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I am currently in class 10th icse and need to choose a subject for further studies. What should I choose in 11th? I don't have any particular interest so i thought to choose commerce,business studies, accounting,economics or maths. So which career options do i have or what other stream I can choose. I don't particularly like physics and chemistry. Also, I have a choice between economics/maths or economics and maths in commerce stream.

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First and foremost, thank you for getting in touch with us. I am happy to hear that you are currently studying in the 10th grade. Given that you do not like physics and chemistry, I would like to tell you that opting for the commerce stream is a wise decision. With commerce, business studies, accounting, and economics, you can embark on careers in finance, business management, banking, company secretary (CS), marketing, chartered accountancy (CA), and entrepreneurship. Opting for economics and mathematics together opens up more alternatives, including data analysis, actuarial science, and finance-related employment. Proficiency in mathematics and economics can also enhance your prospects of studying abroad for business, finance, or economics-related degrees in leading colleges.

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UPSC is a highly competitive exam, and the success rate is relatively low. So, it's always good to have a backup plan. While pursuing her studies, your daughter can also prepare for other government exams, such as the state civil services or bank exams, as these can also offer good career prospects. But here, it will be a 9 to 5 job, as you said she doesn't want a 9-5 job.

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