Multiple rounds, and in some cases case study. It takes time to prepare on each business line based on MSCI website. Must know financial markets and competitors. Knowledge of statistics is a must such as VAR cVar etc. Financial modelling knowledge is a plus.
I applied online. The process took 2+ months. I interviewed at MSCI in Apr 2008
Interview
The hiring/interview was rather lengthy due to changes in the structure and composition of the team I was interviewing for. Initial phone interview led to a series of in person interviews. All told I met with 11 people before an offer was extended. Scheduling was difficult as I needed to meet with senior managers based overseas.
I was interviewed by a range of people at multiple levels (peer, middle manager, senior manager). It gave me a good idea of the team composition and the people I would be working with. Most interviews were casual and informational but all had some technical content questions. HR took me on a tour of the office and introduced me to people from other teams I did not interview with.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are the risk factors for an interest rate swap?
