SMU Interview Questions
& Process
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and how the experience turned out.
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at SMU.
SMU
Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview was in person and the people were friendly. They made me feel comfortable even though I didn't get the job. The location was convenient, but I've heard that the workload there is pretty heavy.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- What are my salary expectations?
- What are my long-term intentions?
- What is my knowledge of data analysis?
SMU
Graduate Student
Intern Average Neutral experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Group
Interview formats
Group
It was a good experience for students during the interview. The focus wasn't on the answers but on how you shared your train of thought during the interview. Grades weren't looked at much; it was purely based on whether we could speak up during the group interview. I would say it definitely differs with each interviewer.
Confirmed questions0 questions
No confirmed questions were included in this interview report.
SMU
Admin Executive
Entry Average Neutral experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview lasted about 45 minutes and was quite manageable, following the standard procedure. The interviewer was friendly and directly discussed the job responsibilities. Overall, it went well.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What motivated your decision to seek a new job?
SMU
Admissions Counselor
Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview progress was divided into two steps. The first step was with the team it self which I thought was irrelevant and they do have say in your hiring decision. Then the final interview is with the main head of your department. Overall the process took about two weeks.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Why are you choosing SMU.
SMU Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from SMU interview reports.
“If you were stranded on a desert island, what card game would you choose to play?”
Read reports →“Can you explain what stp is?”
Read reports →“Why are you choosing SMU.”
Read reports →“What makes you want to join SMU?”
Read reports →“How do you keep yourself informed about the latest developments in design?”
Read report →“What are your reasons for pursuing an MBA at SMU Cox?”
Read report →“What are my long-term intentions?”
Read report →“What was your previous grade?”
Read report →“What is my knowledge of data analysis?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
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