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 We are here with some of the most commonly asked interview questions for marketing enthusiasts. Here it goes: What do you understand by the term 'marketing'? What is the difference between marketing and sales ? How many P's of marketing are you aware about? Which is the most important one in your opinion and why? What is product life cycle? What is go-to-marketing strategy? What is ambush marketing? What is your favorite marketing campaign? Why? How can you measure the effectiveness of a marketing campaign? How do you begin market research for a new product? What are the factors to keep in mind while launching a new product? What metrics do you consider most important for gauging success? What interests you in a marketing career? (Part of Education Series: Interview Preparation) Also See: Finance Interview questions Sales Interview questions HR Interview questions Business Operations Interview questions How to prepare for an Interview ? MBA Interview questions How to

Some of the most commonly asked interview questions for finance majors goes as: What are assets and liabilities? What are the responsibilities of  a finance executive? Walk me through cash flow statement. What are the components of balance sheet? What are the advantages of double entry system? What is a deferred tax asset and a deferred tax liability and why might one be created?  How do you calculate WACC?  What does negative working capital mean? Explain financial modelling. What do you mean by corporate finance? What is cost accountancy? What is goodwill? How many financial statements are there? (Part of Education Series: Interview Preparation) Also See:   Marketing Interview qu estions Sales Interview questions HR Interview questions Business Operations Interview questions How to prepare for an Interview ? MBA Interview questions How to prepare for CAT Interview?  

We are here with some of the most commonly asked interview questions for sales enthusiasts. How does sales differ from marketing? Why Sales? How do you generate lead? Explain the steps involved in selling process. What is sales quota? Sell me this pen. When do you stop pursuing a client? How would you motivate your sales force? How do you keep a client loyal? How do you handle client objection? What keeps you going? Sell yourself. (Elevator pitch) What would you do in the first 15 days if you get hired? What can we do better to improve our sales? What do you think is more important: new clients or long-term clients? (Part of Education Series: Interview Preparation) Also See:   Marketing Interview qu estions Finance Interview questions HR Interview questions Business Operations Interview questions How to prepare for an Interview ? MBA Interview questions How to prepare for CAT Interview?

We are here with some of the most commonly asked interview questions for HR Manager profile. Here it goes: Tell us about yourself. What are your strengths and weaknesses? What are your hobbies and interests? Can you work under pressure? One thing that went wrong under your supervision and how did you response? Are you a Team player? On a scale from 1 to 10, rate yourself as a team leader. What is your biggest achievement till date? What motivates you for this job? How do you define success? What was the toughest decision that you ever had to take? Tell us a situation where your work was criticized. How did you respond to it? How do you feel about working late or during weekends? Are you comfortable working in shifts? Are you willing to relocate or travel? Looking back, what would you do different in your life? Where do you see yourself in next 5 years? (Part of Education Series: Interview Preparation) Also See:   Marketing Interview qu estions Finance Interview questions Sales Interv

Is it placement season or you are looking for a job switch into operations segment? We are here to help you out. Though not exclusive, we bring you Business Operations interview questions, technical as well as HR, you should be prepared with before your D-Day.  Have you read Goal? What were your learning from it? What are the various duties of an Operations Manager?  What challenges do you expect in this business operations position?  How will you manage relationships with different vendors ?  How would you grow and motivate our staff? Tell us an instance from your past to justify your claim. What is the difference between logistics and supply chain ?  What are the risks in procurement and how do you minimize them?  What is throughput time ?  Tell us what you know about lean six sigma ? What is Economic Order Quantity ?  First thing you will do to handle employees that resist change?  How do you identify bottlenecks in a process?  How do you ensure quality when productivity inc

Though knowing exactly what an interviewer is going to ask is not possible but some of the obvious (or anticipated) questions can be taken care of. Here are some tips that will help you to prepare for your interview: Read thoroughly about the organization (or institute) you are giving interview for.  If you are appearing for a job interview, make sure to know about the profile being offered and the roles & responsibility associated with it. First impression is the last impression: Go well-groomed and well-dressed when you appear for your interview. A shabby look may be a no ticket for you even without uttering a word in front of the interviewer(s). Confidence is the key: It's natural to be a bit nervous when you are about to appear for an interview but do not let that nervousness appear on your face. Practicing in front of a mirror is one of the best technique to overcome that fear. Be prepared with everything that's on your CV: Most of the interviews are based on you

Frequently asked questions for MBA interview Tell me something about yourself. Tell us something that is not mentioned in you CV or admission form. What do you most desire in your life? Why MBA? Why do you plan to change your stream from engineering/science/commerce to management? What specialization are you planning to take? (For Freshers) Why do you want to leave you job. (For Work-ex individuals) Which all institutes or B-Schools have you applied for? If you convert all your calls, which institute will you be joining and why? What is the difference between MBA and PGDM? What do you know about IIM Bill? What is the difference between diploma and degree? What are your strengths and weaknesses? Tell us something about you hobbies and interests. What was you favorite subject in your Under Graduation and why? (For Freshers) Tell us some good qualities of a manager. What are you short term and long term goals. Describe a situation when things didn't went as you planned. What did yo

Here are some of the tips that may help you get ahead of your competitors and lead you to your dream college: Practise , Practise and Practise: You read it right. This is the best way to make yourself comfortable with the actual situation you will be in. The more you practise, the simpler it becomes for you to adjust in the interview room. Formal attire is the key to make a first good impression.  Body Language is crucial: The way you sit, talk and present your views will either make or break the interview. Always smile, no matter in how tough spot you are in don't let the interviewer know that you are nervous. Be prepared in advance: If you are a fresher, know your projects and courses that you have studied. You may be tested on any of the concept you read in your previous institution. If you are a working professional, be thorough with the projects that you lead or was part of as well as your role and responsibilities. Don't hesitate to clear your doubts

Throughput Time Throughput time is the time required to convert raw materials into finished goods. This also applies to the processing of raw materials into a component or sub-assembly. the time is accounted right from when it first enters manufacturing until it exits manufacturing. Throughput time includes the following: Processing time: Time required to transform raw materials into finished goods. Inspection time: Time required to inspect raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods at different stages of production process. Move time: Time spent to move items in and out of the manufacturing area and between workstations in the production area. Queue time: Waiting time prior to the processing, inspection & moving activities. Throughput time mainly focuses on reducing for a manufacturing process to complete. The amount of throughput flowing through a system can be increased and thus increase profitability.         Throughput = Net sales - Totally Vari