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Updated 13 Jul 2022

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Associate Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 13 Jul 2022

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to join SKP?
  • Q2. What interests you about pricing?
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in pricing because it involves understanding consumer behavior and market trends.

    • I enjoy analyzing data to determine the optimal price point for a product or service.

    • I find it fascinating how pricing can impact consumer behavior and purchasing decisions.

    • I am intrigued by the constantly changing market trends and how they affect pricing strategies.

    • For example, I have studied how dynamic pricing is used i...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Case Study 

3 interviews with 3 people. You may get 3 cases or just 1-2.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Know why you want to join this company.
Know pricing and why you want to do pricing.

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

45 questions, duration 1 hour

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Based on the projects.
  • Q2. Based on the skills you mentioned in your resume.
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Based on the extra skills
  • Q2. Puzzles and aptitude questions
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you want to join PWC
  • Q2. How you will handle criticism.

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

ZS user image Anonymous

posted on 30 Dec 2024

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

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

1.1.1 Maths
1.1.2 English
1.1.3 Logical Reasoning
1.2 Objective Business Case
1.3 Video Round (guesstimates + behavioural)

Round 2 - Case Study 

1.1 Case Study - 2 page solid case study with multiple calculative and descriptive questions (similar to DILR of CAT but easier and business oriented)
1.2 Case Debrief - questions on 1.1

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic interests, hobby, why ZS, Guesstimates, Puzzles
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Indeed and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Different types of options
  • Q2. Different case study
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is risk asstement
  • Ans. 

    Risk assessment is the process of identifying, analyzing, and evaluating potential risks to an organization or project.

    • Identifying potential risks that could impact the organization or project

    • Analyzing the likelihood and impact of each risk

    • Evaluating the level of risk and determining appropriate mitigation strategies

    • Examples: conducting a SWOT analysis, using risk matrices, performing scenario analysis

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is overall materality
  • Ans. 

    Overall materiality is the threshold at which misstatements in the financial statements could influence the decisions of users.

    • Overall materiality is determined by considering the size and nature of the financial statements as a whole.

    • It helps auditors in determining the extent of their audit procedures and the level of detail to be examined.

    • If misstatements exceed overall materiality, they are considered material and ...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What projects have you completed in your current org?

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

BCG user image Anonymous

posted on 13 Nov 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at IE Business School, Spain and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was an online case test that had to be completed within a certain timeframe

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to be a consultant
  • Q2. Give an example of a challenge you had to overcome in the workplace
  • Ans. 

    I had to overcome a communication barrier with a team member from a different cultural background.

    • Misunderstandings due to language differences

    • Lack of awareness of cultural norms

    • Seeking help from a mediator or translator

    • Adapting communication style to bridge the gap

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for cases via the materials provided
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Paint industries margin
  • Q2. Key issues in the industry
  • Ans. 

    Key issues in the industry include regulatory changes, technological advancements, and competition.

    • Regulatory changes can impact operations and require compliance updates.

    • Technological advancements can lead to disruption and the need for constant innovation.

    • Competition is fierce, with companies vying for market share and customer loyalty.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. New players and impact on the exitsing
Round 2 - Case Study 

Discussion about Asian paint

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

Ask about the al and tech

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How much you expected
  • Q2. How was your previous organisation?
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why guide house?
  • Q2. Are you able to work night shift?

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How many rounds are there in Simon Kucher & Partners Associate interview?
Simon Kucher & Partners interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Simon Kucher & Partners interview process are One-on-one Round and Case Study.

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