Final round interview with HR - what does it mean?

Hi chimps, need your take on my current situation.

Couple of weeks ago, I applied for an investment management graduate position, and was fortunate enough to be called for 2 rounds of interviews with senior portfolio managers and the CIO. A week after the interviews, HR calls to schedule for a final round HR interview.

Question: what does this mean? Do you guys think the HR interview will carry any weight? Is it still possible to get cut by HR after clearing the technical rounds with the investment teams?

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Take it as s good sign. That means you are still in the process.

I would say do not spend much time delineating the myriad of possibilities the interview can entail (you will drive yourself crazy). Instead, make sure that you are on top of your game (from an interview prospective) and do not take this HR interview for granted.

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