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upGrad Senior Admission Counsellor Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 31 Jul 2024

upGrad Senior Admission Counsellor Interview Experiences

5 interviews found

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your name
  • Ans. 

    My name is John Smith.

    • My first name is John

    • My last name is Smith

    • I go by the name John Smith

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your passion
  • Ans. 

    My passion lies in helping students navigate the college admissions process and achieve their academic and career goals.

    • I enjoy building relationships with students and guiding them towards making informed decisions about their future.

    • I find fulfillment in assisting students in discovering their strengths, interests, and aspirations.

    • I am dedicated to staying updated on college admissions trends and best practices to be...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the difference between Sales and Marketing .
  • Ans. 

    Sales focuses on direct selling and closing deals, while marketing involves creating awareness and generating interest in a product or service.

    • Sales involves one-on-one interactions with potential customers to persuade them to make a purchase.

    • Marketing involves creating strategies to reach a target audience, build brand awareness, and generate leads.

    • Sales is more focused on short-term goals and immediate revenue genera...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Where do you find your yourself in next 5 Years
  • Ans. 

    In five years, I envision myself as a leading expert in admissions, contributing to strategic initiatives and mentoring new counselors.

    • I aim to develop and implement innovative admission strategies that enhance student recruitment and retention.

    • I plan to take on leadership roles within the admissions team, guiding and mentoring junior counselors to foster their professional growth.

    • I hope to collaborate with academic de...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Give introduction about yourself
  • Q4. Why you want to join Upgrad
  • Ans. 

    I want to join Upgrad to contribute to innovative education solutions and empower learners in their career journeys.

    • Passion for Education: I believe in the transformative power of education and want to help learners achieve their goals.

    • Innovative Environment: Upgrad's focus on technology-driven learning aligns with my vision of modern education.

    • Impactful Role: As a Senior Admission Counsellor, I can directly influence ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is Upgrad?

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Q3. What is the difference between Sales and Marketing?

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Past experience and Sales pitch

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and have knowledge about past experience

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Sell me the chips packet which opened in a train
  • Q2. Sell me the smartphone which customer holds already new smart phone
  • Ans. 

    Upgrade your smartphone experience with the latest technology and features.

    • Our new smartphone offers faster processing speeds for seamless multitasking.

    • The camera has improved resolution and advanced features for stunning photos and videos.

    • The battery life is longer, so you can stay connected all day without worrying about charging.

    • The design is sleek and modern, making it a stylish accessory for any outfit.

    • With the la...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. About yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be smart and be cool while you give the answers

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Sales Pitch
  • Q2. Most common objection handling questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Its very cool interview.. they make you relax by asking few FAQs

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I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Sales process and team handling
  • Q2. Calls till demo and closure
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Sales process and team handling
  • Q2. Calls till closure and weekly achievement

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident while speaking
Ensure you show yourself as a process oriented guy
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Why are you choosing sales?
  • Ans. 

    I choose sales because it combines my passion for building relationships with my drive to achieve results and contribute to business growth.

    • Sales allows me to connect with diverse clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.

    • I thrive in dynamic environments; sales challenges me to adapt and innovate continuously.

    • My previous role in sales led to a 30% increase in revenue through strategic client e...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are your strengths ans weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    I excel in strategic thinking and team leadership, while I am working on improving my delegation skills.

    • Strength: Strategic Thinking - I successfully led a project that increased efficiency by 30% through innovative process redesign.

    • Strength: Team Leadership - I foster a collaborative environment, resulting in a 15% increase in team productivity over the last year.

    • Weakness: Delegation - I tend to take on too much mysel...

  • Answered by AI
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Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About experience
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary expectation
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

  • Q1. What is your vision and plans to achieve your goals
  • Ans. 

    My vision is to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, driving strategic initiatives to achieve organizational excellence.

    • Establish clear, measurable goals aligned with the company's mission, such as increasing market share by 15% within two years.

    • Implement regular team workshops to encourage creative problem-solving and enhance team dynamics, similar to Google's '20% time' initiative.

    • Leverage data analytics...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How can you add value
  • Ans. 

    I can add value through strategic leadership, process optimization, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

    • Implement data-driven decision-making to enhance operational efficiency, e.g., using analytics to streamline supply chain processes.

    • Develop and mentor team members to build a high-performing team, e.g., conducting regular training sessions and performance reviews.

    • Foster cross-departmental collabor...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Aug 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interview by CH about self brief and all.
  • Ans. Explained about self, education and experience.
  • Answered by Nitesh Maheshwari
Round 3 - Assignment 

Marketing plan and strategy to be used. In short tools of marketing and customer satisfaction.

upGrad Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in upGrad Senior Admission Counsellor interview?
upGrad interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the upGrad interview process are HR and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for upGrad Senior Admission Counsellor 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 upGrad. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at upGrad expect are Admission Counselling, Counselling, Inside Sales, Business Development and Education Counseling.
What are the top questions asked in upGrad Senior Admission Counsellor interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the upGrad Senior Admission Counsellor interview -

  1. Sell me the smartphone which customer holds already new smart ph...read more
  2. Sell me the chips packet which opened in a tr...read more
  3. What is the difference between Sales and Marketin...read more

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