automate tasks

    • Familiar with advanced features like VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, and conditional formatting

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Are you privileged or un privileged ?
  • Ans. 

    I am privileged in some aspects of my life, but also face challenges that make me feel unprivileged at times.

    • I am privileged to have access to education and healthcare.

    • I am unprivileged in terms of financial stability and facing discrimination.

    • Privilege and lack of privilege can coexist in different areas of life.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Know yourself through window of your resume and the Job description. Question will around that only so keep yourself in line with your profile you want to show them.

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 21 Mar 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Introduce your previous project

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - prepare PPTs

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 8 Jun 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

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 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. SCM Basic knowledge and operations questions
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asked about job travel comfortability

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 22 Aug 2024

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Case Study 

A detailed case study was asked, not too difficult.

Round 2 - Guesstimates 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Something around US healthcare
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question about team dynamics
Round 4 - Case Study 

Figure out how to reduce costs in a hospital

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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 8 Nov 2022

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 3 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 - Group Discussion 

There was a Group Discussion round. The topic was education in the Covid times. What are the pros and cons and we were asked to give out standpoint for the topic.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Where should we concentrate more? Encryption for data at rest or for dat in transit?
  • Ans. 

    Both encryption for data at rest and in transit are important and should be given equal attention.

    • Encryption for data at rest protects against unauthorized access to stored data.

    • Encryption for data in transit protects against interception and tampering during transmission.

    • The level of encryption used should depend on the sensitivity of the data.

    • Both types of encryption should be used in conjunction for maximum security

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How can you conduct audit for physical environment and security domain?
  • Ans. 

    Physical environment and security audit can be conducted by assessing the premises, access control, CCTV, fire safety, and disaster recovery plans.

    • Assess the physical premises for any vulnerabilities or weaknesses

    • Evaluate the access control measures in place, such as key card systems or security personnel

    • Review the CCTV system to ensure it is functioning properly and covering all necessary areas

    • Check the fire safety me...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are domain for ISO 27001?
  • Ans. 

    ISO 27001 domains are areas of information security management covered by the standard.

    • ISO 27001 has 14 domains that cover various aspects of information security management.

    • These domains include information security policies, asset management, access control, cryptography, and more.

    • Each domain has specific controls and requirements that organizations must implement to comply with the standard.

    • Examples of controls with...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Tell me about the job responsibilities you had in your previous organisation?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Makensure you are technically sound in whatever domain you are applying for.

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user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Dec 2022

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain Projects and related technologies related to it
  • Q2. Asked about second project which I had done.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go through your CV and how your project works and the flow of your project.

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 25 Jun 2024

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

I was interviewed before Jun 2023.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Extension Methods in C#, write extension method for integer class , to return sum
  • Ans. 

    Extension method for integer class in C# to return sum

    • Create a static class for extension methods

    • Create a static method with 'this' keyword as first parameter of type int

    • Use the 'this' keyword to access the integer value and perform the sum operation

    • Return the sum value

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Database Table normalization
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How you approach new technology development
  • Ans. 

    I approach new technology development by staying updated on industry trends, conducting research, collaborating with experts, and testing prototypes.

    • Stay updated on industry trends and advancements

    • Conduct thorough research on new technologies

    • Collaborate with experts in the field

    • Test prototypes to evaluate feasibility and functionality

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident, revise fundamentals.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 31 May 2024

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

I applied via campus placement at Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur and was interviewed before May 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Case Study 

General case based on work experience

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Views on Banking and Financial services
  • Ans. 

    Banking and financial services are crucial for economic growth and stability.

    • Banking and financial services play a vital role in facilitating economic transactions and investments.

    • They provide individuals and businesses with access to credit, savings, and investment opportunities.

    • Regulations and oversight are essential to ensure the stability and integrity of the financial system.

    • Technological advancements have transfo...

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Partner round, mostly behavioural and fitment
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion and offer letter details

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 14 Dec 2022

Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Sourcing questions
  • Q2. Technical questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Process of recruitment

PwC Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in PwC Consultant interview?
PwC interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the PwC interview process are Case Study, HR and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for PwC Consultant 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 PwC. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at PwC expect are Leadership Development, Consulting, Advisory, Risk Management and Management.
What are the top questions asked in PwC Consultant interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the PwC Consultant interview -

  1. A large South American toffee manufacturer wishes to acquire a European premium...read more
  2. What are the losses in pipes, how to design a water system for a MS build...read more
  3. What do you know about the possible acquisition of IndusInd Bank by Kotak Mahin...read more
How long is the PwC Consultant interview process?

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

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PwC Consultant Interview Process

based on 28 interviews

4 Interview rounds

  • HR Round
  • Case Study Round - 1
  • Case Study Round - 2
  • Case Study Round - 3
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PwC Consultant Salary
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₹6 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
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Job security

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Company culture

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Promotions

3.1

Work satisfaction

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