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International Education Counsellor - Answered on Jul 23, 2025

Dr Karan Gupta is an internationally recognised education counsellor, TEDx speaker and the founder of Karan Gupta Consulting and the Karan Gupta Education Foundation.
An alumnus of Harvard Business School, he has advised thousands of students and professionals since 1999, helping them secure admission to top global universities.
He has been honoured by the governments of India and Spain for his contributions to education and women’s empowerment.
With a global perspective shaped by his education in the US, Europe and India, he is committed to empowering individuals through education, leadership and career development.
Dr Gupta holds a bachelor’s degree in law and a master’s degree in psychology from Mumbai University.
He has completed his general management programme at Harvard.
He earned his MBA from the IE Business School, Spain, and his PhD from Ecole Superieure Robert de Sorbon, France.
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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 16, 2025Hindi
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Hi Sir My daughter did 12th CBSE SCIENCE stream PHYSICS CHEM BIO COMP SCIENCE 96% Then ENGLISH LITERATURE HONOURS in CHRIST Bangalore with Cgpa 3.9/4 First Rank, MASTERS from LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS IN COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA WITH DISTINCTION Diploma FROM THAKSHASILA (Online) in PUBLIC POLICY..Now working in an event and media house in london..she is not satisfied with her job..saying very much depressed..life wasted..dont know what to to do further.. We are also in a dilemma..such a studious girl..she was adamant that time for english..now saying she did mistake.. What to do sir..what is her carrier options? What she can study further for her future carrier options? Can she switch to tech field ? She is 25 now.. Thanku

Ans: Dear Parent,
Your daughter has an outstanding academic track—her achievements show strong intellect and dedication. It's natural to feel lost when the job doesn't align with expectations, especially after so much effort. But it’s not a wasted life—just a phase of redirection.
What She Can Do Now:
1. Self-Assessment First
Let her take a pause and reflect on what excites her — writing, research, policy, tech, analytics, etc. This will guide the next step.
2. Career Switch Is Possible
Yes, even at 25 she can shift to tech. Many from humanities move into tech with the right upskilling:
o Short courses in Data Analytics, Python, UI/UX, or Digital Marketing.
o She can look into AI + Communication, Policy + Tech, or Media Analytics.
3. Further Study Options
o PG Diploma in Data Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or Behavioral Economics.
o Certifications from Google, Coursera, edX, etc. to test waters before going for another Master’s.
4. Other Career Paths
o Policy & Communications in think tanks, CSR, NGOs.
o EdTech / Research / Content Strategy / Product Roles in startups or tech companies.
o Govt. Policy Fellowships in India or UK (like Gandhi Fellowship, LAMP, or UK Civil Service Fast Stream).
Encourage her to speak to mentors or career coaches. This is not the end—she is just at a crossroads, and with her background, many doors are still open.
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