HSBC Capability Questions

1. At HSBC we are looking for graduates and interns who are passionate about
working for us and have a genuine interest in our industry. Please tell us
about your interest in the role that you have applied for and HSBC. Please
address the following questions in your response:
Why are you interested in the role at HSBC?
What specifically have you done that demonstrates your interest in this
role and HSBC?
2. At HSBC we are looking for graduates and interns who are passionate about
working for us and have a genuine interest in our industry. Please tell us
about your interest in the role that you have applied for and HSBC. Please
address the following questions in your response:
Why are you interested in the role at HSBC?
What specifically have you done that demonstrates your interest in this
role and HSBC?
3. At HSBC our objective is to be the world's leading international bank. In all
that we do, we also must consider the potential risks.

In your opinion, what are the top three risks facing HSBC globally and
why?

4. One of our values at HSBC is "courageous integrity" which is about doing the
right thing.
Please describe a situation when you have challenged a decision or an action
you felt was wrong. Please consider the following questions in your response:

What was the situation?

Why did you challenge the person?
What challenges did you face in doing this?
What approach did you take and why did you choose this approach?
How did they react to your challenge?
What was the direct result of your involvement?
What did you learn from this experience?

RBS Competency Question

1. The reason you applied - We would like to know why you think this
programme is the right programme for you. Please tell us what
excites you about the programme and why you think that it is a good
fit with your future aspirations. (2048 characters / 250 words max)