【正文】 an apply in my future industry. As you will discover if you talk to my supervisors, my ability to work effectively is much more reflective of my future potential than is my GPA. See also this page of our Job Interviewing Tutorial. 37. What plans do you have for continued study? An advanced degree? Sample excellent response:I plan to continue my education for the rest of my life. In any technologyrelated field, keeping up to date through continuing education is of the utmost importance. Continuing education can include onthejob training, courses sponsored by the employer, and courses taken in new technologies as they emerge. I plan to be not only a career employee but a career student so that I can be the best information systems analyst I can be. I will ensure, however, that any education I pursue not only doesn39。t interfere with my job or the pany39。s policies, but will enhance my value as an employee. See also this page of our Job Interviewing Tutorial. 38. Before you can make a productive contribution to the pany, what degree of training do you feel you will require? Sample excellent response:My background has been focused on preparing me for the financial consulting industry, so I can be productive right away. I already have obtained the educational credentials and skills to allow me to bee an immediate asset to Merrill Lynch. After interning for a semester, I am well aware of the shared beliefs of the organization and its corporate values. I already have a very good working knowledge of the financial consulting business. I am confident of my ability to get up to speed quickly in any assignment with which I39。m not familiar. See also this page of our Job Interviewing Tutorial. 39. Describe the characteristics of a successful manager. Sample excellent response:A successful manager should have the vision and capabilities to formulate strategies to reach his or her objectives and municate these ideas to his or her team members. In addition to serving as a positive role model for coworkers, successful managers must also be capable of inspiring others to recognize, develop, and apply their talents to their utmost potential to reach a mon goal. These are the traits I hope to demonstrate when I39。m a manager. See also this page of our Job Interviewing Tutorial. 40. Why did you decide to seek a position in this field? Sample excellent response:I want to work in the marketing and PR industry because ever since I took my first marketing course in college, I have felt very passionate toward the industry and cannot imagine myself doing anything else.41. Tell me what you know about our pany. Sample excellent response:You39。re large and respected worldwide. You39。re both a clinical and teaching hospital. Over the last 60 to 70 years you39。ve produced awardwinning research. In reviewing your Web site, I39。ve familiarized myself with many of your corporate goals and objectives. [Submitted by Judy] See also this page of our Job Interviewing Tutorial. 42. Why did you decide to seek a position in this pany? Sample excellent response:I am convinced that there would be no better place to work than Accenture. You are the top consulting firm in the United States. You provide your employees with the tools they need to stay petitive and sharpen their skills while working in an open, teambased environment. I am also aware that you provide a mentor for all new employees, and I would embrace any opportunity to work with a mentor and eventually bee one myself. See also this page of our Job Interviewing Tutorial. 43. Do you have a geographic preference? Sample excellent response:Although I would prefer to stay in the MidAtlantic area, I would not rule out other possibilities. 44. Why do you think you might like to live in the munity in which our pany is located? Sample excellent response:Just a few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to spend several days in your munity, and I fell in love with it. I love the fact that you have a thriving riverfront. I39。m impressed with the many cultural opportunities here opera, theater, art, and independent films. I39。ve also already bee a fan of the Saints and the other sports teams based here. I have conducted significant Internet research on this city, so I am quite fortable with your location. 45. Would it be a problem for you to relocate? Sample excellent response:I39。m open to opportunities within the pany。 if those opportunities involve relocation, I would certainly consider it. 46. To what extent would you be willing to travel for the job? Sample excellent response:I am more than willing to travel. I understand the importance of going above and beyond the call of duty to satisfy customer requests is sometimes required and that Merrill Lynch39。s customer focus belief means that travel is expected in some circumstances. I am willing to make this mitment to do whatever it takes to develop that longterm relationship with a small business or client. It is only through this relationship that loyalty can be maintained and financial gains and growth can occur for both the client and Merrill Lynch. It is my understanding from other financial consultants that I have interviewed at Merrill Lynch that this occurs maybe one or two times a month. 47. Which is more important to you, the job itself or your salary? Sample excellent response:A salary mensurate with my experience and skills is important, but it39。s only one piece of the package. Many other elements go into making up a pensation package, but more importantly, it39。s critical to me to enjoy what I39。m doing, fit into the corporate culture, and feel I39。m making a genuine contribution. See also this page of our Job Interviewing Tutorial. 48. What level of pensation would it take to make you happy? Sample excellent response:I am not depending on money to make me happy. What makes me happy is having a satisfying job that provides challenge and new s