Why did you choose the university you are attending, and are you satisfied with your decision so far?
The interviewers would like to know if the university you are currently attending is one that you are happy with and if you are absorbing as much as possible from your post-secondary education.
Be prepared to discuss what attracted you to your particular university and why. Suppose you had multiple choices of what school to attend. In that case, the reasons behind your final selection will be of interest to the interviewers. It will provide them with further insight into your decision-making process and the factors you value the most. Keep in mind that the response you provide will be a factor in determining if you are a fit for KPMG. For instance, if you mention that you chose your university because your best friends were going there, this would not be as compelling as expressing your keen interest in the university's educational offering.
"I chose XYZ University due to the small class sizes and their reputation for a strong business program. I also knew that the CPA designation approves of XYZ's University's accounting program. Therefore all my courses would be eligible for me to start the CPA stream upon graduation. Many XYZ University alumni I spoke with work for a Big 4 firm, another reason for my choice. All of these factors combined helped me to determine XYZ University as a top school for building future talent in the management consulting, accounting, tax, and finance space."
