What kind of questions usually come up in the MIT MFin video interview?how to prepare for it?

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What kind of questions usually come up in the MIT MFin video interview?how  to prepare for it?

Isha B · Accepted Answer

The MIT MFin video interview can be tricky because it&rsquo;s automated &mdash; no live panel, just a question and a countdown.
&bull; Expect a mix of &ldquo;Why MFin?&rdquo;, &ldquo;Why MIT?&rdquo; and scenario-based ones like mediating a disagreement in a group project or delivering under a tight deadline. &bull; Short technical questions might ask you to explain concepts like duration, option pricing basics, or a current market event. &bull; One or two prompts may test quick calculation skills &mdash; simple probability or time-value-of-money style problems. &bull; Practice answering in 1&ndash;2 minutes, keeping structure tight: context, what you did, and outcome. &bull; Prepare 5&ndash;6 strong stories that show leadership, problem-solving, adaptability, and analytical thinking.
Combining mock recordings with real market knowledge makes it easier to stay calm under the timer and deliver answers that show both competence and genuine motivation for MIT.
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Ishaan M · Answer

MIT MFin video interviews often mix behavioral, motivational, and light technical questions to test both communication skills and program fit.
 Common prompts include &ldquo;Why MIT MFin?&rdquo;, &ldquo;Tell us about a time you solved a complex problem&rdquo;, and &ldquo;Describe a recent finance trend that interests you&rdquo;. Occasionally, there&rsquo;s a short mental math or market-related question to check quick thinking. The format is pre-recorded, so answers need to be concise and structured without real-time feedback.
 Preparation works best if you record yourself answering typical questions and review tone, clarity, and timing. For behavioral questions, share specific stories with a clear beginning, what action you took, and the result. Research recent MFin projects, electives, and faculty so your answers sound program-specific. For finance-related prompts, stay updated on market trends and practice explaining complex ideas in under two minutes. MIT values clear, logical communication as much as technical skill, so both should come through.