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StrategyStart here. 8 questions · ~64 min
Resume WalkthroughEasy

Present a concise, structured resume walkthrough that connects your experience to the Research Analyst role at Baird.

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Current Event EngagementMedium

Evaluates your ability to connect current events to policy-relevant analysis.

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Most Pressing Issue in Policy ResearchMedium

Assesses your policy judgment and ability to identify high-impact issues.

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Statistics & Probability3 questions · ~24 min
Statistical Analysis Software ExperienceMedium

Evaluates hands-on statistical tooling and practical analysis experience.

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Controlling Variables in a StudyHard

Tests study design rigor and your understanding of confounding variables.

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Interpreting Findings From a GraphMedium

Evaluates your ability to interpret data visualizations and communicate conclusions clearly.

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Behavioral & Leadership37 questions · ~296 min
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More topics2 questions · ~16 min
Month-End Close ProcessHard

Explain a controlled month-end close, including reconciliations, accruals, variance analysis, review, and GAAP financial statement completion.

Accounting FundamentalsFinancial Statementsfinancial processesAEI
Building a P&L and StrategyHard

Evaluates your ability to translate a business strategy into a structured profit and loss statement.

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