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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 28 Mar 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Family background
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  • Q2. Done any course or Internship
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  • Q3. When can you join if selected
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  • Q4. Ms Excel formulas
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Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Balance sheet
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  • Q2. What is Journal entry
  • Ans. 

    A journal entry is a record of a financial transaction in a company's accounting system.

    • Journal entries are used to record debits and credits for each transaction.

    • They help in maintaining accurate financial records and tracking the flow of money within a company.

    • Each journal entry includes a date, description, accounts affected, and amounts debited and credited.

    • For example, a journal entry for a sale transaction would ...

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  • Q3. What is petty cash
  • Ans. 

    Petty cash is a small amount of cash kept on hand by a company for minor expenses.

    • Petty cash is used for small, everyday expenses that are impractical to pay for with a check or credit card.

    • It is typically kept in a secure location and managed by a designated employee.

    • Replenishment of petty cash is done by submitting receipts for the expenses incurred.

    • Common uses of petty cash include office supplies, postage, and mino...

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  • Q4. What is contra entry
  • Ans. 

    Contra entry is a transaction that involves both a debit and a credit entry to the same account, resulting in a net zero effect on the account balance.

    • Contra entries are typically used to correct errors, transfer funds between accounts, or record non-cash transactions.

    • Examples of contra entries include bank transfers, cash withdrawals for personal use, and corrections of accounting mistakes.

    • Contra entries are usually m...

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  • Q5. What is Bank reconciliation statement
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Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do we use BRS
  • Ans. 

    BRS is used to document the agreed upon requirements between the client and the development team.

    • BRS helps in ensuring that both parties have a clear understanding of the project requirements.

    • It serves as a reference point throughout the development process.

    • BRS helps in minimizing misunderstandings and scope creep.

    • It provides a basis for testing the final product against the initial requirements.

    • Examples: Software deve...

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  • Q2. Golden rules of accounting
  • Ans. 

    Golden rules of accounting are basic principles that guide the process of recording financial transactions.

    • There are three golden rules of accounting: Debit what comes in, Credit what goes out; Debit the receiver, Credit the giver; Debit expenses and losses, Credit income and gains

    • These rules help maintain the balance in the accounting equation: Assets = Liabilities + Equity

    • For example, when a company receives cash fro...

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  • Q3. What is creditor
  • Ans. 

    A creditor is a person or institution to whom money is owed.

    • A creditor is someone who has provided goods or services on credit to another party

    • Creditors can include individuals, businesses, or financial institutions

    • Examples of creditors include suppliers, banks, and bondholders

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Junior Accountant Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 30 Nov 2022

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

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Nov 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Junior audit executive
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  • Q2. What is mean by gst
  • Ans. 

    GST stands for Goods and Services Tax, a value-added tax levied on the supply of goods and services.

    • GST is a comprehensive tax system that has replaced multiple indirect taxes in India.

    • It is a destination-based tax, which means that the tax is collected at the point of consumption.

    • GST has three components - CGST, SGST, and IGST, which are levied by the central and state governments.

    • It has simplified the tax structure a...

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  • Q3. What are the types of taxes
  • Ans. 

    There are several types of taxes, including income tax, sales tax, property tax, and corporate tax.

    • Income tax is a tax on an individual's earnings or income.

    • Sales tax is a tax on the sale of goods and services.

    • Property tax is a tax on the value of real estate or personal property.

    • Corporate tax is a tax on the profits of corporations.

    • Other types of taxes include excise tax, estate tax, and payroll tax.

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Intern Interview Questions & Answers

Alvarez & Marsal user image Arpit Kumar Singhal

posted on 6 Nov 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

11 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for learning and a strong work ethic.

    • I have a degree in computer science and have completed several internships in software development.

    • I am proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++.

    • I am a quick learner and enjoy taking on new challenges.

    • I am a team player and have experience working collaboratively on projects.

    • I am also a good communicator and ...

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  • Q2. Why Alvarez?
  • Ans. 

    Alvarez is a reputable company with a strong track record in the industry.

    • Alvarez has a proven track record of success in the industry

    • The company has a reputation for quality and reliability

    • Alvarez has a strong commitment to customer satisfaction

    • The company offers a wide range of products and services to meet the needs of its customers

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  • Q3. Why consult?
  • Ans. 

    Consulting provides expert advice and solutions to complex problems.

    • Consulting helps businesses and organizations improve their performance and achieve their goals.

    • Consultants bring specialized knowledge and experience to help clients solve specific problems.

    • Consulting can provide an outside perspective and objective analysis of a situation.

    • Consultants can help clients navigate change and implement new strategies.

    • Examp...

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  • Q4. Work experience at Tata Steel.
  • Ans. 

    I have not worked at Tata Steel.

    • I do not have any work experience at Tata Steel.

    • I have not worked in the steel industry before.

    • I am open to exploring opportunities in the field of steel manufacturing.

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  • Q5. The case was printed and quite long. It was about auto components part and everything was given about it. Suggestions were to be given whether a new company should enter it or not. I was given time to read...
  • Add your answer
  • Q6. Tell me something that is not mentioned in the CV
  • Ans. 

    I have a passion for cooking and have won several local cooking competitions.

    • I enjoy experimenting with different cuisines and creating my own recipes.

    • I have taken cooking classes and workshops to improve my skills.

    • I have volunteered at a local soup kitchen to help prepare meals for the homeless.

    • I have a food blog where I share my recipes and cooking tips.

    • I have also catered small events for friends and family.

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  • Q7. How do your friends perceive you?
  • Ans. 

    My friends perceive me as a reliable and supportive person who is always there for them.

    • Reliable and dependable

    • Supportive and empathetic

    • Good listener

    • Fun and easy-going

    • Honest and trustworthy

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  • Q8. Do you read management books?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I do read management books.

    • I believe that reading management books is essential to keep myself updated with the latest trends and techniques in the field.

    • I have read books like 'The Lean Startup' by Eric Ries, 'Good to Great' by Jim Collins, and 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' by Stephen Covey.

    • These books have helped me develop my leadership skills, improve my decision-making abilities, and enhance my ov...

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  • Q9. One finance problem
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  • Q10. One current affairs question
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  • Q11. Any question would you like to ask me
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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: I had well prepared the initial questions – about myself, why consult and why Alvarez questions which helped me in gaining confidence. It was my only interview of the day so I was quite relaxed. The interviewers also seemed friendly.




Round: HR Interview
Experience: I hadn’t prepared ‘Something that is not mentioned in the CV’ question. I had to come up with on the spot answer which could have been better.

General Tips: Do well prepare your HR questions and work experience part. It really helps on the final day.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

Alvarez & Marsal user image Samir Desai

posted on 19 Dec 2015

I applied via Referral

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: There were 3 groups formed when the A&M team arrived on campus. A&M conducted 3 rounds of interviews for each candidate and after all the 3 groups had interviewed the candidate, they used to meet and decide on the candidate. Thus the procedure was elaborate but slow. All the interviews were personal interviews.

After waiting outside for almost 7 hours, the interviews were conducted in a very professional manner and the interviewers focus in knowing your past was crystal clear.

Each of the interviewer asked me to go through my resume in a detailed fashion. Each and every bullet point in my resume was questioned and cross questioned. But the interview was not stressful at any point in time. The key reason was that there were no lies in the resume and hence I was very sure about the background of every point (situation, what action I took, why I took that action, what I did, who helped me, how things eventually worked out and what was the result). There were some usual questions as well on strengths, etc. Such questions were few and were randomly thrown at you. Since A&M is mainly a client oriented company who as a part of turnaround would want to “get things done”, I kept all my answers focused towards this theme. Be aware that the interviewers may try to derail you in case you have very well rehearsed answers. So in between questions, there will be some side talk. That can put you off. So being relaxed would help you just laugh/smile that their comments and then continue where you left off. This interview was a walk-in interview for me on day 6, but I had planned on applying here before and hence had some overview of the firm and what it does. That helped me in asking several questions throughout the day. My questions were mainly on switching my focus from IT to operation and finance. At the end of the day, I was told to contact Amit Laud who would be conducting my interview from his base location. This interview was also a personal interview. I googled him and found some details on him. He was an MBA from Wharton, done a stint in Mckinsey, GE and now was the acting CIO for some client company so some questions on IT implementation would be due. I knew that if I get through then I might end up working for him.
Tips: Keep your cool. It is not important to know how to fix laptop or how to fix account statements (if you are CA). But it was more about how you handle such deliberate distracting situations (as if they were your clients) and make the atmosphere friendly.

Skills: HR Skills
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)
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Intern Interview Questions & Answers

Alvarez & Marsal user image Kritika Gupta

posted on 6 Nov 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Analyse the hair care industry for a company that wants to enter the Indian market; Given the profits of two companies, where would you invest
  • Ans. 

    The hair care industry in India is growing rapidly, with increasing demand for natural and organic products. Investment decision depends on company goals and market research.

    • India's hair care industry is expected to reach $13.3 billion by 2025

    • Growing demand for natural and organic products

    • Strong competition from established brands like Dove, Pantene, and L'Oreal

    • Opportunities for niche players in the market

    • Investment de...

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  • Q2. HR questions (leadership experiences, why does the profile interest you etc.)
  • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: I was calm throughout the process, had practiced more difficult case studies for other consulting interviews, so the one asked in this interview seemed simple.

General Tips: Understand the work profile well before interviewing. Have basic financial concepts in place (basic FRA knowledge form the 1st term would suffice), read a little about M&As.
Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
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Intern Interview Questions & Answers

Alvarez & Marsal user image Nishant Kumar

posted on 6 Nov 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. The case given to me dealt with 2 skin care companies, market leaders in their segment. 2 new market companies had entered the market eroding off the market share of the established firms. Data reading wor...
  • Add your answer
  • Q2. Discuss the current market situation?
  • Ans. 

    The current market situation is volatile due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions.

    • The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruptions in global supply chains and reduced consumer demand.

    • Geopolitical tensions, such as the US-China trade war, have led to uncertainty and market fluctuations.

    • The technology sector has been performing well, while industries such as travel and hospitality have been hit hard.

    • Inv...

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  • Q3. What should be the strategy of SkinCareIndiaPvt.Ltd( the market player in the mass market segment)
  • Ans. 

    SkinCareIndiaPvt.Ltd should focus on product innovation, competitive pricing, and effective marketing strategies.

    • Invest in research and development to create innovative products

    • Offer competitive pricing to attract price-sensitive customers

    • Implement effective marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and customer loyalty

    • Expand product line to cater to different customer needs

    • Partner with influencers and beauty bl...

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  • Q4. If you are a PE which firm would you invest in?
  • Ans. 

    I would invest in a firm with a strong management team, a clear growth strategy, and a solid financial track record.

    • Look for firms with experienced and successful leaders

    • Research the company's growth potential and plans for expansion

    • Analyze the company's financial statements and performance history

    • Consider the industry and market trends

    • Examples: Blackstone, KKR, Carlyle Group

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  • Q5. A finance question regarding P&L statement of 2 companies were asked
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  • Q6. Questions regarding why interested in finance, why consulting etc
  • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: In the first round of the interview these questions were discussed in detail and various other scenarios were also taken into consideration

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: I think I was able to justify my interest in finance which added to my cause.

Skills:
College Name: IIM Lucknow
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Deputy Manager Interview Questions & Answers

Cholamandalam MS Risk Services user image Anonymous

posted on 3 Nov 2023

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Nov 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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. Power systems, Electrical Safety
  • Add your answer
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Power Systems, Electrical Safety
  • Add your answer
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Kearney user image Anonymous

posted on 28 Mar 2023

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Could you briefly introduce yourself?
  • Add your answer
  • Q2. You have a great wall of paintings behind you, tell me about your interest in art.
  • Add your answer
  • Q3. Since how long have you been playing basketball? Do you play other sports too?
  • Add your answer
  • Q4. Tell me about your internship that you did with KPMG India.
  • Add your answer
  • Q5. Tell me about your interests.
  • Add your answer
Round 2 - Case Study 

You are working with the government of India and need to increase the revenue generated from sports in India. How will you do it?
[Please note that I stands for Interviewer and C stands for Candidate]

C: Sure, should I focus on one sport to increase the revenue or should I focus on all sports which have the potential to increase revenues?

I: Your choice.

C: Great. I would like to divide the sports into two categories: Individual sports like badminton, tennis and team sports like basketball, cricket. Then we can look at both the categories and focus on whichever suits us better.

I: Sounds good.

C: I would like to focus on team sports first as cricket and hockey are doing really well in India, so I would explore other such sports. I would like to take up basketball first as I know more about it as compared to others.

I: Yes, you can start with basketball.

C: Since basketball is not a common game in India, I will divide it into the rural and urban segment and think about ways to increase awareness and hence the participation. In rural areas, people do not play this sport due to improper infrastructure and hence as the government of India we could build courts in some parts to increase participation. We could also play sports mandatory as a subject in school. Coming to the urban segment, I would divide the people in two groups: sports and non-sports, then I will look at ways to increase participation in both.

I: Focus on people who play other sports, how will you increase participation from them?

C: For the people who play other sports, it is mostly because they have been taught the same since a very young age. Basketball being uncommon can be made known to people by improving the facilities available in India. Being a player myself, the facilities here are bad and hence there is less scope to do well in this sport. We could also have more events for basketball to improve competition, not just with Indian players but can bring in International players for exposure. Games like NBA should be promoted, similar to FIFA or a cricket world cup.

I: Sounds good. If you were to conduct a basketball event, what all revenue streams would you have?

C: The different revenue streams that I can think of are: Tickets, Food and Drinks, Parking, Media Rights, Advertisements, any other event conducted on the ground when there is no game going on.

Round 3 - Case Study 

Your client is a leading Asian Automaker in the Luxury segment. Should they enter India and if they do, how?
[Please note that I stands for Interviewer and C stands for Candidate]

C: Can I assume our car company to be like other Luxury players in the market like BMW, Mercedes, etc.?

I: Yes, our company is similar.

C: Do we have a time or a budget crunch?

I: Nothing of that sort.

C: Where are we currently operating, why India, why now?

I: America, vast market and felt like expanding now.

C: I would like to divide this case in 4 parts: Explore the India market, explore the luxury car industry (market sizing as well), look at how we will enter (modes of entry), potential risks involved.

I: You can ignore the first bucket and start from the second.

C: Sure. (Looked at all of Porter's forces one by one and did a qualitative level market sizing)

I: How would you make people switch to our car?

C: I would divide it in two parts: First would-be people who do not own a luxury car and the second would be people with a luxury car who can switch to our segment. To bring about a differentiation, I would firstly look at the car features, the pricing, coverage, and reach, lastly at advertising.

I: Why would people want to use a luxury car?

C: Two reasons: Status/Prestige and Credibility.

I: Good, now where all will you advertise?

C: For advertisements we have three channels: Banners and Ads, Social Media, Collaboration with offices, hotels, celebrities, etc. We could also rely on word of mouth to gain credibility.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Just answer with confidence.
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Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

Kearney user image Anonymous

posted on 28 Mar 2023

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is one unique thing about you which differentiates you from all the other candidates?
  • Ans. 

    I bring a unique blend of analytical thinking and creative problem-solving, allowing me to approach challenges from multiple angles.

    • Analytical Skills: I have a strong background in data analysis, demonstrated by my work on a project that improved operational efficiency by 20%.

    • Creative Problem-Solving: I once led a team brainstorming session that generated innovative solutions for a client’s marketing strategy, resultin...

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Round 2 - Case Study 

Our client is a packaged tea manufacturer. He has two factories, say Factory 1 and Factory 2 located in Noida with maximum production capacity of 100 tons per month each. Assume earlier the demand was the summation of production capacity of two factories, that is, 200 tons per month. However, client has forecasted that in coming months the demand is going to fall to 150 tons per month. Devise a production allocation strategy for the client.
[Please note that I stands for Interviewer and C stands for Candidate]

C: Where are the two factories located?

I: Assume both factories are in the same industrial park in Noida.

C: Okay. The production allocation decision will depend upon the total cost that will be incurred during the manufacturing process. Are both the factories owned by us?

I: No, only Factory 1 is owned by us. We buy the end product from Factory 2.

C: Do we have any data on what is the total cost or cost per unit incurred in both factories?

I: Yes. (Interviewer then gave the data about fixed and variable cost of both factories.)

Factory 1 - Rs 300 per ton. It can be divided into 3 parts - labor (Rs 100 – 80 fixed, 20 variable); utilities (Rs 100 per ton); fuel (Rs 100 per ton).

Factory 2 – Rs 225 per ton.

C: Okay. From the data given by you, Factory 1 has fixed cost of Rs 80 per ton * 100 tons = Rs 8000 and variable cost of Rs 220 per ton.

Assuming we produce x tons in Factory 1. Then we will be producing 150 – x in Factory 2. Max value of x can be 100 tons. Total cost would come around to be 8000 + 220x + 225(150 – x) => 41000 – 5x. Hence from the cost equation, we can infer that keeping x as 100 that is, running factory 1 at full capacity will give us the minimum cost C: Good. Can you think of why production in our own factory with outdated machinery is preferrable as compared to buying product from factory 2 which employs better production techniques?

I: The variable component of labor cost is the major factor. If the split would have been 60:40 instead of 80:20, we would have come up with a totally different answer.

Round 3 - Case Study 

We have been approached by a global publisher of legal & accounting books. They are planning to expand into India by buying a print & paper based local publisher of similar kind of books. Can you help them size the market? Also, what do you think are the risks of digital disruption?

[Short case -15 to 20 min]

(Started with questions to probe the problem statement.)
[Please note that I stands for Interviewer and C stands for Candidate]

C: Okay, just to reiterate, the client is a legal & accounting books publisher looking to buy a print & paper-based publisher in India.

I: Correct.

C: What is the objective behind buying out this new publisher?

I: They are looking for geographical expansion.

C: What is the timeline that the client is looking forward to?

I: No timeline as such. They just want to know what the potential market size of the industry is.

C: Okay. To start with estimating the market size, can you help me understand where all legal and accounting books are used? From my understanding, educational institutions, and people working in this profession might refer to these as well such as lawyers, accountants.

I: Yes, you are right. Let us consider only educational institutions for the case.

C: In educational institutions, we can have schools as in India, senior secondary education has subjects on accounts, as well as colleges/universities for these domains.

I: Consider only educational institutions for undergraduate & post-graduate studies.

C: Okay, my strategy here would be to estimate the demand of new books in a period of one year. This can be calculated by estimating number of colleges that we have in the country and the books required by students of each year, i.e., freshers, 2nd year students etc.

I: Go on.

C: (followed standard guesstimate procedure starting with Indian population, estimating the number of students opting for accounts and law post their schooling and then estimated the number of students for each year in their undergrad. Assumed the number of books required by each student in a semester and estimated the total number of books required. Took some time here and hence could not move to risks for digital disruption in the sector.)

I – Okay. I think we are running out of time. Can you quickly list down what can be the potential risks that the legal & accountings books publishing industry faces due to digital disruption?

C – Yes, due to the increasing popularity of eBooks, hard copies are not preferred much because they are bulky. Whereas eBooks can be accessed anywhere on phones, laptops. That is a potential risk that the industry faces. Also given the rise in educational tech and coming up of startups in the EdTech domain, the hard copies of textbooks are becoming redundant as most of the information is provided digitally.

I – Sure, makes sense. Thank you Rishabh for your time.

Round 4 - Case Study 

MP Government is facing an all-time low in tourism and entertainment industry due to COVID-19. Suggest some ways in which MP Government can tackle this problem.

[Short case – lasted 10-15 min]
[Please note that I stands for Interviewer and C stands for Candidate]

C: Okay, just to reiterate, MP Government has reached out to us because it is facing a decrease in revenues in tourism & entertainment industry and we have been asked to provide solutions in which it can tackle this issue.

I: Right.

C: Do we have any budgetary constraints?

I: No constraints as such.

C: What is the timeline we are looking at? Is the government looking for solutions in the short term or in the long term?

I: You can go ahead and give solutions for both short term and long term.

C: [After this the discussion was on the lines of what potentially comes under tourism & entertainment – tourist sites, cinema theatres, sports events, fairs (melas), theme parks. After this, discussion shifted to potential sources of revenue for a theatre. Employing how exactly a customer would go about watching a movie in a theatre, I laid down the journey and potential sources of revenue for the theatre such as parking fees, ticket sales and snacks & beverage sales. After this there was a similar discussion on revenues that the government can generate from hosting sporting events in the state.]

I: We can end the case now. So, what do you think how did the case go?

C: Since the case ended soon, I could have jumped quickly and elaborated on the solutions for tackling the issues instead of majorly focusing on what all the problems can be.

I: No issues, I think you listed the sources of problem well. Thank you for your time.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Given the interviews were held virtually, it becomes essential to keep the interviewer engaged.

2. Since interviewer cannot see what you are writing on your sheet (neither did they ask me to show the sheet), conveying the structure that you have on paper to the interviewer verbally becomes a crucial factor.
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posted on 29 Mar 2023

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself.
  • Add your answer
Round 2 - Case Study 

Your client is a glass manufacturer looking to grow. They need your help.
[Please note that I stands for Interviewer and C stands for Candidate] 

(Firstly, used a CPCC framework to know more about the problem)

C: Okay, I would like to start with knowing a little more about the client. When we say it is a glass manufacturer, what type of glass products do they manufacture. Is it the one used at homes or in cars or buildings or any other use?

I: Yes, so it is a glass used in glass facades in homes for windows and panes.

C: Okay. So, what type of expansion is the company eyeing. Is it looking to expand into new markets or within the same market?

I: The current market in which it operates is pretty saturated, and they are looking to expand into new markets.

C: And by new markets, do they mean new geographies or new product line.

I: They want to operate in the same geographies they have currently been operating in. They are looking to expand their product portfolio. Can you help them decide that?

C: Yes definitely. So new products can be added by either identifying different uses of the existing manufacturing capabilities or adding new ones. Considering that we have less time, the first option seems to be a better one.

I: Yes, that’s correct. Can you help them identify what are the alternate uses of the glass that they sell?

C: I would like to first divide the uses into 2 groups. Stationery uses and Moving objects. Moving objects would be the cars, buses, trucks etc. and stationery would include the buildings.

I: You can look into the building use.

C: Okay, so buildings can be then divided as residential buildings and office spaces. Majority of the office spaces have glass facades and very few residential buildings have it due to privacy concerns, which area should I first focus on?

I: We have primarily been selling our product for office buildings. Can you give some uses of the product in residential buildings?

C: Yes, definitely. (Asked for some time and then came up with a few uses) So, the uses can be of 2 types. One is outside the home use, and another could be inside it.

Outside uses includes the glass railings, windows, staircase railings Inside the house includes indoor windows, dining tables, fixed cabinets, steam room in washrooms.

(Overall, it was a moderate case. The interviewer focused more on idea generation than anything else.)

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Add your answer
  • Q2. How interested are you in joining Kearney?
  • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. For the buddy calls, focus on framework for solving the case.

2. For the interviews try practicing abstract cases.
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