1249. Why did you choose your university major?

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Can you tell me about the factors that influenced your decision to pursue the major you took in university?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Decision-making : Shows your ability to make choices aligned with personal and professional goals.

  • 2. Self-awareness : Demonstrates an understanding of personal interests and strengths.

  • 3. Goal-orientation : Reflects on how university education choices were made in consideration of future career paths.

  • 4. Strategic planning : Indicates ability to plan educational pathways to support career objectives.

Purpose
  • 1. Understanding values : Assesses whether the candidate's values and choices align with the company’s expectations.

  • 2. Evaluating career alignment : Determines if the candidate's university education logically leads to a career as a Financial Analyst.

  • 3. Analyzing problem-solving approach : Explores how the candidate approaches complex decisions such as choosing a university major.

  • 4. Identifying long-term vision : Reveals if the candidate possesses foresight in planning for the future.


Hints
  • 1. Relate to the role : Align your educational choices with the skills and knowledge that are applicable to a Financial Analyst role.

  • 2. Discuss influences : Mention mentors, courses, internships, or personal experiences that guided your decision.

  • 3. Link education to personal growth : Explain how your major helped develop your work ethic or other soft skills valuable in the workplace.

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Topics: 
Work Ethic
Culture Fit
Roles: 
Financial Analyst
Companies: 
Apple
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