CICC Research Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 10 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at CICC.
CICC
Research Assistant
Entry Easy Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Background check
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
The process was pretty straightforward: they kept asking about the DCF model, and probed into my previous research logic and data rationale to get a sense of my investment logic. There were also some typical behavioral questions thrown in.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Could you start by introducing yourself, covering your academic background and previous experiences?
- Could you walk me through the logic and data rationale behind your past research?
- What is your investment logic?
CICC
Research
Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Group Technical screen Phone screen Phone screen
Interview formats
Group Technical Behavioral
The interview process started with a non-leader group discussion moderated by HR. Since no one spoke first, I took the initiative and was selected for the next stage. This was followed by a written exam, then an interview with a researcher, and finally an interview with a leader, possibly an MD. They mentioned it's not a gap internship, but I declined the offer because I heard people often get fired in previous years when the market was bad.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you walk me through your resume?
- What is your opinion on the IPO price?
CICC
Research
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Case Behavioral
The whole interview process felt like a case interview. They had me pick an industry and then asked a lot of questions about it. My interviewer was really nice though, and explained anything I didn't know. I think he spoke more than I did. Just be yourself and ask questions when you're confused.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How would you handle a situation where your boyfriend disapproves of your job?
CICC Research Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from CICC interview reports.
“What is the formula for computing EBIT?”
Read reports →“What is the relationship between the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow Statement?”
Read reports →“What is your opinion on the IPO price?”
Read reports →“Can you explain the DCF model?”
Read reports →“What methods would you use to assess a company's value?”
Read report →“We can't offer you the salary you're looking for. What's the lowest salary you would accept?”
Read report →“How would you handle a situation where your boyfriend disapproves of your job?”
Read report →“Why would you recommend this particular company?”
Read report →“What is your investment logic?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 10 CICC interview reports.