TOP QUESTIONS ASKED DURING AN INTERVIEW WITH StanbicIBTC
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StanbicIBTC
QUESTIONS:
1. Why StanbicIBTC?
Tip: Like we have always said on JarusHub, this is the opportunity to effectively praise the firm and reel out the reasons why you prefer StanbicIBTC to other banks – cogent and well-thought reasons. Not hackneyed statements, the recruiters have heard same all day. Make it unique and concise. Additionally, garnish your adulation and reasons for the bank with facts. This is another way of asking: Why should we hire you?
2. Discuss an economic policy recently initiated by the government?
Tip: Your knowledge about the economy is tested here, ditto how you discuss economic activity. The policy must not be about the banking system, but rather other sectors. Here, you are expected to display objectivity and fluidity (factually) with economic issues. Banks are an integral part of the economy and it is necessary for would-be employees to be able to express themselves articulately on economic matters. The recruiters want to see this attitude.
3. Tell me about your previous role?
Tip: Here, you reel out the most important and relevant aspect of you role/designation and explain how they aid in the present role you desire in the bank. Discuss necessary day-day duties, but do not talk to the extent you reveal both irrelevant or unwarranted dealings as you might be seen as a chatterbox or someone who cannot guard company’s secrets. Expect follow-up question from your explanation.
4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Tip: Your strengths should align with the bank’s principles and the industry. Speak of a strength that can be harnessed and further developed while adding value to the firm and yourself. Are you a customer’s relations’ individual who goes all the way to please clients? This is the time to exhibit such a strength.
On the other hand, your weaknesses should not be ethical related. Rather, it should be something you can deal with and does not affect them organisation negatively even though it is not advised. For instance, “I prefer to work in solitude as I get a better attention to the work. However, in an environment that is team-work dependent, such is not a good way to work. As a result, I have been working on it, an example was when I partnered my colleagues to execute a project. Although I could have done it alone, but by collaborating with colleagues, we were faster as ideas were generated”. Here, you acknowledge your weakness – working alone – and is willing to solve the issue – while giving an instance. By answering this, you have avoided most follow-up questions.
5. Tell me something that is not on your CV?
Tip: What differentiates you from the next person – uniquely? You have the same grades, performed well in the tests and other recruitment stages. But the recruiters want to know what makes you different. Are an avid pianist? Volley baller? Shakespearean? Scrabbler? Lover of folk music? Now is the time to mention it. Just keep it simple and be truthful. Expect follow-up questions from your responses.
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