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      Business Analyst Interview

      Jan 2, 2010
      Anonymous employee
      Minneapolis, MN
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Difficult interview

      Application

      The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Target (Minneapolis, MN) in Nov 2009

      Interview

      I applied online not expecting much, but received a phone call a week later. We set up a time for a brief phone interview the following day (simple questions - why Target, why the position, background experiences, etc.). That led to online IQ/Intelligence Tests and Skills Tests (mostly logic and data analysis tests), and a S.A.R. phone interview the next day - 4 questions. Led to a final in-person interview offer a few weeks later. The final interview is an office visit that started at 9:30am and went until 5pm with about 40 other candidates for BA positions (candidates are all in the same room, at tables of 4). The day consisted of a company overview, Minneapolis overview, position shadowing, lunch, two 1:1 30 minute interviews with senior management (with a host who will walk you around to the interview locations, aid in paperwork that needs to be filled out, and any additional questions), a building tour, and a wine & cheese reception to cap the day. If you are from out of town, the following morning you have the option to attend a 2 bus hour tour of the city to inform you further about Minneapolis. Overall, it is an excellent, very organized and detailed interview process. Helpful Pointers: 1.) Do your research - Know the company inside and out ... there are many opportunities to stand out within the day in casual social settings, and if you prepare well, you'll feel more confident through the day and it's a great way to impress even more that you spent the time to know everything about the company. 2.) Adding to that point, know the culture of the company - Target has a very distinct style and vibe, know it going in. If it's a fit with your personal style, you can really emphasize that throughout the day. 3.) Look the part - This should be a given, but definitely dress up and in style. More so that other places, I feel Target places an emphasis on appearance. It's a young workforce, and they want stylish, well-groomed individuals. Spend the extra money to get that suit to look like a million dollars on you. And just a style tip I've noticed - don't go to an interview in a black suit, your not going to a funeral. 4.) Act the part - Be talkative, friendly, outgoing, courteous, and have proper manners. As I mentioned before, there are many opportunities within the day to speak-up, ask questions, and show that you want the job. You're interviewing with a handful of other people, so do your best to be remembered. 5.) The interview is really 3 ways - It's about Target learning and connecting with you, as well as you learning and connecting with Target. And additionally, with so many other interviewees, you have a chance to connect and learn more about them.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Most all interview questions in the 1:1 are S.A.R. questions, Situation-Actions-Results. Go into the interview day with at least 10 stories that you can alter to the questions asked. Here are some good sites for example questions: http://www.quintcareers.com/sample_behavioral.html http://jobsearch.about.com/cs/interviews/a/behavioral.htm Specific Question I received: Tell me about a time where something did not go as planned, how you reacted to it, and what the result was.
      1 Answer
      11

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      Business Analyst Interview

      Dec 14, 2024
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      No offer
      Neutral experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Target

      Interview

      It consisted of a phone screen with HR followed by 30-minute virtual interviews with three others. Overall, the process was pretty smooth. I was surprised there was no in-person portion.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Very much follow a scripted style interview with set questions, did not feel conversational
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      Business Analyst Interview

      Nov 26, 2024
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      Minneapolis, MN
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Target (Minneapolis, MN) in Sep 2024

      Interview

      had the first interview but I know there were three steps in total. When I got scheduled for the next round it was the technical interview with a panel of three team members from their IT department. I did not move on to the final and third round interview.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Tell me about yourself and how do you fit in this role?
      1 Answer

      Business Analyst Interview

      Jun 12, 2024
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      Declined offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Target

      Interview

      First-round: HR phone screening focused on sharing background information and interest in role Second-round: Interview with hiring manager to discuss team structure, role responsibilities, and firm culture in greater detail Third-round: Technical assessment and multiple behavioral interviews with team members

      Interview questions [1]

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      What are you looking for in your next role?
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      Jobs at Target

      27 jobs in United States
      Store Director (Store Manager) - Kokomo, IN
      Kokomo, IN
      ·
      $106K - $212K /yr
      (Employer provided)
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      Senior Analyst-Planning & Inventory Management Operations (A&A - Projects) (Minneapolis)
      Minneapolis, MN
      ·
      $73K - $132K /yr
      (Employer provided)
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      Sr Analyst Planning & Inventory Operations - Modern System Activation & Support
      Minneapolis, MN
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      $73K - $132K /yr
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      Executive Team Leader Food & Beverage Sales (Assistant Manager Grocery)- Dallas, TX
      Dallas, TX
      ·
      $64K - $128K /yr
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      Senior Analyst Planning & Inventory Management Operations (Discretionary SSA, Minneapolis)
      Minneapolis, MN
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      $73K - $132K /yr
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      Target interviews FAQs

      • Business Analyst applicants have rated the interview process at Target with 2.9 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 70% positive. To compare, the company-average is 67.2% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
      • Candidates applying for Business Analyst roles take an average of 18 days to get hired, when considering 174 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Target overall takes an average of 14 days.
      • Common stages of the interview process at Target as a Business Analyst according to 174 Glassdoor interviews include:

        One on one interview:  21%

        Phone interview:  16%

        Personality test:  13%

        Skills test:  13%

        Drug test:  11%

        Background check:  11%

        IQ intelligence test:  9%

        Group panel interview:  3%

        Presentation:  1%

        Other:  1%

      • Here are the most commonly searched roles for interview reports -

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        2. Sales Associate(3590) ;
        3. Sales Floor Team Member(2262) ;
        4. Sales Associate/Cashier(2096) ;
        5. Guest Advocate(1944) ;
        6. Team Leader(1381) ;
        7. Style Consultant(1364) ;
        8. Executive Team Leader(1348) ;
        9. Barista(1324) ;
        10. General Merchandise Expert(1232) ;
        11. Fulfillment Associate(1030) ;
        12. Fulfillment Expert(945) ;
        13. Team Member(893) ;
        14. Retail Sales Associate(834) ;
        15. Warehouse Worker(749) .


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