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Actuarial Science

This is the discipline that assesses financial risks in the insurance and finance fields using mathematical and statistical methods, says Investopedia. Actuaries describe their work as challenging and interesting as they deal with risks that help companies to avoid loses while ensuring high customer satisfaction. With the advent of globalization there is high demand for Actuarial sciences with the companies associated with insurance and finances but also with major corporates to evaluate their internal risk exposure.

Architecture & Planning

Architecture & Planning involves in all phases of development, from initial layout planning to construction. This is a creative field demanding visual, technical and design-based skills. There is high demand for Architects and planning engineers, which is increasing with time as the new cities, corporates, quality of life, etc. It is a long and arduous career process, but also rewarding based on the deliverables. Architects need to keep the requirements of the client while delivering a unique output, economically.

Arts - Fine & Performance

This is one of the field where you can leverage your creativity and love of art into a professional career. While this requires a formal education however mostly coupled with talent, dedication and hard work. Mostly misunderstood on career opportunities, field of Arts is associated with several professional and high paid opportunities. There are Fine and Performance arts as choices to opt, once identified, will decide on the required path to be adopted.

Business Administration

“Business is dynamic with unique challenges that depend on various external and internal factors. Hence Business Administration demands skills in management, operations and people management and can apply to almost any industry in the world of business. Irrespective of size and volume of the businesses, every operation needs skilled administrators for efficient execution. Some of these positions are associated with subject specialists and some are with general management.

Civil Services

Considered as one of the toughest selection process in the world for the most admired positions in India. Even tough numbers vary every year, approximately 4.5Lakh applicants aspire for less than 1500 positions. Civil services demand a long-term preparation and highest level of planning to crack it. Civil services offer challenging and ambitious jobs that are coupled with great sphere of authority and power to change lives and direction of progress.

Communication & PR

Communication field intersects with many popular disciplines such as Sociology, Psychology, Economics, philosophy and so on. Communications and PR are part of all corporates that emphases on understanding the cultural climate to find ways to effectively navigate the information towards the client for improved public relation. Communication and PR specialists act as a channel between the organization and public, while managing the flow of information.

Computer Science

The first six decades of modern computers is associated with computing itself. Computer science is a highly mathematical concerning filed with computers and software design. At basic level this field is different from Information Technology which is mostly associated with utilizing the software to create products and services. This is core field of computers and mathematics and requires high level of skills associated with logic building, analysis, decoding, numerical, etc.

Defence & Law Enforcement

India, with one of the largest standing army and paramilitary forces to counter external threats supported by intelligence, inter-service institutions and internal law enforcement agencies opens doors for numerous prestigious career options for individuals who love excitement, adventure and challenges. With growing population and improved quality of law enforcement agencies there is an inclination from youth towards these institutions. Increased Defence spending towards indigenous development and external high-end equipment offers new career options.

Design & Technology

Design and Technology is area of study that is associated with planning, designing and creating new products. It is mostly associated with technology coupled with creative and artistic aspects. Be a new product development or adding features to the existing product, the design and technology is sought after. It’s a broad field having opportunities associated with Software, Fashion, Engineering, and Design. If you have creative, problem solving, planning and evolution skills then this is the ideal career for you to explore.

Education

One of the oldest careers in human history with the importance and specialization increasing with time. Education is so closely associated with our lives that every individual holds a view about it. Field of education demands great depth of knowledge in the associated discipline. In the modern times the field is expanding from being a teacher to a counselor, mentor, trainer and beyond. It is a long path towards name and fame, requiring years of experience and vetting process, while few jobs are financially rewarding.

Engineering & Technology

The most sought after and over sold filed of career in India, producing millions of fresh engineers every year. Some of the highest paid careers could be found in the field of engineering. There are clear options to select core engineering or technology streams in the offering. Engineering is an extensive subject and it is important to select right stream of engineering to be in line with the reputed and upcoming jobs. You have analytical, problem solving, numerical and bit of creative skills then engineering filed could offer you most interesting jobs.

Entrepreneurship

Field of entrepreneurship exploded since the early 1990s and continuing to grow at higher pace throughout the world. It is an innovative field where the individual should have detailed knowledge in the area of working along with conceptual knowledge on various other associated areas required for floating, building and running a successful business. It is a complex and multifaceted field of operation and usually takes a toll on those who lack overall skills and personality. The success in one venture could be transferred to others through involvement or mentoring.

Environmental Studies

Humans has great influence and effect on the environment and Environmental studies helps us in understanding this interaction to solve complex issues. With ever expanding societies, consumption and carbon footprint, there is huge adverse effect on the environment. Both governments and corporates are equally working towards achieving the natural balance without any socio-economic impact. Environmental studies, an interdisciplinary subject provide actionable plan that could be adopted as policies by all the interested parties.

Fashion

It is not exaggeration to mention that every one of us has been exposed to fashion at some point of time. It is a multi-billion dollar industry with most creative jobs ever created. Behind the glitz, glamour and glossy frames of fashion world, there are millions of creative minds working to offer the best and unique output. With highest youth population in the world fashion industry is making strides in Indian economy creating new careers. It is the creative world with very few boundaries where individuals with artistic flair and talent would get the limelight.

Finance & Accounting

Accounting is a subset of Finance, which is a vast domain with applications in all commercial fields. Finance specialization seeks command on mathematics, statistics, decision making, and team management. Accounting is excepted to keep track of the transactions, analyze, budget analysis, and communicate the financial results. The financial manager is expected to involve in decision making process based on the data prepared by accountants, usually they would be part of the executive team making critical strategical planning.

Healthcare & Medicine

With increased life span and aging population there has been a rapid growth in the healthcare field with increasing demand for healthcare professionals and specialists. The new strides in medicines, medical technology and better understanding of physiology improved the success rate when handling various diseases and ailments. This led to further increase in demand related to new age medicines, technology and specialized professionals. To any extent, the standards are normalized across the borders thus enabling professionals to move across and improve their skills.

Healthcare – Alternate & Support

Healthcare has no meaning without the administrative and clinical support services such as Nurses, Physiotherapist, Radiologist, or paramedical services. These are extended arms of the doctors who help in recovery and rehabilitation. With ever increasing population there is huge demand for these professionals. Western medicine has been popular and effective however there is prevailing demand for alternate medicines such as Acupuncture, Ayurveda and Unani. In case you have interest in service oriented jobs interested in helping people then these support services are the right career options.

Information Technology

It is known as field associated with application of computers to achieve data and information handling to effective business operations. Information Technology, usually called as IT, is a technology intense field associated with computers and software. In the modern world, Computers and IT touch every aspect of modern life, be it communication or healthcare or Education. Currently IT is the highest job creating field and also the highest paying field in India, expected to grow at a higher pace than another other field.

International Business & Law

The very aspect of globalization is to ease the cross-border trade thus opening new markets for goods and services. However, with different local taxation, legislations, market dynamics, laws, and political aspects in various countries, conducting international business needs knowledge on global business management. This field is gaining prominence with more and more Indian companies expanding their operations in to offshore markets through acquisitions or expansions. This field covers forex risk, trade policies, export and import management, global economics, etc.

Investment, Securities & Insurance

Economies depend on internal and foreign investment in various fields, critical decisions taken by cream of professional who deals in investment banking, Risk analysis, portfolio management, etc. This is an ever-green field where professionals from various backgrounds would evaluate the markets and global trends to take investment decisions. With graduation preferably associated with finance or management, the field offers rewarding pay scale as you scale from being an Analyst to the position of Director.

Languages & Translation

Language opens doors for communication and understanding thoughts, important aspects in any multi-national business environment. The popularity or better prospects for a particular language is directly associated with the economic ties with a particular country. In the current scenario, Indian corporates and government are expanding their influence into unchartered territories and hence there is demand for proficiency in various languages. For example, considering the growing influence of China in global economy and their aging population, it is projected that by 2025 Chinese language would be in high demand.

Legal

Legal careers do not mean only Lawyers. With the new regulations, economic growth, opening legal system, technological collaborations and increasing loads of cases have fueled demand for range of legal professions other than Lawyers. With influx of corporates, international players and startups Legal profession has taken a glamourous shape with new corporate careers. A command on local laws, logical reasoning, objective analysis, and good communication skills would definitely takes you to places. Of course, the popular lawyer to judge route always stays as one of the popular options.

Life Sciences

Life sciences is associated with study of living organism, dealing with biology of cells to individual organism and how these organisms interact with each other within their environment. It is a complex field of science hence we often encounter specialists with one or two subspecialties, such as entomologists, virology, botany, Taxonomy, etc. In India, the life sciences are in development stage, mostly due to the funding, however with advent of private investment the field is picking up opening new careers. The field of life science always demands regional experts to understand the dynamics of various living organisms.

Logistics & Distribution

Logistics manages and controls the processes that are required to transfer the goods from the source to the recipient. In the current manufacturing and distribution scenario logistics management plays a vital role to achieve lean process ensuring availability of supply while minimizing the storage. In a fast-paced economy like India, prominence for Logistics and Distribution is growing contributing the manufacturing, retailing and civil distribution. Several Indian and Multi-national companies investing in this sector increased career options

Management

There is no business or institution that does not need management and guidance. It is the helm of the affairs that have control over all the activities that ensure smooth functioning of the intended operations. There are different specializations in management with each specializing in specific task or general management which oversees daily operations. There are several premium institutions and courses that are helping individuals to turn into effective management executives to lead the businesses. This is one field that has numerous challenging career options depending on your specialization.

Manufacturing & Production

Manufacturing is a process of transforming raw material into finished good to meet the demand of the market. This is a continuous process that needs precision and efficiency in each of its activity. Career in this field range from technical to operations. One of the critical activity of any manufacturing process is production planning and management. Indian manufacturing industry is steadily growing following favourable policies, creating new jobs every year. If you have inclination to be a specialist in technical, operations, safety, etc this is the right field.

Marketing

We, as consumers experience marketing activities targeting us to generate or meet daily needs. Marketing is in high demand as the world transforms into one big market and India with its internal consumption poised to be one of the largest markets in the world. Marketing is a creative field that requires new trends and open approach. Marketing is a vast field of career with several subfields that could be chosen as per your area of interest. This field is best for the individuals inclined towards strategizing, identifying patterns and trends.

Mathematics

Field of Mathematics is challenging, fun and rewarding that is suitable for individuals with logical and creative skills. There are variety of opportunities for mathematics as this subject is integral part of all major career such as Actuary, Economics, Sciences, Engineering etc. As a standalone career, higher qualification in Mathematics opens doors for wide range of career options. There is huge demand for subject expert who could simplify the world of numbers and help in calculating sensible results. Mathematics forms as basis for computational sciences.

Media & Journalism

Media is the most powerful entity on earth” – Malcolm X. Media is integral part of our lives where television, film, radio, digital, printing decides what entertains or influences us. Careers in media look for technical and people skills along with confidence, communication and patience. Media is complemented by Journalism which report on important aspects such as social, political and economic implications. With the boom in communication technology and increasing investment, there are numerous career options in the field of Media and Journalism.

Physical Sciences

Physical sciences are majorly associated with Physics, Chemistry, Astronomy and Geology. It has various subfields or cross-fields that makes this career option interesting. Most of the careers are associated with experiments to collect evidence of natural phenomena. Science and Technology is ever green and so are the career options for Physical Sciences. With globalization and change in government policies, private players are investing in theoretical and practical physics turning this field of science into a most sought after one.

Political Science

It’s a myth to think that all political sciences students are to become politicians. Even though politics is one of the career option, Political science addresses the fundamental issues associated with social, economic, political, peace, etc. This field is suitable for the individuals with socio-political knowledge, legal knowledge, communication skills, data analysis, and critical thinking. In India, there is huge spending on towards campaigning, lobbying, public relations, etc where individuals with political sciences background and relevant skills would excel.

Psychology

Psychology is one of the most sought after field of science that helps in understanding the human mind. It has both academic and Industrial applications or any field where human beings are involved. There are few negative vibes towards Psychology however it is a major field of science that could help in understanding and resolving several aspects associated with humans and their behaviour, at personal and organizational levels. There is steady growing demand for experts from this field to work along with other professions for effective utilization of human resource.

Real Estate

Even though there are no specific courses to study to choose real estate as a career option a thorough knowledge on finance, market research, banking, etc should be helpful. It is quite easy to start a career in the Real Estate field however it needs due diligence, people skills, resource management skills. Real estate market is booming India however it is most unorganized. Lately there is consolidation among major real estate players and you could find a systematic growth in profiled career options within the real estate field that could be rewarding.

Research

Field of Research creates tomorrow’s technologies to transform lives. It is a long gestation process and sometimes takes a life time to achieve a breakthrough. Research could be associated with any field of Science however mostly with higher education. Even though field of research in India is handicapped with lack of funding and resources, only supporting CSIR labs, there is a glimpse of hope with change in the policies and private participation. Careers in the field of Research are associated with any research and development activity that transforms existing models.

Sales & Customer Services

Sales people are born, not made – You should meet a real sales person with traits to agree with this statement. A profession in career does not demand specific qualifications but traits such as personal drive, ambitions, people and communication skills. However, a relevant education qualification could be an added advantage. Sales is always supported by customer support services which adds value to the offered product or service. Demographics of India and economic growth is offering numerous career opportunities in the field of sales and customer services.

Social Science & Services

Social science is a vast and powerful academic study that develop individual’s communication, interpersonal, teamwork, organizational and analytical skills. Opportunities in this career path include positions that use research and data to understand and improve society. The career options for Social science experts are increasing in India, even though not rewarding in the initial stage, could offer a meaningful career option that is involved in transforming lives. With private participation, there is introduction of new ideas and resources.

Sports & Event Management

One of the upcoming fields in India, Sports has seen changing trends not merely depending on on-field performance but evolved as an industry. Previously solely dependent on government assistance, the purview of sports and associated fields transformed with the participation from private institutions. No sport or an event could be conducted effectively without involvement of a great Event Management team. These days there is huge demand for professionals with creative thinking who could provide different experience for the public and the stars through proper event management.

Tourism & Entertainment

With growing average income, connectivity and outlook towards life, the Tourism and Entertainment industry is growing multi-fold. Travel and tourism is the third largest foreign exchange generator for India. There is ever increasing investment from government and private sectors, opened new destinations offering a wide range of holiday options. The Entertainment industry has taken spotlight with increased demand, improved Pan-India connectivity and communication networks. Information technology supporting the growth with new players offering customized solutions.

Transportation

Transportation involves in moving people and material from one place to other offers a variety of jobs and is a vital field for economy. Spread over land, sea and air routes transportation offers an effective connectivity between places. Some jobs that are associated with Transportation are very glamorous and high rewarding requiring expensive certification while some does not require specific qualifications. Lately the career opportunities are improving in India with more economic liberalization and improved connectivity.

Visual Designs

This is the field for creative individuals interested in art and design. This discipline covers all the areas of visual communication that could help a business to share a visual message with its targeted audience. The most popular careers in the field are the most creative and high paid, depending on the quality of output. The demand for visual designers is ever increasing with demand in cross-functional expertise. The growth in marketing and advertisement is also helping the visual design field to attract fresh talent creating numerous opportunities.

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