What are your strengths?

This is one of those generic interview questions that you are less likely to get in banking interviews.  If you do get this question, this is one of your best opportunities to make your case that you’d be a good banker.  Some of the skills that you probably want to highlight include your analytical/quantitative skills (especially for an Analyst), communication skills (especially for an Associate), ability to learn quickly, detail orientedness and ability to work really hard.  You should definitely be prepared to back up what you state as your strengths, using one or two concrete examples from past jobs or school.