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80 Banking Branch Manager Questions And Answers

42⟩ Explain me what are the different types of ‘Fixed Deposits'?

There are two different types of ‘Fixed Deposits'

Special Term Deposits: In this type of ‘Fixed Deposits', the earned interest on the deposit is added to the principal amount and compounded quarterly. This amount is accumulated and repaid with the principal amount on maturity of the deposit.

Ordinary Term Deposits: In this type of ‘Fixed Deposits', the earned credit is credited to the investor's account, once in a quarter. In some cases, interest may be credited on a monthly basis.

The earned interest on fixed deposits is non-taxable. You can also take a loan against your fixed deposit.

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43⟩ Explain what is ILOC (Irrevocable Letter Of Credit)?

It is a letter of credit or a contractual agreement between financial institute (Bank) and the party to which the letter is handed. The ILOC letter cannot be cancelled under any circumstance and, guarantees the payment to the party. It requires the bank to pay against the drafts meeting all the terms of ILOC. It is valid upto the stated period of time. For example, if a small business wanted to contract with an overseas supplier for a specified item they would come to an agreement on the terms of the sale like quality standards and pricing, and ask their respective banks to open a letter of credit for the transaction. The buyer's bank would forward the letter of credit to the seller's bank, where the payment terms would be finalized and the shipment would be made.

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44⟩ Explain me what experience do you have with respects to this particular BANK BRANCH MANAGER position?

Ever since my first paper route at age 10 I've been doing something to keep myself busy and earn money. Back then, it was obviously about earning some spending money. What I didn't realize was that I was actually starting the journey of establishing what I liked to do and how I fit in to the grand scheme of things. I then worked as a junior computer tech in my last 2 summers of high school. It was here that I discovered what I was passionate about and what I wanted to do. I enrolled in college to get my degree in computer sciences, and I have been working around technology ever since.

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45⟩ Explain me are you comfortable reprimanding employees for negative behaviors? If so, can you provide your approach to discipline?

Yes, I am comfortable reprimanding employees if they engage in behaviors that have a negative impact on the company. It can be awkward, but it is necessary if someone refuses to perform the job properly since his or her performance is a reflection of your managerial aptitude. I believe a minor infraction warrants a warning. An intermediate infraction warrants a write-up. If an employee fails to improve or commits a serious infraction, termination or suspension may be considered. I have never had to discharge an employee on those grounds, but I have had to issue warnings and write ups.

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46⟩ Do you know what is ‘Availability Float'?

Availability Float is a time difference between deposits made, and the funds are actually available in the account. It is time to process a physical cheque into your account.

For example, you have $20,000 already in your account and a cheque of another $10,000 dollar is deposited in your account but your account will show balance of $20,000 instead of $30,000 till your $10,000 dollar cheque is cleared this processing time is known as availability float.

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47⟩ Explain me do you have any previous management experience, or will this be your first job in a managerial position?

I do have previous experience as a manager. At my first job in this industry, it was my responsibility to manage a team of tellers. I was responsible for ensuring that all banking regulations were followed, and if workers had any concerns or questions, I was responsible for intervening. Under my watch, productivity soared and the turnover rate decreased. At my second job, I was a front-end manager at a grocery store. I oversaw a team of cashiers and baggers and ensured that customers remained satisfied. Both of these jobs provided me with a great deal of management and supervisory experience.

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48⟩ As you know our work is always changing. As such, what have you done with regards to personal development when it comes to our posted BANK BRANCH MANAGER POSITION in the last 12 months?

That is a really great question. While I haven't had the opportunity to develop within this particular role per se, I have actually become very involved in my local foodbank this year. This has taught me a great deal about community, teamwork, and taking initiative.

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49⟩ Suppose I'm going to give you a list of five things. While they're all important, tell me the one thing that is most important to you in making your next career move. Is it money, recognition, stability, challenge, or environment?

There is no right answer to this question. If you're hiring a sales person, you really want them to say money, although few actually will. What's critical is how the answer fits in with what you already know about the candidate. If the person has legitimately been laid off repeatedly throughout his or her career, perhaps due to company closures or lack of work, it makes perfect sense for stability to be the response. If the person says challenge, but has held the same level of responsibility for the last 10 years, he's pulling your leg.

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50⟩ Where have you come from and what is famous in your city?

The candidate must tell about his place of living- city and state. If the board further asks about any specifications, then name of the district etc. should be told. He/she must tell about the famous things of his place. For ex:- a candidate from Lucknow may tell about Imambara, chicken clothes, “tehzeeb” of Lucknow etc. The key things to deal this question effectively are:-

The candidate must know about the local MLA and MP from his area. If any renowned personality belongs to that area, you should be aware of the details.

He must have full knowledge about that place, its history, famous monuments, personalities, rivers, at times even number of railway stations in the city etc., also about the politics of that state-CM and ruling party and all other nitty gritties of his place.

For ex: - A candidate from Ghazipur, U.P. was asked about cultivation of “Poppy seeds” as Ghazipur is famous for cultivation of poppy seeds.

At times, questions about local politics are also put forward like a candidate, from Amethi was asked about the electoral battle between Rahul Gandhi and Kumar Vishwas form Amethi.

A good answer to such questions leaves a very positive impact on the board as it demonstrates your awareness about the surroundings and the fact that you are well prepared puts you ahead of others.

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51⟩ Explain me why do you want to join the banking industry?

To answer this question, you can say something like –“I want to join this industry because it can provide me a stable career with good growth prospects. It is one of the fastest growing sectors of the nation and provides great career opportunities.

There could be many other reasons for you wanting to join the bank industry for e.g. it is an honest organization, good working conditions, chances to directly interact with public etc. The choice of reason could be anything that suits you as a person.

This is a very commonly asked question and you must be prepared to answer it.

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52⟩ Tell me how do you approach the decision-making process? In other words, how do you make difficult decisions without the input of others?

I think about the outcome from a comprehensive perspective. I think about how the outcome will impact clients or customers, and if it will leave them with a positive impression of the company. I also think about how it will impact the workers and revenue. If I believe that a decision will make a positive impact in all three areas, I will usually say “yes.” If the decision will only benefit one person or lower sales, I will more than likely decline. To me, it is a matter of attempting to gauge the outcome of a situation.

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53⟩ Explain what is ‘Cheque Discount'?

Cheque discounting service is offered only by few banks. For instance, if you have a cheque of $3000 outstation and the cheque will take 7 seven days for clearance, then bank will offer you a service for early payment. The bank can make an early payment, but they will pay only for certain percentage of the actual amount, here they will pay you $2000 but they will charge interest on it and the remaining $1000 will be paid, once the outstation cheques get clear.

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55⟩ Do you know what is ‘Credit Check'?

A credit check or a credit report is done by the bank on a basis of an individual's financial credit. It is done in order to make sure that an individual is capable enough of meeting the financial obligation for its business or any other monetary transaction. The credit check is done keeping few aspects in concern like your liabilities, assets, income etc.

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56⟩ Explain me what is consumer bank?

Consumer bank is a new addition in the banking sector, such bank exist only in countries like U.S.A and Germany. This bank provides loans to their customer to buy T.V, Car, furniture etc. and give the option of easy payment through instalment.

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57⟩ Do you know what are the basic documents a person requires to open an account?

The RBI has advised banks to follow the Know Your Customer (KYC) guidelines where some personal information of the account holder is obtained by the bank. This information includes: - photograph, proof of identity and proof of address. In 2013, AADHAR cards and MNREGA cards are included in KYC papers. Without these documents a person can't open his account.

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58⟩ How Would You Describe Your Management Style as Bank Branch Manager?

One of the most common management job interview questions is going to be about your specific management style. There are various ways to answer this question. You may be tempted to share a specific management style, but the best answer to this question is, “I choose to adapt my management techniques based on the present situation, as work environments are constantly dynamic and often need to be handled in unique, novel ways.”

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59⟩ Explain me about the best boss you ever had?

Pay close attention to what made that boss the best in the candidate's mind. You have the chance to determine if the people in your organization will meet her standards. If she describes a supervisor who walked the floor daily and got involved in every project, and your management team sits behind closed doors, you may want to think twice about this hire. If she describes someone who never micro-managed and gave lots of opportunity for professional and personal development, then you need to be certain that you can provide an equal or better experience. Good people don't leave jobs; they leave people.

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60⟩ Explain what is commercial bank?

Commercial bank is owned by the group of individuals or by a member of Federal Reserve System. The commercial bank offer services to individuals, they are primarily concerned with receiving deposits and lending to business. Such bank earns money by imposing interest on the loan borrowed by the borrower. The money that is deposited by the customer will be used by the bank to give business loan, auto loan, mortgages and home repair loans.

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