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Updated 26 Jul 2025
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20 Interview questions

A Senior Data Processing Executive was asked 4d ago
Q. Suppose you have to reverse a string. Which index will print first when reversing?
Ans. 

Reversing a string involves printing characters from the end to the start, with the last index printed first.

  • To reverse 'hello', start from index 4 (last character 'o') and end at index 0 (first character 'h').

  • The reversed string of 'hello' is 'olleh'.

  • In Python, you can reverse a string using slicing: 'hello'[::-1] results in 'olleh'.

  • In Java, you can use StringBuilder: new StringBuilder('hello').reverse().toString...

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A Senior Data Processing Executive was asked 4d ago
Q. Write an SQL query to retrieve three columns where the age is between 30 and 40.
Ans. 

This SQL query retrieves three specific columns for individuals aged between 30 and 40.

  • Use the SELECT statement to specify the three columns you want to retrieve.

  • Utilize the WHERE clause to filter records based on the age range.

  • Example: SELECT name, age, email FROM users WHERE age BETWEEN 30 AND 40;

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A Senior Research Manager was asked 1mo ago
Q. Name some of the core methodologies or processes for your specific domain.
Ans. 

Core methodologies in research management include qualitative and quantitative approaches, data analysis, and project management techniques.

  • Qualitative Research: In-depth interviews and focus groups to gather insights (e.g., understanding patient experiences).

  • Quantitative Research: Surveys and experiments to collect numerical data (e.g., clinical trials measuring drug efficacy).

  • Mixed Methods: Combining qualitative...

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A Project Coordinator was asked 5mo ago
Q. What is the definition and purpose of market research?
Ans. 

Market research is the process of gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information about a market to make informed business decisions.

  • Market research helps businesses understand their target audience and competitors

  • It involves collecting data on consumer preferences, trends, and buying habits

  • The purpose is to identify opportunities, minimize risks, and optimize marketing strategies

  • Examples include surveys, focus...

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A Project Coordinator was asked 5mo ago
Q. What is the concept of mystery shopping?
Ans. 

Mystery shopping is a market research technique where individuals pose as regular customers to evaluate the quality of products and services.

  • Mystery shoppers are hired by companies to assess customer service, product quality, and overall customer experience.

  • They visit stores, restaurants, or other businesses anonymously and provide detailed feedback on their interactions.

  • The goal of mystery shopping is to identify...

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A Trainer Assessor was asked 7mo ago
Q. How do you calculate the area of a cube?
Ans. 

To calculate the area of a cube, you need to find the surface area of all six sides.

  • Find the area of one side by multiplying the length by the width

  • Since all sides of a cube are equal, multiply the area of one side by 6 to get the total surface area

  • Formula: Area = 6 * (side length)^2

  • Example: If the side length of a cube is 5 cm, the area would be 6 * (5)^2 = 150 cm^2

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Ipsos HR Interview Questions

11 questions and answers

Q. Why do you want to join Ipsos?
Q. What questions were asked regarding your work experience?
Q. Can you elaborate on your work experience?
An Associate Analyst was asked 7mo ago
Q. Write an SQL query using a subquery.
Ans. 

A subquery is a query nested within another SQL query, used to retrieve data based on the results of the outer query.

  • Subqueries can be used in SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, or DELETE statements.

  • Example: SELECT * FROM employees WHERE department_id IN (SELECT id FROM departments WHERE location = 'New York');

  • Subqueries can return single or multiple values.

  • They can be correlated (dependent on the outer query) or non-correla...

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A MMA was asked 8mo ago
Q. How do you evaluate your machine learning model?
Ans. 

Evaluate machine learning model by analyzing metrics like accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score, ROC curve, and confusion matrix.

  • Calculate accuracy to measure overall performance of the model.

  • Use precision to evaluate the proportion of true positive predictions among all positive predictions.

  • Consider recall to assess the proportion of true positive predictions among all actual positives.

  • Calculate F1 score as a bal...

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A MMA was asked 8mo ago
Q. What are the assumptions of Linear Regression?
Ans. 

Assumptions of Linear Regression

  • Linearity: The relationship between the independent and dependent variables is linear.

  • Independence: The residuals are independent of each other.

  • Homoscedasticity: The variance of residuals is constant across all levels of the independent variables.

  • Normality: The residuals are normally distributed.

  • No multicollinearity: The independent variables are not highly correlated with each othe...

A Research Analyst was asked 10mo ago
Q. What do you know about Ipsos?
Ans. 

Ipsos is a global market research and consulting firm known for providing data and insights to help clients make informed decisions.

  • Ipsos is one of the largest market research firms in the world.

  • It offers a wide range of research services including advertising research, customer satisfaction, and public opinion polling.

  • Ipsos conducts surveys and studies to gather data on consumer behavior, market trends, and socia...

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Ipsos Interview Experiences

40 interviews found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. What is the definition and purpose of market research?
  • Ans. 

    Market research is the process of gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information about a market to make informed business decisions.

    • Market research helps businesses understand their target audience and competitors

    • It involves collecting data on consumer preferences, trends, and buying habits

    • The purpose is to identify opportunities, minimize risks, and optimize marketing strategies

    • Examples include surveys, focus grou...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What services does Ipsos provide?
  • Ans. 

    Ipsos provides market research and consulting services to help clients understand consumer behavior and trends.

    • Market research

    • Consulting services

    • Consumer behavior analysis

    • Trend analysis

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is the concept of mystery shopping?
  • Ans. 

    Mystery shopping is a market research technique where individuals pose as regular customers to evaluate the quality of products and services.

    • Mystery shoppers are hired by companies to assess customer service, product quality, and overall customer experience.

    • They visit stores, restaurants, or other businesses anonymously and provide detailed feedback on their interactions.

    • The goal of mystery shopping is to identify area...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is your knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office?
  • Ans. 

    Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with experience in creating presentations, reports, and spreadsheets.

    • Proficient in Microsoft Word for creating documents and reports

    • Skilled in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and creating spreadsheets

    • Experienced in Microsoft PowerPoint for creating presentations

    • Familiar with Microsoft Outlook for email communication and scheduling

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. Can you describe your most recent project?
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you elaborate on your work experience?
  • Ans. 

    I have 5 years of experience in analyzing large datasets to extract valuable insights and make data-driven decisions.

    • Analyzed customer behavior data to optimize marketing strategies

    • Built predictive models to forecast sales trends

    • Utilized machine learning algorithms to improve product recommendations

    • Presented findings to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What questions were asked regarding your work experience?
  • Ans. 

    Questions related to work experience in data science field.

    • Asked about previous projects worked on

    • Inquired about specific data analysis techniques used

    • Discussed challenges faced and how they were overcome

  • Answered by AI

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Nov 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the assumptions of Linear Regression?
  • Q2. How to evaluate your machine learning model?
  • Ans. 

    Evaluate machine learning model by analyzing metrics like accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score, ROC curve, and confusion matrix.

    • Calculate accuracy to measure overall performance of the model.

    • Use precision to evaluate the proportion of true positive predictions among all positive predictions.

    • Consider recall to assess the proportion of true positive predictions among all actual positives.

    • Calculate F1 score as a balance ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is R-Squared and Adjusted R Squared? Also brief about the difference?
  • Q2. Interpret the coefficients of Linear Regression and Binomial Logistic Regression?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just Prepare Excel, Python, SQL, and basic statistic concept.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Normal 10 Mcq questions

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Advantages and disadvantages of GenAl

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Sql query on subquery
  • Ans. 

    A subquery is a query nested within another SQL query, used to retrieve data based on the results of the outer query.

    • Subqueries can be used in SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, or DELETE statements.

    • Example: SELECT * FROM employees WHERE department_id IN (SELECT id FROM departments WHERE location = 'New York');

    • Subqueries can return single or multiple values.

    • They can be correlated (dependent on the outer query) or non-correlated (...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain about ur project

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - None , just do well and be calm
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview before Jul 2024, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Suppose you have to reverse a string, while reversing which index will print first.
  • Ans. 

    Reversing a string involves printing characters from the end to the start, with the last index printed first.

    • To reverse 'hello', start from index 4 (last character 'o') and end at index 0 (first character 'h').

    • The reversed string of 'hello' is 'olleh'.

    • In Python, you can reverse a string using slicing: 'hello'[::-1] results in 'olleh'.

    • In Java, you can use StringBuilder: new StringBuilder('hello').reverse().toString() gi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Write a sql query to get only 3 column with age range from 30 to 40.
  • Ans. 

    This SQL query retrieves three specific columns for individuals aged between 30 and 40.

    • Use the SELECT statement to specify the three columns you want to retrieve.

    • Utilize the WHERE clause to filter records based on the age range.

    • Example: SELECT name, age, email FROM users WHERE age BETWEEN 30 AND 40;

  • Answered by AI

Data Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Kaustubh J Tikotikar

posted on 31 Aug 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. About SQL basics such as difference between delete and truncate, and some basic definitions.
  • Q2. About Python basics such as list, tuple and all.
  • Q3. Basic questions about Excel.
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary Negotiation
  • Q2. About Company Work Culture

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Ipsos Data Analyst interview:
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Excel
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview went very smoothly and the interviewers were very friendly and understanding.

Data Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Vivek V Sirwal

posted on 9 Jul 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic aptitude questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. SQL basics questions like joins
  • Q2. Pandas basics for data manipulation

Data Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 16 Oct 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce youself
  • Q2. How are you suitable for this role
  • Q3. Explain your projects
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Nov 2024, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Introduce yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a passionate research intern with a background in biology and a keen interest in data analysis and scientific discovery.

    • Currently pursuing a degree in Biology with a focus on molecular genetics.

    • Completed a summer internship at XYZ Lab, where I assisted in research on gene editing techniques.

    • Skilled in data analysis using Python and R, with experience in statistical modeling.

    • Participated in a collaborative project ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why do you want to join ipsos
  • Ans. 

    I want to join Ipsos to contribute to impactful research that drives decision-making and enhances understanding of consumer behavior.

    • Ipsos is a global leader in market research, providing insights that shape strategies for businesses.

    • I admire Ipsos' commitment to innovation, such as using advanced analytics and technology to gather data.

    • The opportunity to work with diverse teams and clients across various industries ex...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What do you know about Ipsos?
  • Ans. 

    Ipsos is a global market research and consulting firm known for providing data and insights to help clients make informed decisions.

    • Ipsos is one of the largest market research firms in the world.

    • It offers a wide range of research services including advertising research, customer satisfaction, and public opinion polling.

    • Ipsos conducts surveys and studies to gather data on consumer behavior, market trends, and social iss...

  • Answered by AI

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Ipsos Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Ipsos interview?
Ipsos interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Ipsos interview process are One-on-one Round, Technical and HR.
How to prepare for Ipsos interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Ipsos. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Ipsos expect are Market Research, SQL, Consulting, Python and Research.
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  2. What is the definition and purpose of market resear...read more
  3. What is multicollinearity? How to tackle this conditi...read more
How long is the Ipsos interview process?

The duration of Ipsos interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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Overall Interview Experience Rating

3.9/5

based on 48 interview experiences

Difficulty level

Easy 19%
Moderate 81%

Duration

Less than 2 weeks 58%
2-4 weeks 32%
4-6 weeks 6%
More than 8 weeks 3%
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