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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Question by Ankith - Feb 04, 2025Hindi

Should I pursue an MBA in Pharmaceutical Management or an M.Pharm for a high salary and better opportunities?

Ans: Try doing MBA. Write the entrance exams. Try to get into a good college whether it is general MBA of Pharma related MBA. Can get to a good pharma placement from general MBA course as well.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 30, 2025Hindi

MBA or UPSC: Which Path Should I Take With No Work Experience?

Ans: UPSC is a good option but it is difficult to clear. So get into it only after talking to other students who are preparing for the UPSC exam. Try getting admission into a good MBA college by writing entrance exams. For tier 3 MBA colleges it is recommended you check their placements and talk to students out there before you take admission.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 25, 2025Hindi

Foreign Graduate Seeking MBA: Do I Need FMGE?

Ans: To do MBA you dont require FMGE license. Graduate degree should suffice.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Question by Amol - Jan 23, 2025Hindi

38 years old Wealth Manager with 10 years experience: CFA, MBA in Finance, or MBA in Marketing?

Ans: Executive MBA would be a good option as that could give you a good job in the industry if you do it from a good college. CFA is good option if you want a RIA license and start something from your own.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Question by Gautam - Dec 22, 2024Hindi

MBA in UK after BCOM Hons: LSE or work experience first?

Ans: LSE is a good college. But if possible can defer the admission and take a work ex of 1 year. In the meantime can look at other options of doing MBA including LBS, etc.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Question by Rimpa - Dec 22, 2024Hindi

BPharm graduate with Job Change Aspirations: Management or Aviation?

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Dec 20, 2024Hindi

MBA Healthcare Management Student Feeling Uninterested: Leave or Continue?

Ans: Its anyways an online MBA. You can do it along with your job. Anyways you have reached sem 3 (only 2 sems left assuming it to be a 4 sem course), so it make sense to complete it as you will have an additional degree.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Nov 24, 2024Hindi

Is it worth getting a DBA in the corporate sector at 37 with 15 years experience and an MBA?

Ans: From what I interpret DBA would be unrelated to the area you are working. So if you plan to get into it you may have to start from scratch in the corporate world. Instead you can look at courses on Data analytics or Business analytics and leverage your Marketing experience to move into a relevant role.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 09, 2025Hindi

Should I Switch from Public to Private Banking at My Age & Experience?

Ans: I had a student who had similar work ex in PSB. She went on to do 1 year executive MBA from XLRI and now is placed in a good position and good pay in a private bank. There are 2 ways to shift. Good option would be to do executive MBA and then move to private bank or directly move to BM level in which case lack of post graduate degree could hamper future promotions. But your growth in private banks will mainly depend on your performance.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 05, 2025Hindi

Should I pursue an MBA after my business failed?

Ans: If your business was registered then it would count as work experience in most colleges. In that case you can take up a job for another 1 or 2 years so that you have 5+ years work ex and simultaneously write GMAT exam and try to get into 1 year Executive MBA course from a good college. Another option would be to take up a job and just give 1 try for CAT. If you get into a good college then take it up. If you are trying to get into a tier 2/3 MBA college, do check their placements and talk to the students out there before you take admission.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 03, 2025Hindi

Can I get a job after quitting PSB and cracking GATE at the age of 39?

Ans: If you want to get into academia, then can try getting into PhD or Fellow courses from the IIMs. There your 4 year Engg degree would be valid and your experience could be an advantage. Another option would be to do a 1 year executive MBA course from one off the top colleges in India which requires a minimum of 5 years work experience. Getting job from there if you do it from one of the top colleges should not be a problem. Can do MS and PhD in US, and it is a good option from where you can get into Academia.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Question by Debendra - Feb 02, 2025Hindi

Seeking Career Advice: Bachelors in Mech, Masters in Industrial Design, 9 Years of Experience - What's Next?

Ans: All three options are good and depends on your interest and risk appetite. Start up is a good option but is high risk and not advisable if you are risk averse person. Executive MBA from India / Europe / US or MS could be a good option to help you progress in your job provided you do it from a good college.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Question by Lokesh - Feb 02, 2025Hindi

Boosting career with MBA: PSU AGM seeks 1-year programs in Bangalore

Ans: ISB Hyderabad has a course for people with 15+ years work experience. That could be a good option for you. Another would be executive MBA from IIM Bangalore. You will have to write GMAT exam to get into Executive MBA course. Contact the college directly to get more details about the criteria.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 02, 2025Hindi

Career Switch at 39: From PSB PO to IIT or US MS - What are my options?

Ans: If you want to get into academia, then can try getting into PhD or Fellow courses from the IIMs. There your 4 year Engg degree would be valid and your experience could be an advantage. Another option would be to do a 1 year executive MBA course from one off the top colleges in India which requires a minimum of 5 years work experience. Getting job from there if you do it from one of the top colleges should not be a problem. Can do MS and PhD in US, and it is a good option from where you can get into Academia.

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Answered on Feb 12, 2025

Question by Bharath - Jan 29, 2025Hindi

Should I Be Worried About My Lack of Relevant Experience for MBA Placements?

Ans: I have B Arch students who had 2+ yearrs work experience who have done MBA. One from IIM C and other from MDI. Both are doing well in the industry. I spoke to one of them who is MDI passout 2 days back and she is now working on Marketing Strategy role in Google.

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Answered on Feb 07, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Nov 24, 2024Hindi

Dental Student Struggles: Can I Get a Degree After 9 Years?

Ans: You will have to talk to the college regarding their rules and request them for the degree.

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Answered on Feb 07, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 05, 2025Hindi

42-Year-Old with Third-Class CS Degree: What to Do?

Ans: Can file a case against the university. In most cases the university will try to settle before it goes to the court. Simultaneously can look at option of doing correspondence post graduation where you can get admission based on your current credentials.

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Answered on Feb 06, 2025

Question by Pranesh - Feb 05, 2025Hindi

Will I Ever Achieve Financial Stability at 51?

Ans: Advisable to contact placement agency to check if there are placement opportunities. At 51 years getting placed is difficult. But if you are willing to get a lower salary you can get a job.

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Answered on Feb 06, 2025

Question by Lokesh - Feb 06, 2025Hindi

Mechanical Engineer, 16 Years Experience, Seeking Guidance on 1 Year MBA in Bangalore for Top Management

Ans: Best college would be IIM Bangalore Executive MBA course for which you need to write GMAT exam. Another good option is ISB Hyderabad. They have an MBA for students with 15+ years work ex. Can do MBA in Operations as you are in Purchase or do general Management course

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Answered on Jan 31, 2025

Question by Sanjay - Jan 04, 2025Hindi

Restarting Career as Pharmacist after 10+ years?

Ans: Go through placement agencies. There are placement agencies specialized in Pharma industry. Approach them.

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Answered on Jan 31, 2025

Question by Deepa - Jan 10, 2025Hindi

Can an IIM Indore MMS program benefit a 17-year telecom specialist looking for a career change?

Ans: I dont believe the course provides placement opportunities. It is a good course to get an IIM Tag but may not be able to boost your package in the short run. It most likely will help in the long run. Changing domain also could not be easy as any company you apply to will ask for relevant work ex.

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Answered on Jan 31, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Dec 24, 2024Hindi

MBA Graduate Seeking Business Guidance: From HR to Entrepreneurship Abroad?

Ans: Look out for business opportunities by talking to people around you who are already doing business. Another option would be to work in a startup to understand how business is run before you start something on your own. Check the market demand along with your interest before you dive into entrepreneurship.

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Answered on Jan 31, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Dec 23, 2024Hindi

I'm 30, lost my job due to quality issues. How do I get back on track in my career?

Ans: As only 1 subject is pending, try and clear that subject and get MBA degree. Simultaneously check what area you are interested in doing your career, do short term courses and look out for relevant jobs..

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Answered on Jan 31, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Dec 23, 2024Hindi

I'm in BTech first year and have UFM. How will this impact my job opportunities? (Plus, IIM admission criteria and UFM on degree)

Ans: Having UFM marked on degree would have some impact wherever you need to disclose it. But it is possible to get into IIMs as not all colleges check for the same. Failing in 1 subject should not be a problem as what matters is your final marks. Anyways try to see if you can avoid UFM mark on your final degree certificate.

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Answered on Jan 31, 2025

Question by Nikhil - Dec 23, 2024Hindi

MBBS or JEE: Choosing the Right Path for My Daughter After 10th Boards

Ans: She can choose either of the two based on her interest. As she is showing inclination towards Medical field, let her pursue that. Usually it is seen that the interest is what drives the student to put in the efforts. Focusing on both Medical and Engg could be difficult. Yes she should be able to opt for NRI quota

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Answered on Jan 31, 2025

Question by Anshika - Jan 24, 2025Hindi

22-Year-Old Confused About Career Path: Teaching vs. MBA HR

Ans: As you are interested in teaching and have an aptitude for the same, continue in that line for a couple of years. See if you are interested in continuing in that line. If not then can do PG in HR to change the line at a later date.

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Answered on Jan 28, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 26, 2025Hindi

BCA Graduate (2021-24) with Delayed Result: Eligible for Consulting Jobs?

Ans: You can inform HR about your case and can submit your result at a later period as long as you can prove that you have cleared your final year exams. You are eligible to apply to the companies that you have mentioned.

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Answered on Jan 28, 2025

Question by Bhuvanshree - Jan 26, 2025Hindi

Where can I work after retirement from the Indian Army as an officer?

Ans: Best to contact your seniors from Indian Army who have retired before you and see where they are working. Also with their contacts you may be able to get a job as networking does help to get a job.

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Answered on Jan 28, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 09, 2025Hindi

Class XI Commerce student aiming for MBA in Finance/Banking: Which extra skills or courses can help?

Ans: He can do a CFA course. He can complete L1 during graduation. He can also learn to invest in stock markets.

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Answered on Jan 28, 2025

Question by learn - Jan 27, 2025Hindi

33-Year-Old B.Com Graduate Seeking Career Restart with MBA: Will Tier-2 Colleges and Placement Be Possible?

Ans: It is possible to get into tier 2 college and get a decent job. But probability is low. Because of your age there is high chance that you may find difficulty in getting placement post your MBA. Also doing a full time MBA with 1 or 2 year child at home looks a tall order. Look out for short job oriented courses in the area of your interest.

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Question by learn - Jan 27, 2025Hindi

Can I pursue an MBA at 33 with a B.Com and 2 years of teaching experience?

Ans: It is possible to get into tier 2 college and get a decent job. But probability is low. Because of your age there is high chance that you may find difficulty in getting placement post your MBA. Also doing a full time MBA with 1 or 2 year child at home looks a tall order. Look out for short job oriented courses in the area of your interest.

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Answered on Jan 28, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 24, 2025Hindi

37-Year-Old Mom With 11 Years of HR Experience Seeks PhD in HR Strategy Without Entrance Exams

Ans: You can check XLRI. They are best for HR and they do have a course where you do have to go only once to their campus and rest is online. See if the course suits you. https://www.xlri.ac.in/academic-programmes/school-of-research/executive-fpm

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Answered on Jan 24, 2025

Question by Magar - Jan 20, 2025Hindi

Young pre-sales executive juggling family expenses and MBA dreams: How to afford top business schools?

Ans: If you get admission to top B schools like the top IIMs, then banks will readily give you loan and you will earn enough to repay in short duration of time after your graduation. Also these colleges may have scholarships. You will come under EWS candidate (if you have the required certificate) and that could help you get admission to a good college.

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Answered on Jan 24, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 19, 2025Hindi

Foreign med grad: MBA after MBBS? Advice needed!

Ans: If you are interested in Management then you can do MBA. FMGE is not required as long as you have the degree. There are MBBS students who have done MBA and moved to industries like Healthcare consulting, Pharma, Hospital Management, etc and there are others who have moved outside the industry to work in Investment Banking, Consulting and other roles. You can choose the career based on your interest.

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Answered on Jan 24, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 16, 2025Hindi

Is BITS Pilani Good for MBA? 3 Alternative Tier-1 Colleges with Strong Education and Placements

Ans: IIMs, XLRI, FMS, SPJIMR, JBIMS, IITs, MDI, IIFT, NMIMS Mumbai, SIBM Pune are some of the good B schools in India. Bits Pilani is more known for its engineering.

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Answered on Jan 24, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 04, 2025Hindi

Should I pursue an MBA at 29 with 2 years of experience and a 2-year gap after an accident?

Ans: Can take up CAT, but I would recommend you to do so along with a full time job else the gap would be bigger which is not recommended. Can look at doing 1 year MBA from Great Lakes or similar colleges where you need 2 years work experience.

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Answered on Jan 24, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Dec 29, 2024Hindi

What Part-Time Career Options Are Available for a 51-Year-Old Manager After 20 Years at a PSU?

Ans: As you have a lot of work ex, you need to look for working in relevant field. Best option would be to contact placement agency and find job opportunities available for your kind of experience.

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Answered on Jan 23, 2025

Question by Kummari - Jan 19, 2025Hindi

22 Year Old With Low MBA Entrance Scores: Should I Work, Prepare Again, or Apply for CUET PG?

Ans: SDA Bocconi may not accept 198 nmat score, but they have their own test if you want to try. With 198 NMAT, can try for IBS (ICFAI) and other colleges that accept the scores. Can also write ATMA, and MAT that will be held in Feb March so that you have more options to apply to. About repeating a year you can decide once this years cycle for admission is complete.

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Answered on Jan 23, 2025

Question by Vikram - Jan 21, 2025Hindi

24, Unemployed, BCom Incomplete: Should I Finish My Degree to Find a Better Job?

Ans: Try completing your degree as only 3rd year exams are left. That will help you to get a decent job. Else in the future lack of degree could become a stumbling block in your promotions in your job.

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Answered on Jan 22, 2025

Question by Jaikumar - Jan 21, 2025Hindi

20-Year-Old BBA Finance Student: Which MBA Entrance Exams to Take for IIMs, SP Jain, and Australian Masters?

Ans: For MBA in India from reputed colleges he has to write CAT and XAT. If he wants to go to Australia, it depends on the college he wants to join. Identify the college and see what exam they accept for admission. Some of them just require IELTS or TOEFL. Others may require GMAT or GRE based on the course you are interested in.

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Answered on Jan 20, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 18, 2025Hindi

Can't Find a Stable Job: 23 Years of Experience, Now Struggling - Your Advice Please?

Ans: One option would be to contact recruitment agencies and see what type of openings are present with your type of experience and if any courses are to be done can do so. As you have worked in a startup, can try to get a job there. Try to connect to your former colleagues and check openings in the organisation they are working.

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Answered on Jan 20, 2025

Question by Vedika - Jan 19, 2025Hindi

Is My Plan to Take CAT in Nov 2025 Considered a Gap Year?

Ans: Yes it will be considered as a gap. It is advisable to work or do some courses so that you can justify the gap during the interview stage.

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Answered on Jan 18, 2025

Question by Divesh - Jan 17, 2025Hindi

MBA in Data Science - Worth It After B-Pharma & 2 Years Experience?

Ans: If you are interested in that field then yes it is a good decision. To check your interest you can do some short course online.

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Answered on Jan 16, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 15, 2025Hindi

Can I Get into a Top B-School with My Marks (10th: 91%, 12th: 91.53%, Graduation: 6.8 CGPA)?

Ans: Can get admission to top B schools. The weightage for graduation marks vary from college to college, but in your case you have a good 10th and 12th which will help.

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Answered on Jan 16, 2025

Question by SK - Jan 15, 2025Hindi

31 Yr Old Male with B.Tech & PGDM in Banking Seeks Career Advice

Ans: Can do relevant courses in the area of your interest like FRM. Apply for jobs in those areas and see if you can get an opening in those areas. Best option would be to talk to your HR and see if there is a possibility of you shifting to that role within your organisation.

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Answered on Jan 16, 2025

Question by Deepa - Jan 10, 2025Hindi

Stuck for 10 years with 17 years exp and 30 lakh package - will an IIM Indore MMS help reach higher levels?

Ans: The course will not provide you placements. You will have to look out for a job on your own. Can do the course if a degree is required for promotion in your job. Can look for 1 year full time course of PGPMAX from ISB that requires 15+ years work ex. Expensive but may provide you with good placements.

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Answered on Jan 16, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Sep 20, 2024Hindi

Will an MBA Make Sense for Me at 40 with 20 Years of IT Experience and a Salary of 40L?

Ans: If you are interested and feel stagnant in your job can look at course like PGP MAX from ISB requiring 15+ years work ex. If you are not looking at changing jobs then can look at doing short leadership courses or some Management courses which is online offline mode.

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Answered on Jan 16, 2025

Question by ARUN - Nov 09, 2024Hindi

Future MBA Goal: BBA or B.Com for 12th Daughter?

Ans: Either of the two will do. While taking admission to US universities they look for many things including extra curricular activities, co curricular activities, work done in relevant areas, etc. Can work on those areas.

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Answered on Jan 15, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 14, 2025Hindi

23-Year-Old BA Graduate with SSC Preparation: Is Online MBA in International Business from Symbiosis the Right Choice?

Ans: If you want to do Business and not looking for a job then online MBA is fine. But if you are looking for a job post your MBA to gain some experience before you start something on your own then online MBA does not help much as they do not provide placements. In that case you may have to try and do an MBA from one of the reputed colleges.

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Answered on Jan 15, 2025

Question by arihant - Jan 14, 2025Hindi

Got 97.26 SNAP Score - SIB or SCHMRD? What Should I Do?

Ans: Looks difficult as their cutoffs are usually around 98%ile. but cant say.

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