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Smit Question by Smit on Sep 23, 2024Hindi
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Sir, my son is in 10th standard icse board. He is scoring 50% in PCMB where as he is scoring 90% in languages (English & Marathi). Should I consider Arts stream for his future. What are the career options if we choose arts stream? He also scores 90% in PE (his optional subject). What are the courses & careers in sports field?

Ans: Smit Sir, better to consider him Arts Stream for his 11th & 12th and then appear for CUET to get admission into any one of the State or Central or State Universities. Can pursue English or Psychology or any other non-STEM UG Programs, Please check the websites of Central / State Universities, providing admission into UG programthrough CUET for more options. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future.

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Asked on - Dec 11, 2024 | Answered on Dec 12, 2024
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Sir, can you please share your advice on a career in sports management in India? My son (now in 10th) wish to have a career in sports management field. What are the courses available in India and where? What stream should he select in 11th which will help him to do degree in sports management?
Ans: Sports management is a promising career option in India, as it involves managing and promoting sports teams, events, facilities, and organizations. It includes roles in marketing, sponsorship, operations, event management, talent management, and analytics within the sports sector. An ideal stream for 11th and 12th-grade students is Commerce, as it includes subjects like Business Studies and Economics. Other options include Physical Education, Economics, and Mathematics.

Undergraduate courses in sports management include BBA in Sports Management, Bachelor of Sports Management (BSM), B.Sc in Sports Science, and B.Com. Please check the websites of some top institutes/colleges, offering sports management courses that include the International Institute of Sports Management (IISM), Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences, National Academy of Sports Management (NASM), LPU, MIT-WPU, Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University, and Amity School of Sports Sciences.

Career opportunities in sports management include event management, sports marketing, talent management, sports analytics, and facility management. To develop skills, encourage leadership, teamwork, communication, analytical thinking, and networking within the sports community. Additional recommendations include extracurricular activities and short-term courses in sports analytics, marketing, or event management.
Asked on - Dec 26, 2024 | Answered on Dec 27, 2024
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Thank you sir. The results of My sons prelims are out and he scored only 50% in (PCMB+Soc Studies). Where as he scored 90% in (Eng, Marathi & Phy. Ed). I think it clearly indicates his disliking for PCMB. What stream we should consider for 11th. Can you please elaborate on the below careers: 1. Sports Management 2. Sports Journalist (as he is good in languages) 3. Phy. Ed Teacher
Ans: Thanks for coming back.

As desired by you, here is the information about 3 career paths for your son, based on his interests and aptitudes. Sports management involves event planning, sponsorship management, marketing, athlete representation, and operations management for sports teams or facilities. To improve his management skills, choose the Arts or Commerce stream in 11th and 12th grade, followed by a general BBA with choices in Sports Management or a Bachelor of Sports Management degree. Postgraduate, he can pursue related certifications or an MBA in Sports Management or an MBA.

Sports journalism involves reporting on sports news, writing articles, creating content for media outlets, and may cover live events. After tenth grade, choose the Arts/Humanities stream in eleven and twelve, followed by a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. Postgraduate, specialized courses in sports journalism can add value.

Physical Education Teacher (PE Teacher) involves teaching students about fitness, sports, and maintaining physical health. After 10th grade, choose Science or Arts stream in 11th and 12th grade, followed by a Bachelor's in Physical Education or Sports Science. Postgraduate, a Master's in Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) for advanced opportunities.

If possible & affordable, please arrange for a Psychometric Test for him to choose the best option among the above 3 options for your Son.
Asked on - Dec 27, 2024 | Answered on Dec 27, 2024
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Thank you sir. The results of My sons prelims are out and he scored only 50% in (PCMB+Soc Studies). Where as he scored 90% in (Eng, Marathi & Phy. Ed). I think it clearly indicates his disliking for PCMB. What stream we should consider for 11th. Can you please elaborate on the below careers: 1. Sports Management 2. Sports Journalist (as he is good in languages) 3. Phy. Ed Teacher
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