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Redefining Education through ProfessionalismÂ With the advent of private universities along with plethora Â of courses, students often are in a fix while choosing the appropriate career path. In the hustle and bustle of results, the upcoming professional course are a sigh of relief for students. While the majority of students select the common courses like engineering and medical etc.

Special Feature From Climate to Data Science: UK-India joins Hands.....................................................10

Features

l Give Wings to your Career............................................................................................... 36 l From Pencils to Pixels: A Career in Animation............................................................. 42 l Eco-conscious classrooms............................................................................................. 48 l Discover Yourself with Travel and Tourism ................................................................... 52

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Preeti Patel, Chairperson, Patel Group of Institutions, Bhopal ........................................... 66 4<

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Letters to the Editor........................................06 News...............................................................08

interviews

Dr SC Sharma, Director, Acropolis Technical Campus ...................... 60

Dr Anurag Agarwal, Chairman, Arya College of Engineering and Technology ................. 62

Dr KK Saini, Director, Hindu College of Engineering................ 64

Dr. CLVRSV Prasad, Principal, GMR Institute of Technology (GMRIT)...................... 65

Letters to the Editor

Editor and Publisher Smiti Suri Assistant Editor Archana Verma Principal Correspondent Ritika Arora Bhola Feature Writer Tariq Ahmed Nicin Varghese Gaurav Dubey Sheena Sachdeva Deepashree Banerjee Director Marketing Ajeet Kumar Manager Marketing Niti Chauhan Assistant Manager Marketing Asad Mohammad Marketing Executive Mehuli Choudhury Administration Vipin Marwah Sr Designer & Visualiser Shaique Ahmad Designer & Visualiser Mayank Bhatnagar All material printed in this publication is the sole property of CAREERConnect All printed matter contained in the magazine is based on the information of those featured in it. The views, ideas, comments and opinions expressed are solely of those featured and the Editor and Publisher do not necessarily subscribe to the same. CAREERConnect is printed, published and owned by Smiti Suri, and is printed at Compudata Services, 42, Dsidc Shed, Scheme–1, Okhla Industrial Area Complex, Phase–II, New Delhi-110020, and published at 6/31-B, Jangpura–B, New Delhi-110014. Editor–Smiti Suri

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Best Engineering Institutes of India 2017 Your list of Engineering institutions in India is very helpful for those who don’t get admission in the IITs. It has helped me to plan my career options ahead. Mostly, people know only of the established institutions, but you are helping us to discover our country’s educational institutions with a focus on building our careers. Pema Kunden, Sikkim Robotics Engineer: A New Path Opened I am a class IXth student. Since everyone goes for com mon Eng i nee r i ng fields, I wanted to go into a new field which is not so common. CareerConnect has solved my problem by carrying out a very helpful story on Robotics Engineering. It’s ver y infor mative and I am really enthusiastic to go into this field. Thanks to Mr. Gaurav Dubey for this great write up! Rahul Mullick, Bangalore

A Very ThoughtProvoking Story I want to extend my thanks to Ms Sheena for writing such a thought-provoking story on the education system and equality. It’s really very important to bring equality in our existing education systtem. Akanksha, Ghaziabad

Something for the Creative-Minded I really appreciate your endeavour to help the career of young minds. Please publish some features discussing the options for the students who are interested in the creative fields. Arshad Alam, Vijaywada

Environmental Engineering is the Need of the Day My heartiest congratulations to CareerConnect for the write up on environmental e ng i n e e r i ng. Wit h t he degrading environment and climate change, this is the need of the day and we should promote this discipline as much as possible. I am thinking of sending my daughter to study this discipline. Nirmal Karn, Madhubani

Suggestions for the Rankings of Academic Institutions W hile listing the best universities, professional i nst it utes etc., please include the following An institution maybe t o p r a n k i ng i n s o m e st reams while another maybe top ranking in some other streams. A table can be added showing the specific stream-wise strength of each institution listed. The success rate of every institution in getting t hei r st ude nt s pla ce d in jobs suitable to their qualifications in every programme being taught should also be listed. Anil Srivastava, Dhanbad

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Rajnath Singh Stresses on Teaching Sanskrit to School Children

nion minister Rajnath Singh put emphasis on teaching Sanskrit to schoolchildren and said that, without it, they will not come to know about the culture, tradition and heritage of the country. Stressing on the ways and means to ensure that children develop a liking for Sanskrit, the union home minister said, “Sanskrit books have everything, even science.” Sanskrit - A reflection of India’s culture and tradition At a function, he said, “If children are to be introduced to the culture, tradition and heritage of India, it is not possible without the knowledge of Sanskrit literature in detail.’’ Singh said that although these days by surfing the internet for an hour or two daily, one can get knowledge of any subject in 20 to 25 days’ time, but this kind of knowledge is not enough for a human being.

NCERT plans pilot project to build inclusive classrooms for children with special needs

AICTE to make changes in engineering curriculum to create more jobs in India

n a bid to periodically revise the curriculum to meet the needs of industry and other sectors, the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has recently decided to bring about changes in the engineering curriculum. As reported, this step is a part of transforming the education system and making students more employable. According to a recent PTI report, AICTE Chairman Anil D Sahasrabudhe said this was being done considering complaints that nearly 60 per cent of those passing out of technical education institutions are not industry-ready and still require honing. The statement came in at a recent AICTE sponsored workshop ‘Teacher Training workshop on E Learning: challenges and opportunities’ organised at the Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology. Further, at the workshop, Sahasrabudhe said, ‘The Council has taken various initiatives to transform education at all levels.’

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CGBSE Class 10 Results 2017 declared at cgbse.net: Chetan Agrawal tops exam with 98.17 per cent

hetan Agrawal f rom Kiran P ubllic H S school Ku r ud Dhamtari school topped the CGBSE Class 10 exam 2017 with 98.17 per cent. The Ch hat tisgarh Board Of S e c o n d a r y E d u c a t io n (CGBSE) released the class 10 results today at cgbse.net Speaking exclusively to India Today Education, Chetan feels happy about the results. He prepared for the exams without any coaching and studied on his own at home. Chetan’s father, Bihar Lal Agarwal is an animal doctor, while his mother, Kiranlata Agarwal is a homemaker. Her elder sister just gave her class 12 board exams and is waiting for the class 12 results as well.

it h special emphasis on requirements of children w it h sp e cial ne e d s, t he NCERT has designed a “pioneering” reading material in booklet format with the objective of seeking inclusive classrooms. The print material has been released under ‘Barkhaa Series’ -- a supplementary ‘Graded Reading Series’, originally developed by the Department of Elementary Education at the NCERT. On Friday, Director of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Hrushikesh Senapaty said, “This project has been started on a pilot basis and keeping all the principles of universal design for learning in mind’’.

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JNU, DU likely to get financial autonomy by Centre

ven though a large section of students and teachers in DU are protesting against the government’s move to give autonomy status to colleges, the Central Government is expected to give full operational autonomy including that in financial matters to all the colleges and universities. As reported by TOI, top ranking educational institutions such as Jawaharlal Nehru University, Banaras Hindu University, Delhi University, Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) and Lady Shri Ram College which are funded by the Centre could get full operational autonomy in financial matters.

This teacher from Tamil Nadu sold her jewellery to provide world-class facilities to students

r. Abdul Kalam has rightly said that teaching is a very nobel profession that shapes the character, calibre and future of an individual. Here’s an example of one such teacher at Tamil Nadu school, who sold her jewellery in order to provide world-class facilities to her students. She had only two options in front of her eyes viz, either choose teaching as a profession or enjoy the position of a manager in a good corporate company. She chose to provide quality education to children. Meet Annapurna Mohan, the government school teacher, who teaches class 3 students in Panchayat Union Primary School Kandhadu, Tamil Nadu. She works at English medium school and teaches four subjects in English except Tamil. Speaking to India Today Education, Annapurna said, “I am really glad to see many people are appreciating the noble cause that I have initiated.” At a time when she joined the school the state of the students was not up to the mark. “When I joined the school, the state of the students was not good as they couldn’t even speak good English. By the time of five years, I really started knowing the real needs of the students and analysed their performance,” Mohan said.

OBC quota increased by 5 per cent in Punjab education institutes

ncurring a cost of Rs 14 lakh, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has developed a mechanism to help teachers mark attendance more easily in class by using beacons and smart phones in classrooms. Incurring a cost of Rs 14 lakh, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has developed a mechanism to help teachers mark attendance more easily in class by using beacons and smart phones in classrooms. Incurring a cost of Rs 14 lakh, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has developed a mechanism to help teachers mark attendance more easily in class by using beacons and smart phones in classrooms. May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 9

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From Climate to Data Science: UKIndia joins Hands Greg Clark, Secretary of State for Business, UK, has announced 57 new UK-India partnerships worth over ÂŁ1.6 million only last month. Ranging from Social Sciences, Engineering and Human Health to Climate Research and Data Science, these partnerships have been announced under the UK-India Education Research Initiative (UKIERI). Projects will be implemented jointly by institutions in the UK and India to strengthen educational links between the two countries. Deepashree Banerjee finds out more. 10 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

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India-UK education-research programme partnerships

Speaking at an event at New Delhi’s British Council recently, Clark said that over the last 10 years, new joint UKIndia research and academic exchanges had resulted in joint investments worth over £200 million and UKIERI had been an important part of that success. “Over 1,000 UK-India partnerships have been created , lead i ng to 25,000 exchanges of academics and researchers. We are now in the third phase of UKIERI, which is open up to 2021,” he added. T hese par t nerships have been co-f unded by the U K and India’s HR D minist r y th rough Universit y Grants Commission and Department of Science and Technology. The event was also attended by Dominic Asquith, British high commissioner, and Usha Kumari Parashar, deputy chair of the British Council.

A day after the United Kingdom for mally launched the process of exiting the European Union, the High Com m issione r to I nd ia Dom i n ic Asquith said the country wants to strengthen its economic ties with India. In an interview recently, he said the UK hopes to partner India in sectors such as digital economy, defence manufacturing, aerospace, insurance and railways. He also spoke about how t he Brexit will impact movement of Indian professionals and businesses to the UK. “India is the second largest job creator in the UK. Migrants are our strength, contributing to the local economy. This created over 7,000 jobs last year. Sixty per cent of work UK visas globally are issued to Indians. This will continue by all means. The ministerial visit to India next week will further push our economic partnership. India is the third largest investor in the UK,” he said. According to him, the UK is also looking at new areas for investment in India. “A number of exciting areas are in the pipeline where the UK is keen to invest. Post demonetisation, digital economy is an area of partnership. The UK is a world leader in fintech. Defence industry is another area where British private firms want to partner their Indian counterparts. The UK is keen to transfer defence technology to India. In fact, in 15-20 years UK defence firms may even try to export from India,” he informs. T h e ot h e r a r e a s wh ich of fe r p o s si bi l it ie s i n clu d e a e r o s p a c e , healthcare, insurance and creating business ecosystems involving railway stations. As part of this the UK will take Varanasi railway station and commercialise areas in and around the station that will help generate revenues.

UK-India Education Research Initiative (UKIERI)

UKIERI is a bilateral education and research programme funded by the U K and I ndian gover n ment. T he programme enabled both India and the UK to “bring together the best practices from both nations and help strengthen ties between India and

UK,” Alan Gemmell, director, British Council India said. According to a statement released by Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT - Kharagpur) recently, the pioneer institute will lead a United Kingdom -India Joint Virtual Centre in Clean Energy. This Joint Virtual Centre will be in partnership with a consortium to develop innovative solutions for integration of renewable energy and storage into the Indian and UK power grid, according to reports. The University of Loughborough will lead the project from UK along w it h I mp e r ia l C ol lege, L ondon , Ma nchester Un iversit y, Wa r w ick University and five other universities and many industries from that country as per the news. UK-India Clean Energy Institute (UKICERI), the multi-institutional centre at Indian Institute of Technology K ha r ag pu r w ill work towa rd s technological innovations on a set of areas related to power network, storage and solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Major purpose of this is to promote massive scale integration of solar power at different voltage levels for on and off-grid. An experimental Solar power park at IIT-KGP will showcase technologies developed by the team. “This will also target remote isolated areas that are not connected to the national grid and are dependent on local electricity generation, which ma kes them vulnerable in times of shortage of power,” the statement said. According to reports, the team from India involves several premiere institutes along with PSUs such as Power G r id Cor poration of India Limited, Power System Operation Corporation Limited, Gujarat Power Corporation Limited etc and private organisations such as Veeral Controls Pvt Ltd, Tata Power Solar, Ecosense, Agni Power and Electronics Pvt Ltd, Vikram Solar, Hertz Power Control etc. Both countries already have a UK India Education Research Initiative (UKIERI) which started in April 2006 with the aim of enhancing educational lin ks bet ween India and the U K. UKIERI has been recognised as a key May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 11

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multi stakeholder programme that has strengthened the educational relations between the two countries and been successful in covering all segments of the education sector. D u r i n g h i s o n goi n g v i s it t o India last year, Professor Sir Leszek Borysiewicz, vice-chancellor of the University of Cambridge, talks about the university’s plans to work with Indian institutions, the new pilot visa scheme for Indian students. The professor talks about the move by the Indian government deciding to allow foreign universities to operate independently in India. “I understand that many of the proposals are still being discussed, but measures that

ecosystem. Diversity in the provision of higher education offers choices and helps to raise standards. Allowing overseas institutions to operate more freely in India will certainly create more opportunities for mobility, and for shar ing of inf rast r uct u re and knowledge. We have noted with interest the recently announced regulations that will make it easier for Indian universities to initiate international col labor at ion s. I hope t hey w il l empower Indian institutions to seek out new international collaborations in areas of strategic importance,” he says. We a r e a g l o b a l l y e n g a g e d university, with strong partnerships around the world, but it has been

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university policy not to open teaching campuses overseas. This would be incompatible with the collegiate, small group education model on which the University relies for the excellence of

its education. Although we have no plans for overseas teaching campuses, we have long had dual or multi-site collaborat ions w it h ou r resea rch partners, including, here in India, National Centre for Biological Sciences and Indian Institute of Science. Joint degrees are not something we are contemplating at the moment, although working closely with strategic par t ners to offer dual deg rees is something that we are already doing, and we would certainly be interested in discussing that with Indian institution.

Academic and industry collaboration with India

By working closely with industries the professionals are putting their e f fo r t s i n t o s ol v i n g r e a l -wo r l d problems –discovering new materials, for instance, or developing better d r ugs, or improvi ng crops. “Ou r relationship with India is based on the same principles. Tata Steel has funded a Professorship in Metallurgy at Cambridge, for instance,” says Borysiewicz. He further added, “On September 12, 2016, we signed a memorandum of understanding with the Bhar ti Fou ndation for the establish ment of a research prog ram me for the improvement of corn crops in India. The research will be led in India by FieldFresh Foods in partnership with Punjab Agricultural University, working closely with Cambridge’s Department of Plant Sciences. This new collaboration not only helps us to address the key problem of global food security, but also enhances our relationships with Indian universities and industry.”

Major steps in the university’s strategic engagement with India

D u r i n g S e p t e m b e r l a s t ye a r, a delegation of Indian women scientists spent time in Cambridge as part of a human resource exchange programme suppor ted by the DBT. Under the Newton-Bhabha research fund, the DBT and Britain’s Medical Research Council (MRC) are funding a Joint C e nt r e fo r C a n c e r Biolog y a n d Therapeutics. This is in addition to the existing partnership for research on

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antimicrobial resistant tuberculosis, also supported by the DBT and MRC, between Chennai’s National Institute fo r Tu b e r c u l o s i s R e s e a r c h a n d Cambridge’s Department of Medicine. The university has now incorporated a not-for-profit Section 8 subsidiary company in India, called Cambridge India Research Foundation, which will allow us to support collaborative work with Indian partners, says reports. “Our strategy is underpinned by widening and deepening collaborations with India’s finest research institutions, and by constant interactions with the government agencies that support those collaborations. Our work with India’s Department of Biotechnology (DBT) is a very good example. We recently established five lectureships with the DBT, allowing five young scientists – four of whom are Indian – to divide their time between Cambridge and India to carry out research on subjects including plant science, medicine, genetics and engineering,” shares Borysiewicz. LV PEI c ol l a b or at e s w it h t he University of Sheffield for a workshop on treating damaged corneas The University of Sheffield, UK and L V Prasad Eye Institute, India jointly organised a four-day workshop from April 20 – 23, 2017 in Hyderabad to discuss innovative scientific solutions for treating damaged corneas, a part of the eye essential for sight. This workshop on “Application of innovative chemistry and biomaterials to treat corneas damaged by trauma, disease and infection” is part of the Newton-Bhabha Researcher Links programme, aimed at bringing together UK researchers with their counterparts in India, to exchange ideas and solve

global problems. The delegates were mostly early career scientists with expertise in either chemistry or biomaterials, from both

University of Edinburgh, University College London, University of Manchester, University of Warwick will be partnering with leading Indian research institutes such as IISERKolkata, ICT-Mumbai, IIT Delhi, IIT-Kanpur, JNCASR-Bangalore India and the UK. They were selected from a large and competitive pool of applications. Stephen Haw thor ne, D e p u t y C h ief E xe c u t ive , Roy a l Society of Chemistry, explains, “This is an exciting opportunity for young experts, from diverse backgrounds and with new ideas, to come together and focus on the practical clinical problems of cor neal blindness. Through the workshop, we hope to establish new collaborations between the UK and

India, and nurture a new generation of young scientists able to respond to this urgent clinical need.” Moreover, leading UK institutions such as Universit y of Edinburgh, University College London, University of Manchester, University of Warwick will be partnering with leading Indian research institutes such as IISERKolkata, ICT-Mumbai, IIT Delhi, IIT-Kanpur, JNCASR-Bangalore to conduct workshops on Clean Energy, Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR), Nanomaterials and Green Technologies in 2017. MoU signed for a joint India-UK collaborative centre in crop-science A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed for establishing a joint India-UK collaborative centre in crop-science. Aims and objectives of the centre are quite a few, including establishment of a Research Centre located in India, establishment of a joint fellowship programme in plant sciences to facilitate the exchange of PhD st udents and Postdoctoral researchers between the partnering UK and Indian institutions, integration with continuing DBT-UK activities (such as the DBT-Cambridge Lectureships and the UK-India Virtual Joint Centres in Agricultural Nitrogen), capacity building, leadership development and developing robust farmer outreach components. The aim of the MoU is to develop a long term partnership between India and UK in Plant Sciences. Steps have been initiated and joint activities have commenced which are detailed below:•

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partnership with University of Cambridge, UK have initiated research- or iented lect u reship programme at Cambridge Universit y and a par t ner institute in India. The duration of lectureship is for a fixed term of five year of which three year of this will be in India and two year will be in Universit y of Cambridge. Five applicants have been selected and are working under the joint unestablished post of Lectureship. Four India-UK Virtual Joint Centres in Agricultural Nitrogen have been established which will eventually integrate into the activities of Joint Plant Science Research Centre. •

Workshop Women Agriculture Scientists in Cambridge: This workshop was a direct result of the joint UK-India collaboration programme in crop science. Twenty five scientists in Agriculture were sent to Cambridge for a five day leadership training programme during 4th-10th September 2016.

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OUR STRATEGY IS UNDERPINNED BY WIDENING AND DEEPENING COLLABORATIONS WITH INDIA’S FINEST RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS, AND BY CONSTANT INTERACTIONS WITH THE GOVERNMENT AGENCIES THAT SUPPORT THOSE COLLABORATIONS How Brexit could herald a new era of India-UK ties Over the run-up to this very moment, the Prime Minster had been clear of her priorities—to have immigration control over the access to the single

market, termed as Hard Brexit. This is against the wishes of the financial services industry and business, which want access to the single market and retain the free movement of European citizen’s rights to enable them to continue operations in Britain. Apart from providing a free trade market base, the EU also offers a source of skilled and unskilled labour which vitally fills the shortfall in the UK and keeps its economic engines running.

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Whilst this does sound gloomy for Europe, such a scenario also provides an interesting opportunity for India. As part of one of the most valued and skilled workforces in the world, Indians have been undertaking vital roles in professions such as medicine, science, research, information technology, law and academia. Britain will now once again seek to establish a cross-country partnership with its Commonwealth ally for filling the market void. Prime Minister Theresa May, however, is expected to put in place a very high quality threshold for those who want to work in the United Kingdom.

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Redefining Education through Professionalism

it h t he advent of private universities along with plethora of courses, students often are in a fix while choosing the appropriate career path. In the hustle and bustle of results, the upcoming professional course are a sigh of relief for students. While the majority of students select the common courses like engineering and medical etc., some still select the private players and innovative career paths. The problem is in higher education in India mainly due to legion. Various upcom i ng u n iversit ies a re bringing a ray of hope wherein they provide various subjects based on student’s interest a nd choice. Such elect ive courses provide students with diversified knowledge. Given are the different colleges from different prominent streams of the country to provide a wider u nderstanding of different streams for higher education.

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ENGINEERING

ngineering education is among the key enablers of growth for transforming India’s economy”. For better understanding of the Engineering fundamentals, it is essential that more real life practical examples be shown for the students to visualise them, not as 2-D sketches but as real 3-D products/ components and applications. Did you know that India produces close to 1.5 million engineers per year which is more than the US and China combined? India’s obsession with engineering and particularly the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) has been an all consuming feature in the lives of almost a million families who aspire to score a seat in these coveted institutions. With a slim acceptance rate of 2 per cent, they filter the most intelligent minds in the country and incubate them for their destiny. Private institutions like Vellore Institute of Technology and Birla Institute of Technology are close on their heels with a similar dedication to research but the added advantage of f lexibility and dynamicity in curriculum Looking at the number of engineering colleges in India and the number of engineers coming out of these colleges, the questions that comes in everyone’s minds are, “Does India need so many engineers? Are they all employable? The negativism brought forth by such questions has crippled engineering education in India. In this global era, rather than focus on India, the question should be whether the world needs so many engineers. The answer is a big “yes.” Is there a need for scientists? The answer is again, “yes.” The world needs in plenty well-equipped, talented graduates with the right attitude. There are job opportunities for those who have the potential. In addition, opportunities for self-employment are also plenty for innovative and energetic minds. The national love affair with the profession of Engineering can be easily rationalised if one is in the mood – students of science with a focus on practical application? Of course that’s the kind of human capital that a country in the process of building itself would need. But somewhere along the line, aided by the BPO, IT and other miscellaneous booms, engineering has stopped being seen as the bedrock for development, but rather the minimum qualification for the acquisition of seemingly any job whatsoever.

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Medical science

edical Science is the study or practice of medicine. It covers a wide range of health care practices which include prevention and treatment of illness to maintain and restore health. Medical is one of the professions which has the most stable future because there is no dearth of clients who want to get well or look well. NO profession commands such profit and respect as the medical profession. The Medical Council of India and the Dental Council of India were set up under ACTs of Parliament with a view to regulate medical and dental education in the country. Under the provisions of Regulations of the two statuary bodies, no medical or dental college can be established or increase their capacity without prior approval of the Central Government. As per section 10A of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 and the Destistry Act, 1948, the Central Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s permission to such colleges are granted initially for one year, i.e., for admitting only one batch of students in a calendar year. The permissions are to be renewed on yearly basis after verification of achievements of annual targets. This process is continued till such time the full required infrastructure is created and recognition is granted under the relevant Act. 18 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

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MANAGEMENT

anagement education offers all necessary tools to equip one with the necessary techniques of successfully handling various business and management related issues. Basic tools which will enable you to make contributions to global economy. India has developed very good management talent over the years and this is perhaps most aptly demonstrated by the graduates from the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). Now there are more students passing out of Indian B-schools and these young managers are collectively coming together with older experienced managers to create a managerial cadre that has diverse skill sets and who are able to operate successfully both in India and internationally. There are roughly 30,000 IIM graduates and they form the backbone of Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s management talent. In fact, an attempt is being made to get all the IIM alumni and institutes together and form a global pan-IIM network to put this combined talent to better project the Indian management brand. We can also increasingly see the emergence of entrepreneurialism as management graduates with more experience leave their jobs and join newer graduates to start their own ventures. This will help to broad-base economic growth in India beyond the traditional promoter families. These are changes that we are currently seeing taking place in India. Whether we have something that is definably â&#x20AC;&#x153;Indianâ&#x20AC;? in our management style will require further exploration, research and articulation. But the thought process in this direction has certainly started.

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Mass Communication

ass Communication is a collective term used to describe the academic study of various means of communication by which individuals and entities relay information to large segments of the population all at once through mass media. The Mass Communication is the study of mass media and mass media includes all types of medium used to convey the information to the audience. Journalism being concerned with collection and dissemination of news through the print media as well as the electronic media, involves various areas of works like reporting, writing, editing, photographing, broadcasting or cable-casting news items. The graduates of Journalism and Mass Communication programs work in a variety of fields in news media and publishing, public relations and research institutes. Specialised courses in mass communication offer students an in-depth knowledge and functioning of various media like television, radio and the internet. Successful completion of mass communication courses open a plethora of opportunities for students in various fields of advertising, journalism, public relations, event management, broadcast journalism, internet and radio. mass communication and journalism shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be confused as the same thing, mass communication is the exchange of information on a large scale to a large number of people while journalism is a part of mass communication that deals with news writing and reporting on newspaper, radio or television.

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HUMANITIES

he term ‘Humanities’ comes from a Latin word “humanus” which means human, culture and refined. The subjects under humanities are committed to studying aspects of the human condition with a critical approach. Academically, humanities is referred to as the study of arts, whose branches such as literature, philosophy. architecture, painting etc. are concerned with human thought, feelings and reactions. Studying any of the subjects under this category offers the student an insight into what is important in life and what can be done to make the present situation better. It pushes students to not take anything at face value and instead encourages them to do a thorough research and then form a consolidated opinion of their own. Arts courses in India have a long history but it is only now that they are moving away from their age-old perception of being the last resort for a ‘weak’ student. Some of the famous people who revolutionised the world with their ideas studied different disciplines in humanities, noteworthy among them being Karl Marx, Lenin and S.Radhakrishnan. Some of the popular courses pursued by students in this stream include history, philosophy, literature, psychology, sociology and public administration amongst others. The subjects in Humanities offer students the unique chance of learning not only traditional wisdom, but the chance to bring that wisdom to bear on a range of contemporary economic, religious, political and social questions that are at the heart of human culture and life. It is one of the most intellectually stimulating courses and no longer a second-rung option as one thought earlier. Careers in Humanities are emerging as a very lucrative option and one should not hesitate in opting for one, provided you are passionate enough about the subject. Getting into the civil services, a legal career, teaching and journalism are usually the most sought-after options. May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 21

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CAREERCONNECT Presents

Top Best College

CAREERCONNECT proudly presents yet another placement issue which brings to you the of the most sought after colleges in both public and private category. The purpose behind parameters, to help students make better choices. The colle

ENGINEERING ANNAMACHARYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCES, RAJAMPET

GRAPHIC ERA UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN GOVT. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, PUNE

AISECT UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL BENGAL ENG AND SCIENCE UNIVERSITY, SHIBPUR, HOWRAH BHARATH UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI

HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE, CHENNAI HARCOURT BUTLER TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE, KANPUR

BIT, MESRA, RANCHI IIIT, ALLAHABAD BITS PILANI, PILANI IIIT, HYDERABAD CHANDIGARH UNIVERSITY, MOHALI IIT BOMBAY, MUMBAI CMR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, HYDERABAD IIT DELHI, DELHI COIMBATORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, TAMIL NADU IIT GUWAHATI, GUWAHATI COLLEGE OF ENGG, ANNA UNIVERSITY, GUINDY IIT KANPUR , KANPUR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING ROORKEE (COER), ROORKEE IIT KHARAGPUR, KHARAGPUR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, , TRIVANDRUM IIT MADRAS, CHENNAI COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING,ANDHRA UNIVERSITY, VISHAKHAPATNAM DELHI COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, NEW DELHI

IIT ROORKEE, ROORKEE INSTITUTE OF AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING, DUNDIGAL

DHIRUBHAI AMBANI IICT, GANDHINAGAR INDIAN SCHOOL OF MINES, DHANBAD DIT UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN IT-BHU, , VARANASI DR. C.V. RAMAN UNIVERSITY, BILASPUR GIAN JYOTI INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT & TECHNOLOGY, PUNJAB GL BAJAJ INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT, GREATER NOIDA 22 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

JADAVPUR UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF ENGG & JNTU, HYDERABAD MALVIYA NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, JAIPUR

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es for Placements

e Best Colleges for Placements across the country. Presented below is an extensive list d this endeavour is to highlight positioning of institutes after analysing them on various eges appear alphabetically against each level of star rating. MANIPAL UNIVERSITY, MANIPAL

PSG COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, COIMBATORE

MANIT, BHOPAL

PATEL GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS , BHOPAL

MODY UNIVERSITY, RAJASTHAN

PUNJAB ENGINEERING COLLEGE, CHANDIGARH

MOTILAL NEHRU NATIONAL INST. OF TECHNOLOGY, ALLAHABAD

QUANTUM GLOBAL CAMPUS, ROORKEE ROORKEE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, ROORKEE

MUMBAI UNIVERSITY INST OF CHEMICAL TECH, MUMBAI NETAJI SUBHAS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, NEW DELHI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENURSHIP AND MANAGEMENT, SONEPAT

R.V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING , BANGALORE SHREENIDHI INSTITUTE OF SCIENECE AND TECHNOLOGY, HYDERABAD SIT, CALCUTTA SSN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, CHENNAI

NIT DURGAPUR, DURGAPUR SONA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, SALEM NIT, JAMSHEDPUR ST. MARTINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ENGINEERING COLLEGE, HYDERABAD NIT, KOZHIKODE SVNIT, SURAT NIT, KURUKSHETRA THAPAR INSTT OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY, PATIALA NIT, ROURKELA UNIVERSITY VISVESVARAYA COLLEGE OF ENGG, BANGALORE NIT, SURATKAL UTTRANCHAL UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN NIT, TRICHY VIT UNIVERSITY, VELLORE NIT, WARANGAL VJTI, MUMBAI OSMANIA UNIV. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, HYDERABAD

VNIT, NAGPUR

MEDICAL SCIENCE ALL INDIA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (AIIMS), DELHI AN MAGADH MEDICAL COLLEGE, GAYA

ARMED FORCES MEDICAL COLLEGE (AFMC),PUNE BANGALORE MEDICAL COLLEGE AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE (BMCRI), BANGALORE May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 23

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BJ MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJMC), PUNE

LADY HARDINGE MEDICAL COLLEGE (LHMC) DELHI

BJ MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJMC), AHMEDABAD BURDWAN MEDICAL COLLEGE, BURDWAN, WEST BENGAL CALICUT MEDICAL COLLEGE, CALICUT CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE (CMC), VELLORE GANDHI MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL HYDERABAD (GMCH), SECUNDERABAD GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE (GMCH), CHANDIGARH GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE, PATIALA GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE, MYSORE

LOKMANYA TILAK MUNICIPAL MEDICAL COLLEGE (LTMMC), MUMBAI MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE (MMC) , CHENNAI MAULANA AZAD MEDICAL COLLEGE (MAMC), DELHI MEDICAL COLLEGE , KOLKATA MEDICITI INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, HYDERABAD NIMS UNIVERSITY, JAIPUR OSMANIA MEDICAL COLLEGE, HYDERABAD

GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE, AMRITSAR

PADMASHREE DR D Y PATIL MEDICAL COLLEGE (DYPMC), PUNE

GRANT MEDICAL COLLEGE (GMC) , MUMBAI

PATNA MEDICAL COLLEGE, PATNA

GSVM MEDICAL COLLEGE, KANPUR

PT BD SHARMA POSTGRADUATE INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (PGIMS), ROHTAK

GURU GOVIND SINGH MEDICAL COLLEGE, FARIDKOT

RG KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE, KOLKATA

HI-TECH MEDICAL COLLEGE, BHUBANESWAR

ROHILKHAND MEDICAL COLLEGE, BAREILLY

INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES - BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY (BHU), VARANASI

SETH GORDHANDAS SUNDERDAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, MUMBAI

INSTITUTE OF POST GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION & RESEARCH, KOLKATA

SETH GS MEDICAL COLLEGE (SGSMC , MUMBAI

INSTITUTE OF POST GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, KOLKATA JAWAHARLAL INSTITUTE OF POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION & RESEARCH (JIPMER), PUDUCHERRY

SGRD INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES & RESEARCH, AMRITSAR SIKSHA O ANUSANDHAN UNIVERSITY (SOA), BHUBANESWAR SN MEDICAL COLLEGE, AGRA

JAWAHARLAL NEHRU MEDICAL COLLEGE , ALIGARH

SRI RAMACHANDRA MEDICAL COLLEGE & RESEARCH INSTITUTE (SRMCRI), CHENNAI

KEMPEGOWDA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (KIMS), BANGALORE

SRM UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI

KILPAUK MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHENNAI

SUBHARTI UNIVERSITY, MEERUT

KING GEORGE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW

ST JOHNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MEDICAL COLLEGE (SJ MEDICAL COLLEGE), BANGALORE

KJ SOMAIYYA MEDICAL COLLEGE & RESEARCH CENTRE, MUMBAI

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (UCMS), DELHI

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management AISECT UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL BHARATH UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI BHARATHIDASAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT [BIM], THIRUCHIRAPALLI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - [IIMR], RANCHI INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES - [DMS IISC], BANGALORE

CHANDIGARH UNIVERSITY, MOHALI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MADRAS - [IITM], CHENNAI

CHRIST UNIVERSITY, BANGALORE

INDIAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - [ISB], HYDERABAD

COER SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, ROORKEE

INDIAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - [ISB], MOHALI

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT - [BITS], PILANI

INDUSTRIAL AND MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING, IIT KANPUR- [IME IIT], KANPUR

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES IIT DELHI [DMS IITD], NEW DELHI DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - [DMS IIT], ROORKEE DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - [DOMS IIT], CHENNAI DR. C.V. RAMAN UNIVERSITY, BILASPUR

INSTITUTE FOR FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & RESEARCH - [IFMR], CHENNAI INSTITUTE OF FINANCE & INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT - [IFIM BUSINESS SCHOOL], BANGALORE INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY - [IMT], GHAZIABAD

FORE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, NEW DELHI

INSTITUTE OF RURAL MANAGEMENT - [IRMA], ANAND

GL BAJAJ INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT, GREATER NOIDA

INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE - [IMI], NEW DELHI

GRAPHIC ERA UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN

JAMNALAL BAJAJ INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES -[JBIMS], MUMBAI

GREAT LAKES INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, CHENNAI ICFAI BUSINESS SCHOOL - [IBS], HYDERABAD INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE - [IIFT], NEW DELHI INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - [IIM], LUCKNOW INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - [IIM], INDORE

KJ SOMAIYA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES AND RESEARCH - [SIMSR], MUMBAI LOYOLA INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION [LIBA], CHENNAI LOVELY PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY, PHAGWARA MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE - [MCC], CHENNAI MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE - [MDI], GURGAON

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - [IIM], ROHTAK

MICA - THE SCHOOL OF IDEAS, AHMEDABAD

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - [IIMC], KOLKATA

NARSEE MONJEE INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES - [NMIMS UNIVERSITY], MUMBAI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - [IIMK], KOZHIKODE

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION MANAGEMENT, HYDERABAD May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 25

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING - [NITIE], MUMBAI

SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT [SIBMB], BANGALORE

SHAHEED SUKHDEV COLLEGE OF BUSINESS STUDIES - [SSCBS], NEW DELHI

SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES [SIMS], PUNE

SHAILESH J. MEHTA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT [SJMSOM], MUMBAI

T. A. PAI MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE - [TAPMI], MANIPAL

SP JAIN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH - [SPJIMR], MUMBAI

UNIVERSITY OF DELHI, FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES - [FMS], NEW DELHI

SYDENHAM INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, RESEARCH & ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION [SIMSREE], MUMBAI

VINOD GUPTA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT - [VGSOM], KHARAGPUR

SYMBIOSIS CENTRE FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - [SCIT], PUNE SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT , PUNE

XAVIER INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - [XIMB], BHUBANESWAR XAVIER LABOUR RELATIONS INSTITUTE - [XLRI], JAMSHEDPUR

MASS COMM ASIAN COLLEGE OF JOURNALISM - [ACJ], CHENNAI

KAMALA NEHRU COLLEGE, NEW DELHI

AMITY SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION - [ASCO], NOIDA

KISHINCHAND CHELLARAM COLLEGE - [KC COLLEGE] CHURCHGATE, MUMBAI

APEEJAY INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION [AIMC], NEW DELHI

LALA LAJPAT RAI COLLEGE OF COMMERCE AND ECONOMICS, MUMBAI

CHITKARA UNIVERSITY - [CU], PATIALA LINGAYA’S UNIVERSITY, FARIDABAD CHRIST UNIVERSITY, BANGALORE MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE - [MCC], CHENNAI DELHI COLLEGE OF ARTS AND COMMERCE - [DCAC], NEW DELHI

MANAV RACHNA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY [MRIU], FARIDABAD

DR. C.V. RAMAN UNIVERSITY , BILASPUR FILM AND TELEVISION INSTITUTE OF INDIA - [FTII], PUNE

MANORAMA SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION [MASCOM], KOTTAYAM MICA - THE SCHOOL OF IDEAS, AHMEDABAD

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM AND NEW MEDIA - [IIJNM], BANGALORE

NIMS UNIVERSITY, JAIPUR

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION [IIMC], NEW DELHI

NOIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY - [NIU], GAUTAM BUDH NAGAR

INDRAPRASTHA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN - [IP], NEW DELHI

RAMNARAIN RUIA COLLEGE, MUMBAI SOPHIA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, MUMBAI

INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES - [IMS], NOIDA INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA TECHNOLOGY - [IMCMT], KURUKSHETRA JAGANNATH UNIVERSITY, JAIPUR 26 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

SRI GURU GOBIND SINGH COLLEGE OF COMMERCE, NEW DELHI ST ANDREW’S COLLEGE OF ARTS SCIENCE AND COMMERCE, MUMBAI

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ST. XAVIER’S COLLEGE, MUMBAI

UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE - [UOM], MYSORE

SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION (UNDER GRADUATE) - [SIMCUG], PUNE

VIVEKANANDA INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES - [VIPS], NEW DELHI

TIMES SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM- [TSJ], NEW DELHI

XAVIER INSTITUTE OF COMMUNICATIONS - [XIC], MUMBAI

HUMaNITIES CHRIST UNIVERSITY (DEPT OF ARTS), BENGALURU

MEHR CHAND MAHAJAN DAV COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, CHANDIGARH

DAV COLLEGE, SECTOR 10, CHANDIGARH

MES COLLEGE, BENGALURU

DELHI COLLEGE, DELHI

MIRANDA HOUSE, DELHI

DR. BR AMBEDKAR DEGREE COLLEGE, HYDERABAD

MITHIBHAI COLLEGE, MUMBAI

ETHIRAJ COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, CHENNAI

MOUNT CARMEL COLLEGE, BENGALURU

FERGUSSON COLLEGE, PUNE

RAMJAS COLLEGE, DELHI

GARGI COLLEGE, DELHI

RAMNARAIN RUIA COLLEGE, MUMBAI

GOSWAMI GANESH DUTTA SANATAN DHARMA COLLEGE, CHANDIGARH HANSRAJ COLLEGE, DELHI

SACRED HEART COLLEGE, KOCHI SOPHIA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, MUMBAI

HINDU COLLEGE, DELHI SRI RAM COLLEGE, DELHI INDRAPRASTHA COLLEGE, DELHI SRI VENKATESHWARA COLLEGE, DELHI ISABELLA THOBURN COLLEGE, LUCKNOW JESUS AND MARY COLLEGE, DELHI

ST JOSEPH COLLEGE , BENGALURU ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, HYDERABAD

KAMALA NEHRU COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, DELHI ST. STEPHEN’S COLLEGE, DELHI KISHINCHAND CHELLARAM COLLEGE, MUMBAI ST. TERESA’S COLLEGE, KOCHI KJ SOMAIYA COLLEGE, MUMBAI ST. XAVIER COLLEGE, AHMEDABAD KRISTU JAYANTI COLLEGE, BENGALURU LADY SHRI RAM COLLEGE, DELHI

STELLA MARIS COLLEGE, CHENNAI

LOYOLA COLLEGE , CHENNAI

SYMBIOSIS COLLEGE, PUNE

MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, CHENNAI

WOMEN’S CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, CHENNAI

MAHARAJA AGRASEN COLLEGE, DELHI May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 27

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Top Best Colleg ENGINEERING AISECT UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, INDORE

BIRLA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, RANCHI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, KANPUR

BHARATH UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, KHARAGPUR

CMR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, HYDERABAD INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, MADRAS CHANDIGARH UNIVERSITY, MOHALI INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, MANDI DR. C.V. RAMAN UNIVERSITY, BILASPUR INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, PATNA GL BAJAJ INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT, GREATER NOIDA HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE, CHENNAI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ROORKEE INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ROPAR

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (BHU), VARANASI

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ROURKELA

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENURSHIP AND MANAGEMENT, SONEPAT

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, TIRUCHIRAPPALLI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, BOMBAY

SARDAR VALLABHBHAI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, SURAT

INSTITUTE OF AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING, DUNDIGAL

SHREENIDHI INSTITUTE OF SCIENECE AND TECHNOLOGY, HYDERABAD

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, DELHI VELLORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, VELLORE INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, GANDHINAGAR INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, GUWAHATI

VISVESVARYA NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, NAGPUR

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, HYDERABAD

VIT UNIVERSITY, VELLORE

MEDICAL SCIENCE ALL INDIA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (AIIMS), DELHI

B.J. MEDICAL COLLEGE AND SASSOON HOSPITAL, PUNE BANGALORE MEDICAL COLLEGE (BMC), BANGALORE

AMRITA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE & RESEARCH INSTITUTE (AIMS), KOCHI

CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE (CMC), LUDHIANA

ARMED FORCES MEDICAL COLLEGE (AFMC), PUNE

CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE (CMC), VELLORE

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ges for Faculties GRANT MEDICAL COLLEGE, MUMBAI

MANIPAL UNIVERSITY, MANIPAL

INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, VARANASI

MAULANA AZAD MEDICAL COLLEGE (MAMC), DELHI

JIPMER COLLEGE, PUDUCHERRY

OSMANIA MEDICAL COLLEGE, HYDERABAD

KASTURBA MEDICAL COLLEGE (KMC), MANIPAL

SETH G.S. MEDICAL COLLEGE, MUMBAI

KING GEORGE MEDICAL COLLEGE, CMM MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW LADY HARDINGE MEDICAL COLLEGE (LHMC), DELHI

SRI RAMACHANDRA MEDICAL COLLEGE AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE, CHENNAI ST. JOHNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE & RESEARCH CENTRE, NEW DELHI

MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHENNAI

MANAGEMENT AISECT UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL

INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, NIRMA UNIVERSITY, AHMEDABAD

COER SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, ROORKEE INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC ENTERPRISE, HYDERABAD DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, ANNA UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI

INSTITUTE OF RURAL MANAGEMENT, ANAND

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, IIT DELHI

MANIPAL UNIVERSITY, MANIPAL

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, MADRAS

MODY UNIVERSITY, RAJASTHAN

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ROORKEE

NARSEE MONJEE INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, MUMBAI PATEL GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS, BHOPAL

DR. C.V. RAMAN UNIVERSITY, BILASPUR QUANTUM GLOBAL CAMPUS, ROORKEE GL BAJAJ INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT & TECHNOLOGY, GREATER NOIDA

SHAILESH J MEHTA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, BOMBAY

GREAT LAKES INSITITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, CHENNAI SP JAIN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH, MUMBAI IBS BUSINESS SCHOOL, HYDERABAD TA PAI MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE, MANIPAL INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, AHMEDABAD INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, BANGALORE

VINOD GUPTA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, KHARAGPUR

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, CALCUTTA

XAVIER INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, BHUBANESWAR

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, INDORE

XAVIER SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, JAMSHEDPUR May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 29

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MASS COMM AMITY SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION, NOIDA

KAMALA NEHRU COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, DELHI

ASIAN COLLEGE OF JOURNALISM - [ACJ], CHENNAI

LADY SHRI RAM COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, DELHI

CHRIST UNIVERSITY, BANGALORE

MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE - [MCC], CHENNAI

DELHI COLLEGE OF ARTS & COMMERCE, NEW DELHI

MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, CHENNAI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM AND NEW MEDIA - [IIJNM], BANGALORE

MANIPAL INSTITUTE OF COMMUNICATIONS, MANIPAL MANORAMA SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION, KOTTAYAM

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION [IIMC], NEW DELHI INDRAPRASTHA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, NEW DELHI

SOPHIA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, MUMBAI SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF MEDIA &AMP; COMMUNICATION, PUNE

INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA TECHNOLOGY - [IMCMT], KURUKSHETRA

TIMES SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM- [TSJ], NEW DELHI

K.C. COLLEGE OF ARTS, SCIENCE AND COMMERCE, MUMBAI

XAVIER INSTITUTE OF COMMUNICATIONS - [XIC], MUMBAI

HUMANITIES BANASTHALI UNIVERSITY, RAJASTHAN

LOYOLA COLLEGE, CHENNAI

CHANDIGARH UNIVERSITY, MOHALI

MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE (MCC), CHENNAI

CHRIST UNIVERSITY, BANGALORE

MIRANDA HOUSE, NEW DELHI

FERGUSSON COLLEGE, PUNE

MODY UNIVERSITY, RAJASTHAN

GRAPHIC ERA UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN

MOUNT CARMEL COLLEGE, BANGALORE

HANSRAJ COLLEGE, DELHI

RAMJAS COLLEGE, DELHI

HINDU COLLEGE, NEW DELHI

SRI RAM COLLEGE OF COMMERCE (SRCC), DELHI

INDRAPRASTHA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, DELHI SRI VENKATESWARA COLLEGE, DELHI JESUS & MARY COLLEGE (JMC), DELHI K J SOMAIYA COLLEGE OF ARTS & COMMERCE, MUMBAI

ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, DELHI ST. STEPHEN’S COLLEGE, NEW DELHI

LADY SHRI RAM COLLEGE (LSR) FOR WOMEN, DELHI

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ST.XAVIER’S COLLEGE, AHMEDABAD

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Top Best Colleges engineering BITS PILANI GOA

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (IIT), DELHI

COER SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, ROORKEE

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (IIT), KANPUR

DELHI TECH. UNIVERSITY (DTU), DELHI

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (IIT), MUMBAI

FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE, DEHRADUN

INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY (IT-BHU), VARANASI

GL BAJAJ INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT & TECHNOLOGY, GREATER NOIDA

LOVELY PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY, PHAGWARA

GNA UNIVERSITY, PUNJAB

MANIPAL UNIVERSITY, MANIPAL

GRAPHIC ERA UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENURSHIP AND MANAGEMENT, SONEPAT

HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE, CHENNAI

MODY UNIVERSITY, RAJASTHAN

IIT GUWAHATI

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (NIT), TIRUCHIRAPALLI

IIT KHARAGPUR

NIT SRINAGAR

IIT ROORKEE

RMK ENGINEERING COLLEGE

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE

SIKKIM MANIPAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (IIT), CHENNAI

VIT UNIVERSITY, VELLORE

MEDICAL SCIENCE ALL INDIA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (AIIMS), NEW DELHI

MANIPAL UNIVERSITY, MANIPAL INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, BHU, VARANASI

AMRITA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, KOCHI JIPMER, PONDICHERRY ARMED FORCES MEDICAL COLLEGE (AFMC), PUNE

KASTURBA MEDICAL COLLEGE, MANIPAL

BANGALORE MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE

KING GEORGE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW

BJ GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE, PUNE

SETH GS MEDICAL COLLEGE, MUMBAI

CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE (CMC), VELLORE

ST. JONH MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE

CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE, LUDHIANA

SUBHARTI UNIVERSITY, MEERUT

GRANT GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE, MUMBAI

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MANORAMA SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION, KOTTAYAM

INDRAPRASTHA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, NEW DELHI SOPHIA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, MUMBAI K.C. COLLEGE OF ARTS, SCIENCE AND COMMERCE, MUMBAI

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MEHR CHAND MAHAJAN DAV COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, CHANDIGARH

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Aviation industry provides wide spectrum of career options to the students, but although career as an air hostess or flying steward is the most popular among students. However, there are also several other lucrative options which industry offers to the person. Gaurav Dubey in the story has compiled some of the best courses offered by the aviation industry which will surely widen the thinking of students who have a dream of giving wings to their career.

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eople who work in aviation industry can be often heard saying, “The dullest day in aviation still tops the most interesting day of almost any other industry.” Vibrance of the Aviation sector attracts several students every year to make their career in the industry. In the present scenario, Aviation sector has been providing numerous job opportunities to graduates in India. In the past, there weren’t many courses that focused on the aviation sector and groomed students to take on roles in that sector. Usually, graduates of any discipline used to apply for aviation jobs. They used to get trained after they were selected after an interview. With the passage of time, professional institutes providing specialised courses opened in India. Now many aviation sector-oriented courses have emrged, which cater to the needs of the aviation Industry. Career prospects and the possibility of landing in a high paying job in Aviation sector depends a lot on the quality of the Institute from which a student pursue the course. Type of course and aptitude of the candidate also plays a huge role. Hence, an extensive research about an Institute/College before taking admission carries a huge importance. The first thing should be checked

is whether the Institute of your interest is approved and recognised by the appropriate authorities or not. Before selecting a particular course, make sure that you have the aptitude and ability to thrive in the role associated with that course. For example- not everyone can become a Commercial Pilot. If a student doesn’t have the aptitude to become a Pilot, it would be better to choose another Aviation course. Here is the list of courses which can be pursued by students after completing XIIth – • BBA in Airport Management • Diploma in Airport Management • Commercial Pilot Training • Diploma in Ground Staff and Cabin Crew Training • Diploma in Aviation Hospitality • Aeronautical Engineering • B.Sc. Aviation • Diploma in Airfare and Ticketing Management • Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Several st udents ca r r y t he misconception that aviation sector offers very limited number of career choices which ranges from Pilot, Flying Steward, Air Hostess and Ground Handling Task. Apart from these options, the sector offers variety of career options. Let’s discuss above listed options on certain parameters like subjects covered,

eligibility criteria, scope, salary and available job opportunities.

B.B.A. in Airport Management

It is a three years long undergraduate management programme. Several B.B.A. programmes allow students to specialise in certain area or discipline. If we discuss it in terms of aviation industry, it is a program that focuses on the running and management of an airport. If a student is keen on enhancing his/her qualifications, then he/she may also opt for an MBA degree after completing the BBA programme. The course in Airport Management trains students to take on managerial and administrative posts in an Airport. The course material covers following subjects • Introduction to Airport Management • Human Resource Management • Accounting • Financial Management • Marketing • Safety Management Students from any stream, who have passed XIIth standard board examination, are eligible to pursue this course. Minimum marks criteria exists, but it varies from one Institute to another. Usually, it is around 50% marks. After completing the course, graduates may get hired at major International or Domestic Airports. Average starting salary is usually between three - six lakh rupees per year. Job roles available are• Airport Manager • Administrator • Staff Manager • Safety Officer

Diploma in Airport Management

This is an year diploma course which focuses solely on the area of Airport Management. W hen compared to B.B.A. program it does a better job in dealing with the technical details. This diploma doesn’t possess as much value as the B.B.A. programme does. A good way to solve this problem is by going for a Post Graduate Diploma in Airport Management after finishing graduation. Important subjects covered in Diploma in Airport Management course are• Airport Strategy and Functioning • Cargo Management and Handling • Staff Management • Safety and Security Management 38 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

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Students who have passed XIIth Standard (any stream) are eligible to apply for this 1 year long Diploma course. If we talk in terms of recruiters, then domestic as well as International airports are the prime recruiters. Average starting salary is between 2-5 Lakh rupees per annum. Graduates may get the below mentioned positions• Airport Manager • Assistant Manager • Cargo department Manager Commercial Pilot Training Among the many jobs that the Aviation sector provides, this is one of the most glamorous as well as rewarding jobs. However, Commercial Pilot training is very costly. On the other hand, once finished; this course will ensure that you land in a well rewarding job. The course involves practical training as well as theoretical subjects. At the end of the programme, successful candidates get awarded CPL (Commercial Pilot License). Only students who have passed XIIth board exams (with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects) are eligible to apply for this course. Minimum marks criteria exists, which varies between 45%-50% marks in case of most Institutes. Also, candidates have to clear written exam, Pilot Aptitude Test as well as Interview to get selected into the training program. Candidates who successfully clear the examination may opt for the job of commercial or ferry pilots in private or government sector airlines, chartered f lights etc. One may also become a flight instructor after gaining experience. Initial average salary could be anywhere between five to 12 lakh rupees per annum.

have passed XIIth standard board examinations (any stream) are eligible to pursue this course. Both male and female students may pursue this programme. Successful candidates may take on various roles such as, Flight Attendants, Part of Ground staff, Office Operator etc. Initial salary is generally between four to six lakh rupees per annum. Some job posts available are• Air Hostess • Steward • Front end Office operator

Aviation sector has been providing numerous job opportunities to graduates in India Diploma in Aviation Hospitality

Ho s pit a l it y h a s e m e r ge d a s a n i ndispensable element of all the industries; and Aviation sector is no different, it too requires qualified and skilled professionals, who are capable of taking care of hospitality needs of the

Aviation sector. The course duration is 1 year. Important subjects covered in this course are• Introduction to Aviation Hospitality • Communications Skills • Management • Food and Beverage Production • Foreign Languages • Front Office Operations • Computer and IT Skills Students who have passed XIIth standard examinations (any stream) are eligible to apply for this course. Successful candidates may land in jobs such as those of the Cabin crew, Ground staff, Office operators etc. Average initial salary is between four and six lakh rupees per annum.

Aeronautical Engineering

This is a technical course that lasts four years, BE/BTech degree in Aeronautical Engineering will help a person to land in a job related to the Aviation sector. Aeronautical Engineering is all about designing, manufacturing and maintaining Aircraft. Students who have passed XIIth with the science stream are eligible to apply for this course. Students have to clear national as well as state level entrance tests to get admission in recognised institutes. Graduates could be hired by

Diploma in Ground Staff and Cabin Crew Training

This diploma course is aimed to train students for the roles of Air Hostess and Flights Stewards. The course duration varies from institute to institute, but it is generally six months or a year long in duration. Some of the important subjects taught in this course are – Com munication Skills, Customer Services, In Flight Training, Safety and First Aid procedures, Food and Beverage production and serving. Students who May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 39

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private airlines. They can work on jobs posts like that of the Chief Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, Design Engineer etc. Average starting salary is generally between three-five lakh rupees per annum.

B.Sc. Aviation

B.Sc. in Aviation is a three years undergraduate degree programme. This course covers topics such as Air Regulations, Navigation, Meteorology, Aircraft and Engine, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Security, Flight Safety and Crew Management. After pursuing this course, successful candidates may take up jobs such as Air Traffic Controller, Ground Operations Staff, Cargo Management Staff, Ticketing staff etc. One may also go for PG courses related to Aviation sector, such as M.Sc. Aviation Safety and the relevant MBA and PG Diploma Courses. If interested, successful candidates may also go for CPL training. Students who have passed XIIth board examination (with Physics and Mathematics subjects) from a recognized board are eligible to pursue this course. Minimum marks criteria may exist in case of many institutes (around 50% marks, may vary from one institute to another). Graduates could get job at Airports. Diverse job opportunities

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are available to the Aviation graduates. They may take on technical jobs such as Air Traffic Control, Safety Management and Technical Ground Operations. They may also take on management related jobs. Initial salary depends on the job profile and job location. It could be anywhere between two-four lakh rupees per year.

Diploma in Airfare and Ticketing Management

This course will suit those who want to take up a ground duty job. It is a Diploma certificate course. Course duration could be between six months to a year. This course is available in part time as well as full time formats. The course covers topics such as, airline codes, ticketing

THE POSSIBILITY OF LANDING IN A HIGH PAYING JOB IN AVIATION SECTOR DEPENDS A LOT ON THE QUALITY OF THE INSTITUTE FROM WHICH A STUDENT PURSUE THE COURSE ter minology, electronic ticketing, passport and visas, foreign exchange, airfares and ticketing software. After

pursuing this course, one will be able to find job in the ticketing department. Ticketing courses are also available in the form of combination courses. An example is that of Diploma in Travel Management and Air Ticketing. There are various course combinations available, like the one mentioned above. Students who have passed XIIth board examination (any stream viz Science, Commerce or Arts) or equivalent from a recognised boards are eligible to pursue this course. Graduates could find jobs at airports. Front office jobs can be easily bagged by Ticketing course Diploma holders. Airline customer care and service is another area where one may find a job, after completing this course. Average starting salary is around twothree lakh rupees per annum.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME)

AME is a three years long technical training course. Academic programme is two and half years long. After the academic programme, students also have to undergo 6 months long internship program. On successfully completing academic program and internship, one will be awarded AME license by the DGCA. Aircraft maintenance engineers deal with inspection, maintenance and servicing of aircraft. Licensed AME professionals are usually hired by government airline as well as private airlines. Aviation organisations, Aircraft Maintenance Firms and Flying Schools are also known to recruit aircraft maintenance engineers. For more details about this training course, check out the detailed guide for AME Course. St udents who have passed 10+2 Science stream (with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects) with minimum 50 per cent aggregate marks are eligible to pursue this course. Diploma holders (with minimum 50 per cent aggregate marks) are also eligible to pursue the course. Government Airline, Private Airlines, Aviation Organisations, Aircraft Maintenance Firms and Flying Schools known to recruit the AME professionals. They may also work for f irms manufacturing aircraft parts. Initial salary is generally around three-five lakh rupees per annum.

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From Penc to Pixels A career in animation If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re considering pursuing a career in animation, the next step is to determine if you have the innate qualities that lend themselves well to the profession. Knowing this information ahead of time will help you avoid wasting time and effort if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not the right fit for you. Tariq Ahmed brings forth an overview of the exciting careers in animation and graphics.

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n li ke you and me, Buzz Lightyear wasn’t born in a day. In fact, the charismatic space cadet from Toy Stor y cherished by children everywhere was intricately designed on a computer screen by an army of animators. That adored astronaut is actually just a series of still images manipulated to create the illusion of movement. And it’s not just children’s movies either. Animators play integral, behindthe-scenes roles in action-packed blockbusters like Transformers, highoctane video games like Halo, trendy television com mercials and much more. A multimedia animator creates a n i mat ion a nd v isu al ef fects for television, movies, video games, and other media. They create two and threedimensional models and animation. Although most multimedia artists are

Read on to get acquainted with the know-hows of the associated careers in the field of animation and graphic design.

self-employed, some work directly for the motion picture and video industry. They often work long hours, especially when facing deadlines. Animators have a unique combination of artistic ability, creativity and technological ability. Animation is even used in marketing, where characters are created to entice consumers to purchase a product or service. So, how would you like to be a part of such exciting projects on a daily basis? In such a specialised and competitive field, it’s important to be sure you’ve got the chops to succeed before investing your time and energy into pursuing a career in animation.

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What does an animator do, anyway?

Animators create cartoons and other animation by using various computer sof t ware, or by hand. They must conduct resea rch to ensu re thei r design is accurate and consistent. If the animator is creating a nature scene in Africa, for example, he will research African plants and wildlife so that his creation is realistic. Once his research is completed, he will generally design characters and draw storyboards. He then creates each frame to coordinate movement w it h i n h is stor y. T he animator also participates in meetings on a regular basis -- he must collaborate with clients, other animators, designers

Multimedia animators typically do the following:

Create graphics and animation using computer programs and illustration • Work with a team of animators and ar tists to create a movie, game, or visual effect, research upcoming projects to help create a realistic design or animation and develop storyboards that map out key scenes in the animation. • Edit animation and effects based on feedback from directors, head animators, game designers, or

clients. Meet with clients, head animators, games designers and directors to review deadlines and development timelines. Multimedia animators often work within a specific type of animation. Some focus on creating animated movies or video games. Others create visual effects for movies and television shows. Visual effects, also called computer-generated images (or CGI), include creating animation from images of actors performing, or designing scenery or backgrounds for locations. A nimators can f u r ther specialise within these fields. Within animated movies and video games, artists often specialise in characters or scenery and background design. Video game artists may focus on ‘level design’; creating the look, feel and layout for the levels of a video game. Usually, multimedia animators work in teams to develop a movie, visual effect, or electronic game. Each animator works on a portion of the project, eventually the pieces come together to create one cohesive animation. Some multimedia animators create their work primarily using computer software or by writing their own computer code. Many animation companies have their own computer animation software that artists must learn to use. Other animators prefer to work by drawing and painting by hand and then translating that work into computer programs. Some multimedia artists use storyboards, which look like a comic strip, to help visualise the final product during the design process. •

How to become a Multimedia Animator?

To be an animator, technology skills, ar tistic talent and communication skills are a must. The ideal animator is also a good storyteller. It is not always essential that the animator hold a college deg ree if she can prove her talent through a portfolio. However, some employers prefer animators have a bachelor’s degree in a program such as computer graphics or animation, particularly employers who specialise in computer animation. Many multimedia animators pursue a

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bachelor’s degree in computer graphics, fine art, art, animation, or a related field to develop a good portfolio of work and learn the strong technical skills that many employers prefer. Employers typically do not require a degree, but they look for workers who have a good portfolio of work and strong technical skills. Programs in computer graphics often include courses in computer science (such as programming) and graphics. Bachelor degree programs in art include courses in painting, drawing and sculpture. Degrees in animation often involve classes in drawing, animation and film. Some schools have specialised degrees in topics such as interactive media or game design. Some a n i mat ion st ud ios have their own sof t ware and computer applications that they use to create films. They give workers on-the-job training to use this software. Animators may be hired for a probationary period while they prove that they have the skills and talent to become a permanent employee. Animators should have artistic ability and a good understanding of colour, texture, and light. However, they may be able to compensate for a lack of artistic ability with better technical skills. Many multimedia animators do most of thei r work using computer programs or writing programming code. However, those with artistic talent may be able to find work without strong computer skills. Animators must be able to think creatively to develop original ideas and make their ideas come to life. They need to be able to work as part of a team and respond well to criticism and feedback.

Technical skill sets required

Perhaps you’ve discovered you possess the natural characteristics needed to succeed in an animation career. But you’re not quite in the clear yet. Those qualities are useless if they aren’t accompanied by the requisite technical skills for animation. In order to give life to their creative ideas, animators must utilise both the artistic right and analytical left side of their brains. You’ll need to possess the perfect

Animators must be able to think creatively to develop original ideas and make their ideas come to life. They need to be able to work as part of a team and respond well to criticism and feedback. combination of practical skills and software savvy to flourish in this field. Here’s a l ist of top 10 sk i l ls employers are seeking in candidates: • Adobe Photoshop • Adobe Indesign • Adobe Illustrator • Adobe Acrobat • UX wireframes • Prototyping • User interface (UI) design • JavaScript • MAYA • 3D modeling

Opportunities and careers

Animating a major motion picture or television show is likely a dream scenario for many aspiring animators,

but the realist in you k nows that there are only so many of these jobs to go around. Probably, ever yone is aware of the fact that the utility of animation is everywhere and are quite familiar with the run-of-the-mill careers in animation. So, we compiled t he follow i ng list of speciali zed opportunities available for animators. Here’s the list of top 5 industries for animators to work for: 1. P r ofe s sio n a l , S c ie nt i f ic a nd Technical Services 2. Educational Services 3. Insurance Carriers and Related Activities 4. Publishing Industries 5. Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries As you can see by the fields listed above, animators aren’t strictly working in animation studios. In fact, most work in industries that might not seem like a logical fit. We broke down some of the lesser-known positions for animators to give you a better idea of the types of animation careers out there. Forensic artists & animators Forensic ar tists work in a highly s p e cia l ise d role whe r e t hey a r e responsible for recreating crime scenes or events. They work closely with witnesses, police officers and other forensic experts to produce visuals or animations to help illustrate how the event or crime played out in addition to sketches of potential suspects. Forensic artists and animators typically have a background in criminal justice as well as animation, as the work requires a strong grasp of the legal system as well May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 45

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as human form. Motion graphic designer Motion graphic designers create visual effects in video or other “moving” formats. These eye catching displays a re com mon used i n adver t isi ng as a way to stand out while still communicating a brand’s message. Oppor t unities for motion graphic designers aren’t just limited to those work i ng i n f i l m a nd t elev ision. Businesses looking to create a visual splash have started increasing demand for these professionals as websites become more and more engaging. Interaction designer Interaction design is another ver y specialised f ield whose growth is closely associated with the increase i n d ig it al applicat ions a nd more sophisticated websites. The goal of an interaction designer is to create a user experience that is both intuitive and visually appealing—often some of the best work goes underappreciated because the experience is seamless. Civil engineering 3D designer Many jobs for animators encourage them to utilise their creativity to come up with wild, out-of-the-box concepts. This job is not one of them—everything you create is f ir mly g rounded in reality—and with good reason! This 46 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

spe cial isat ion is re spon sible for creating realistic 3D models of projects like bridges, tunnels or other complex engineering work that thousands of people will use every day. To work in this field you will need an education in engineering, but the visualisation and design skills that come with being an animator are helpful. Instructional designer Instructional designers are responsible for determining the best way to present information to students or trainees. They often have a background in education and utilize their knowledge of how people learn to create effective teaching materials or visual aids. This job requires a breadth of knowledge and a skill for visual layouts and design is beneficial for presenting the most important information in an eyecatching way. Nature of the work All kinds of artists create art in order to communicate feelings, thoughts or ideas using a variety of methods and materials. They may create art that’s abstract, realistic or stylised. Specifically multi-media artists and animators use computers and other electronic media to create animation, special effects and other visual images on video and f ilm. They typically work in advertising; computer systems

design services and motion picture and video industries. Multi-media artists and animators use computers or draw by hand to create special effects or a series of pictures to form animation for use on computer games, movies and television programs. Some create storyboards from animated features, movies or television commercials to present a series of scenes in a comic strip for so that the advertising agency can evaluate the proposed ideas. Storyboards created by multi-media artists and animators also may provide guidelines for the placement of cameras and actors and other production details for television or motion picture sets. Other multi-media ar tists and animators use computers to create t h ree - di mensional models of objects, which programs can then make move. Many multi-media ar tists and animators work in office buildings, lofts, warehouses or in their homes. Those who use computers or sit at drafting tables for many hours of the day may experience fatigue, back pain or eyestrain. Those who work in advertising agencies, design firms and publishing companies typically work a standard workweek, though some overtime hours may be required to meet deadlines. Self-employed multi-media artists and animators set their own hours.

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To address the alarming air pollution in the capital, city’s youngsters have organised ‘#Breathe’ - a 12 day clean air campaign in New Delhi on the occasion of Earth Day, observed on 22 April. Celebrated annually worldwide, Earth Day is held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day events are now held in more than 193 countries and is coordinated by the Earth Day Network. Deepashree Banerjee talks about various practices and initiatives taken by schools across the country and the growing need for environmental studies in the present scenario. 48 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

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he campaign is the brainchild of Aadyaa Singhania, a 17 year young passionate student who is an environmentalist in spirit. Aadyaa with her friends started this campaign on 10 th April, 2017 at Moti Bagh Crossing and will carry it till Earth Day. The drive is being simultaneously replicated at ITO crossing from 20 April to 22 April. They are also asking commuters to share their ideas to prevent air pollutionon the Facebook page #Breathe. Later, these youngsters will help in fund raising and implementation of the best ideas. The young enthusiasts are distributing anti pollution masks and spreading information on basic steps which one generally overlooks but can play a vital role to check alarming levels of air pollution in the city. Simple things such as switching off engines at signals, getting vehicles serviced at regular periods, using recommended grade of lubricants, planning routes prior starting for some place, maintain adequate air pressure in tyres, avoid extra loading, carpooling, preferring public transport etc will be cultivated among commuters. Aadya is also reaching out to a number of schools to enlist volunteers amongst students. She has successfully organized awareness session on environment conservation at Sadhu Vaswani School, Blue Bells International and Mount Carmel in the city. Students of these schools will also take part in the campaign on Earth Day, i.e. 22nd April 2017 at Moti Bagh Crossing, New Delhi. Health issue involving asthmatic attacks since her childhood days made Aadyaa aware of the need of clean air quality which was a prime cause for suffering of many kids like hers. Amidst all this, Aadya became a passionate environmentalist and because of her concern for the environment and desire to make a difference, she pursued a certificate course called “Introduction to Environ mental Sciences” f rom Darthmothx.

Depletion of Biodiversity Biggest Ecological Problem

Recently, 25 odd educational institutions in Patna came forward for the precelebration of World Earth Day on the premises of Tarumitra in the state of Bihar. Various events were organised to connect

the school with the nature and biodiversity. Cheer f ul st udents sang ‘ear th anthem’ in the morning assembly which was followed by a plantation drive at Tarumitra. Students prepared and sowed seed bombs of ‘kachnar’, the state plant of Bihar. Students, teachers, principals and social activists participated in roundtable conference to discuss the status of environment in today’s education system. While addressing the gathering, Fr Robert Athickal, Director, Tarumitra Bio-reserve at Tarumitra Students’ Forum for Environment spoke about the importance of biodiversity for the proper functioning of ecosystem. “The depletion of biodiversity is a biggest ecological problem that the world is facing today. The climate is rapidly warming due to the deforestation and many natural species are on the verge of extinction. We need to conserve the species as once it’s gone, it won’t come back. The goals have to be about ecological restoration and function,” said Fr Robert, the force behind the Tarumitra. Fr Robert added, “Environmental education should be a par t of the curriculum and it should be integrated into each subject. It’s time to sensitise the future generation.” Among the many suggestions that came up included introduction of national ecologically oriented student bodies like National Service Scheme (NSS) to help the students understand the biodiversit y and nat u ral species. Many were in favour of i nt r o d u c i ng some kind of grading system for environmental studies. Students shared their ex p e r ie nc e s of t he celebration of World Ea r th Day a nd also talked about how they are going to celebrate the day this year. Delhi Public School, Don Bosco Academy, Notre Dame Academy, Radiant International School, Baldwin Academy,

St. Dominic Savio’s High School, A N College, St. Xavier’s College and other educational institutions participated in the programme. A presentation on ecological crisis was shown to assess the present scenario of environmental problems the earth was coping with. Students exhibited the varieties of seeds and spices during the programme and talked about their importance. The participants left their hand impression on wall as a promise to safeguard the environment. With good news, there is also the bad news. While India is highly ranked, years of using fossil fuels and non-renewable sources of energy has taken a toll on the country with respect to agriculture. The 2015 drought in Maharashtra affected nearly 90 lakh farmers and was caused due to lack of rainfall because of the El Nino affect. Fortunately, last year’s monsoons made up for the disaster for 2015, but it was still below par. Although

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segregated. Furthermore, there needs to be an alternative in handling of dumping grounds like the one in Mumbai’s Deonar area. Of course, The Road Ahead the problem is bigger there, as data But if we are to ensure that people accessed by Safai Kamgar Vikas understand the repercussions of climate Sangh, a body representing sanitation change and for tunately many workers, shows. As per the data, Indians are aware and speak 2,309 conservancy workers Environmental openly of it, there are a engaged with the BMC education number of things that need d ie d bet we e n 1996 to be seriously taken into and 2006, which on should be a part of consideration. average translates to the curriculum and it • There needs to be should be integrated into 20 casualties a month. a drive to end open each subject. It’s time to W hile the human defecation. As per sensitise the future rights factor in dumping records from the generation grounds is a different story, Ministry of Statistics, these are startling numbers 29.8% of India defecates that need government intervention. in the open, with 52.1% in rural India and 7.5% in urban India. And while India continues to improve in This number needs to drop down the Climate Change Performance, if we considerably and the need arises to don’t take care of these topics, then we’ll construct toilets in every home and still continue emitting large amounts of that every village has at least one carbon dioxide. And for this, we inculcate a scientific attitude. public convenience. • T h e r e n e e d s t o b e a s t r i c t A for alternative, E for implementation of cars over a certain environment age going to scrap. This includes Known as the Centre for Learning Organic private vehicles, taxis and auto Agriculture and Appropriate Technology rickshaws. The earlier this norm is (CLOAAT), Sholai School is no ordinary adhered to, the better it is. There have school. This Kodaikanal school produces been unions, including Mumbai’s everything it needs in its own backyard. auto and taxi union that have spoken It is not just self-sufficient in food grains, against this, but if we are to progress vegetables and dairy but also in water and electricity. It provides a holistic approach somewhere. • T h e r e n e e d s t o b e a s t r i c t to learning. Amidst the Palani hills of implementation waste recycling. Wet Tamil Nadu, the school has a river running and dry waste needs to be properly through it and grows organic coffee and the IMD has predicted a normal monsoon this year, it’s still too early to predict.

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avocados. What strikes anyone instantly is that the school is in no way connected to the grid; in other words, it generates all the electricity it consumes, either from solar panels or from micro hydro energy. Nestled in a valley near Kodaikanal, where macaques munch on jackfruits and elephant and gaur make occasional forays, the school follows an approach to education that’s inspired by philosopher J. Krishnamurti. The idea is to encourage children to enjoy learning, while teaching them to be environmentally and socially responsible. Set up in 1989 by social anthropologist Brian Jenkins, Sholai is also known as the Centre for Learning Organic Agriculture and Appropriate Technology. Unusually enough, the school has only around 60 students; the majority is from Tamil Nadu, some from the adjacent village. A few come from other states and other countries too. “The aim is to produce responsible citizens, who do not only relish the fruits of the earth but also learn to preserve it in return,” says Jenkins. On a couple of mornings students practice music and dance lessons before the assembly begins. Students and teachers of the school sorted out the waste collected from the campus. Some are sold, while some are put to use creatively, such as to make a bean bag. The idea is to involve the children in all activities on campus and to enable learning by doing.

Learning by doing

The hours are split into activities. During ‘agriculture time’, students and teachers grow vegetables. ‘Engineering time’ has them designing, creating and repairing furniture and the occasional shed. Most of the wood they use comes from trees within the campus. There is an on-campus dairy too. The school adheres to a time-table but there are no physical rooms allotted for classes. The teacher-student interactions are informal and take place at multiple open and covered spaces around the campus. Teachers and students are treated as equals—during one class in a laboratory, the teacher played music after asking the students if they were okay with it. Sholai follows the Cambridge curriculum, but teachers invest more on individual study topics rather than rushing to complete the course. EVS or environmental studies class

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found the older students inspecting a bund in the elevated parts of the campus. Ian Lockwood, writer-photographer and educationist, writes in his blog of the importance of water management in Sholai, “The school uses surface water from streams, collects rainwater and also has wells such that they are free of any government water supply.” Wildlife filmmaker and conservation educator Ramnath Chandrashekar is training youth to solve global issues. While there may still be debate over whether climate change is happening and to what extent, it is an undeniable fact the Earth will be passed on to today’s children. They will need to understand programmes that provide a platform for and work with their natural surroundings children to learn.” He works with a team and be future-proof - something that most of creative professionals, volunteers and education systems fail to emphasise. HLC International — the IGCSE school It is to fill this void that the Chennai — educators. In fact, Ramnath works out a n d P u d u ko t t a i - b a s e d R a m n a t h of HLC International’s social incubation Chandrasekhar set up ‘The Planet and centre. He explains his rationale, “As You’. “It is a six-month conservation people move away from nature, we must education programme for middle school create opportunities where students learn children, to introduce them to conservation about the interconnect we share with using natural history and conservation the natural world. Such documentaries, photo stories programmes must be Among and interactive activities,” he created and facilitated the many sugsays. “Through a process so that they gestions that came up of slow learning, my team develop a deeper included introduction of and I worked with 3,500 and rational national ecologically oriented children across 21 schools u nde r st a nd i ng student bodies like National in Tamil Nadu to teach of n at u r e a nd Service Scheme (NSS) to help them about the Western conservation.” the students understand Ghats, coastal areas and the biodiversity and Conservation backyard wildlife.” natural species education During the time of ‘The Understandably, schools Planet and You’, Ramnath was are hesitant to commit the executive director at Youth for Conservation, founded by filmmaker- to long-term programmes beyond the conservationist, Shekar Dattatri. He also established curriculum. Regarding the happens to be Ramnath’s mentor. “The challenge, Ramnath says, “Most schools knowledge I gained in conservation, agree to one-off programmes during photography, filmmaking and effective World Environment Day, for example, but communication, during the seven years I not for focused and sustained ones.” He continues, “But one of the most worked with him is priceless. The work I do today is built on what I learned from important challenges I face now is training young graduates to take part him.” Ramnath had been involved in in conservation education and public conservation education since 2009 when, problem-solving.” On this front, Ramnath working on a National Geographic and his team will be working on setting documentary led him to realize his passion up a fellowship programme for young and purpose. He iteratively improved his graduates. Ramnath is now working on a outreach programmes with a lot of onthe-job learning. “The more I worked six-month diploma for children, on with schools and the more I understood public problem-solving. It’s first run, about how children learn, I was able to called Karthavyam, was in mid-2016. design nature and conservation education “This programme was taught through

stories from nature, human-centred design and book-making. Children identified environmental problems in their neighbourhood and spent time understanding them. They then used various methods to find solutions by talking to experts, field visits and prototype making. Around 20 students worked on storybooks about their chosen problems and used them to sensitise the public about the need for their involvement in those problems,” he shares.

Climate Talk

A nonprofit organization that focuses on educating the world about Asia recently held a talk on climate change and sustainability in Mumbai. Sonam Wangchuk, 2016 Rolex Awardee and and Kartikeya Sarabhai, founder and director of Centre for Environment Education were the speakers at the Asia Society, India, event which focused on the environmental challenges that we face and how education can help curb the damage. Minimalist living is another way to lead an eco friendly lifestyle. “Environmental education and conservation should be a part of the school curriculum. Education system back in the days of gurukul focused on inculcating good habits in students-bening self –sufficient, humble, compassionate and leading an eco-friendly life, etc was encouraged. Ever since industrial revolution, the focus of education has changed to making students employment ready instead of focusing on their holistic development,” he says. Sarabhai agreed that the education system needs an overhaul and we need to encourage practical learning. May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 51

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nd Tourism The travel and tourism industry, along with the related sectors contributing to it, is expected to grow in leaps and bounds in the coming years. A job in this industry can be highly exciting and adventurous and even pays well. In India, the travel industry hopes to create 46 million job opportunities by 2025. Read on this report by Tariq Ahmed to explore education and career options in this field.

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illions of people t r avel ea ch yea r for busi ness and leisu re, mak ing travel and tourism a hu ge i nd u s t r y with many opportunities for growth and expansion. Amenities like free breakfast and Inter net offered by lodging est ablish ments can d raw vacationers and business travelers al i ke t o pa r t icu la r de st i n at ion s. Tr avel a nd tou r ism ma nagement professionals are responsible for increasing profits by drawing as many customers as possible to the businesses they represent, such as hotels and rest au ra nt s. T hese ma nagers a re responsible for identifying consumer needs and offer ing the amenities t o sat isf y t he m , wh i le e n su r i ng establishments run efficiently. Managers in the travel and tourism industry must be able to communicate effectively to a diverse g roup of people, solve problems quickly and work odd hours. They must also have knowledge of their establishment’s operations and financing. There’s no direct way into the field of travel and tourism management. Individuals entering the profession might have ye a r s of ex p e r ie nc e work i ng i n the industr y while others have no exper ience but hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. To help you navigate your options for this career path, CAREERCONNECT brings to you a detailed overview. Tourism management is one of the fastest growing i n d u s t r i e s a n d it of fe r s a n exciting future. It is one of the most prof itable

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industries and has created more than 20 million jobs in India. Tourism management deals with the planning and management of travel and tourism. There are many parts to tourism indust r y li ke accom modation, transportation, food and beverage, attractions, events and conferences, adventure tourism, travel trade and tourism services. Must have personality traits: • Effective communication skills • Language skills • Enthusiasm to interact with people and social etiquettes • Business tactics, good memory

Total contribution by travel and tourism sector to India’s GDP is expected to increase from US$ 136.3 billion in 2015 to US$ 275.2 billion in 2025 •

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Knowledge of accommodation, pla c e s of i nt e r e st a nd lo c a l customs

Understanding the Industry’s growth

India is a large market for travel and tourism. It offers a diverse portfolio of niche tourism products eg, cruises, adventure, medical, wellness, sports, MICE, eco-tourism, film, rural and religious tourism. India has been r e c og n i s e d a s a d e s t i n at ion for spiritual tourism for domestic and international tourists. Total contribution by travel and tou r ism sector to India’s GDP is expected to increase from US$ 136.3 billion in 2015 to US$ 275.2 billion in 2025. Travel and tourism is the third largest foreign exchange earner for India. A sum of US$ 1.76 billion was earned under foreign exchange through tourism during the month of September 2016. The launch of several branding a nd ma rket i ng i n it iat ives by t he Government of India such as Incredible India! and Athiti Devo Bhava have provided a focused impetus to growth. T he I ndia n gover n ment has also released a fresh category of visa - the medical visa or M visa, to encourage medical tourism in the country. The Government has also been ma k i ng se r iou s ef for t s t o boost investments in tourism sector. In the hotel and tourism sector, 100 per cent FDI is allowed through the automatic route. A five-year tax holiday has been offered for two, three and four star category hotels located around U N ESCO World Her it age

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Source: World Travel & Tourism Council’s Economic Impact 2015, News Article, TechSci Research; Note: E - Estimated; The definition of direct, indirect and induced contribution is specified in the appendix. sites (except Delhi and Mumbai). The investment in tourism sector is expected to be US$ 12.4 billion in the 12th Five Year Plan; of these, private investments are likely to total US$ 9.2 billion. The industry is expected to generate 13.45 million jobs across sub-segments such as Restaurants (10.49 m illion jobs), Hotels (2.3 million jobs) and Travel Agents/Tour Operators (0.66 million). The Ministry of Tourism plans to help the industry meet the increasing demand of skilled and trained manpower by providing hospitality education to students as well as certifying and upgrading skills of existing service providers. India has moved up 13 positions to 52nd rank from 65th in Tourism & Travel competitive index.

Market Size

India’s r ising middle class and

increasing disposable incomes have continued to support the growth of domestic and outbound tourism. Domestic Tourist Visits (DTVs) to the States/Union Territories (UTs) grew by 15.5 per cent y-o-y to 1.65 billion (provisional) during 2016 with the top 10 States/UTs contributing about 84.2 per cent to the total number of DTVs, as per Ministry of Tourism. As per Ministry of Tourism, foreign tourists’ arrival (FTAs) on e-tourist visa increased 56.6 per cent yearon-year in December 2016. In 2016, foreign tourist ar rivals on e-visas

more than doubled to 10,79,696 from 4,45,300 in 2015, partly because the e-visa facility was extended to 161 countries from 113 previously. India is expected to move up five spots to be ranked among the top five business travel market globally by 2030, as business travel spending in the country is expected to treble until 2030 from US$ 30 billion in 2015. International hotel chains will likely increase their expansion and investment plans in India, and are expected to account for 50 per cent share in the Indian hospitality industry by 2022, from the current 44 per cent.

Education Information

While formal education isn’t always required, it may improve one’s chances for success. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS), many large, upscale establishments r e q u i r e b a c h e l o r ’s o r m a s t e r ’s degrees for managerial positions. Community colleges, junior colleges and universities offer associate’s, bachelor’s and graduate degrees, as well as certificates relevant to this f ield. Degree programmes include travel and tourism, business and hotel and hospitality management, while certificate options may be available in event and meeting planning, travel and tourism management and restaurant management. Internships and partt i me work ca n be a dva nt age ou s for students seeking careers in this industry, as the experience gained and contacts made with employers can be of benefit to students after graduation.

Courses in India

T he r e a r e va r iou s c ou r se s

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available in India for the ones trying to pursue a career in this fast-paced industry. They are available in different formats and range from time durations of few months to two-three years. Let’s have a look at the various courses on offer. 1. Bac h el or’s CouRses:

Degree

T h e r e a r e v a r io u s c ol lege s a n d institutions offering Undergraduate level degree programmes in the field of tourism management. There are various versions of BA, BBA and B.Sc. programmes. Here are a few of them: • BA in Travel and Tourism Management • BA in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism Management • B.Sc. in Travel and Tourism Management • BA Tourism Studies • B.Sc. in Hospitality and Travel Management • BBA in Travel and Tourism Management • BBA in Hospitality and Travel Management • BBA in Air Travel Management • Bachelor of Tourism Studies • Bachelor of Tourism Administration • B.Com. Travel and Tourism Management • BA Travel and Tourism Some generalised courses also exist, which are relevant to the field of travel and tourism management. They are- Hotel and Hospitality management courses, Aviation and Hospitalit y management courses, Culinary Arts courses. After pursuing the generalised courses also, one could find a job in the travel and tourism sector. Each Bachelor’s degree programme is for a time period of 3 years. And 10+2 passed in any stream (Science, Commerce or Arts) is the minimum educational qualification required. After completing any of the above mentioned degree programmes, one may go for relevant PG courses such as MA, M.Sc., PG Diploma, Master of Tourism Studies, Master of Tourism Administration or MBA in Travel and Tourism Management. For fur ther advanced studies, one may go for PhD programmes related to travel and 56 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

Colleges offering tourism courses PTC Aviation Academy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Hotel and Tourism Management Studies Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra Jagran Lakecity University Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Cradle of Management Institute, New Delhi The Hotel School, New Delhi Institute of Business Management & Research (IBMR) Gurgaon, Delhi NCR Kohinoor International Management Institute Pune, Maharashtra International Institute of Hotel Management, New Delhi , The Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India (ICFAI) University, Gangtok, Sikkim The ICFAI University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand LBIIHM, Delhi New Delhi, Delhi NCR HERBARIUM Institute of Hotel Management (HIHM), New Delhi tourism studies.

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Diploma in Airfare and Ticketing Depending on the institute and the program, course duration could be anywhere between 1- 2 year. Some institutes are also k nown to offer foundation Diploma course lasting for a period of 6 months. 10+2 passed in any stream (Science, Commerce or Arts) is the minimum educational qualification required.

2 . D iploma C ourses : T h e de m a nd for D iplom a c ou r se s i n Tourism is on an all-time rise owing to factors like the short duration of its courses and the relevance and assistance provided with such courses. Here are a few options to choose from if one plans to go for a diploma course in this field. • Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management • Diploma in Hospitality and Travel Management • Diploma in Tourism Studies • Diploma in Aviation Hospitality and Travel Management • Diploma in Tourist Guide • Diploma in Tourism and Ticketing

Irrespective of the course format, there exist few core subjects, when it comes to travel and tourism studies. Let us check out those core subjects to get a better idea about the course structure. • Communication Skills • Fundamentals of Tourism • Accounting • Cultural History and Heritage of India

Syllabus

Common job profiles available in front of travel and tourism professionals include Travel Agency staff Travel and Tourism Consultant Travel Agent Tour Operator Ticketing staff Air Hostess Airline Employee/Airport Staff Entrepreneur Tour Guide • • • • • • • • • • •

Tourism Policy and Law Tourism Marketing Management Travel Agency Training Tour Guiding Skills and Training HR Management Computer Utilisation and Application Office Management and Functions Air Ticketing Public Relations Tour Operation

Career Prospects And Job Opportunities

Diver se job oppor t u n it ies a re available in the field of travel and tourism management professionals. Government as well as private sector enterprises are known to recruit them. Self-employment is another popular career path that professionals may go for. When it comes to Government s e c t o r, o n e m a y f i n d a j o b a t

Customer Service Manager

In the hotel and tourism sector, 100 per cent FDI is allowed through the automatic route. A five-year tax holiday has been offered for two, three and four star category hotels located around UNESCO World Heritage sites

Event Manager Tour Manager Tourism Promoter/Marketer Tour ism Boards (State as well as C e n t r a l ) , G o v e r n m e n t To u r i s t information offices, Government run Hot els, A i rl i ne s, Tr a n sp or t at ion services, etc. When it comes to private sector, one may work for Travel agencies, Tour operators, Travel consultants, Airlines, A i r p o r t s , Tr avel a n d Tic ke t i n g websites, Visa and travel document service firms, Hotels, Resorts, Tourist Information Office, Cruise lines etc. If one has entrepreneurship skills and access to decent financial resource, one may start own travel agency, ticketing firm, tour agency, travel consultancy, tourist information service etc. May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 57

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Studying tourism abroad There is no better place to study travel and tourism than in another these countries, especially in nations like Costa Rica. This has country where you can learn first hand how travel is experienced shifted travellers’ typical exploration of cities to the rainforests in different parts of the world. The field of tourism is very fast- and beaches and emphasising an appreciation for natural paced and, with developing technology, is constantly evolving, beauty as well as manmade wonders. As more ecologicallymaking the subject a very exciting one to study abroad. Tourism is friendly establishments rise in popularity, tourism study abroad also a very broad subject, as it can encompass anything from travel programmes are concentrating on these countries more and more planning to hospitality to the culinary arts to tour management. as they rise to the forefront of innovative travel. The advantage of studying tourism and travel abroad is that specific areas of the world concentrate on certain areas of tourism, Courses and programMEs providing you with both very specialised studies and hands-on The structure of tourism courses abroad depends on your experience. Tourism study abroad also gives students the chance programmes and the branch of tourism that you choose to study, to immerse themselves in the field in nations where the economy as there are a great number of subjects to study within the field of travel and tourism. However, most course loads typically is largely dependent on the tourism industry. Additionally, studying tourism abroad will assist you in include a combination of academic studies. Some classes, such as Sustainable Tourism, International future graduate schools or job applications, as Ma rket i ng and Event Plan n i ng, it demonstrates that you have the ability to adapt Studying tourism Restaurant, Food and Beverage and and truly understand other cultures and people, Hospitality Management are likely to a necessary quality in the tourism field and in abroad can set be included in your schedule. Almost all today’s global economy in general. tourism courses abroad include handsyou on a path Locations on, experiential components with a local In recent years, international travel has expanded tour agency, a hotel, a tourism board, towards an to include regions and countries previously restaurant, or local attraction, so students overlooked; as, students have the opportunity can gain practical knowledge and exciting career to study tourism abroad in all corners of the international experience in their chosen that allows world. However, there are a few areas on the expertise. Some previous experience globe that are particularly well-known for their is usually required in order to have a you to continue solid foundation of knowledge for high volume of tourists and their dedication to your courses, as well as the need to be furthering educational opportunities in the field. to experience capable in your fieldwork in the tourism In each of these countries, travel and tourism industry. can be studied either in academic institutions the rewarding Also, if you plan to study abroad in a or trade-specific schools, which often offer country where the native language is not programmes for international students. challenges and your first language, it is recommended Europe is the most highly visited continent allure of living that you have studied the language of by travelers worldwide. European countries have the country beforehand, so as to best been popular destinations for centuries, making abroad immerse yourself in the culture and a culture of tourism deeply rooted in European local workplace. society. The tourism industry in nations such as France, Italy, and Switzerland are especially concentrated on hospitality, the culinary arts and the expansive Benefits cultural and historical reputations that their various monuments • Career Path Builder. Studying tourism abroad can set you on a path towards an exciting career that allows you and palaces are built upon. to continue to experience the rewarding challenges and Australia and New Zealand have been experiencing huge allure of living abroad. Future employers will see that increases in tourism recently. From the coasts to the mountains you have practical knowledge and hands-on experience in to bustling cities, these countries are prime locations for those the field in which you are working, which will be helpful looking to explore well beyond the beaten path of Europe’s as you continue your education and eventually lead to a historical landmarks. Both Australia and New Zealand are very fulfilling career. In this attractive, competitive field, studying culturally diverse, with demographics including aboriginals, abroad is an easy way to gain an edge over other applicants. immigrants from the United Kingdom, large Chinese and Indian populations, as well as other members of the Oceanic Pacific. Tourism in these countries holds all the allures of ancient hills • High Workload, High Reward. Travel and tourism is a challenging, time-consuming field of study and work that and rocky coasts, but also the exciting pulse of new cities and requires a great deal of dedication and know-how in order incredible wildlife that make it worth the long flight. to succeed. However, it is also an incredibly rewarding South America and Central America, with their various path that can allow you to connect with other travelers indigenous and Hispanic cultures, ancient ruins and delicious and a new country, culture, and approach to the field food, have been making a name for themselves in the tourism of tourism. industry for years. Most significantly, ecotourism has boomed in 58 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

INTERVIEW

An Institute which Inculcates Entrepreneurship among Students Every year Acropolis Technical Campus has been setting new milestones of excellence in the field of technical education since its inception. The institute works diligently on each and every student to carve them from a budding engineer into a confident professional. Students not only just get a degree from the institution but they also learn right attitude towards life and high standard earning ethics from here. Dr SC Sharma, Director, Acropolis Technical Campus in an interview to Gaurav Dubey speaks about the approach of the institution in carving tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s professionals and the unique selling proposition of the institution which strengthen the students to face tough challenges of the real world. 60 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

INTERVIEW

Engineering has always been a key stream of education since inception. How does your esteemed institution cater to the education industry? Our institution believes in the overall development of the students’ personality, be it in core academics, in co-curricular activities or even in extra-curricular activities. The institution gives ample opportunities to the young enthusiasts for showcasing their talents by providing new avenues in various national and international level technical and cultural fests, competitions and conferences. This engagement enthralls in creating a niche in the educational forefront. Technology has been the driving force in all the industries. How does your institution imbibe technological transformations which happen at a galloping speed? The institution has been imbibing the technological transformations by facilitating its key stake holders, the students, by providing them the technology benefits and technical trainings in collaboration with industries like Reliance Jio, TechniDo, Indo German Tool Room, Dysmech Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd etc. The institute makes all the efforts to reinvent its learners into industry ready professionals through its well equipped Technical Skills Development Cell. The various departments of the institute also support the young brigade to grow technically by organising a host of activities through departmental clubs or through local chapters of various professional bodies like CSI, ISTE, IEEE, BAHA etc. We also provide financial aid to deserving candidates in realising their dream projects. Recently, the institute sponsored team ‘Acro Racerz’ became the only Indian team to clear all the technical tests in Student Formula Championship organised at Japan. Not only this, we have also established a local chapter of NPTEL which is beneficial not only for the students but for the teachers as well. Dr Mahesh Pophaley, Professor and Head of Mechanical Engineering Depar t ment and Dr A mit Udawat, Associate Professor of Electronics and Communication Department scored highest marks in NPTEL course at national level and were awarded gold medal on their achievement.

Can you throw some light on the era of entrepreneurial bubble in the country that impacts the mindset of the students along with their employment opportunities? A lot has been done in this regard through the for mation of Ent repreneu rship Development Cell (E-cell) within the institution. It works under the Career Development Cell of the institute and organises a potpourri of events all around the academic calendar to cater to a sound platform for the budding and prospective entrepreneurs. The efforts of the E-cell of the institute are recognised and have been awarded at various forums. The E-cell has cultivated more than 30 young entrepreneurs till now and new names are being added in the list continuously. Of late, three of our students have started a dealership of E- rickshaw in the Central Indore, some small ventures are located in the college campus as well and so on. Recently, to strengthen the E-cell, a representative from each department is being trained to develop traits of entrepreneurship in the students’ right in their formative years. For this, our E-cell in collaboration with the National Entrepreneurship Network has launched a government recognised flagship module (Module 0), which will be catered free of cost to all the students of the institute. It incorporates eight modules to train the students to become entrepreneurs rather than serving others.

Tell us about some upcoming careers in the field of technology which can create a different impact on the candidates and the work culture? Nowadays, the things are not confined to the specif ic engineering branch. Rather, a student is expected to have an interdisciplinary approach to address the current challenges and to combat the call outs in relation to environment, energy and ecology, so that the earth can be made a better place to live. The careers in the current times will span into developing entrepreneurial ventures as the jobs are becoming limited to a great extent all around and this entrepreneurial spirit is also supported by the government in terms of providing huge funds in this regard to motivate the candidates to become service providers. What is the USP of your institution? And how does it provide a competitive edge to the students to be industryready? Practical oriented quality education is the unique selling proposition of our institute which clearly and strongly reflects in the laurels brought by our students of Mechanical Engineering at NGKC, SFJ, NKRC, VKC, GKDC. National level competitions for presentation or code cracking, from essay writing to dance, drama or cultural events, from innovative ideas and patents to entrepreneurship, Acropolis has it all and this makes it dazzle among other colleges.

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Matching Right Pace with Technological Advancements Arya College of Engineering and Technology is the first private engineering college of Rajasthan, established in the year 2000, with a vision to impart quality education to the future technocrats of the country. It would not be an exaggeration if we consider the college as the finest blend of the four pillars of contemporary education system viz, - Infrastructure, Academics, Faculty and Management. Dr Anurag Agarwal, Chairman of the college in an interview to Gaurav Dubey talks about different aspects of the college. Engineering has always been a key stream of education since inception. How does your esteemed institution cater to the education industry? A r ya College of Engi neer i ng and Information Technology was established in the year 2000 with the aim of imparting education with the best quality standards in an effective manner through optimum utilisation of the academic and human resources. The college has earned a name for itself on the national front for adopting excellent educational standards in educating the budding youth of the nation and carving their future as successful professionals. With this aim, college offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the arena of engineering and management. The campus offers B.Tech, M.Tech and MBA courses approved by AICTE and the institution is affiliated to Rajasthan Technical University. The college ensures the professional, intellectual and sociocultural precision with a holistic approach which facilitates us to amalgamate all our co-curricular activities and academics with a recognised teaching curriculum. 62 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

The college is also accredited by TCS. The college has expanded multi-dimensionally in a span of 17 years and is continuously catering to the needs of the professional world by providing world class technical education to the youth in the present era of globalisation. The college has coveted a position due to its special attributes including state-of-theart, infrastructure, an amalgam of tradition and culture with a spirit of innovation, a well designed curriculum, a team of highly qualified, committed faculty and industryacademia partnership providing maximum exposure to the budding technocrats ensuring there successful career ahead. Arya caters to the fast pacing growth in the education industry by adopting the most modern technical knowhow in its Wi-Fi campus which provides an extra edge to the students who get optimal practical exposure and hands on experience according to the needs of the industry. Technology has emerged as the driving force in all the industries. How does your institution imbibe technological

transformations which have been happening at a galloping speed? The college ensures ample exposure to the students by multiple industrial tie-ups, MOUs and institutional memberships. There is a gap between university curriculum and industrial requirement. To bridge this gap, student must have something extra in their hand when they approach the job market. To fulfill this purpose, we provide knowledge in certain software like AUTOCAD, PRO-E and Catia, ANSYS, M AT L A B S , R E D - H a t Ac a d e m y, CISCO Networking Academy, ORACLE Work force Development Prog ram, EMCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre of Academics, Open Stack Cloud Computing and Android App Development Training, PLC, ROBOTICS, VLSI-Design etc. College is also keen to take an initiative on the establishment of various development centers which enhance the practical exposure of the students like web development, application software, skill development center etc. Another initiative made by Arya College is through HACKATHON 2017, an initiative of Government of India under which 25

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ministries have given the challenges to engineering students nationwide. Various reputed industries will provide trainings to the selected budding engineers on latest technologies. Can you throw some light on the era of entrepreneurial bubble in the country that impacts the mindset of the students along with their employment opportunities? Two thirds of Indian entrepreneurs think there might be a bubble in the ecosystem. A majority of them want to achieve profitability within the next couple of years. India is one of the best and worst places to launch a tech startup these days. With young entrepreneurs rewriting the rules of the business game, an entrepreneurship revolution has swept India in recent years. In a much publicised report in 2015, industry body NASSCOM put India among the first five largest start-up communities in the world with the number of startups crossing 4,200. W it h t h e b u z z fol low i n g t h e introduction of the ‘Start-Up, Stand-Up India’ and ‘Make-in-India’ initiatives and the promises made by the government to ensure a start-up friendly environment

and help new comers in setting up their businesses as well as make a live network of start-ups through connection. Highly skilled and multi talented youths of the country will be completely benefitted through this campaign and able to generate new jobs. This campaign is the result of commitment of the central government to make India a developed country by 2022 with the availability of house, electricity, job and other basic needs to all. The college has set up a Skill Development Centre which is highly equipped with latest machinery and software. This centre of skill development focuses on improving the skills of engineering students in the fields of designing of circuits, parameter estimation of hardware, software proficiency, PCB designing, soldering, micro soldering, testing and quality control, vehicle manufacturing, automative maintainance and designing. This venture of the college has a great impact on the students as it makes them industry ready and also opens entrepreneurial opportunities as well as improves their job prospects. The college has also set up entrepreneurial ventures which provide practical exposure to the students and enhances their ability to

Our college provides the most conducive environment for the overall growth of the students by providing them with an extra edge by conducting various workshops, guest lectures, soft skill training, campus recruitment training, conferences, seminars, etc the entrepreneurial community has been brimming with anticipation and confidence. With an expanding economy opening different avenues and technology revolutionizing the way people conduct businesses, there has taken place a greater democratization of entrepreneurial space in India in the past ten years. Putting a new business idea into action is no longer the preserve of a select few business families. Leading the bandwagon of change is some of India’s best known startups. Be it Flipkart, Snapdeal, Zomato, Paytm, Ola or OYO rooms, the common underlining factor behind them is that they have been started by the first generation of businessmen in their families. This initiative will prove a new dimension to the entrepreneurship

improve their future prospects in such areas. These ventures are Arya Prime Enterprises Private limited and Arya Home Products. To improve the prospects of students in the field of entrepreneurship the college has also taken memberships like Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Cooperation Ltd., Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Region and Federation of Rajasthan Trade and Industry (FORTI). Which upcoming careers in the field of technology would create a different impact on the candidates and the work culture? Emerging technology is all about the new technical innovations or advancements

being made. These may include those which are in the developmental phase or are currently being developed further for five to ten years. Such technologies are very helpful in making the business substantially healthy and efficient for a better social and working environment. There has been a great leap in technology in past years. Smartphone, cloud computing, multi-touch tablets, these are all innovations that have revolutionised the way we live and work. T h e e ve r c h a n g i n g e m e r g i n g technological changes can be vertical farming, agricultural robot, drones,3D printing, zero-energy building, electronic nose, grid energy storage, artificial brain, robotic surgery, brain computer interface, brain reading, head transplant, laser weapon, sonic weapon, airless tire, flying car, alternative fuel vehicle & unmanned vehicle robotics etc What is the USP of your institution? And how does it provide competitive edge to the students to be industry-ready? Our college provides the most conducive environment for the overall growth of the students by providing them with an extra edge by conducting various workshops guest lectures, soft skill training, campus recruitment training, conferences, seminars etc. Such initiatives enhance the talent and skills of the students and motivate them to get into R & D work. The college boosts the morale of the weaker students by providing them extra guidance, counseling and inspires them so that they can excel in their career. The college has provided an advanced level of state of art infrastructure and most modern well equipped labs and lecture theatres. College also provides students with a conducive, friendly and secure atmosphere. Students conduct various R&D activities in the Hi-Tech labs and workshops. The knowledge resourses are available in well equipped library which has a collection of store latest books, journals, magazines etc. The students actively participate in the various events which are conducted round the year. Thus, the students get exposure to the latest cutting edge technology which promotes development of research projects that are recognised at national and international levels. Aryans are instilled with the feeling of confidence with the all encompassing development/ multidimensional growth prospects. May 2017 < CAREERCONNECT < 63

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Upsurge of Smart Engineers Hindu College of Engineering, an engineering college based in Sonipat, Haryana has evolved as one of the best engineering colleges in the city. It has earned a good reputation in the country for being a centre of quality education and research work. Dr KK Saini, Director, Hindu College of Engineering in a candid interview to Gaurav Dubey talks about their journey of success and the facilities offered have been studying engineering from HCE. The institute is being run by “The Sonipat Hindu Educational & Charitable Society” which is one of the largest educational Societies in Northern India. Thus, the fee structure of all the technical courses is minimum and knowledgeable faculties are engaged in carving engineers of tomorrow in the institution. Many of the faculties are pursuing PhD. Hence, HCE is the most sought after college for the students in technical education.

Engineering has always been a key stream of education since inception. How does your esteemed institution cater to the education industry? Hindu College of Engineering (HCE) is one of the reputed colleges located in the Sonipat district of Haryana. There are around 25 technical colleges in Sonipat which are engaged in providing technical education to students and HCE is the singular college among them which has been imparting technical education with a good placement rate. Students from across the country are studying in our institute and a good number of students from Delhi 64 < CAREERCONNECT < May 2017

Technology has been the driving force in all the industries. How does your institution imbibe technological transformations which happen at a galloping speed? It is true that the technology has become the driving force in all the industries. I personally advise the students that besides studies they should go through the latest technical journals and magazines to update themselves. I also motivate staff and students to attend National & International Conferences as well as to share their research work. Several HCE students are taking evening classes and have enrolled in other short term courses like C++, C, COBRA, PYTHON, LATEX, CAD/CAM etc to update themselves on the latest technical skills. Thus, the students of HCE learn latest the technical tool from the market in their summer vacations and take evening classes during the academic year as well, to upgrade themselves as per the current requirements of the industry. Can you throw some light on the era of entrepreneurial bubble in the country that impacts the mindset of the students along with their employment opportunities? It is a fact that in comparison to the era of 80’s and 90’s, nowadays job opportunities are more in MNCs. During our time only the government jobs were available for the

aspirants but now the entire employment scenario has changed. Now even an average student can get good placement. Students’ mindsets are also undergoing significant change and now they are moving towards entrepreneurship. Central government and state governments are providing a lot of opportunities to start new projects. I know many students of our institute who have started with small technical projects and now they have been turning these projects into large industries. This is the era of smart engineers and market is open and there are a lot of opportunities available in the market. The sky is the limit for smart engineers. What are some of the upcoming careers in field of technology which can create a different impact in the upcoming times? T he upcom i ng era will be of the Biotechnology because Biotechnology will emerge as the mother branch of all engineering branches. Biotechnology and Information Technology will dominate the entire scene for next four to five decades. Soft Computing related to Communication Engineering will be the upcoming career in the field of technology besides Biotechnology. What is the USP of your institution? And how does it provide competitive edge to the students to be industry ready? Unique Selling Point of the Hindu College of Engineering is that we have highly educated and experienced faculty and the institute is being run by a century old educational society “The Sonipat Hindu Educational & Charitable Society, Sonipat”. We charge minimum fees and provide the best available facilities to the students. Maximum students of Hindu College of Engineering are placed in the MNCs located in Gurgaon and Faridabad because we impart education to our students as per the requirements of the MNCs.

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Student-Centric Learning at GMRIT GMR Institute of Technology (GMRIT) situated in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, provides world-class education and instigates entrepreneurial ideas in students as well. Dr. CLVRSV Prasad, Principal of the institute in a conversation with Sheena Sachdeva throws light on the emerging trends in engineering. Engineering has always been a key stream of education since inception. How does your esteemed institution cater to the education industry? Engineering being the key stream of professional education in India has undergone several changes with the time to increase the employment chances of the students. GMRIT takes up and adopts the best practices that exist in teaching learning environment reducing the gap between industry and academia. Some of the initiatives that GMRIT has taken up include industry-linked elective courses, self-learning term paper, full semester internship, flipped learning, cohesive teaching learning practices and credit weightage for employability skills. Technology has been the driving force in all the industries. How does your institution imbibe technological transformations which happen at a galloping speed? GMRIT is a technology-enabled campus, supporting teaching and learning process. The cur riculum is updated ever y year incorporating all the technology developments in the respective areas. I ndust r y- desig ned credit cou rses keep in pace with the speed of the transformations. Can you throw some light on the era of entrepreneurial bubble in the country that impacts the mindset of the

Introduction of smart systems in all the technological areas has turned out to be an impacting phenomenon in the recent past. Introducing smart systems in material testing and characterisation, manufacturing, power generation, power distribution, transpor tation systems, automobile industry and many more create an impact in the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic growth.

students along with their employment opportunities? In the Indian context most of students look up to become an employee rather than an employer. However, in the recent past all the institutions are encouraging and motivating the students to initiate the startups. All the statutory bodies and accrediting agencies are insisting the colleges to have entrepreneurship development centres and establish incubation centers with industry tie ups. Can you tell us about some upcoming careers in the field of technology which can create a different impact in the upcoming times?

What is the USP of your institution? And how does it provide competitive edge to the students to be industry ready? GMRIT is an enabling campus that makes the student more industry ready. Student centric learning with choice based credit system enables all the students at GMRIT to get equipped with latest technologies which are in pace with the industry requirements. GMRIT has MOUs signed with various IT and core companies enable the student to talk to the industry experts on a continuous basis to understand the industry dynamics. In 160 acres of lush green campus GMRIT provide the students the state of the art infrastructure in curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities for holistic development. On campus students hostels and faculty residential quarter make the resources available beyond the working hours. Technology supported campus with Wi-Fi connectivity, campus surveillance system, LAN courses and video lectures supplementing classroom learning.

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E-Education - A Need for Expansion of Quality Education

he Education enables a person to acquire higher s k i l l s a n d k n owl e d g e for his personal growth and socio-economic development of the nation. Quality education requi res proper i nf rast r uct u re, teachers and physical resources. Employability has now become the key parameter to assess the quality of educat ion i n the k nowledge based industries. Availability of schools for basic education and colleges and universities for higher education in the country has grown since independence but still not sufficient commensurate with the growth of the population. Graduate Enrolment Ratio (GER) for higher education is still low; about 21 per cent. The rural sector still suffers particularly for professional and technical education. Uneven growth in education leads to rural-urban and gender disparity. Expansion of educational institutions (Access), education to all – filling the gap of rural urban and gender disparity (Equity), and enforcement of NAAC accreditation (Quality) are the major issues. Besides class-room teaching, d i s t a n c e le a r n i ng s y s t e m a nd e-learning facilities are available to students to acquire education. I nter net has revolutionised the d i s s e m i n a t io n of i n fo r m a t io n and technology. With the advent of Infor mation Com mu nication Te c h n o l o g y ( I C T ) , C l o u d Computing system and big data analysis, scope of e-education and virtual classes for the delivery of education and skill has considerably b e e n e n h a n c e d , e s p e c i a l ly i n remote villages where educational inf rast r uct u re are limited. The system is also useful to overcome gender disparity where social issues dominate. Rural students are more

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Chairperson Patel Group of Institutions, Bhopal

concer n for their livelihood as opportunities for employments are limited. Agriculture and agro-based industries are the major avenues for income generation and employment to rural people. Farmers in remote areas are still practicing age old t e ch n olog ie s a n d s u f fe r f r o m low productivit y. Awareness in technology and improved skill are

prime requirements. The education system should therefore cater to rural development issues. Natural resources (land, water, biodiversity), physical assets (inf rast r uct u re, machiner y, tech nology), human r e s o u r c e (s k i l le d l a b o u r) a n d financial resources (savings, credit) need to be dovetailed in the syllabus. Any education system must look into these aspects. Class room teaching and e-education both have merits and demerits. Interactive g roup lea r n i ng i n a classroom p r o m o t e s r e a s o n i n g a bi l it ie s , besides promoting social and moral behavior amongst students, and e-Education facilitates education to larger population including in remote areas (access and equity) and br ings improvement in the quality of education. The quality “e -Educat ion i n Digit al I ndia” concept is already being promoted; and many institutions are engaged in developing suitable software to promote quality education in professional subjects.

E - EDUCATION

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND MANAGEMENT Deemed to be University (De-novo Category) under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 and An Autonomous Institution under Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Govt. of India Plot No. 97, Sector- 56, HSIIDC Industrial Estate, Kundli - 131028, Distt. - Sonepat, (Haryana) Phone No. 130-2281020, 2281072, 2281085 & Fax No. 0130-2219772

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (NIFTEM) is a Deemed–to-be-University under De-Novo category under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 and an autonomous Institution under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India. It has been setup by the Ministry as a Rs. 500 crore (US $125 million) project in a sprawling campus of 100 acres plot located near Delhi NCR at Kundli, Sonepat, Haryana as an apex world-class institute of global standards in Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management. The Institute caters to the needs of various stakeholder entrepreneurs, industry, exporters, policy makers, the government and the existing institution. NIFTEM offers a full time programme leading to Bachelor`s degree in Food Technology and Management, which is a rare blend of technology and management courses, whereby the goal is to produce graduates who are techno-managers of tomorrow. To meet industry requirements, NIFTEM graduates are trained to handle both the technical and the managerial aspects in food industries. NIFTEM offers M.Tech Programme in five disciplines; Food Supply Chain Management, Food Safety and Quality Management, Food Process Engineering and Management, Food Technology and Management and Food Plant Operations Management. NIFTEM also offers Ph.D programme and MBA programme. At NIFTEM the post-graduate students are encouraged to take up both cutting edge basic research as well as industry relevant projects. Scholarships/Fellowships.: NIFTEM Merit Scholarship and NIFTEM Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship, AICTE, GATE scholarship, Limited NIFTEM Ph. D. Fellowship. CAREER OPPORTUNITY IN FOOD SECTOR

STUDENT’S FOREIGN EXCHANGE PROGRAMME

Job prospects for graduates and post-graduates of NIFTEM are extremely bright and would be comparable to the best in other economic sectors of the country. Some career opportunities could be: Food Process Engineer, Food Ingredient Manager, Food Regulatory Specialist, Food Fermentation Specialist, Retail or Supply Chain Manager, Entrepreneurship, Product Development Scientist, Sensory Scientist, etc

Right from their first year itself, every year ten meritorious students of B. Tech and five of M. Tech programmes of NIFTEM are sent to foreign universities on student exchange programme of Academic learning with 100% fare. Other students in order of merit are paid 50% and 25% fare.

• 100 % placement of M.Tech. and B.Tech. students with MNCs and other Renowned Food Processing Industries. • University rated as 50th rank by National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF) of Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India

For more details please visit our website i.e. www.niftem.ac.in