The way you approach this question will depend on if the opportunity requires a formal degree. If you do not hold a formal post-secondary degree, consider that there are many ways to gain an education. So, avoid underestimating the training you've received by stating that you don't have any education to discuss.

Whether formal (college, university courses, or career training modules) or informal education (self-learning, self-guided courses), Morgan Stanley wants assurance that you have the training and knowledge required to perform in this role successfully.

Your answer should assure the hiring managers that you have the skills and training to fulfill the role's duties and exceed expectations. Many of the skills we learn throughout our education are helpful for any situation. People skills and teamwork will help you to interact with your new coworkers. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills will help you analyze information, notice details, and deal with problems on the job.

If you have work experience, focus your answer on how your coursework and training have contributed to your career success so far. Suppose you are interviewing for your first position. In that case, you can talk about how your education will help you to be successful in meeting the specific job requirements outlined in Morgan Stanley's job posting.

The average HireVue interview takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. This one-way video interview typically includes 3-5 questions. Depending on the HireVue parameters set by Morgan Stanley, the asynchronous interview platform will generally give you 30 seconds to prepare a response and up to 2 minutes to answer each question. It's important to note that HireVue stops recording as soon as your time limit is up, so it's better to run under time than overtime.

"I completed my CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) education in 2006, and it has equipped me to succeed in the financial services and investments sectors. While earning my education, I did a deep dive into collecting data, analyzing it, and writing reports based on my findings through my dissertation. Outside of my degree, I take part in mentoring and volunteering opportunities. These experiences have improved my active listening skills and communication ability. These combined experiences will make me an excellent data research associate with Morgan Stanley. I have an expert-level understanding of writing research reports for initiations of stock coverage, analysis of data, earnings results, industry news, and thematic topics. I also have a well-honed ability to write professionally; I am adaptable and can work well under pressure."