Q: I am 18 years old and pursuing a five-year integrated course in mathematics and computing from IIT Kharagpur. Is it different from the MTech course in maths taught in IIT Delhi? If so, would it affect my job prospects? What are the opportunities apart from teaching?
Shirley Sinha
A: Essentially, there is no difference between the two. The job prospects would not differ. Apart from teaching, there are opportunities in fields such as theoretical computer, cryptography, actuary, economic analysis and many more. Mathematics has application in almost all types of jobs.
Q: I have worked for seven years in various foreign exchange and commodities trading companies. I also worked as a technical research associate in forex trading. I did an MBA in finance from Sikkim Manipal University and want to pursue a diploma in treasury and risk management from the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance. Would that help me join the treasury department of a bank?
Rakesh Talukder
A: Having an extra qualification would definitely help you find work in a bank’s treasury department. Also, your experience in foreign exchange and commodities would stand in good stead. But even if you do not pursue that particular course, you can still apply for a job in treasury.
Q: I have no experience in content writing. Are there opportunities for freshers in Calcutta? What are the basic IT skills required?
Arijit SenGupta
A: Content writing has various facets. You require only basic word-processing skills, but if you are writing in regional languages, you need to be adept in the regional language softwares. There are a lot of opportunities in Calcutta.
Q: I am doing BTech in electronics and instrumentation. What type of jobs can I get? What are the prospects for higher studies and research?
Prasanta Karmakar
A: The telecom industry is an evolving field and there are various jobs available. You can get jobs in the IT sector, in mobile companies and other such sectors. You should apply for a job after graduation and thereafter based on your specialisation, you can take up some short-term courses.
Q: I am an ex-army officer, with eight years’ experience in the Army and four years in corporate. Now I am a chief security officer in a five star luxury hotel group. Suggest a course that could help me further my career. I plan to do a PG diploma in fire and safety from Annamalai University or a PG diploma in cyber law and security from MDI Gurgaon. Am I on the right track?
Mohit Singh
A: Yes you are. These courses would definitely help you further your career in the chosen field. Cyber law is an upcoming field and not too many qualified people are there..
Q: I am a BCom final-year student. I want to study ICWA after graduation. Is it taught in Calcutta and what is the course fee?
Tufyl Ahmed
A: ICWA is taught in Calcutta and you can find out details about the course and the fees from the institute’s website.
Q: I am a final-year BTech student and want to work in the public sector in future. I want to do masters. Should I do MTech or MBA?
Pratik Bairagi
A: You should do an MTech if you want to stick to your field of specialisation and remain a technologist. If you want to shift to marketing, finance or HR, you can opt for an MBA. Also you could do an MBA and combine your BTech knowledge to be in operations.
Q: I hold a BSc degree and completed a hardware and networking course from CMC. I have been working at a call centre for the past five years and would like to hold a managerial post. Would an MBA from Pondicherry University be of help?
Abhishek Chakraborty
A: If you are thinking of a managerial post in your organisation, you should talk to the HR department and express your feelings. Having five years of experience, you might be ready for a managerial position in your organisation. If you want to do an MBA, do it from a recognised institution.
Q: I am 26 years old and working in an MNC. I am a graduate and want to do an MBA. Should I opt for a full-ime or a part-time one?
Avirup Ghosh
A: If you want to do a part-time MBA, you should go for a three-year course. Since you are working in an MNC, a part-time course would enhance your qualification. Most companies encourage that. Check with your HR department whether your organisation has a similar policy.
Q: I am 31 years old and working as senior reporter in a Hindi news agency. Though I have an MA in English, I have failed to switch over to the English media. Should I opt for any further qualification?
Avirup Ghosh
A: As far as qualification is concerned, you have enough of it to excel in your dream job. Sometimes, we all get stereotyped due to the nature of work. So, you do not need to worry much. You could begin by contributing articles to mainstream English newspapers. A portfolio of published works would make a strong case for you.
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