I’m studying BA with Economics as a major subject, and want to become an economic adviser and budgets analyst for government agencies, industries and organisations. Which are the institutions to look at? What are my other job opportunities? – Nogen
Dear Nogen,
To become an economic advisor, a doctoral degree in Finance or Economics is desirable. Vast experience in economic research, providing economic advice and evaluating economic reforms with some administrative experience across NGOs, small-scale government agencies, and some industries and corporations is beneficial. To be a Budget Analyst, a Master’s in Accounting, FInance, an MBA, or a related area will help. The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is also quite coveted and is a definite advantage.
I am 23 and an Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering graduate. I am preparing for Tamil Nadu Public Services Examination. I am facing huge social pressure because I am jobless at 23. How can I deal with this? – Guhan
Dear Guhan,
The TNPSE exams can be taken from 21-30 years of age. How many years have you decided to take to crack this? Figure out the time investment that you want to make to realise this dream. Also, work on your plan B and get that going as well. Social pressure is not going to make your exam any easier or tougher, nor is it going to offer you a lucrative job. It will only demotivate and discourage you. Shut out the noise and focus on your immediate target: what you want to achieve.
I am currently pursuing intermediate BiPC but i’m not confident about NEET. What are the other available options? I want to pursue a degree abroad. – Heeba
Dear Heeba, There are so many choices for you apart from medicine. You can do Dental Science (BDS), Ayush Courses — Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine & Surgery (BAMS), Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (BNYS), Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery (BHMS), Veterinary Course (BVSc.), Nursing Courses, B.Sc courses — Anatomy, Physiology, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, Agriculture courses, Medical Engineering courses — B.Tech Food Technology, Biotechnology, Physiotherapy, Allied courses in Audiology, Radiology, Psychology, Occupational therapy and so on. You can look for colleges abroad depending on your interest and aptitude in what you eventually shortlist.
I completed Integrated Master's in English Studies last year and would like to pursue a career as interpreter/translator. I have already done basic/intermediate certificate courses in Korean and Chinese but haven't yet appeared for proficiency tests like TOPIK and TOCFL. Please guide me on what to do next. Also what are the possible areas/sectors I can apply in? - Aswathy V
Dear Aswathy,
The basic qualifications to become an interpreter include the ability to read, write and speak fluent Korean/Chinese at a near-native level. The TOPIK and TOCFL are standardised language proficiency tests and certification is mandatory to qualify to become an interpreter. What do you want to do next? What is something that will give you happiness and joy? Get the specialised training that you need and you could then teach across schools, colleges, and private institutions or even become an online tutor, look for jobs at the Embassy/Consulate, MNCs or specific cohorts of groups and people where this language is a must, Tourism and hospitality industry, aviation industry, become a content writer and/or an editor, a blogger or even relocate to Korea or China depending on a lucrative employment offers.
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