Commercial Fine Arts as a Career Option…….

 

The term ‘commercial fine arts’ is  widely used to refer to activities like painting, applied art, graphic interior design, sculpting, mural design, metal craft, ceramic design, pottery design and painting and many more. Commercial Fine Arts happens to be a recent phenomenon in a country like India. It actually means the use of art media for the purpose of commercial functions. It is about converting the imaginary into reality through the use of creative concepts. Let your imagination be visible to the whole world!

Commercial fine arts as a career option aligns and nurtures the creativity within the individual, thereby giving a technical finesse and edge that has become the need of the hour for individuals to survive in the industry of arts.

Eligibility and Courses

In order to pursue Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts, one must complete the 10+2 level or equivalent, while to go for a Post Graduate program in Commercial Fine Arts, one must have a graduation degree in Fine Arts.

Bachelors program in commercial fine arts is 3 years course, divided into three parts consisting of one year each. The various things that are taught at the graduation level are the possible ways in which Fine Arts can be commercialized, how the arts and products can be commercialized, how is the conversion of imaginary to reality made possible and many more aspects.

Some of the popular courses in Commercial Fine Arts are:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts – Applied Arts
• Bachelor of Fine Arts- History of Art
• Bachelor of Fine Arts – Sculpture
• Bachelor of Fine Arts- Graphic Art
• Bachelor of Visual Arts
• Bachelor of Fine Arts
• Bachelor of Fine Arts – Graphics Print Making
• Bachelor of Fine Arts – Commercial Arts
• Post Graduate Diploma in Commercial Art

Personal Attributes

• Must possess observatory sense
• Should have determination
• Must have marketing skills
• Must have will power
• Must have Pragmatism
• Must have Originality
• Should possess selling skills
• Should be creative and original
• Should have an eye for a detail

Career Prospects

Individuals in India with a Commercial Fine Arts degree can pursue a career in designing, advertisement industry, art studios etc. Career of a graphic designer making out logos and designs in commercial houses or drawing illustrations in magazines and books or for the publishing houses sounds interesting! One can also go for designing of the non-verbal presentations for the various television shows that involve election results, trade figure analysis etc. The artist in fine arts can go for designing letter heads and stamps at the government organizations. They can work as Graphic Equalizers in software and advertisement companies. Commercial Fine Arts professionals can design cinema slides, technical catalogues, cinema slides, window slides and many more. Further they also have the opportunity to work as art directors in films and theatres.

Commercial Fine Arts as a career option would also allow you to work as a freelancer and design murals, portraits and also auction his drawings and creations at the exhibition. Workshops can also be conducted by professionals in Commercial Fine Arts and the related areas. You can go for writing reviews in art magazines or work as an art critic. A career in Commercial Fine Arts open up wide career prospects for individuals, in countries like Italy, France, Germany etc s these are the nations which have been the epitome of evolutionary changes when it comes to Commercial Fine Arts and have been producing maestros in this field.

Institutes in India

• University of Delhi

• Jamia Milia Islamia

• Faculty of fine arts Banaras Hindu University

• Banasthali Vidhyapeeth, Rajasthan

• Calcutta University

• University of Rajasthan

• Rajasthan School of Arts, Jaipur

• SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai

• Indian Art academy

• College of Arts, Delhi

• Vishwa Bharti University

• Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women – Pune, Maharashtra

• Bundelkhand University – Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh

• Amity School of Fine Arts – Noida, Uttar Pradesh

• College of Fine Arts – Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

• University College of Fine Arts, Davanagere, Karnataka

• Ideal Fine Art Visual Arts College, Gulbarga, Karnataka

• Srujanakala Fine Arts College, Dharwad, Karnataka

A Career in Cosmetelogy!

 

Cosmetology is defined as that branch of Science, where beauticians recognize the human anatomy, the body and the skin, thereby offering a treatment for any type of abnormality.  Problems related to beauty are treated by cosmetologists through the use of knowledge and equipments such as body galvanic machine, vacuum, faradic current, massages and varied types of creams and oils.

The entire process of looking good is covered by Cosmetology. It consists of everything ranging from health care to beauty therapies. A Career in Cosmetology involves the use of knowledge and diverse variety of treatments and tools for enhancing one’s hair, face, body and the entire. The chief job of a cosmetologist is to make the clients look attractive.

In India though, the use of technology and science for beautifying someone’s appearance has been a very recent and emerging phenomenon, yet in other countries, doctors and cosmetologists work together since the two professions are very closely linked.

A career in Cosmetology has definitely got huge scope. Environment pollution and urbanization has made it necessary take care of one’s own body and skin regularly. This calls for beauty treatments from time to time. Courses in Cosmetology besides offering trainings for grooming techniques, also makes use of naturopathy mathods for the maintenance of healthy body and fit mind.

Courses and Eligibility

The many courses in Cosmetology are designed specially to train the candidates in beauty therapies, personal grooming, and beauty treatments. The courses are lay emphasis on healthy eating and good food habits.

Cosmetology programs in India can be divided into several sections such as personal grooming, beauty treatment classes and ethnic beauty therapies. Ayurvedic treatments have also emerged as important lessons in the field of cosmetology. Grooming and Hair treatment are the other essential aspects of cosmetology courses.

There are many training institutes that provide diploma programs in cosmetology. The eligibility criterion for getting into these courses is 10+2 qualification. The course duration varies with the type of specialization.

Personal Attributes

Some of the personal attribute required for a successful cosmetology career are:

• Should have a sense for aesthetics

• Should have an imaginative mind

• Should like to socialize with peoples from all age groups

• Should be pleasing and polite

• Should have a good sense of business

• Should have the ability to make the clients feel comfortable and special

• Should be aware of the emerging and latest trends in the area of cosmetology

• Should have that inclination to take care of people

• Should have the ability to multitask

• Should possess a positive attitude

• Should be self motivated

• Should be professional and have the ability to interact with the clients

Career Prospects

Interesting to have a career in Cosmetology, innumerable job opportunities await the emerging, talented cosmetologists. One have the scope to specialize in varied fields such as beauty therapy, massage, hair styling, make-up, facials, pedicure, manicure, electrolysis and herbal beauty that helps in opening up new vistas for the cosmetology professionals.

Apart from these, there are lucrative career openings in the Fashion industry that is in continuous need for professionals who can groom the models and the fashion stars. Professionals in the field of cosmetology can make it really big and flourishing in sectors like fashion, film and television, advertising etc.

Institutes in India

VLCC Institute of Beauty, Health & Management
A-18, Lajpat Nagar-II,
New Delhi-110024
Phone: 29840631/32/33.

Habib’s Hair Academy
M-3, South Extension, Part-2, New Delhi

Eves Beauty and Hair Academy
194, B-Block ,
Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi
Phone: (0) 9811536559
E-mail: info@evesbeauty.com

Shahnaz Hussain’s Women’s World International
B-40, Greater Kailash-1,
New Delhi

Smiles
A-160, Azad Nagar
MIG Colony, Veera Desai Road
Andheri (West)
Mumbai

Akbar Peerbhoy Girl’s Polytechnic
92, D N Road, Fort
Mumbai

International Polytechnic for Women
1860, Sector 34-D
Chandigarh

Polytechnic for women
A-3, South Extension, Part-1
New Delhi

Schnell Hans Beauty School
111, Mistry Chambers Colaba
Mumbai—400 005

Pivot Point
32, De’Monte Colony
T T K Road, Alwarpet
Chennai—600 018
Phone: (044) 467 1752 / 53

Spratt—The Hair Studio
Ground floor, Marielle Apartments
3, Magrath Road
Bangalore—560 025
Phone: (080) 5091110 / 12

YWCA of Delhi
Women’s training Institute,
Bangla Sahib Lane,New delhi- 11 0001

Loyola Institute of Vocational EducationLoyola College,
Chennai-34

 

A Career in Forestry and Wildlife!

 

Forests in India count among the important natural resources in the country. Providing us with numerous timber, herbs and other valuable products, Forests also immensely contribute towards the economic development of our country! Going hand in hand with forestry, wildlife forms an important part of the forests. How to make the maximum utilization of the resources of the forests without any disturbances created to the ecological balance has been an important concern of the Government. Hence this has created a large demand for skilled professionals in this sector.

An interesting and important subject of study, a career in Forestry and Wildlife is gaining popularity with time. Forest wealth contributes considerably to the country’s economy. Trained personnel are hence in demand who are capable of maintaining and regenerating the forest wealth, forest cover and its resources and would also be able to come up with ways to maintain our wildlife.

In order to take up a career in Forestry and wildlife there are certain eligibility criteria that needs to be fulfilled.

Eligibility & Courses

Varied educational courses are available on forestry and wildlife, at various levels such as graduate, postgraduate, Ph.D. level or diploma level. Those having the combination of Biology, Chemistry and Physics at their intermediate level can opt for pursuing B.Sc Forestry programs. At the master’s level, the specializations that are offered to the students are Forest Management, Forest Economics, Commercial Forestry, Wood Science & Technology, Veterinary Science, Wildlife Science etc. Opportunities are also there for the desiring students willing to go for Ph.D in Forestry. Those having a Bachelors degree in relevant subjects can sit for the Indian Forest Service exam that is held by the Union Public Service Commission.

Personal Attributes

• Should have a liking for outdoors
• Should have the spirit for adventure
• Must be fir, possess good health and stamina
• Must have patience
• Should have a scientific temperament
• Should have the organizing abilities
• Should have public relations skill
• Should be practical, courageous
• Must possess decision-making abilities
• Should be able to work for long hours
• Should have an interest for the preservation of natural habitat and environment
• Should have inclination towards research and must possess an academic bent of mind
• Should be curious and have observational skills
• Should have an interest towards geography and agriculture

Career Prospects and Job Opportunities

Job opportunities are many in the field of forestry and wildlife. Foresters have job opportunities in laboratories, offices or outdoors, with various types of organizations such as Governmental and non-governmental or corporate groups which are interested in the conservation of the forest resources. Industries, which are in the process of utilizing forest resources, also employ agricultural consultants.

There are immense career prospects at the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) and the various affiliated Forestry research institutes under it like Forest Research Institute, Dehra Dun, Institute of Social Forestry and Eco-rehabilitation, Allahabad etc.

Excellent career prospects await the forestry and wild life professionals who can work at the Zoological Parks or in the Education sector as teachers, Forester, Dendrologists Enthologists, Entomologists, Silviculturistsis, Forest Range Officers, Zoo curators etc.

Institutes in India

Agricultural College and Research Institute
Coimbatore (Coimbatore Dist.) – 651003

Birsa Agricultural University
Kanke , Ranchi (Ranchi Dist.) – 834006

Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi (Delhi)
Maidan Garhi , New Delhi (Delhi) – 110068

Chaudhary Charan Singh (C.C.S.) Haryana Agricultural University
Hisar (Hisar Dist.) – 125004

College of Agriculture
Hebbal , Mysore (Mysore Dist.) – 560024

College of Agriculture and Regional Research Station
Dharwad (Dharwad Dist.) – 580005

College of Agriculture
Pantnagar (Udhamsingh Nagar Dist.) – 263145

College of Horticulture and Forestry
Solan (Solan Dist.) – 173230

College of Technology and Agricultural Engineering
Udaipur (Udaipur Dist.) – 313001

College of Forestry, Srinagar
Srinagar (Srinagar Dist.)

Dolphin (P.G.) Institute of Bio-Medical and Natural Sciences
Manduwala, Chakrata Road , Dehradun (Dehradun Dist.) – 248007

Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth
PO Krishinagar , Akola (Akola Dist.) – 444104

Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya : College of Agriculture, Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh)
Krishi Nagar, Agartala , Jabalpur (Jabalpur Dist.) – 482004

Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth
Dapoli (Ratnagiri Dist.) – 415712

Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology : College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology
Bhubaneshwar (Khurda Dist.) – 751003

Manipur University
Canchipur , Imphal (Imphal Dist.) – 795003

Kerala Agricultural University
Vellanikkara (Thrissur Dist.) – 680654

College of Forestry
KAU P.O, Thrissur , Vellanikkara (Thrissur Dist.) – 680656

Kerala Agricultural University, Vellanikkara (Kerala)
Vellanikkara (Thrissur Dist.) – 680654

Punjab Agricultural University: College of Agriculture
Ludhiana (Ludhiana Dist.) – 141004

Forest Research Institute
F. R. I University, P. O. IPE, Kaulagarh Road , Dehradun (Dehradun Dist.) – 248195

School of Forestry and Environment: Sam Higginbottom Institute of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHIATS),Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh)

Explore a Career in Nano Technology!

Definitely a prosperous and a major technology of our future, Nanotechnology happens to be the science of miniature. An exciting area to research on, this field holds great potential for the advancement of technologies in the coming years.  An emerging, global field, Nanotechnology deals with the many applications that span across the diverse areas of technology and science. It is a type of molecular engineering. It is the technology associated with the construction and examination of various minute objects. It can be defined as the application of engineering, technology and science to develop various novel materials as well as devices in the fields of nano-range.

The application of Nanotechnology will definitely open up new vistas for research in the field of science and engineering. As a result of this, this relatively upcoming and new field is emerging fast as a sought after technological arena and in coming times will count as a very significant technology.

Course and Eligibility

Those who desire to pursue and explore a career in Nanotechnology should possess a post graduate degree in Nanotechnology that is either M.Sc. or M.tech degree in Nanotechnology.

The minimum eligibility criteria for applying for the post graduation degree in this filed is a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and a combination of subjects like Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Life Sciences. Those who wants to go for M.Tech in Nanotechnology must have a B.Tech Degree in any one of the many subjects like Mechanical Science, Material, Chemical, Biomedical science, Electronics and Computer Science or Biotechnology. Those who have completed M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Material Science and Computer Science can go for  M.Tech Programs as well.

The students are also required to sit for an entrance test depending on the institute one wants to get through.

The many courses in Nanotechnology gives the students a detailed knowledge about several concepts such as nano-structuring, fabrication techniques for the various nano-devices and characterization techniques, Designing of resistant, durable and cheaper materials, Techniques for tapping the solar energy thereby increasing its power, Designing of various electronic components with more importance on dimension and power, Connection between environmental science and nano-technology, Convergence of nano- technology, genetic medicine and development of different exclusive drug delivery system.

Some of the courses in Nanotechnology are:

• Certificate Course in Nanotechnology
• Integrated Dual Degree (B.Tech./M.Tech.) in Nanotechnology
• Diploma in Nanotechnology
• M.S. Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
• M.Tech. Nanotechnology
• M.Tech. Health Care Nanotechnology (Integrated)
• M.Sc. Nanoscience
• M.Tech. Nanomedical Sciences
• M.Tech. Nanotechnology (Integrated)
• Ph.D. Nanotechnology
• Ph.D. Nanoscience and Technology

Personal Attributes

Several personal attributes that help one in flourishing in the field of Nano Technology, are:

• Having a physics and chemistry background
• Must have open, scientific and enquiring bent of mind
• Should possess analytical skills
• Should have the natural inclination towards research work
• Should be hard working
• Should have immense desire to work
• Must have mathematical skills and knowledge in computer programming
• Should have appropriate laboratory training
• Should be able to handle and deal with advanced equipments

Career Prospects and Job Opportunities

A career in Nanotechnology has tremendous career prospects with some great job opportunities which are expanding at a fast space. The important areas for the growth and development of various applications that involve Nanotechnology are pharmaceuticals and medical, advanced materials and textiles, electronics, magnetics and optoelectronics, information technology, energy chemicals etc.

A Nanotechnology professional can work in diverse field such as bio-informatics, stem cell development, nano-medicine, nano toxicology, pharmaceutical companies and nano power generating sectors.

Some other areas of work are Health Industry, Environment Industry, Agriculture, Food and Beverages, Product development and advising, Space Research, Academic and Teaching, R & D in government, universities and private research institutes, Bio-Technology, Genetics, Communication & Media and Forensic science

Institutes in India

Biosys Biotech Lab and Research Centre
63/32, IInd Floor, Kamaraj colony, Ist street Kodambakkam
Chennai – 600024

University of Rajasthan
Centre for Converging Technologies
Near Law College Building, University Campus,
J.L.N. Marg , Jaipur – 302055

Central University of Jharkhand
Brambe, Mandar, Lohardaga Road, Ranchi – 835 205

Amity Institute of Nanotechnology (A.I.N.T.)
Amity Campus, Sector 125, (Adjoining New Delhi)
Noida – 201303

Integral University
Dasauli, P.O. Bas-ha Kursi Road
Lucknow- 226026

International Institute of Information Technology
School of Interdisciplinary Science and Technology
P-14, Pune Infotech Park, Phase – 1, Hinjawadi
Pune – 411057

Sastra University
Centre for Nanotechnology and Advanced Biomaterials (CeNTAB)
Thanjavur – 613402

Jamia Millia Islamia
Maulana Mohammad Ali Johar Marg, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi- 110025

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Kukatpally , Hyderabad- 500085

Indian Institute of Science
Center of Excellence in Nanoelectronics (C.E.N.), Bangalore (Karnataka)

Amritha Centre for Nanosciences (A.C.N.S.)
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences Campus, Elamakkara P.O., Kochi – 682026

Kalasalingam University
Anand Nagar, (Via) Srivilliputhur , Krishnankoil- 626190

National Institute of Technology (N.I.T.)
Kurukshetra- 136119

National Institute to Technology (N.I.T.)
Sector -1, Rourkela- 769008

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (M.A.N.I.T.)
Bhopal- 462051

Center for Converging Technologies
Rajasthan University, Jaipur- 302055

Research Centers in Nanotechnology

• Nano Mission, Department of Science and Technology, New Delhi
  Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi – 110016
  Phone: 011-26963695

 

• National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune
  Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pune – 411008
  Phone: 020-2590 2013
  Fax: 020-2590 2636

 

• National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi
  Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi -110012

 

A Career in Nutrition!

Dietetics, the science of health promotion through nutrition and food management has brought a new profession in the world. Being so, this area of study achieved importance for the awareness that inappropriate food habit causes numerous major diseases since, the superiority of life is based on the quality of food we consume.

Dieticians play a major role in improving the value of life and promoting good health by corrective food habits. Apart from planning meals for people of different age groups according to their sickness, work routine etc., nutritionists even counsel and edify them about the ways to choose and prepare healthy foods as per the doctrine of nutrition. These diets are constantly monitored and changed by them depending on the improvement of the clients.

Courses and Eligibility

Studying Nutrition, Home Science, Food Science or Technology courses at the Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree level is a must for people who decide to build up a career in Nutrition.

Only Plus two or Higher Secondary Examination pass outs with science subjects like home science, biology, physics and chemistry are eligible to enroll themselves in the graduate level degree course in Nutrition. Besides a graduation in Dietetics and Nutrition, other preferable areas of graduation are Food Science and Technology, Home Science, Medicine, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Catering Technology, Hotel Management etc.

Post-graduation in Nutrition can be done either on 2 year Degree course or 1 year Diploma course which is known as Diploma in Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition (DDPHN). Students possessing a Bachelors degree in the subjects mentioned previously are eligible for Master’s Degree and Diploma level courses. The 2 year M.Sc. course in Home Science includes Bio-Chemistry, Bio-Statistics, Physiology, Research Methods, Human Nutritional Necessities, Research on Nutrition, Principles of Food Science and Food Micro-Biology in the first year. The final year consists of subjects like Human Dietetics and Nutrition, Food Science and Institutional Management. The course even gives one the opportunity to specialize in Nutrition and Food Science.

Personal Attributes

A good nutritionist or dietitian must possess:

• An interest towards food preparation and food itself
• Good communication skills for communicating with individuals as well as groups
• Good writing abilities in order to produce leaflets, reports etc
• Patience and concern for the fellow beings
• Planning abilities and administrative skills
• Organizational ability
• Should be healthy and fit
• Should be able to work in a team

Career Prospects

Nowadays, Nutrition is one of the vital and growing fields where one can get endless opportunities if looking to build up a career in Nutrition. Dieticians or Nutritionists are required everywhere like hospitals, nursing homes, canteens, health clubs, catering unit of star hotels, government’s health departments, food manufacturing companies and even in recreation clubs. Other noble options are to teach the subject in colleges or universities and to work as specialists to practice privately. Moreover, they get job offers from mass media which prioritize the circulation of important information on healthy life.

The main area of a nutritionists’ work is Food service industry, Institutional Catering, Research and Development and Social Welfare, Health Care field etc. Food service consists of Restaurants and Catering service where nutritionists need to plan the menu and monitor food preparation. Same as Food service, Institutional Catering even requires dietetics professionals to plan administer and arrange nutritious balanced diets for cafeterias of schools, colleges, offices, factories etc. Apart from that, their work might include evaluation and acquisition of food materials and equipment, checking and receiving inventories of supplies etc. Professionals carrying on such work are recognized as Administrative or Management Nutritionists.

Nutritionists involved in Social Welfare activities, often called as Community dietitian or Public Health Nutritionists, are mostly attached to government-aided public health divisions to improve the mass food habits and public health.

Institutes in India

International Life Sciences Institute,
Y 40B, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016
Tel.: 011-26968752
Course: Current and Innovative Approaches to Microbiological Food Safety Management

Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute
J Ramachandra Nagar, Perur, Chennai-60005

National Institute of Nutrition
Hyderabad
Tel.: 040-27197200
Course: Basic Studies on Community Nutrition

J.D. Birla Institute
11, Lower Rawdon Street, Kolkata – 700020
Tel.: 033-24755070
Course: Certificate Course in Home Science
Duration: 1 (one) year

Dr. MGR University
No.40, Anna Salai Nawab garden, Guindy, Chennai-600032

University of Madras, Centenary Building
Chepauk, Triplicane, PO Chennai-600116

Madurai Kamaraj University
Plakabi Nagar, Madurai-625021

A Career in Risk Management!

Risk Management Courses which focuses on calamity management has opened a new avenue in the field of study in India. Urbanization has increased the risks of natural calamities like flood, earthquake, fire etc. Residents of earthquake prone region and coal mine areas are always threatened by the damage caused by the movement of earth and exposure to toxic and methane gas respectively.

Risk management students are even educated on how to handle building collapse, industrial gas outflow and epidemics. Thickly inhabited areas are mostly threatened by mass devastation of artificial or natural nature. Besides natural calamities, Risk management deals with risks related to financial investments, wealth management, share market operations etc. which gets caused by non-materialistic risks like financial failure, project failures, share market crash etc.

The process of Risk Management stands on prioritizing the most susceptible to be catered first. Classification of risk is done on the basis of the value of the damage incurred since, risks can be of either lower value loss with high possibility of occurrence or high value loss but minor possibility of occurrence. To judge the type of risk, one needs to go through a thorough training.

The upcoming of quality assurance as a custom in the global industries has given a crucial dimension to Risk Management. The process of Risk Management is used as parameters to evaluate a concern’s worthiness. Effectual Risk Management in industrialized enterprises deploys the different paraphernalia of Process Management.

The main concern of Risk Management is to identify and measure the risks which a firm faces. Risk managers can either be Specialists concentrating on a particular area or Generalists covering numerous different fields. The chief group of risk in the financial industry includes:

Non-payment on loans unmitigated by a firm

Losses on the stock of securities seized by traders

Losses on asset securities in custody of the firm’s account

Counter-party risk

Risk Management employees develop and implement procedures and rules designed to diminish these risks. They even utilize diverse economic contracts and instruments like Insurance, Derivatives, Options contracts, Futures contracts and Swaps to manage and control risks.

Courses and Eligibility

Though Graduation is the minimum required qualification to work in this field, it often necessitates a trainee to be an MBA with strong quantitative ability. Numerous official risk management certifications are prevalent in the field of education prescribed by an increasing number of companies which might assist in building up a career in Risk Management. Experience in accounting, law, insurance, compliance and operational part of the fiscal industry definitely adds on to the credentials.

The most excellent risk professionals are featured to be detail-oriented with an intense understanding of the impact of nonfigurative forces on a business and with a flair for numbers. Companies are in constant hunt of candidates who are:

Have Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, actuarial sciences etc.

Have done MBA or BBA in risk management

Have work experience of business insurance underwriters

Have work experience of claims managers or claims adjusters in renowned insurance organizations

Hold designations like CPCU or ARM in a company

Career Scopes

Jobs related to Risk Management mostly subsist in financial segment. After successful completion of risk management studies, qualified and well-trained risk management experts are appointed by insurance companies, venture capitalists and wealth managers in diverse capacities. Competent candidates can switch over to rewarding careers in this field by pursuing at least any one of the below-mentioned channels:

Networking: One of the precious tools for career changers and qualified risk managers is present-day career network. The Risk and Insurance Management Society and The Risk Management Association meet business insiders and are knowledgeable about the different openings in the industry.

Local firms: Professionals residing in the metropolitans might not be aware of the local contractors specialized in Enterprise Risk Management. Job seekers should be well-aware of these firms to stay updated about new job openings.

Online career websites: Nowadays this is one of the most authentic methods to look for a new job posting. However, candidates using Online Career Websites should stay alert about the fact that competition in this field is fierce and can be time consuming.

One can build up a career in Risk Management as the following:

• Program Manager
• Enterprise Risk Manager
• Risk Analyst – Information Security
• Manager- Operations Performance Management
• Chief Risk Manager
• Information Risk Manager
• Information Risk Lead
• Environment Health & Safety Leader
• Operational Risk Manager

Institutes in India

Institute of Insurance and Risk Management
1149, Road 57, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad – 500033
Andhra Pradesh
Tel.: 040-23556470
Course: International Post Graduate Diploma in risk Management
Duration: One year

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in India
Post Box 7100, Indraprastha Marg, New Delhi – 110002
Tel: 011-39893989
Course: Certificate course in Enterprise Risk Management

Indian Institute of Banking and Finance
The Arcade, 2nd Floor, World Trade Center,
Cuffe Parade, Mumbai – 400005;
Tel: 022-22187003
Course: Diploma is Treasury, Investment and Risk Management

Explore a Career in Tele Communication!

With the growth and development of the electronic media, the telecom industry in India is fast growing as one of the prosperous and developing sectors. A major role is played by the telecom sector in our daily life. It is because of the developments in the telecom industry and its technologies that now we can communicate with people even over long distances. In the age of communication and information, digitally improved communication devices such as internet, mobiles and satellites are leading to expansion in order to make communication technology reach widely to people. This has resulted in huge demands for efficient and skilled professionals in the sector of Telecommunication.

An important part of Electronic Engineering, Telecommunication deals with different types of information as well as transmission networks. It is basically the exchange of information over distances, with the help of various electronic means. It deals with the many communication systems like radio, cables, satellite communications, radar, TV, navigational communication tools etc. Telecommunication engineering comprises of designing and manufacturing and also the operation of the devices involved. This interesting section of the engineering industry is gaining immense popularity with time. The diverse services offered by the telecom industry, makes it even more a lucrative and sought after profession among the young generation.

The increasing requirements in the field of wireless and digital communication have created huge demands for telecommunication professionals. Those interested in sectors such as signal processing, microelectronic devices, data networking, compression, coding, encryption and transmission can definitely explore a career in Telecommunication.

The main areas where telecommunication focuses are research and development, servicing, production, marketing and sales, teaching etc. Students having a strong foundation as well as a liking for subjects such as Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics can go for a career in Telecommunication.

Courses and Eligibility

If you desire to go for a B.E or B. Tech degree in Telecommunications, the minimum eligibility criterion is the completion of 10+2 or equivalent with Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics as the combination of subjects along with a good percentage of marks. In some of the universities in India, those with a diploma in telecommunication engineering or a B.Sc. degree are entitled for the admission to B.E. course.

For post graduation courses in Telecommunication that is M.E or M.Tech, one needs to have a bachelor’s degree in telecommunication. Apart from the post graduate diploma and certificate courses, some institutes in India also offer MBA programs in Telecommunication. The minimum eligibility criterion for pursuing MBA in this field is a graduate degree in Telecommunication.

For admission, the candidates are also required to sit for an entrance test. Admission to IITs takes place through the Joint Entrance Exam that is JEE. The other important institutes take in students through the All India Engineering/Pharmacy/Architecture Entrance Examination that is AIEEE.   Some of the institutes also have their individual entrance tests either at the national or state level.

At the Symbiosis Institute of telecom management student desiring to go for MBA are admitted on the combined score at the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP), Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

In Amity Institute of Telecom Technology and Management located in Noida, students are admitted through MAT, CAT or GMAT score.

At the national level, the apex body of electronics and telecommunication is the Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE). Both graduate ship examination that is AMIETE – Associate Membership of Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers as well as diploma examination that is DIPIETE – Diploma of Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers in Electronics and Telecommunication and Computer Science and Engineering streams, are conducted by this body.

The duration of the BE or B.Tech courses in Telecommunication consists of 4 years while the post graduate diploma, ME, M.Tech or MBA courses consist of 2 years duration. While the diploma courses are of 1 year, the certificate courses are generally of 3 months.

Telecommunication courses in India makes the students aware of the different telecommunication devices like cable TV, satellites, mobile phones, computer networking, navigation, radar etc. Emphasis is also given on mobile telephony, GSM architecture, wireless communication, CDMA, GPRS network, internet protocol media system, voice over internet protocol, symbian operating system, designing optical networks and designing data network etc.

Some of the popular programs in Telecommunication are:

• B.E. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• B.Tech. Telecommunication Engineering
• B.E. Telecommunication Engineering
• B.Tech. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• Certification Course for Telecom and Wireless Professional
• Diploma in Telecommunication Technology
• Diploma in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering (DIPIETE/ AMIETE)
• M.E. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• M.B.A. Telecommunication Systems Management
• M.Tech. Networking and Telecommunications
• M.Tech. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• Post Graduate Diploma in Telecommunication

Personal Attributes

A Telecommunication professional to be successful must possess certain attributes:

• Excellent communication skills
• Must have skills to evaluate situations
• Organizational capability
• Ability to take quick decisions
• Good analytical skills
• Ability to solve problems
• Should have teamwork skills
• Knowledge of computers, both software as well as hardware
• An eye for details
• Must have an inventive and creative mind
• Should be proficient in public speech, project management and technical writing Sustained attention
• Knowledge of mathematics, science, and various computer programs

Career Prospects

In the recent times a career in Telecommunication is witnessing a rapid increase in scope, in India. Telecommunication Engineers basically deals with establishing and developing communication with the help of telephones, radar, radio, telegraphs, tele printers etc. Their work consists of designing, operating, manufacturing, installing, maintaining and troubleshooting of the various telecom devices. The many areas where the Telecommunication engineers have wide prospects include the Telephone industry, microwave radio systems, computer industry, earth stations that use satellite dishes, satellite communications, fiber optics communication systems, cellular phone industry, etc.

The telecommunication professionals can work as engineers, test engineers, application engineers, software engineers, customer support staff, product managers, repairers, installers, power distributors, power reactor operators, dispatchers, real-time computer systems developer, telecom system solutions engineer, DSP chip design engineer, video engineer, image processor, neural network engineer etc.

The Cable and the satellite networks, railways or police wireless organizations, information and broadcasting sectors, quality assurance, sales, telecommunication service providers, aerospace industry, design development, production, servicing, mobile phone service providers are among the other areas where the telecommunication personnel can give their career a fly.

Graduates who are excellently skilled in designing, installing and troubleshooting are always in huge demand in the various telecommunication companies like Vodafone, VSNL, Airtel, BSNL, Tata Indicom, Nokia, Reliance, Siemens, and Motorola etc. BSF, CRPF and the various defense organizations also recruit telecommunication professionals. They can also work in sectors like Research and Development, Sales and Marketing and Teaching.

Insitutes in India

Army Institute of Technology, Pune (Maharashtra)
Dighi Hills, Alandi Road , Pune (Pune Dist.) – 411015

Amrutvahini College of Engineering, Ahmednagar (Maharashtra)
Sangamner , Ahmednagar (Ahmednagar Dist.) – 422608

Assam Engineering College, Guwahati (Assam)
P.O.Jalukbari , Guwahati (Kamrup (Guwahati) Dist.) – 781013

Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg (Chhattisgarh)
Bhilai House , Durg (Durg Dist.) – 491001

Bengal Engineering and Science University, Howrah (West Bengal)
P.O.Botanical Garden, Shibpur , Howrah (Howrah Dist.) – 711103

Cusrow Wadia Institute of Technology, Pune (Maharashtra)
19, Late Prin. V. K. Joag Path , Pune (Pune Dist.) – 411001

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya : Institute of Engineering and Technology, Indore (Madhya Pradesh)
DAVV, Khandwa Road , Indore (Indore Dist.) – 452017

Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering, Pune (Maharashtra)
Sr. No. 124 & 126, A/p Ambi, MIDC Road, Tal Maval, Talegaon Dabhade , Pune (Pune Dist.) – 410506

D.K.T.E. Society’s Textile and Engineering Institute, Ichalkaranji (Maharashtra)
Rajwada, P.O.Box. No.130 , Ichalkaranji (Kolhapur Dist.) – 416115

Government College of Engineering, Amravati (Maharashtra)
Kathora Naka , Amravati (Amravati Dist.) – 444604

Government College of Engineering, Aurangabad (Maharashtra)
Railway Station Road, Osmanpura , Aurangabad (Aurangabad Dist.) – 431005

Government Engineering College, Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh)
Jagdalpur (Bastar Dist.) – 494005

Government Engineering College, Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh)
Koni , Bilaspur (Bilaspur Dist.) – 495009

J.S.P. (Janata Shikshan Prasarak) Mandal’s Babasaheb Naik College of Engineering, Pusad (Maharashtra)
215 Karla Road, Near Sooth Girni , Pusad (Yavatmal Dist.) – 445215

Goa College of Engineering, Ponda (Goa)
Farmagudi , Ponda (South Goa Dist.) – 403401

C.M.R. Institute of Technology (C.M.R.I.T.), Bangalore (Karnataka)
No.132, Kundalahalli, I.T. Park Road, Near AECS Layout , Bangalore (Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist.) – 560037

Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore (Karnataka)
Dayananda Sagar Institutions, Shavige Malleshwara Hills, Kumaraswamy Layout , Bangalore (Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist.) – 560078

B.M.S. Institute of Technology, Bangalore (Karnataka)
P.B.No. 6443, Avalahalli, Yelahanka, Doddaballapura Main Road , Bangalore (Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist.) – 560064

Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bangalore (Karnataka)
Near Janana Bharathi campus , Bangalore (Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist.) – 560056

K.L.E. Society’s College of Engineering and Technology, Belgaum (Karnataka)
Udyambag , Belgaum (Belgaum Dist.) – 590008

Kalpataru Institute of Technology, Tiptur (Karnataka)
BH Road , Tiptur (Tumkur Dist.) – 572202

Jawaharlal Nehru National College of Engineering, Shimoga (Karnataka)
PB No. 128, Navile , Shimoga (Shimoga Dist.) – 577201

M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore (Karnataka)
Vidya Soudha, MSRIT Post, MSR Nagar , Bangalore (Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist.) – 560054

P.E.S. Institute of Technology (P.E.S.I.T.), Bangalore (Karnataka)
100 Feet Ring Road, BSK III Stage , Bangalore (Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist.) – 560085

R.V. College of Engineering, Bangalore (Karnataka)
R. V. Vidyanikethan Post, 8th Mile, Mysore Road , Bangalore (Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist.) – 560059

M.V.J. College of Engineering, Bangalore (Karnataka)
Near ITPB, Channasandra , Bangalore (Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist.) – 560067

Rural Engineering College, Bhalki (Karnataka)
Bhalki (Bidar Dist.) – 595328

University College of Engineering, Burla (Orissa)
P.O. Burla Engineering College , Burla (Sambalpur Dist.) – 768018

Centum Learning Centre, New Delhi (Delhi)
Neelagagan, Mandi Road, Sultanpur, Mehrauli , New Delhi (Delhi) – 110030

University Of Hyderabad Centre For Distance Education, Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh)
Centre for Distance Education, University of Hyderabad, Central University P.O. Hyderabad (Hyderabad Dist.) – 500046

Indian Institute of Technology (I.I.T.) : Department of Management Studies, New Delhi (Delhi)
IV Floor, Vishwakarma Bhavan, Indian Institute of Technology, Hauz Khas , New Delhi (Delhi) – 110016

International Institute of Information Technology : School of Management, Pune (Maharashtra)
P-14, Pune Infotech Park, Phase – 1, Hinjawadi , Pune (Pune Dist.) – 411 057

A Career in Brand Management!

 

Brand management is the process of identifying and managing the many marketing techniques and processes for a particular service, product and brand. It is used has a tool to increase the value of the product or brand in the market. An individual aspiring to make a career in Brand Management needs to be aware of the principles of brand management that is the various Trademark Laws. He must be aware of the varied market trends and should have the ability of man management. The key to success as a brand manager is practical thinking and always being on the toes.

The individual is also required to present in the market, the benefits of the product along with the company’s image. He is required to deal with many brands at the same time as for instance economy brand, fighting brand, premium brand, corporate brand, individual brand, brand extension, family brand, private branding etc. In any and almost every business company of organization, brand management plays a broad and significant role. These days online brand management is also available. Hence there lies great career option for individuals in the field of brand management.

A Brand Management Career highlights the many benefits of identifying the significance of the brand manager whose job is to recognize brands, which would cater to the consumers and thereby come up with different marketing strategies for establishing those brands in the market. This process also includes the analysis of the major competitive brands present in the market, understand the requirements of the consumers and devise promotional tools that would highlight the USP that is the unique selling propositions of those particular brands.

Eligibility and Courses

There are several institutes in India that conducts many programs in Brand Management. The programs are usually provided at the post graduation level like Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Brand Management. The courses aim at teaching the individuals about the principles of brand management, analysis of market trend, value of a brand manager, consumer demand, brand launch, brand research,  USP, distribution, brand promotion, brand packaging and marketing etc.

The minimum eligibility criterion for this program is a graduate degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university. Those who aspire to become brand managers must have an MBA degree in marketing and for pursuing MBA, one need to appear for entrance tests such as MAT (Management Admission Tests), CAT (Common Admission Tests) etc.

The major areas covered by the various courses in Brand Management are:

• Principles of Brand Management
• Analysis of the Market Trends
• Market Research
• Consumer Demand
• Market Research
• Brand Launch and USP
• Brand Research
• Brand Promotion
• Advertisement and Marketing
• Distribution, Packaging and Marketing of a Brand

Personal Attributes

A career in Brand Management are meant for those high potential individuals who are

• Well motivated
• Have the ability to accept huge responsibilities with ease
• Requires little supervision,
• Have good communication skills
• Can travel when required
• Who can flourish amidst constant change

Career Prospects

After having completed the brand management programs, individuals can go for working as brand development manager or product manager. Pharmaceutical industry, leading manufacturers, mobile companies, insurance companies and many more are always in the look for talented individuals in the field of brand management.

The task of the brand manager revolves essentially around the proper co-ordination with various other sections and departments. The brand manager also happens to be responsible for offering support to the sales teams, divide the brand strategies and deciding on the budget. His functions include formulation, production, packaging of products and services and efficient distribution.

Among the challenging career option, the chance of stagnation in this field is zero almost. In India, renowned companies such as Mahindra and Mahindra, Hindustan Lever, Godrej India, Alkem Pharma, Sun Pharma, Aditya Birla Group, Wipro Consumer Durables, Reliance, Dabur, Kotak Mahindra, Bajaj hire brand management professionals, for the development of their products and services.

Professionals in this field also have a good career prospect outside India. Plethora of job opportunities are there in companies such as Reckitt Benckiser, Unilever, Sara Lee, Procter and Gamble, Mars, Nestle, Novartis, General Mills, Pfizer, Ranbaxy, GSK, Cipla, Vodafone, Cocoa Cola, Pepsi, Aviva Life Insurance etc. The Health Care and the pharmaceutical industries situated abroad have lucrative offers for the brand management personnel.

Institutes in India

Indian Institute of Science and Management
Pundag,
Ranchi – 834004

Indian Institute of Management
Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Lucknow and Indore

Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies
15th Lane,
Prabhat Road,
Pune – 411004

Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship
Seva Sadan Campus,
3rd Block, Koramangala,
Bangalore – 560034

SP Jain Institute of Management and Research
Munshi Nagar,
Dadabhai Road,
Andheri (West),
Mumbai – 400058

Institute of Management Bhubaneswar
Gyan Vihar,
Rasulgarh,
Bhubaneswar – 751010

Indian Institute of Planning and Management
IIPM Tower, C – 10,
Qutab Institutional Area,
New Delhi – 1100016.

MP Birla Institute of Management
43, Race Course Road,
Bangalore – 560001

Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management
Management House,
College Square (West),
Kolkata – 700073.

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
Block FA, Sector III,
Salt Lake,
Kolkata – 700097.
77, Ashutosh Mukherjee Road,
Kolkata – 700025.

Have an interest in the History and Culture? Then Archaeology is the career for you!

Archaeology is an important way to learn about many ancient civilizations, the history of a particular place and nation and many more. It can reveal some great information about the social structure, beliefs, environmental effects and economic organization of the past societies. The word archeology has been derived from the Greek words ‘archaios’ meaning ancient things and ‘logos’ meaning theory of science. Roan first made use of Archaeology in about 18^th century.

Archaeology makes us aware of the tradition, culture and heritage of our country. It is the systematic and scientific study of the past by way of revival, investigation and documentation of the remains and other environmental data such as artifacts, features, architecture, landscapes and biofacts. It is concerned with the protection and conservation the old monuments, inscriptions, architectural relics etc. It helps us in getting a clear picture of our past.

In India, General Alexander Cunningham was the person who initiated the importance and need for the preservation of the cultural heritage of the nation by establishing the Archaeological Survey of India in the year 1862 with the aim to maintain, conserve and preserve the archeological sites and monuments in India.

Those engaged in the study of archaeological discoveries are known as Archaeologists. The important works of the Archaeologists consist of fieldwork, the excavation of different sites, their periodical classification and interpretation of the excavated materials. The findings and researches of the archaeologists are maintained and conserved for future studies and learning.

Eligibility and Courses

You have an interest in the History and Culture? Then Archaeology is the career for you! In order to go for a career in Archaeology, it is preferable that the candidates are from a history background. The minimum eligibility criterion for pursuing a Bachelor degree in Archaeology is 10+2 or its equivalent.

Students having a graduation degree in History or any other stream with at least 55% marks can go for post graduation, diploma, postgraduate Diploma in various fields of Archaeology. The course duration ranges from 1 to 2 years.

Those who desire to go for higher studies in Archaeology such as M. Phil and PhD must complete their post graduation.

Epigraphy, Numismatics, archives and museology are the major branches in Archaeology. Theory and Methods in Archaeology, Applied Sciences, Protohistory, Museology, Chemical Preservation, Art, and Antiquarian Laws etc. are among the many subjects that are covered by different courses in Archaeology. Detailed study of fossils, inscriptions, illustrated manuscripts and coins are also there in the study of Archaeology.

Archaeology also consists of several specializations and sub-disciplines such as Ethno archaeology, Experimental archaeology, Historical Archaeology, Archaeometry, Isotope analysis, Geoarchaeology, Bioarchaeology, Computational Archaeology etc. In their higher studies students can specialize in any of these disciplines.

Some of the courses in Archaeology are:

• Advance Diploma in Archaeology and Museology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Archaeology
• B.A. Museology and Archaeology
• B.A. Indian History, Culture and Archaeology (IHC)
• M.A. Archaeology
• M.A. Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology
• Master in Archaeology and Heritage Management
• M.Phil. Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology
• Ph.D. Archaeology
• Ph.D. Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology

Personal Attributes

• Should have a probing mind and must be perceptive
• Should be analytical and must think logically
• Must have a keen observation ability
• Should possess creativity
• Must recognize and also appreciate arts
• Should have accuracy
• Should have dedication towards work and most importantly patience
• Must be able to adapt to physical stress and strain
• Must be familiar with the different Geo-physical conditions

Career Prospects

Those who get fascinated by the past, have some interesting opportunities in the field of archeology. They can work as Numismatists and Epigraphists. Epigraphy happens to be the discipline that deals with inscriptions on different ancient monuments, temples, copper plates, rocks etc. While Numismatics concerns the study of tokens, old coins, etc. Those passing out from the Institute of Archaeology have brilliant prospects waiting for them as they are directly absorbed by ASI that is Archaeological Survey of India. Archaeologists can also work in government sectors as well as private organizations. There are very good job opportunities for them in museums, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Defense services, cultural centers and historical divisions under Ministry of External Affairs.

If you have a degree in archaeology, you can also work as heritage managers, interpreters, tourist guides, and resource persons in the tourism industry. The profession of teaching or research work can also be taken up. Archaeologists have scopes as linguists, historians and surveyors, heritage conservators, curators and archivists.

Institutes in India

• Allahabad University, Allahabad – 211 002
• AP Singh University, Rewa-486 003
• Andhra University, Vishakhapatnam – 530 003
• BHU, Varanasi – 221 005
• Bangalore University, Bangalore – 560 056
• Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur – 208 024
• Deccan College of Post-Graduate and Research Institute, Yervada, Pune – 411 006
• Dr.Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar-470 003, MP
• Dr.B.S.Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad
• Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur – 9
• Gujarat University, Ahmedabad – 380 009
• Kurushetra University, Kurukshetra – 136 119
• HN Bahuguna Garhwal University, Srinagar – 246 174
• MS University of Baroda, Vadodara – 390 002
• Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri – 574 199
• Nagpur University, Nagpur – 440 001
• Osmania University, Hyderabad – 500 007
• North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon – 425 002
• Punjab University, Chandigarh – 160 014
• Patna University, Patna – 800 005
• Purvanchal University, Jaunpur – 222 002
• Rani Durgavati Vishva vidyalaya, Jabalpur – 482 001
• University of Madras, Chennai – 600 005
• University of Calcutta, Calcutta – 700 073
• University of Mysore, Nagarjuna Nagar – 522 510
• Visva Bharati, Santiniketan-731 235
• University of Pune, Pune-411 007

A Career in Energy Management!

It is known to almost all of us that the energy sector of a country has great impacts on the growth and development of the country. The availability of different resources of energy and the proper use of the resources for the progress of any country, serves as the key factor towards the economic growth and development of the nation.

The energy crisis of the seventies that took place all across the globe cautioned human beings about the proper utilization of the different energy resources available on the earth’s surface, for a sustainable growth. The crisis also resulted in the initiation of various innovations along with diverse developmental and research programs in the filed of energy management. With issues related to the change of climate globally, taking an important place in the field of technology and science, international relations and industries, the job of energy management renewable energy and energy conservation has in recent years being focused hugely.

In India, the unexpected and rapid augment in the price of oil along with the uncertainties regarding the supply of oil resulted in the creation of the Commission for Additional Sources of Energy in the Department of Science and Technology in the year 1981. The body was responsible for the formulation of different policies along with their appropriate utilization and programs for the development of novel and renewable sources of energy.

The conservation of energy and the utilization of renewable energy comes with remarkable prospective for employment generation as well as social entrepreneurship. Many self-employment job scopes in renewable energy and other sectors of energy efficiency for trained and efficient professionals exist in almost all corners of India.

A Career in Energy Management that is Energy Studies consists of such courses that train the students to make the maximum use of the present and future resources of energy. The objective behind the courses is to make the students capable of dealing with crucial economic and environmental issues that take place as a result of excessive energy consumption.

Energy Management Programs

Diverse variety of graduate, postgraduate, diploma and certificate courses are available in energy management. You can have a glance at the popular programs in Energy Management:

• Bachelor Degree in Alternative and Renewable Energy Management
• M Tech in Energy Technology
• M Sc in Physics, Energy Studies
• M Tech in Energy Technology and Environment Management
• M Tech in Energy Management
• M Tech in Energy Engineering
• M Tech in Energy Science and Technology
• M E in Energy Engineering
• PG Diploma in Renewable Energy
• M Phil in Energy
• Diploma in Energy Management
• Certificate Course in Green Energy Management
• PG Diploma in Energy Management
• Online Hydraulic Power Systems
• Online Going Green at the Workplace
• Online Burner Management System
• Online the Clean Water Act

Eligibility

One can go for graduation in energy management after the completion of their 10+2. For higher and advanced studies in Energy Management, one needs to have a graduation degree preferably in engineering, science or commerce subjects.

Personal Attributes

If you want to build up a successful energy management career for yourself, then the presence of the following attributes will definitely make your job easier:

• Good communication skills both oral and written
• Good presentation skills
• The capability to produce concise and clear reports that would cover all the aspects
• Should be able to work in a team and also as a team leader
• Organization and Leadership capabilities

Career Prospects and Job opportunities

A Career in Energy Management comes with immense scope nd possibilities. Professionals in energy management have a lucrative career and a prosperous future waiting for them. With infinite potentials and scope both in terms of employment opportunities and entrepreneurial ventures, there is no looking back for the energy management personnel once they are in this sector.  As a result of the immense potential in this field, private equity funds and venture capital are investing huge amount of money even in case of new ventures in this field.

As far as employment prospects are concerned, there is the need for energy management personnel in almost all fields of economic activities such as Refinery & petrochemicals, Housing, Real Estate & Construction, Cement, Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Chemicals, Hospitality, Automobile, Mining, Food Processing, Iron & Steel and many more. The energy management courses have opened up numerous employment avenues in various sectors, for the students.

Institutes in India

Annamalai University – Annamalai Nagar, Tamil Nadu

Banaras Hindu University – Varanasi-221005, UP

Bharathidasan University Tiruchirapali, Tamil Nadu 624024 TN

College of Engineering Anna University – Guindy, Chennai 600025 TN

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya , Nalanda Parisar, R.N.T Marg, Indore 452001, MP

Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management, Kolkata-700073

Indian Institute of Technology, (IIT-Delhi) Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi-110016

Jadavpur University, Mullick Road, Kolkata 700 032 WB

Kumaraguru College of Technology, Chinnavedampatti-(Po), Coimbatore-641 006 TN

JNTU College of Technology, Hyderabad- 500 028, A.P

National Institute of Technology, Calicut (Formerly Regional Engineering College Calicut)

Punjab University Chandigarh 160 014

Rajiv Gandhi Prodyogiki Viswavidyalaya Airport Bypass Road, Gandhi Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462036, MP

Maulana Azad College of Technology, (Regional Engineering College), Bhopal 462 007 MP

National Institute of Technology Tiruchirapalli, Formerly Regional Engineering College Tiruchirapali 620015, TN

Tezpur (Central) University, Napam, Tezpur, Assam-784028, Assam

School of Energy Studies Department, University of Pune, Ganeshkhind, Pune-411007

Vellore Engineering College, Katpadi-Tiruvalam Road, Vellore North Arcot-Ambedkar dist 632 007, TN

Related organizations to Energy Management

• Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India
• Petroleum Conservation and Research Association (PCRA)
• Bureau of Energy Efficiency
• Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA)
• Indian Green Building Council
• National Productivity Council
• Energy Resource Institute