Speak to your merits. Go in-depth as to why you chose the course load you have. Outline your accomplishments in detail, and what you've learned from those experiences. Go deeper and beyond the materials and lesson plans you were taught. Describe the educational pursuits you perceive as assisting you in your career. Go into the twists and turns in your course load led you to where you're at.

It can be intimidating knowing how to go about marketing yourself in this regard. There is a fine line between sounding humble or coming off as arrogant or a braggart. Do your research. Find the commonalities between your ideals and ambitions, and the core values and mission statements of Siemens. Once you feel you have tapped into that, all you have to do is underline them in your answer.

"I majored in finance, with a minor in German, at XYC University. My ultimate goal is to be a CFO for a company with strong values and integrity, with a positive global impact. That is why I chose a university with a strong finance program and a broad alumni network."