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CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET Expert - Answered on Jul 12, 2024

Patrick Dsouza is the founder of Patrick100.
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
SUJAL Question by SUJAL on Jul 11, 2024Hindi
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Sir how is CA course? What are its future and demand? Is it worth it to do ?

Ans: Very good, but would require a lot of hard work. Also check if the student is interested in Accounts.
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Hey mayank I will be giving ca foundation soon But I have heard a lot of negative things about the ca course which I indirectly found true Can you guide what manner I should pursue And what career switch are available in future with this stream I want to make career in finance . I am 17 would appreciate your guidance Thanks.
Ans: Hi, CA is a great career path to pursue, and I'm glad you're thinking ahead about your career. While it is good to be aware of the challenges associated with the CA course, it also helps you make a clear decision and prepare accordingly. Yes, CA is a tough exam to crack, requires a long-term commitment and consistent effort. However, you should reflect on your interests and long-term career goals. Ensure that a career in finance aligns with your passion and vision for the future.

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Research and learn more about the various roles and opportunities available to CAs. This will help you understand if these align with your career aspirations.
Talk to current CAs and industry professionals to get a realistic understanding of the career path. This will provide insights into the daily responsibilities and challenges faced by CAs. This should help you gain the clarity you require.

Furthermore, it is good to have a plan B as well. CA qualification provides a solid foundation to move into various other fields:
MBA in Finance: Many CAs pursue an MBA to pivot towards higher managerial roles or specialised finance roles.
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst): Specialising further in investment management.
Data Analytics: Leveraging your financial knowledge in data science and analytics roles through instant skill-up courses
Law: Some CAs also pursue law degrees to specialize in corporate law, taxation law, or financial regulations.
Teaching and Academia: Sharing your knowledge by becoming a lecturer or professor in finance and accounting.

By addressing these challenges with a strategic and well-informed approach, you can better prepare for your future.
All the best to you :)

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I have gotten a seat at VIT Vellore in IT branch in cat 5. I also have a seat at NMIMS mumbai in CSE Data science. My COMEDK rank is 8348 which means I can get CSE in Dayanad sagar and Jss college in Bangalore and electrical in BMS college of engineering and in Ramaiah Institute of Technology, which choice is advisable
Ans: With COMEDK rank 8348, you have excellent prospects across multiple prestigious engineering institutions offering distinctly different career trajectories and placement outcomes. VIT Vellore IT demonstrates moderate placement performance with over 50% campus placements, highest package of 60 LPA, and average CTC around 12 LPA, supported by top recruiters including Bank of America and TCS Digital. The Category 5 fee structure amounts to approximately ?5 lakhs annually. NMIMS Mumbai CSE Data Science shows varied placement statistics with BTech achieving 62.4% placement rate in 2024, median package of ?7.70 LPA, though specific CSE Data Science branch statistics remain limited. COMEDK options present superior alternatives with your rank 8348 securing admission to Dayananda Sagar College Engineering CSE (cutoff 5873 in 2024) achieving 67.86% placement rate with 249 companies visiting, JSS Academy Bangalore CSE (cutoff range 11017-40173) demonstrating 73.2% placement rate with median package ?6.5 LPA, BMS College Engineering Electrical (cutoff 9150) maintaining 62% overall placement rate with median package ?9 LPA, and Ramaiah Institute Technology Electrical (cutoff 36441) showing 75% placement rate with median package ?8 LPA. Recommendation: Choose Dayananda Sagar College Engineering CSE for superior placement consistency, strong industry connections, optimal COMEDK rank utilization, and excellent career prospects in core computer science domain over other alternatives. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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