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Visas, Study Abroad Expert - Answered on Mar 06, 2023

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I am in class 12th non-medical, and I want to study abroad, Please guide which are affordable, high-quality education universities I should start prepairing for

Ans: Hi,
There are different colleges and Universities in Canada /Australia/UK/Europe where you can go for study depending on student interest. You can prepare for IELTS academic and depending on your interest start shortlisting the program/courses and get the process initiated.
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Sir i am a B com graduate from Kerala university, passed in the year 1997 with 58% marks. I am planning to study abroad in any European country. Please suggests me a country as my final goal is to get a PR . Preferred course is an MB Ain finance or PGD.
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To begin with, thank you for contacting us. I am glad to hear that you have completed your Bachelor’s of Commerce (B.Com) degree and now wish to pursue an MBA in Finance or Postgraduate Diploma. To answer your question first, I would like to tell you that selecting a European country to pursue your higher studies with the final goal of attaining a PR i.e. Permanent Residency, is rather a major choice. You would be glad to know that exceptional academic possibilities as well as routes to obtaining a PR are offered to international students by a number of European nations. Nevertheless, bear in mind that the particular prerequisites as well as the possibilities of attaining Permanent Residency for each country may be different. As previously mentioned, your ultimate goal is to obtain a PR and for that reason, I would recommend that you take into account countries where the immigration laws for overseas students are conducive viz., Germany, the Netherlands, Canada (although not located in Europe), as well as Sweden. Choosing these countries to pursue an MBA in Finance or a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) can be a wise decision. Bear in mind that each country may have varying steps that lead to one attaining Permanent Residency (PR), viz., job offerings in sectors that are highly sought-after, professional experience, and language competency. I would suggest that in order to determine the best possibilities for attaining Permanent Residency (PR), you conduct a thorough study on the specified prerequisites for PR, as well as the the immigration laws and regulations for the country of your choosing. Not just that, prior to making an informed choice, ensure that you factor in the living expenses, the standard of education in your area of study, as well as the language prerequisites.

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Hi sir. My brother has completed his medicine and cleared his gmat with 97 percentile. Considering the financing for his education the tution fees r being charged in crores. He wanna do his mba from abroad top university. Can u suggest some countries and university with financial flexibility.
Ans: Hello Jeevan. To begin with, thank you for contacting us. Congratulations to your brother on scoring 97 percentile in the GMAT exams. I am glad to hear that he wants to pursue an MBA from a top university overseas. Here are some countries and universities with financial flexibility:

1. United States:
Top Universities: Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, and MIT Sloan
Financial Aid: Scholarships, grants, federal loans, private loans

2. United Kingdom: Top Universities: London Business School, Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College
Financial Aid: Scholarships, Bursaries, and Government Loans

3. Canada:
Top Universities: Rotman, Richard Ivey, and Schulich
Financial Aid: Scholarships, Grants, and Bank Loans

4. Australia:
Top Universities: Melbourne Business School, AGSM, University of Sydney
Financial Aid: Scholarships, government loans, and private financing

5. Singapore: Top Universities: NUS, Nanyang, INSEAD (Singapore campus)
Financial Aid: Scholarships, Grants, and Bank Loans

6. Germany: Top Universities: ESMT Berlin, Mannheim Business School, HHL Leipzig
Financial Aid: Scholarships and Student Loans

Encourage your brother to research each university's financial aid options and consider factors like cost of living, visa regulations, and post-graduation opportunities.

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Hi Sir, I am currently investing in the following mutual funds for my retirement and my daughter's higher education. Please advise whether I should continue with these funds or make any changes. Self (44 yrs) - For retirement at the age of 52 years ICICI Prudential Equity & Debt Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 1000/- Mirae Asset Emerging Bluechip Fund - Direct Plan Growth - 1000/- ICICI Prudential Bluechip Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 1000/- SBI Equity Hybrid Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 1000/- Nippon India SMALL CAP FUND - DIRECT GROWTH PLAN - 1500/- SBI Small Cap Fund-Direct-Growth - 1500/- Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund-Direct-Growth - 3000/- Axis midcap fund - Direct - Growth - 1000/- HDFC Defense Fund - Direct Growth - 3000/- Total = 14000/- Daughter1 ( 10 years - for her higher studies) HDFC Mid-Cap Opportunities Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 1000/- Tata Equity P/E Fund Direct Plan - Growth - 1000/- SBI Gold Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 1000/- Edelweiss Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 1000/- SBI Equity Index Direct - Growth - 1000/- Total = 5000/- Daughter2 ( 5 years - for her higher studies) ICICI Prudential US Blue chip Equity Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 1000/- Axis Blue chip Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 500/- Axis Mid Cap Fund - Direct Growth - 500/- SBI Flexi Cap Fund Direct Plan - 500/- Axis Small Cap Fund Direct Growth - 500/- HDFC Index Fund - Sensex - Direct Plan - 500/- HDFC Hybrid Equity Fund - Direct Plan - Growth - 500/- HDFC Gold Fund - Direct - Growth - 1000/- Total = 5000/-
Ans: You have a structured approach to investing. You are planning for retirement and your daughters' higher education.

A well-diversified portfolio helps in risk management and long-term growth. Let’s evaluate your current investments.

Retirement Portfolio Review
You are 44 years old and plan to retire at 52.

Your monthly SIP is Rs 14,000.

Your portfolio has large-cap, mid-cap, small-cap, hybrid, and thematic funds.

Positives
You have exposure to all market segments.

You are investing in equity for long-term growth.

You have a mix of aggressive and stable funds.

Areas of Improvement
Too many funds increase complexity.

Small-cap exposure is high, increasing risk.

Thematic funds may not align with retirement goals.

Recommendations
Reduce small-cap fund exposure for stability.

Consider increasing large-cap and hybrid allocation.

Thematic funds are unpredictable; review their role in your portfolio.

Higher Education Portfolio Review
Your elder daughter is 10 years old.

Your younger daughter is 5 years old.

You are investing Rs 5,000 per month for each child.

Positives
You are saving early, giving your investments time to grow.

You have diversified across equity, gold, and international markets.

Areas of Improvement
Gold funds do not generate high returns over time.

Index funds have limitations and do not adjust to market conditions.

Too many funds reduce portfolio efficiency.

Recommendations
Reduce gold fund exposure and increase equity allocation.

Replace index funds with actively managed funds.

Keep a balance between large-cap and mid-cap funds.

Final Insights
Your investment approach is disciplined and future-focused.

Reducing unnecessary funds will simplify your portfolio.

A balanced mix of large-cap, mid-cap, and hybrid funds will provide stability.

Regular reviews with a Certified Financial Planner will ensure alignment with your goals.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP

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www.holisticinvestment.in
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