Monday, July 16, 2012

Careers in arts


Arts/Humanities are one of the oldest subjects in traditional streams across India. Categories available in arts stream are Visual Arts, Performing Arts (Music), Philosophy, Law, Religion, Ancient as well as Modern languages, Literature and History.

Many subjects that are considered as social science subjects are mixed with humanities, like communication studies, area studies, cultural studies, and linguistics. Excellent communication skills, precise writing and understanding of subject is always an advantage for them who want to make a career in the field of arts.

Basic Eligibility

UG:
  • For admission in graduate programe once should pass 10+2 from an affiliated school or educational board in any stream i.e. Arts, Commerce or Science.
PG:
  • For Post Graduate Degree one should have completed bachelor’s degree in respective subject. For admission in reputed colleges one should pass the entrance exam of the college.
Specializations

Bachelor of Arts :-
Bachelor of Arts (B.A program), is offered in  either the liberal arts, the sciences, or both. This program is generally of three years duration.

Master of Arts :-
Master of Arts Degree is usually a two years program available in various subjects including various languages such as Hindi English, and other regional languages and foreign languages.
Masters Degree in Arts is offered by  various Indian Universities. Master of Arts course is also available through Distance Education.

Specializations under these degrees are :-
  • Arabic Language
  • Educational Administration
  • English Language
  • Geography
  • Historical Studies
  • Psychology
  • Public Education
  • Religious Studies
  • Sociology
  • Ways and Methods of Teaching
Job Prospects

Talent and skills matters a lot for an art graduate. An art’s graduate can build a career in following fields :-
Teaching,  research, internal communications, writing , program planning, public relations, policy research and analysis, management, information administration, social work,. One can look for making career in the fields of anthropology, agriculture, journalism, archaeology, geography, NGO, industrial relation, philosophy, research assistance, library science, liberal arts, psychology, and many more.

Remuneration :-

Arts students can earn in between Rs 10000 – Rs 12000 at the beginning stage. With the experience and knowledge their salaries increases.




Institutes 



Top Arts Colleges in India

1.Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi
2. St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi
3. St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
4. Loyola College, Chennai
5. St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
6. Christ College, Bangalore
7. Presidency College, Kolkata
8. Hindu College, New Delhi
9. Madras Christian College, Chennai
10. Miranda House, New Delhi
11. Hansraj College, New Delhi
12. Fergusson College, Pune
13. Stella Maris College, Chennai
14. Jesus and Mary College, New Delhi
15. Sophia College for Women, Mumbai
16. Ramjas College, New Delhi
17. Sri Venkateshwara College, New Delhi
18. Indraprastha College for Women, New Delhi
19. Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai
20. Presidency College, Chennai
21. Mithibai College of Arts, Mumbai
22. Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai
23. Gargi College, New Delhi
24. Symbiosis Society’s College of Arts & Commerce, Pune
25. Elphinstone College, Mumbai

Saturday, July 14, 2012

Careers in Archaeology


Archaeology word is the combination of two words 'archaios' and 'logos' which means ancient things and theory of science. Archaeology study deals with the study about past civilization. The study of history of civilization is done by analysis and documentation, recovery of historical articles and historical data like bio-facts.
Archaeology is a good career option for those who derive self-satisfaction in discovering a part of history and old culture lost in the dust of time. This profession requires patience as archaeologists have to spend infinite hours and days camping and undertaking field work at laboratories and in excavation sites.
Some essential skills required for an archaeologist are knowledge about past history, reading habits, excellent penmanship and focused and an analytical mind. 

Eligibility
Those who want to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Archaeology should have studied history as a subject in 10+2.
For masters degree courses in archaeology one should have completed his/her graduation in any discipline. Preference is given to the history graduates.
Courses in Archaeology:-
  • Diploma Courses in Archaeology
  • M.A. (Archaeology)
  • M.A. (Ancient Indian History and Archaeology)
  • Post-Graduate Diploma in Archaeology
Some  of the specializations of archaeology are as follows:-
  • Historical archaeology: - It is the study of cultures with some form of writing.
  • Ethnoarchaeology: - It is archaeological study of living people.
  • Experimental archaeology: - It is the application of experimental methods to develop highly controlled observations of processes to create and impact archaeological records.
Career Prospects
Good career opportunities are available to the archaeologist. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is the main recruiter for archaeologists in India both at the center and at the state levels. Eligible students can apply for suitable positions with ASI after qualifying the examinations conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) or by State Public Service Commission’s (SPSC).
One can also apply for lectureship in various universities across the country. Or can go for further research by doing a PhD in this field.

Top recruiters:-
  • Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
  • Government and private museums and cultural galleries
  • Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)
  • National Museum
  • Universities and colleges
Remuneration
A fresh graduate can get a salary of Rs 8000 to 10,000. Salary in this field increases with the experience.

Institutes
  1. University of Delhi, Delhi
  2. Aligarh Muslim University
  3. Kerala University, Trivandrum
  4. Punjab University, Sector 14, Chandigarh
  5. Banaras Hindi University, Varanasi
  6. University of Allahabad, Senate Hall, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
  7. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur, Uttar
  8. Osmania University Campus, Hyderabad
  9. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University - New Delhi
  10. Ranchi University, Ranchi
  11. Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati


Careers in Hardware and Networking


Computer hardware is hot field nowadays. As the use of computer, networking equipment and mobile phones are increasing so the technical problems related with them are also increasing. More and more qualified people are required to repair computer and related hardware. Individuals, corporate and government organizations all are using computers to do work efficiently and quickly.
A qualified hardware professional deals with various hardware components such as computer systems, chips, motherboard, RAM, circuit boards, processor, modems, external hard disks, printers and keyboards. So, in order to be successful in hardware and network industry, candidates should have flare towards technical and analytical field. Hardware specialists are required to look after software components as well to ensure that computers work faster and efficiently with various software’s. A hardware professional with networking skills have advantage over the person who has only hardware knowldge.
Course Details
Institutes offering hardware courses offer various modules on assembling computers and repairing them while networking courses focus on various methods of connecting computers to share data seamlessly. Many private and government institutes offer hardware and network courses ranging from certificate level to master degree level. Many reputed institutes even conduct their own entrance exams for entry to graduate and postgraduate degree programs.
Career Prospects
Hardware and networking professionals can find ample job opportunities in different sectors such as films, banking, education, media, hardware, animation, and networking product manufacturing and entertainment.
Based on the technical expertise one can be appointed at different positions such as PC assembler, system integrator, networking professional, PC technician, peripheral engineer, technical support executive, computer manufacturer, system administrator, computer chip designer, electronic data processing managers and system engineers. On the other hand one can start one’s own hardware assembling firms to develop hardware and network computers depending on the demand and needs of different clients.
Many job opportunities are available in software companies, hardware manufacturing companies, system design companies, call centres, telecom companies, hardware repair shops and BPOs. The professionals are required keep themselves at par with the changing technology.

Institutions
·         Jetking, Mumbai
·         9Vision IT Corporates Center, Noida
·         Aaris Networks Training Institute, Banglore
·         Abacus Solutions, Banglore
·         Academy of Embedded Technology, New Delhi
Top courses:
  • Certification in Hardware and Networking
  • Cisco
  • Diploma In Computer Hardware
  • Diploma In Networking
  • JCHNE
  • JCHNP
  • Linux
  • MNA
  • N+
  • Network Security
  • Red Hat Certification
  • Security+
Job roles in Hardware and Networking:
  • Field service technician
  • Help desk technician/Network support technician
  • Intranet Specialist
  • IT administrator
  • IT technician
  • Network administrator
  • Network Engineer
  • Security Database development and administration
  • System administrator
  • System Engineer
  • Technical Engineer/Computer Hardware Engineer
  • Technical support
Remuneration:
A fresher can start a with a package of Rs.10,000-12,000 per month. With certification from reputed and recognized organizations you can get a nearly Rs. 20,000-25,000 per month.

Friday, July 13, 2012

Careers in Human resource Management

Human Resource Management is the organizational function that deals with issues related to people such as compensation, hiring, performance management, employee motivation, communication, administration, organization development, safety, wellness, benefits, and training.
A manager in HR department requires being good at management of people, effective in communicating with employees, and can maintain good labour relations.

Once recruited, the job profile in the initial few years shall be largely involved over administration work of the HR function. Over a period of time depending on performance one move up the value chain and then the function becomes more focused on training and recruitment.
• People are the most valuable asset of a company. MBAs in this field generally specialize in recruitment, training, Compensation, and motivation where they to work over the overall functioning of HR department.
• HR people are hired by every type of company.
Personality Traits for Finance graduate
    • Sociable
    • Agreeable
    • Active And Dynamic
    • People Sensitivity
    • Good Communication Skills
    • People Management Skills
    • Motivational Skill
Opportunities after doing MBA in HR
  • Recruitment Manager
  • HR Manager
  • Labour Law Expert
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Administrative Officer
  • Industrial Relation Manager
The various subjects covered in the HR major are:
  • HRM
  • Performance Management Systems
  • International Human Resource Management
  • Change Management & Organization Development
  • Training And Development
  • Organizational Behaviour
  • Industrial Relations
  • Labour Laws
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Industrial Psychology 
Institute offering this course

In India almost all the MBA college are offering this specialization.

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Careers options in commerce stream after 12th


List of the courses availbele after 10+2 in commerce stream.
  • B Com (Honours in Accounting and Finance) 
  • B. Com
Specialization in B.Com are as following
  1. ACCOUNTANCY,
  2. ACCOUNTING AND TAXATION,
  3. ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE,
  4. ACTUARIAL SCIENCE,
  5. ADVANCED ACCOUNTANCY,
  6. ADVERTISING AND BRAND MANAGEMENT,
  7. APPLIED ECONOMICS,
  8. BANKING AND INSURANCE,
  9. BANKING MANAGEMENT,
  10. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION,
  11. BUSINESS MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS,
  12. COMMERCIAL LAW,
  13. COMMUNICATIVE ENGLISH,
  14. COMPUTER APPLICATIONS,
  15. CORPORATE ACCOUNTANCY,
  16. CORPORATE AFFAIRS AND ADMINISTRATION,
  17. CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGEMENT,
  18. E-COMMERCE,
  19. ELECTRONIC EDUCATION,
  20. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING,
  21. FUNDAMENTALS OF AUDITING,
  22. MANAGEMENT STUDIES.
  23. JEWELRY DESIGN,
  24. MARKETING AND ADVERTISING,
  • B.B.A. - Bachelor of Business Administration 
  • B.B.M (Bachelor of Business Management)  
  • B.B.M. (Shipping) 
  • Bachelor of Travel and Tourism(BTM)
  • Bachelor of Business studies(BBS)
  • Bachelor of Financial Analyst
  • Bachelor of Business Economics
  • Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics 
  • CA
  • CS
  • CFA
  • ICWA/CMA
  • LLB (Corporate Laws)

Career options after 10+2 in Science stream



  

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Careers in Management


A career in Management is lucrative as well as well paying. In the modern era of fast changing technology, the expansive and comprehensive global market presents excellent career opportunities in different fields of management, wherein financial resources, human resources, natural resources and, of course, technological resources are widely utilized. Management is required in every field, but generally, management is symbolized to a career in business houses, hospitality industry, multinational firms, etc. Both the term and course of management is linked with one of the highest paid careers in today’s scenario.

Course Details
Management courses are offered at undergraduate and postgraduate degree/diploma levels, by private and government management institutes. Individuals can pursue these courses through distance learning mode also. Usually, a 10+2 pass candidate can take up undergraduate management degree programs, like BBA, BBS, BBM, etc. For post graduation courses, like MBA, PGDM, PGDBM etc., graduation is a mandatory minimum qualification. Courses at PG  level are offered with specializations in the specific field. Executive MBA programs for working professionals of short duration and part-time management courses are conducted at various leading B-schools. Management courses can be specialized in the fields of marketing management, information technology, hospitality management, international business management, event management, human resource management, business management, financial hospital management, operations management, media management, sports management, and many more. Most of the  management institutions in India admit students through entrance tests, like CAT, MAT, SNAP, etc.

Career Prospects
A career in management is lucrative. A fresh graduate from a reputed B school can get very good job offers in campus placement. He can work at managerial and executive levels in corporate houses and multinational companies. A person can also start his own business after doing MBA degree. For working people of various fields, part-time diploma/certificate courses in management can enhance their skills and improve their chances of climbing the ladder of hierarchy in their profession. Management graduates can also get jobs in government sectors.

Institutes Offering
Some of the most prestigious institutions for pursuing a management program in India are: 

  • Indian Institute of Management (IIM) at Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Indore, Kozhikode, Lucknow, and Shillong; 
  • Indian School of Business, Hyderabad;   
  • SP Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai; 
  • Management Development Institute, Gurgaon; 
  • Xavier Labor Research Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur; 
  • Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai; 
  • Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi, New Delhi;
  • Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad; 
  • International Management Institute, New Delhi; 
  • Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune; 
  • Indian Institute of foreign trade, New Delhi; 
  • Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai; 
  •  TA Pai Management Institute, Manipal.

Remuneration
Remuneration in the field of management largely depends on the type of institute one gets his degree. After completing a graduate course in management, one can expect a salary ranging from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 15,000 in the beginning. An MBA degree holder can be offered up to Rs. 25,000 as an initial package in multinational companies. Graduates from IIMs and other top B-schools are offered attractive salary packages, ranging from Rs. 8-12 lakhs per annum, or even more, depending upon the hiring organization and the students’ ability.