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Updated 6 Aug 2024

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Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is derivatives and its types
  • Ans. 

    Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset or group of assets.

    • Types of derivatives include futures contracts, options, swaps, and forwards.

    • Derivatives can be used for hedging against risk, speculation, or arbitrage.

    • Examples of derivatives include stock options, commodity futures, interest rate swaps, and currency forwards.

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Interview experience
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Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
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Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic accounting
  • Q2. As per understanding

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Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asked why i am looking for a change, about my previous experience and also on the communication skills
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. On the accounting journals front as the profile was more on posting journals and also few questions from my previous experience
Round 4 - Case Study 

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and transparent to the other person. Success will be on your way :-)

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I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. 25 horses puzzle

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Tips: Concentrate on one topic properly
Duration: 90 minutes
Total Questions: 20

Skills: Basic Coding, Logical Reasoning, Aptitude, Probabiity
Duration: 2
College Name: IIT Madras

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions from resume about computer science or IT related points

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: After the customary " Tell my about Yourself" and "Why Barclays?", I was asked about my previous internship ( which was in IT domain ) and an android game that I had made. I just explained both of them completely and gave the interviewer a demo of my game.
Tips: Having points in your resume (projects, internships etc.) that prove your coding aptitude definitely helps. Explain everything completely with full clarity along with all the steps you took, the things you learned and most importantly the difficulties faces and how you overcame them. ( I spoke for 15 to 20 mins straight)

General Tips: Speak confidently and be positive. Also shake your interviewer's hand.
Skill Tips: You mostly wont be tested on coding if you have projects as a proof of your skill.
Skills: Big Data Analytics, Analytical Skills, Basic Coding, IT Skills, Ability To Deliver On A Project
Duration: 2
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: Global exposure, best in terms of stipend and other facilities.
Funny Moments: I had to run all the way back to my hostel mid interview as I wasn't having my game in my phone initially.

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: GS didn't shortlist based on resume. Nevertheless it's good to have a good one.
Tips: Do highlight the important ones and put legit points

Round: Test
Experience: The standard of the test was very good . it was a good experience
Tips: Probability has a heavy weightage among the topics covered
Duration: 90 minutes
Total Questions: GS

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: No gd fire GS

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: GS just had tech interviews and it was rigorous.
Tips: It's important to be strong in concepts of probability and statistics.

General Tips: Don't crack under pressure on the interview.
Skill Tips: Try taking the course offered in the institute.
Skills: Probability
Duration: 2
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: GS deals with complex mathematical model which is my prime area of interest.

I was interviewed in Feb 2017.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: They have taken the resume and ask for introduce about your self.
Tips: Don't speak very fast and first say the Thank you for the interviewer for giving that opportunity

Round: Test
Experience: They have asked the questions on all the areas like english, logical reasoning etc.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Questions: 100

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: They have given the topic and asked to speak for 10 minutes.
Tips: Introduction (the person who is starting first) and the conclusion are important
Duration: 10 minutes

College Name: GITAM University, Bangalore

Interview Questionnaire 

15 Questions

  • Q1. Some Basic HR questions like tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Why Deutsche Bank
  • Ans. 

    Deutsche Bank is a leading global investment bank with a strong reputation and diverse range of services.

    • Deutsche Bank has a strong reputation in the financial industry

    • It offers a diverse range of services, including investment banking, asset management, and wealth management

    • The bank has a global presence, with operations in over 70 countries

    • Deutsche Bank has a strong commitment to innovation and technology, which is i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why not equity/credit research profile?(I told them I wanted structuring profile)
  • Q4. Since I had given CFA they asked me- Why did you give CFA L1, What did you learn from it, Are you planning to give CFA L2 next year
  • Q5. Some work-ex based questions like how is the sector doing
  • Q6. In a 10X10X10 Rubik’s cube…if the outer layer is removed, how many small cubes are left?
  • Q7. What would be the length of the shortest path between two diagonally opposite corners of a solid (10X10X10) cube?
  • Ans. 

    The shortest path between two diagonally opposite corners of a solid (10X10X10) cube is the space diagonal.

    • The space diagonal can be calculated using the Pythagorean theorem.

    • The formula for the space diagonal is √(a² + b² + c²), where a, b, and c are the lengths of the sides of the cube.

    • In this case, a = b = c = 10, so the space diagonal is √(10² + 10² + 10²) = √300 ≈ 17.32 units.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Fill up numbers from 1-25 in a 5X5 matrix such that each number is average of the adjacent numbers
  • Q9. In a marathon, the each athlete is assigned a number, you see 5 of them with the following numbers: 2, 10, 40, 50, 200, 250……can you guess the total number of runners in the race?
  • Q10. Draw the payoffs
  • Ans. 

    Payoff diagrams show the potential profit or loss of an investment at different prices.

    • Payoff diagrams are used to visualize the potential outcomes of an investment strategy.

    • The x-axis represents the price of the underlying asset, while the y-axis represents the profit or loss.

    • A call option has a positive payoff when the stock price is above the strike price, while a put option has a positive payoff when the stock pric...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. CDS based questions like if I go long in a CDS am I going short or long credit
  • Q12. If the interest rate in the market goes up
  • Ans. 

    If the interest rate in the market goes up

    • The cost of borrowing increases

    • Bond prices decrease

    • Stock prices may decrease

    • Inflation may decrease

    • Currency may appreciate

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. What happens to the value of CDS?
  • Ans. 

    The value of CDS changes based on market conditions and creditworthiness of the underlying entity.

    • CDS value increases when the creditworthiness of the underlying entity deteriorates.

    • CDS value decreases when the creditworthiness of the underlying entity improves.

    • CDS value is also affected by market conditions such as interest rates and liquidity.

    • CDS value can be used as an indicator of market sentiment towards the under...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q14. What is delta? A future on 1000 stocks, what is the delta for this?
  • Ans. 

    Delta is the measure of an option's price sensitivity to changes in the price of the underlying asset.

    • Delta is a Greek letter used to represent the degree of change in an option's price relative to the change in the price of the underlying asset.

    • Delta ranges from 0 to 1 for call options and -1 to 0 for put options.

    • A delta of 0.5 means that for every $1 increase in the underlying asset's price, the option's price will i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q15. Some Finance related gyan was asked like call and put option

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: I read a book on derivatives (John C Hull)….I told the interviewer that I liked derivatives and wanted a structuring profile at DB.They were not expecting such an answer and the rest of the interview was on derivatives. I gave correct answers to most of them and had right approach for the others.

General Tips: Read up options and futures, John Hull and if you somehow put that point across in the interview, you are almost in. However, this approach is risky as reading the book takes lot of time and and also once you mention this, they grill you with questions on advanced concepts.
Skills: Economics, Finance
College Name: NA

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basic of Accounts

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was quite simple but must have basic knowledge of Accounts.

College Name: G Pulla Reddy College Of Engineering & Technology

Interview Questionnaire 

22 Questions

  • Q1. I was asked about my Job Switch in my past work experience
  • Q2. Why did I choose to work for a bank leaving a software company
  • Ans. 

    I chose to work for a bank because of my interest in finance and the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients.

    • I have always been interested in finance and banking

    • I wanted to work with a diverse range of clients and industries

    • I saw an opportunity to develop my skills in financial analysis and risk management

    • I was attracted to the stability and growth potential of the banking industry

    • I wanted to be part of a t...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. There were some questions on my biggest success and failure and how did I handle both
  • Q4. -Inter-corporate investments (equity method, proportional consolidation method)
  • Q5. - Effect of a dividend payout on the financial statements of a parent company if its 50% JV declares a dividend?
  • Ans. 

    A dividend payout by a 50% JV affects the parent company's financial statements through the equity method.

    • The parent company will record its share of the JV's dividend income as a decrease in the investment account on the balance sheet.

    • The parent company's income statement will reflect its share of the JV's earnings, including the dividend income.

    • The parent company's cash flow statement will show an increase in cash fr...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. -Relevance of EV/EBITDA? Fundamentals behind EV/EBITDA?
  • Ans. 

    EV/EBITDA is a valuation metric used to evaluate a company's financial performance and potential for growth.

    • EV/EBITDA compares a company's enterprise value (EV) to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA).

    • It is useful for comparing companies in the same industry or sector.

    • A lower EV/EBITDA ratio indicates that a company may be undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate that a com...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. How would a new litigation liability affect the enterprise value?
  • Ans. 

    A new litigation liability can negatively impact the enterprise value.

    • Litigation liability can lead to financial losses for the company

    • It can also damage the company's reputation and affect future earnings

    • The impact on enterprise value depends on the severity of the liability and the company's ability to manage it

    • Investors may also perceive the company as riskier, leading to a decrease in stock price

    • Examples include la...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Some with reference to my FRM L2 What are the changes introduced in Basel 3? (No Tier 3, instruments qualifying for Tier 1, counter-cyclical buffers, liquidity and leverage ratios)
  • Q9. Current Economic scenario- Are you following the euro zone crisis? Give recent updates
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am following the euro zone crisis closely.

    • The crisis began in 2009 with Greece's debt crisis and has since spread to other countries in the euro zone.

    • The European Central Bank has implemented various measures to address the crisis, including quantitative easing and low interest rates.

    • Brexit has also added to the uncertainty in the euro zone.

    • Recent updates include the approval of a €750 billion recovery fund to h...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Some basic questions on FCFF, FCFE, P/E, PEG and sector-specific ratios
  • Q11. A few questions on accretion-dilution in case of a acquisition by stock issue
  • Q12. They referred to my CV and asked me questions on the basis of the points mentioned
  • Q13. Work Experience related-
  • Q14. My hobby related Puzzle- What is the minimum number of queens would you need to check mate a king which is at the center of the chess board?
  • Q15. Fair Dice Puzzle- A box has n1 red shoes, n2 blue shoes and so on. Min no of draws to ensure same colour
  • Q16. How did you value Suzlon? Which ratios did you use and why? Rationale behind the growth rates assumed in DCF?
  • Ans. 

    Valued Suzlon using DCF and ratios. Assumed growth rates based on industry trends and company performance.

    • Used DCF to estimate the intrinsic value of Suzlon based on future cash flows

    • Used P/E ratio and EV/EBITDA ratio to compare Suzlon's valuation with industry peers

    • Assumed growth rates based on industry trends and Suzlon's historical performance

    • Took into account Suzlon's debt levels and interest expenses in the DCF ca...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q17. What is the general outlook on Indian IT sector? Growth drivers and challenges? What are your stock picks and make a short pitch on the investment rationale?
  • Ans. 

    Indian IT sector has a positive outlook with growth drivers like digital transformation and cloud adoption, but faces challenges like talent shortage and increasing competition.

    • Growth drivers include digital transformation, cloud adoption, and increasing demand for automation and AI solutions.

    • Challenges include talent shortage, increasing competition from global players, and regulatory changes.

    • Stock picks include TCS, ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q18. I had done an independent project on monetary policy. So I was asked about the change in policy stance from the series of rate hikes to the cut in CRR
  • Q19. Related to Academic Project on Corporate Valuation of Suzlon
  • Q20. On the sector I followed which was also mentioned on my CV
  • Q21. How do you do a credit appraisal of SME units?
  • Ans. 

    Credit appraisal of SME units involves assessing their financial health, management capabilities, market position, and repayment capacity.

    • Analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements

    • Evaluate management team and their experience in the industry

    • Assess market position and competition

    • Review credit history and repayment capacity

    • Consider collateral and guarantees

    • Use cred...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q22. What specific ratios are used to evaluate a manufacturing unit?
  • Ans. 

    Ratios like gross margin, inventory turnover, and return on assets are used to evaluate a manufacturing unit.

    • Gross margin ratio measures the profitability of the manufacturing unit by comparing the revenue and cost of goods sold.

    • Inventory turnover ratio measures how efficiently the manufacturing unit is managing its inventory.

    • Return on assets ratio measures how effectively the manufacturing unit is using its assets to ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: There was no Group Discussion. I was an Only interview process. There were two rounds of interviews. Not many HR questions were asked,

Round: HR Interview
Experience: I had brushed up the fundamentals of basic accounting, corporate finance and Coporate Valuation well and had revised my academic projects. I had also tried to follow-up my sector of interest regularly and also had some stock picks which helped a lot.

General Tips: The first round was completely based on accounting and valuation. A thorough revision of accounting and corporate valuation should be sufficient.The second round was a CV based round. Revise your CFA and FRM subjects in case you have mentioned them in your CV. I was quizzed a lot on my academic projects, the sector that I followed and general macro economic events (monetary policy, rupee depreciation, euro zone etc).
Skills: Economics, Finance
College Name: NA
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