Program Project Manager Interview Questions
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Program Project Manager interview questions shared by candidates
Explain recursion to a 3 year old
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Recursion is like a stem on broccoli. Breaking off each stem is simply reducing the whole by using smaller parts of itself. Less
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The behvioral based questions used the STAR format, (Situation, Task, Action, Result.) This allows the interviewer to gather information about a specific capacity that the job requires. Situation: The interviewer wants you to present a recent challenge and situation in which you found yourself. Task: What did you have to achieve? The interviewer will be looking to see what you were trying to achieve from the situation. Action: What did you do? The interviewer will be looking for information on what you did, why you did it and what the alternatives were. Result: What was the outcome of your actions? What did you achieve through your actions and did you meet your objectives? What did you learn from this experience and have you used this learning since?
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I gave specific, detailed examples. The interviewer is looking for past experience, not theory. Less
Why should we hire you?
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I have experience and I love the challenge this opportunity presents
The standard behavioral questions. Technical questions about my internships. Technical questions over class materials. I am mechanical, so fluid dynamics and machine design.
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STAR Method. (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
How would you handle a situation where you had to ship product with known quality issues to meet schedule.
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When I realized this was a common activity I declined.
What would be your 60 day plan?
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1. Meet with team and affirm and common understanding of the mission, and project goals moving forward 2. Start building relationships with stakeholders 3. Determine reporting standards/formatting (if not already in place) 4. Gain familiarity with applications/tools utilized by the team 5. Speak with resources across the area to see what their pain points are 6. Get to know the development team and their motivators Less