I applied through other source. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Novartis in Aug 2009
Interview
Initial communication was via phone, then a 1:1 with the hiring manager, a 1:1 with manager's peer, a 1:1 with potential partner, and lastly a phone interview with an executive business director. It took approximately 4 weeks before an offer was extended. Have a good understanding of the market you will be selling in. I had my brag book prepared and shared my information, but didn't have to give them a copy of it.
I applied in-person. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Novartis (Amman) in Jan 2011
Interview
it started by giving a Cv, then around 5 Interviews, i started with the Hr, then with several First line managers, and was chosen by one of them to be in his team.
I applied online. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Novartis (North Houston, TX) in Mar 2010
Interview
Phone interview followed by scheduled face to face to basicly meet you in person and see what your communication skills and background were verbally, with of course bringing a brag book of accomplishments.