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IT Engineer to Marketer: How Can I Transition Careers?

Patrick Dsouza |924 Answers |Ask -Follow

CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET Expert - Answered on Jan 12, 2025

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Along with his wife, Rochelle, he trains students for competitive management entrance exams such as the Common Admission Test, the Xavier Aptitude Test, Common Management Admission Test and the Common Entrance Test.
They also train students for group discussions and interviews.
Patrick has scored in the 100 percentile six times in CAT. He achieved the first rank in XAT twice, in CET thrice and once in the Narsee Monjee Management Aptitude Test.
Apart from coaching students for MBA exams, Patrick and Rochelle have trained aspirants from the IIMs, the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies and the S P Jain Institute of Management Studies and Research for campus placements.
Patrick has been a panellist on the group discussion and panel interview rounds for some of the top management colleges in Mumbai.
He has graduated in mechanical engineering from the Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad. He has completed his masters in management from the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.... more

Question by Aakash on Jan 12, 2025Hindi

Career

Hi , I have done my B-tech in information technology in year 2023, now doing job in IT infrastructure (non -technical and operational work). Now i have joined MBA from open university (IGNOU) and wanted to transition my career in marketing. Please guide me over this situation like what i can do to achieve this.

Ans: If you want to transition your career to marketing without doing a full time MBA in Marketing, then it makes sense to look out for a job in that area. Simultaneously do some short courses in areas like Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing etc.

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Asked by Anonymous - Apr 25, 2024Hindi

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Hi, iam 21 years old BBA graduate currently working in a bank as a BDE( field sales). I am interested in Marketing domain. Please guide me on how to proceed further in marketing and get a job in the same domain. Thankyou ????????

Ans: It's important to realise that sales is the first step to learn buyer behavior which is so important to learn successful marketing.

I feel with your BBA you are looking for a comfortable in house job..
It's important to realise with the MBA's churned out like Lassi, you will be an also ran in the corporate race for selection in the first place.!

I suggest master sales,make a performance statement, win a few Awards.. Over the year's arm yourself with an MBA (Marketing) from a prestigious institute... You will find a career in marketing.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 03, 2024Hindi

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I am a bcom general graduate with 73.52% in 2022, after that i taken gap years for mba entrance preparation but not able to crack or get desired percentile in any. Currently in 2024 i am repeating again for mba entrances to secure admission in 2025. I have no work or internships experience, no awards or certifications. I got 51.17 in 12th commerce and 54.71 in 10th. I got only a digital marketing beginner certification by google digital garage earlier on 2023. Currently i taken a digital marketing course from udemy of digital marketing to hone and develop the required skills I have been searching and applying for jobs since graduating but not able to get any desired one. Now i want to get into a good mba college tier 2 because may not eligible for tier 1 and 1.5 as per my profile but i will try anyways. So for that i need to make my profile good and need certifications and jobs or internships. I interest in sales, marketing, more but also Hr domain. But nowadays i am only getting Inssurance sales, bpo, telecaller or telemarketer, Kpo, sustomer support type jobs of around avg salary of 150000 pa. Which a 12th pass candidate also getting. I often thinks to get into bpo to gain experience and money to fill my profile and manage preparation expenses but also fear that what if i get stuck in that industry. I wanted to do mba to enchance and start my career in a management role to achieve a leadership role in upcoming years as a professional in sales and marketing industry. I don't know, i think i am stucked and lost in spiral web between situations and aspiration. I also thinking to get into banking or try govt. Exams to secure a job but i also feel that it will distract me more from my real life goals. I was not a great student or person earlier but now i am changed i know my responsibilities and i know my goals but i want a clear view to walk on that path. Please help with your genuine guidance. THANK YOU

Ans: You can write MBA entrance exams but simultaneously try and get some experience. Even if you do not get job in the area of your interest, try to look for other areas that could interest you where you can get some work ex. Internship usually does not have much value during admission to B schools.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 17, 2024Hindi

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Hi sir, I am working as a Marketing Manager in a public sector bank and have experience of 5 years. Also holds an MBA degree in Marketing and Operations. Having worked in Retail loan and MSME loan department what are the possible career options where I can switch for better career growth where My experience in banking, finance, marketing, etc could be used. Thanks in advanced.

Ans: Usually people who work in Banks remain in Banks and you would have better growth opportunities there. So look at option of applying to MNC Banks or other private Banks as you would have higher chance of being absorbed at a higher designation and pay.

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What are the future scopes of studying biomedical science bachelors from Uk? Is it worth spending too much money on this course? If not then what course should a biology student take in Uk for best job opportunities there.

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Is the candidate from India or the UK? If the candidate is from India, it's important to compare the curricula of universities in the UK and India before making a decision. As an undergraduate, candidates will focus on the fundamentals of engineering and biology-related subjects. For postgraduate studies, the candidate can consider studying abroad. However, when selecting institutions, it’s essential to evaluate factors such as infrastructure and faculty rather than just rankings and placements. After completing a postgraduate degree, the candidate can think about job placements.

Regarding the course, it is excellent as it blends engineering with biology. However, the scope for this field in India is quite limited. This course focuses on medical devices and instruments, such as CT and MRI machines. In India, professionals in this area are often seen as service technicians rather than service engineers. If the candidate is intelligent and has an interest in entrepreneurship, there is significant potential for developing medical devices in the near future.

If the candidate is not interested in engineering and is purely focused on biology, they should complete their undergraduate studies in India. For postgraduate studies, they can then opt to study abroad. Biology students should consider health-related courses for a better future, ensuring that the course supports their career goals rather than the other way around.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 11, 2025Hindi

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I switched colleges twice after class 12, and am currently pursuing law in a new NLU. However, I feel drawn towards management and do think that with proper preparation I can ace cat...the current college life feels hectic and tiring, so if I clear cuet and get into SSCBS for BMS, it is wise to join then? I will have 3 years of gap then...where exactly do gap years affect one in their journey? (Is it during opportunities in UG? Jobs after UG? Opportunities in IIMs? Jobs after MBA?) Also, if i want more flexibility and freedom to pursue things, is it a good idea to join BBA at IIM Bangalore? Even though is will be online (with offline entrance and offline college exams) there will be no mention of it in the final degree and it holds the same weight as a normal college degree...so are there any hidden challenges that might come up if i want to pursue it with the intention of taking CAT later?

Ans: Doing BBA from IIM Bangalore is a good option and will give you a lot of flexibility. But you will lose out on college life. Course at IIM Bangalore is a good one specifically if you are focused on your career. But would recommend you to involve in extra curricular activities like NGO or Rotract etc. to build on your profile.
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NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers - Answered on Jan 11, 2025

Question by Akshaya - Jan 10, 2025Hindi

Career

Hello. I am a 12th class student studying pcm from state board. I have my friends who gave nios and normal board simultaneously and it was totally acceptable by any college. Now even i want to give nios board in pcb or pcmb stream this year. The nios board conducts exam twice march-april and sept-oct. Therefore i will write the Sept-oct shift and get my board certificate. Since there is no age limit for neet, next year i will give neet exam prepared. NOTE: NEET ACCEPTS THE NIOS BOARD.

Ans: Hi Akshaya,

The first and foremost point is that you shouldn't follow your friends blindly. This generation is heavily influenced by their peers and often disregards the advice of older individuals, which can negatively impact the stability of your life.

I understand that you enjoy watching a lot of movies, which may be why you want to pursue your 12th grade through both NIOS and the State Board.

To be eligible for the NEET exam, you are required to study biology, along with physics and chemistry. Currently, you are focusing on PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) and are not studying biology. Therefore, you MUST enroll in NIOS to meet the eligibility criteria set by NEET.

Wishing you all the best!

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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 09, 2025Hindi

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I’ve been concerned about the colour of my teeth for a while now. Despite brushing regularly, my teeth are quite yellow, especially my front teeth. I’ve tried a few over-the-counter whitening products, but they haven’t really worked, and I’m getting frustrated. How long can I expect the whitening effects to last?

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Only a few of us are lucky enough to be born with pearly white teeth. The rest of us have to make do with teeth which have a naturally creamish, greyish or brownish tinge of varying degree. I am, of course, not referring to those who choose to have poor oral hygiene or are addicted to smoking or chewing tobacco.
I'm afraid brushing well - or even brushing obsessively - is not going to make your teeth any whiter. On the contrary, brushing excessively or brushing hard can make your teeth look even more discoloured by unintentionally wearing away the enamel (the hard, outermost and whitest of the tooth's layers)
Over-the-counter whitening products are essentially mild versions of chemical bleaching agents (intentionally kept mild because such products are used unsupervised) which have limited effect or may take a long time to show results.
Your dentist, on the other hand, can bleach your teeth using suitable agents of stronger concentration which will show quicker and more visible effect.
In some cases, where the discoloration cannot be corrected by bleaching, you may need to have veneers made for your front teeth which will 'hide' the discoloration.
Please consult your dentist to know your best option.

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I am in first year of bsc microbiology what exam should I target for msc in india and abroad

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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 08, 2025Hindi

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I’m currently working in an IT firm but planning to transition into management through an MBA. SNAP 2024 was my big shot at getting into one of the Symbiosis institutes. Once the results are out, how do I interpret my percentile, and what’s the typical cut-off for top institutes like SIBM Pune or SCMHRD? How can I make sure I ace the interviews?

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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 11, 2025Hindi

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Sir, What are the scope of a part time .. freelance like job after retirement - in the area of English Stenography - Typing job? Can you please suggest some job portals ?

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Question by Amit - Jan 11, 2025Hindi

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Will 3 consecutive gap year between 12th and b.tech affect placement ?

Ans: Yes it can. but if you can get good acads in your college or pursue some activities like publishing papers, extra courses, extra curricular, could help to cover up the gap to some extent.

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