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Visas, Study Abroad Expert - Answered on Sep 27, 2023

Geeta Ratra has been an immigration expert for more than two decades and has strong knowledge of international immigration policies and procedures. She is vice president, operations, at Abhinav Immigration Services. Besides visa and immigration services, they also provide study abroad advice that includes application assistance, counselling and university shortlisting.... more
Vikas Question by Vikas on Aug 11, 2023Hindi
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Hello Geeta Ma'am. My son is currently in Class 12th Commerce. He is an average student. We and he both realise that getting admission into a good college in India for BBA wont be easy for him. Hence we are doing the process of applying abroad in US, UK, Canada for undergraduate commerce. His SAT score is 1360 and IELTS 8.0. Predicted scores would come around 80%. We are a middle class business family. Are we on correct path ? Pls guide. Thanks.

Ans: Hello Vikas,
Thank you for writing to us. Yes, you are on the correct path, as getting admission to India with a good college is very competitive. With 80% of academics, he can get admission to top universities in Canada, UK, USA and Australia.
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Hello....my son wants to go abroad either US, Canada or UK for undergrad BBA education. Mostly we are keen to send bcos he is average student and getting admission in India in any good college is difficult. Is it the right thought process, we are confused. Pls guide.
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First and foremost, thank you for contacting us. The fact that you are exploring choices for your son's education is excellent. Studying abroad can be a great experience, and it’s crucial to thoroughly consider the benefits and drawbacks of the same.
When determining whether your son should pursue an undergraduate BBA program overseas, keep the following aspects in mind:

1. Educational Excellence: Universities in the USA, Canada, and the UK offer excellent instruction and cutting-edge learning. Your son could have access to world-class instructors, resources, and opportunities that are not available in many Indian educational institutions.

2. Diversification and Exposure: Studying abroad exposes your son to new cultures, viewpoints, and ways of thinking, extending his horizons and boosting personal and professional development.

3. Networking Possibilities: Universities overseas frequently offer great networking chances with other students, faculty, and business people. His future professional life may benefit from these ties.

4. Employment Possibilities: International students are permitted to work after completing their education in some nations, such as Canada. This could be a good opportunity for your son to obtain international work experience and possibly settle in that country.

5. Challenges: It might be difficult to relocate to a new nation, especially for an average student. He'll need to acclimatize to a new educational system, culture, and perhaps a new language. It's crucial to think about how he'll respond to these difficulties.

6. Expense: Tuition, living costs, and travel expenditures can all add up to make studying abroad prohibitively expensive. Consider the financial factors and look into scholarship and financial aid assistance alternatives.

7. Admission Prerequisites: Getting into prestigious colleges abroad can be tough, just as admission may be competitive in India. Examine your son's eligibility by looking up the entrance standards for the colleges he is considering.

8. Various Alternatives: Investigate further alternatives in India. There are respected institutions in India that provide BBA programs, and some colleges collaborate with foreign institutions to offer exchange programs that could give students a worldwide experience.

9. Future Plans: Your son's long-term career aspirations should be discussed, as well as how studying abroad fits into those ambitions. It's critical to take a career that supports his goals.

The choice should ultimately be based on your son's preferences, skills, and long-term objectives. Include him in the decision-making process and urge him to look into and get in touch with current or former students or alumni of the school he's thinking about.

Consult educational professionals, attend informational workshops, and look into the universities and nations he prefers before making a decision. This guarantees a well-informed decision for your son's requirements and goals.

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Hello Mayank. My son is currently in Class 12th Commerce (ISC). He has been an average student throughout. Basis of this we realise getting admission into any good college in India for BBA may be difficult. So we thought of sending him abroad, though we are a middle class business family. But i feel BBA is a very general degree to pursue in US, UK or Canada. We are confused. His SAT score is 1360 and IELTS 8.0. Predicted 12th scores would come around 80%. Pls guide whether we should think of abroad. Thanks.
Ans: Thanks for writing to me, Vikas. Congratulations on your son's SAT score. As a general rule, a BBA with a specialisation is substantially sought-after across global markets, especially because of emerging specialisations, majorly tech-infused. In fact, most skilled migration lists for major study abroad destinations prioritise accounting, project management, business analytics, etc. and promise an expedited integration into their country's workforce. That said, your son's academic and career aspirations remain a cornerstone for my final advice. Overall, a high school score of 75% and above along with this SAT score should get him into the Top 50 US Schools. Alternatively, to help your son ease into academic rigour, you can also try and connect with our Study Abroad team at upGrad before making a sound decision. They can help you understand how can your son pursue the initial year of undergrad coursework in India and move to higher-ranked schools in the subsequent year.

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Ans: Priyanka Madam, by now your son must have been allotted/not allotted any seat by BITS. Please update the status for today. However, please note, A BITSAT score of 245 situates you within the previous two years’ closing-score bands for core engineering streams at the Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses. At Pilani, the B.E. Chemical Engineering cutoff ranged from 224 in 2023 to 247 in 2024, placing your 245 close to the 2024 threshold and comfortably above 2023’s mark; B.E. Civil Engineering closed at 213 and 238, making admission highly probable; and B.E. Manufacturing Engineering cutoffs of 220 and 243 indicate a strong likelihood of allotment. At Goa, Chemical Engineering closed at 239 in 2024 and 248 in 2023, and Civil around – (not offered in 2024) – but Pilani-equivalent streams suggest safe admission; Manufacturing cutoffs mirror Pilani trends, bolstering your prospects. At Hyderabad, Chemical Engineering cutoffs of 238 and 209 over the two years ensure a secure allotment, while Civil Engineering’s 235–204 band similarly favors your score; Manufacturing at Hyderabad showed closing marks near 218–251, indicating moderate probability. Across campuses, Civil and Manufacturing remain reliably within reach, Chemical at Pilani may require waitlist movement but is feasible given historical fluctuations, and all three streams at Hyderabad and Goa present strong chances. Additional seats open during special iterations further enhance admit probabilities.

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I am working as Business Analyst from past 4 years but I wanted to move to technical role. I have done Btech in CSE from tier-3 college. I wanted some advise on the the best way to switch to a tech role. 1. Taking some online boot camp to get in-depth knowledge and doing side projects over the weekends 2. Taking WILP from BITS in Software engineering/ data science 3. Prepare from GATE 2026 and aim for IITs
Ans: Manjunath Sir, To shift into a technical position, integrating structured learning, credentialing, and practical experience is essential. The recommended pathway combines immersive project-based training with a recognized postgraduate credential while keeping a long-term goal of elite technical qualification. Begin with a part-time online software engineering or data science bootcamp, dedicating weekends to substantial portfolio projects to build hands-on skills and confidence in key stacks . Concurrently, enroll in BITS Pilani’s Work-Integrated M.Tech (Software Engineering or Data Science & Engineering) to earn a UGC-approved postgraduate degree without leaving your job, benefitting from weekend live classes, remote labs covering full-stack or analytics tools, and a final semester dissertation that bridges theory with organizational impact . This dual track—bootcamp plus WILP—provides immediate upskilling, peer and mentor networks, and a formal degree. After 12–18 months, if aiming for top-tier R&D or core engineering roles, commence GATE 2026 preparation via a structured three-phase roadmap: concept building (June–August), full-length practice (September–November), and final mock-test calibration (December–January), targeting a CSE rank

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