Full Form: BCA, MCA, MS, DCA, MTech, CCA, MCM, PGDCA, PGDSM

Master of Science

MS Full Form is Master of Science. Some of the top specializations for the MS course are Biochemical Engineering, Software Engineering, MS IT in Building Science, MS Consultancy Management, etc. The average course fee for the MS program is INR INR 1-3 Lakhs.

Admission to the MS courses is mostly entrance exam based, however for some programs, merit based admission is also present. Eligibility for the MS program varies based on the specialization that one pursues. However, it is necessary for candidates to have a science stream in 12th standards with at least 50% aggregate marks.

Some of the top job options for candidates holding the MS degree are Research Associate, Research Assistant, Research Scientist, Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Senior Research Fellow, etc. Candidates with this degree generally get hired in various Private Companies, Government Research Institutes, Colleges, etc. The average salary of an MS graduate in India is INR 3-8 LPA.

Some of the top colleges for the MS degree are IIT Madras, NIT Trichy, IIT Delhi, PSG College of Technology, PES University, Government College of Technology, etc.

Diploma in Computer Applications

DCA Full form is Diploma in Computer Applications. DCA is a one year degree program where candidates explore various fields of computer application including Operating systems, Database Management Systems, MS Office, Internet Applications, HTML, etc. The average course fee for the DCA course is INR 5,000 to INR 30,000.

There is direct admission present for candidates for the DCA course. In some colleges, candidates are selected based on their merit in their 10th final exams. Candidates must clear their 10th final exams from a recognized educational institute with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

Some of the top job options for the DCA course are Web Designer, Computer Operator, Software Developer, C++ Developer, etc. The top recruiting companies for candidates with this degree are NIIT, Syntel, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra, etc. The top colleges for the DCA program are the University of Calcutta, Aligarh Muslim University, Lovely Professional University, Jamia Millia Islamia, etc.

PGDCA Full Form

PGDCA Full Form is Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications. PGDCA is a one year PG Diploma program. Candidates in this program generally come through subjects like Java, Web Programming, DBMS, Software Engineering, etc. The average course fee for the PGDCA course is INR 7,000 - INR 1,10,000 per annum.

Admission to the PGDCA course is mainly done via seeing the merit of the candidates in their bachelor's. It is necessary for every applicant to gain their graduation degree from a recognized educational institute with at least 40% aggregate marks.

Some of the top job options for PGDCA graduates are UX Designer, Ethical Hacker, Software Developer, Web Developer, etc. The top recruiters for candidates with this degree are TCS, Oracle, Accenture, etc. The top colleges for the PGDCA program are Dibrugarh University, Punjab Technical University, Indian Statistical Institute, Lovely Professional University, etc.

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MTech Full Form

MTech Full Form is Master of Technology. MTech is one of the most pursued programs which generally lasts for 2 years. Candidates in this course go through topics including Computer Networks, Cloud Computing, Information Security, Embedded Systems, etc. The average course fee for the MTech course is INR 50,000 – 2,00,000 per annum.

Admission to the MTech courses is mostly done via seeing the merit of the candidates in the entrance exams, however, some colleges offer merit based admission on previous exams as well. It is necessary for applicants to either have a BE or BTech degree from a recognized educational institute. 

Some of the top job options for candidates holding an MTech degree are Aeronautics, Clinical Research Associate, Operations Manager, Senior research scientist, Senior Business Analyst, etc, in renowned companies like Google, Microsoft, ICICI, HSBC, Flipkart, Amazon etc.

Some of the top colleges for the MTech program are IIT Bombay, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, ICT Mumbai, KJ Somaiya College Of Engineering, etc.

CCA Full Form

CCA Full Form is Certificate course in Computer Application. CCA is 6 months to 1-year certificate program. Candidates in this course learn about Computer Networks, Software Engineering, Advanced operating system, Computer graphics and Multimedia, Web Designing, etc. The average course fees for the CCA course is INR 5,500 and INR 20,000.

Admission to the CCA course is mostly based on the merit of the candidates in 10+2 levels. Candidates need to clear their 10+2 levels from a recognised educational institute, with at least 50% aggregate marks, and Mathematics as a compulsory discipline.

Some of the top job options for candidates with this degree are DBMS Manager, Network designer, System Analyser, Trouble-shooter, Assistant programmer etc. The top recruiting companies for CCA graduates are Polaris, IBM, Satyam computers, TCS, Wipro, etc. 

The CCA top colleges for candidates with this degree are Guru Nanak Dev University, Maharaja Agrasen College for Women, Integrated Institute of Education Technology, Dr. Zakir Husain Institute, etc.

MCM Full Form

MCM Full Form is Master of Computer Management. MCM is a 2 year master degree program where candidates secure knowledge regarding skills plan, design and implement it in complex application software systems. The average course fee for the MCM program is INR 5000 to 80,000 per annum in India.

Admission to this program is both merit and entrance exam based. As per the eligibility of the MCM course, candidates need to gain a minimum of 45% aggregate marks or equivalent GPA. Some of the top colleges for the MCM course are Savitribai Phule Pune University, Arihant Institute of management studies, ASM Institute of business management and research, Hislop College, etc.

See: MCM Top Colleges

Some of the top job options for the MCM course are System Administrators, Software Publishers, Database Administrators, Software Developers, etc. Some of the top recruiting areas for MCM graduates are Consultancies, Banks, E-commerce, design support and data communications companies, etc. The average salary of an MCM graduate is INR 2 to 6 LPA.

PGDCM Full Form

PGDCM Full Form is Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Management. PGDCM is a 1 year PG Diploma program. Candidates in this course gain extensive knowledge in JAVA, C++, e-Commerce, Internet, etc. The average course fee for the PGDCM program is INR 2,000 - 1,80,000.

Admission to the PGDCM course is generally done based on the merit of the candidates in the entrance exams. Also, candidates need to hold a bachelor degree from a recognized educational institute. 

Some of the top colleges for the PGDCM course are IBMR, Pune, Naralkar Institute of Career Development and Research, Indian Institute of Cost and Management Studies and Research (IndSearch), Neville Wadia Institute of Management Studies and Research, etc.

Some of the top job options for PGDCM graduates are Programmers, IT Specialists, Software Developer, Web Designers, etc. Some of the top recruiting areas for the PGDCM graduates are Hospitals, Educational Sector, Chemical Industry, Biotechnology Industry, etc.

Certificate Course in Intellectual Property

CCIP Full Form is Certificate Course in Intellectual Property. CCIP is a 3 to 12 months program, where candidates secure insight and extensive knowledge regarding property law. The average course fee for the CCIP program is INR 2,500 to INR 50,000.

Admission to the CCIP course is generally based on the merit of the candidates in their previous exams. Candidates should clear their 10+2 level with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized educational institute. Some of the top colleges for the CCIP course are Symbiosis Law School, NMIMS, Mumbai, Indian Law Institute, National Law University, Lucknow, etc.

Some of the top job options for the CCIP course are Legal Executive, Trademark Attorney, Legal Advisor, Patent Lawyer, Copyright Specialist, etc., who can get recruited in top employment areas like Law Firms, Central and State Government, In-house Legal Team, Design and Development Organization, etc. The average salary of a CCIP degree holder is INR INR 2,00,000 to INR 10,00,000.

What is PGDSM Full Form?

PGDSM Full Form is Post Graduate Diploma in Services Management. PGDSM is a 1 year PG Diploma program where candidates gain knowledge in areas including credit management, housing finance service quality, sales, operations, general management, etc. The average course fees for the PGDSM course is INR 20,000 to 12,00,000 P.A.

Admission to the PGDSM course is done via seeing the merit of the candidates in the entrance exams, however direct admission is also available in some colleges. Candidates need to have a bachelor's degree in a relevant stream to be eligible for this course.

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Some of the top job options for PGDSM graduates are Retailing Manager, Executive Director, Public Relations Officer, Tourism Manager, etc. The top colleges for the PGDSM course in India are Jaipuria Institute of Management, Swami Vivekanand institute of information technology, Maharaja Sayajirao University, Apeejay school of management, etc.

PGDBI Full Form

PGDBI Full Form is  Post Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics. PGDBI is a 1 year PG Diploma degree. Candidates pursuing this course gain knowledge in Biology, Biostatistics and Basic Mathematics, etc. The average course fees for the PGDBI course are INR 9,000 to INR 33,000.

Admission to the PGDBI course is generally done by seeing the merit of the candidates in the previous exams. Candidates should also have a BSc Life Science degree or a degree in a specialized subject Biotechnology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, etc.

See: PGDBI Top Colleges

Some top job options for PGDBI graduates are Bioinformatics Trainer, Solution Architect, Bioinformatics ‘C’ Programmer, Software Engineer Trainee, etc., who can get recruited in areas like Pharmaceuticals, Agricultural Sectors, Biotechnology sectors, etc.