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Is Central University of Kerala good for international relations study? And what are the job opportunities in this field?
The Central University of Kerala is a well-reputed university. You can consider the university for pursuing a degree in International Relations. It is a great field of study. The job prospect for the degree is huge since international relation is what makes Govt. to think, act and behave differently. You can opt for services in foreign ministry, embassies. You can also become an expert in the field.
Can an MCA student from Kalinga University (private university) in Raipur, Chhattisgarh get a job in MNC like L&T Infotech, TCS, Wipro, and many more?
Yes, you can easily get jobs in MNCs like L&T, TCS, Infotech, Wipro, etc. Getting into the IT sector is not that hard. Also, the companies that you mentioned don’t have any such university criteria. These companies recruit thousands of fresh graduates each year.
They usually conduct huge off-campus drives. Keep track of such drives. Apply when the registration is open. Be prepared with basic aptitude and programming and you should get the job you want.
What are the prospects for Urban Management and Governance at XIMB? How are the placements?
The answer is based on the interviews of first and second-year students of MBA - Urban Management & Governance.
Course: MBA in Urban Management and Governance helps students develop the talent in the development and management of smart and sustainable city infrastructure which includes the following:
- Financing
- Contracting and partnership arrangements for transportation systems
- Housing and real estate
- Housing finance
- Water and waste management
- Sustainable urban development
- e-governance arrangements
- Urban environmental management
- Leisure and tourism
Recruiting Sectors
Many domains of both public and private sector offer roles to students from Urban Management and Governance (UMG) such as
- Consulting firms
- Infrastructure development companies
- Urban Development Authorities and various Government Departments
- Special Purpose Agencies created through Public-Private-Partnerships managing Smart Cities
- NGOs
- UN Organizations
- International Development Agencies
- Multilateral Agencies
Recruiters
The various companies and NGOs that have hired students of UMG are - Ernst and Young, Jones Lang LaSalle, GIZ, Spectrum Technologies, CRISIL, Janagraha and many more.
Future prospects:
Graduates of the MBA-UMG Program can pursue further study in Ph.D. programs in a number of disciplines like
- Urban Development
- Housing
- Transportation
- Public Policy
- Planning
- Governance
- Urban Finance
- Real Estate
My personal advice would be to go for this course. Experience in this field will upscale your resume and make you appear unique among many others.
What are the chances of getting a job in Dubai post an MBA from SPJIMR Mumbai? What is the kind of profiles students from SPJIMR get (in Dubai)?
Your skill set is the most important factor that determines your employability in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This skill set is something that you can develop over time with experience.
Keep in mind that there are very few opportunities for freshers from SPJIMR post an MBA, although IIM-K is a separate case. If you are a Keralite or a Malayali, the UAE may be another option to consider.
Recruiters in the GCC region will always prefer someone who knows Arabic, French, or other foreign languages. This is something that you can work on and improve over time.
After a few years of solid work experience, your chances of getting a job in the GCC region are higher. However, keep in mind that recruiters have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to hiring, especially for jobs that require cheap labor from Asian countries.
In the Middle East, your experience matters a lot, as well as your ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You need to be able to adapt quickly and work efficiently to succeed.
It's important to note that Western nationalities also have an edge in the Gulf job market. If a company has the option to choose between a Marketing person with similar skill sets, an average-looking Indian guy, and a Western-style icon with a model-like personality, they will most likely choose the latter. This is because most jobs in the Gulf require excellent communication skills, a little bit of relevant experience, and a Driving License.
Should I join HCL as an IMS engineer with 6 LPA in Noida or a government grade 3 job in my home location with 4 LPA?
My advice would be to join the Grade 3 Government job as it will give you an opportunity to study for higher exams. It will also ensure many facilities that come with a government job like job security.
If you join HCL, with a 6 LPA package, the immense work pressure will hinder you from preparing for any further exams. You will have to keep climbing the corporate ladder and the pressure won’t let you prepare for your higher studies.
Are the job profiles offered at MDI Gurgaon on par with IIMs like LIK, not ABC? How much effort does one have to put into his future to get on par with the IIM graduates if one graduate from there?
IIML is clearly superior to MDI in non-marketing specializations in terms of placement. However, IIM I, K, and MDI are generally equal in terms of placements, except for a few banks that specifically seek out the IIM tag at I&K. If you work equally hard at either campus and all other operational factors are constant, you will likely end up in a similar position whether you choose MDI or I or K. However, as mentioned before, IIML still has the edge and requires more effort if you're in the finance or consulting field.
If you're interested in MDI, it's worth noting that recent placement reports show more and more prestigious finance and consulting companies are visiting the campus. This has helped MDI deliver well-rounded placements. So, if you're willing to put in the work, MDI could be a good option for you.
At SP Jain (SPJIMR), is it possible for a guy specialising in information management to get a job in finance or consulting or any other area?
Yes, there is a possibility of getting a job in Finance or Consulting despite having a specialization in Information Management. The chances are low though and vary for every role.
Consulting: It is a very broad domain and comprises both Functional (Operations, Finance, HR) and Industry area (Automotive, FMCG, Electrical, Oil and Gas). The interviews for consulting roles revolve around the projects that a company is involved in. Hence, your specialization in Information Management is irrelevant.
There are many companies with dedicated BUs/areas for IT/Tech Consulting. They give r more preference to IM specialization and students with prior exposure and experience in technology.
Apart from consulting, other domains like Marketing, Operations, and Finance have little scope for IIM specialization. This is because companies prefer candidates with prior experience or current specialization in the required area.
My advice to you would be to select your minor specialization as your area of interest. So it’s possible to get a job in consulting despite having IM specialization but the probability is low for most of the domains.
In which field can I get a job after doing an MMS program from JBIMS?
As a Management Graduate, you will have the option to become a Management Consultant. The top companies such as McKinsey, Boston Consulting, E&Y, Deloitte, etc. hire management graduates from top B-Schools. Additionally, you have the opportunity to venture into different fields of Management such as Marketing, Production, Operations, Human Resources, Technology, etc. The choice depends on your interest and specialization.
If you have work experience, you can aim for a mid-level managerial or supervisory position. If you do not have any experience, you can start with a junior position. The job placement will depend on various factors, including your academics, relevant work experience, quality of past job profiles, aptitude, and character.
It is recommended that you choose a field that interests and challenges you and also has good future prospects, and most importantly, one that you love doing.
What problems will I face during placement at JBIMS and SIMSREE if I have less than 60 in 12th? Will I remain jobless?
Not having your 12th standard marks listed on your resume may result in missing out on some companies that have a graduation/12th standard percentage as part of their screening criteria. However, there are not many companies that consider this as a criterion.
Not having your 12th standard marks listed on your resume will not render you jobless.
A requirement for past academic records is only used for initial screening purposes by some companies. The companies that move forward with you for subsequent rounds of evaluations, such as group discussions and personal interviews, evaluate you based on your performance in these rounds.
It is important to note that if a company does not choose you, despite your excellent performance in the interviews, simply because of your previous academic records, it is the company that misses out, not you.
Is it true that only sale profiles are offered in IMI Delhi?
During 2016, IMI witnessed an increase in batch size from 240 to 360. This took place under the discretion of the then Director General Padma Shree Dr. Bakul Dholakia, who was responsible for affairs during that time. Throughout his tenure, IMI excelled and the NIRF Rankings and Placement Reports during that time are a testament to the same. After this, he left but his work was in progress.
Post this scenario, the corporate world was struck with demonetization, and falling banking sectors and this combined with increased batch size caused havoc and created immense pressure on the placement cell. The placement figures saw a drastic fall despite being the hub of Finance.
However, IMI Delhi stood strong in those difficult times, bore the brunt of the crisis, and managed to secure 100% placement during that batch. The only slight drawback it faced was the reduction in the number of recruiters.
The number of business development profiles like banking, IT, marketing, and consulting roles, increased miraculously.
To sum it up, the increased batch size discouraged many students and this is where the discontentment regarding soles profiles stemmed from. Still, it’s not justified to say that IMI Delhi only provided sales profiles to its students. Post-pandemic IMI Delhi has been able to rejuvenate its reputation considerably and is maintaining a healthy balance ever since
A really important piece of advice, a B School can show you the path to success but will not take you to your goal. It’s you who has to get up, work hard and follow the path.
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