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manik Question by manik on May 17, 2023Hindi
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Hi, My name is manik acharya, B.sc graduate (10+2+2) system. My age is 48+. I have basic computer knowledge. What course can give me a suitable and stable career?. I have around 12 years experience in Business development and customer relationship in large medicine shop. I need your help.

Ans: Hi Manik, considering your background and experience, several courses can provide you with suitable/stable career options:

Certificate in Retail Management: Given your experience in business development and customer relationship in a medicine shop, a certificate program in retail management can enhance your skills and knowledge in the field. It will equip you with the necessary competencies to manage operations, inventory, sales, customer service, and team management in a retail environment.

Advanced certification in Digital Marketing: As technology continues to play a significant role in business growth, a detailed understanding of digital marketing can open up opportunities for you. It could take you through various aspects of online marketing, including search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, content marketing, and analytics, and can also be valuable for positions such as digital marketing executive, social media manager, or SEO specialist.

Certification in Business Analytics: With your basic computer knowledge, a certification course in business analytics can be a suitable choice. This program will teach you how to use data analysis techniques to derive insights and make informed business decisions. Business analytics professionals are in high demand across industries and can work as business analysts, data analysts, or market research analysts.

Certification in Project Management: If you have strong organizational and leadership skills, a certification in project management can be a valuable addition to your profile. This course will equip you with the knowledge and tools required to successfully plan, execute, and manage projects. Project management skills are in demand across various sectors and can lead to roles such as project coordinator, team leader, or project manager. The profession of project management has recently become one of the hottest jobs, not only in the tech market but across industries. Demand for project managers is growing faster than demand for workers in other occupations and by 2027, 90 million individuals will need to be skilled in project-oriented roles.
The PMP certification can help you land lucrative roles in IT, manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and other exciting industries.

Certification in Healthcare Management: Given your experience in the medicine shop industry, a certification in healthcare management can provide you with a career path in healthcare administration. It will cover topics such as healthcare policies, hospital operations, healthcare marketing, and healthcare quality management. It can lead to roles like healthcare administrator, clinic manager, or operations manager in the healthcare sector.

Remember, while pursuing any course, it's essential to consider your interests, long-term goals, and market demand for specific skills. Conduct thorough research on the courses mentioned above, and evaluate their curriculum, duration, and potential career prospects. It is very important to align your domain interest with the course you'd want to pursue to ensure maximum accuracy of career outcome. Additionally, should you wish to gain further insights/ guidance tailored to your specific needs, feel free to connect with any career counsellors at upGrad.
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Hello Sir , I am 39 years old my mutual fund portfolio is 42.02 Lakh as of today doing SIP in Canara Robecoo Blue chip- 5000, HDFC focused 30 -10000, HDFC midcap opportunities-10000, ICICI pruden. Nifty 200 Momentum -10000, Parag Parekh Flexi Cap -10000, SBI contra -10000, SBI Nifty index fund -10000, Tata Small Cap -10000, Moti Lal Oswal Nasdaq 100 - 10000, In total of 85000 Per month with planning to increase 10% every year , I am looking for a horizon of another 7 years to accumulate a corpus of 5 crores / Please guide me if the investment and planning can meet the desired goal or else how much i an expect it to reach ? Any suggestion to add/remove any funds? Any changes required in my investment approach
Ans: Your portfolio value is Rs. 42.02 lakh, which is impressive.

You are investing Rs. 85,000 monthly, which is a significant commitment.

Your SIPs are diversified across categories, including large-cap, mid-cap, and flexi-cap funds.

You have exposure to momentum, thematic, and international funds.

Your plan to increase SIPs by 10% yearly is a positive step.

Assessing Your Corpus Target
Your goal is to accumulate Rs. 5 crores in 7 years.

Equity investments over 7 years may yield good returns due to compounding.

However, achieving Rs. 5 crores depends on consistent returns and SIP increases.

Market fluctuations can impact growth, requiring regular monitoring.

Insights on Fund Allocation
Your portfolio has multiple schemes, which might cause over-diversification.

Too many funds may reduce focus and overlap stock holdings.

Avoid index funds for higher returns. Actively managed funds often outperform.

Direct funds lack personalized advice. Regular plans with Certified Financial Planners add value.

Ensure all funds align with your risk profile and long-term goals.

Suggested Portfolio Changes
Reduce overlapping categories. Focus on fewer, well-performing funds.

Replace underperforming funds with actively managed funds.

Avoid investing in too many thematic or sector-specific funds.

Increase allocation to mid-cap and flexi-cap funds for higher growth potential.

Review international exposure. It should be limited to 10-15% of your portfolio.

Enhancing Investment Strategy
Stick to equity funds for long-term wealth creation.

Avoid debt funds unless needed for short-term goals or stability.

Rebalance your portfolio yearly to align with your goals.

Include funds with consistent performance across market cycles.

Monitor taxation. Plan redemptions to optimise tax impact.

The Disadvantages of Index Funds
Index funds track the market passively.

They cannot outperform the market or take advantage of opportunities.

Actively managed funds are better for high returns over the long term.

Index funds lack professional intervention during volatile phases.

Importance of Regular Plans
Regular plans provide expert guidance from Certified Financial Planners.

Direct funds may seem cost-effective but lack personalised insights.

Regular plans ensure disciplined investing and strategic reviews.

Setting Up a Review Plan
Review your portfolio performance annually.

Assess returns, diversification, and risk-adjusted performance.

Make adjustments based on market conditions and personal financial changes.

Tax Considerations for Mutual Funds
Equity mutual funds have new tax rules.

LTCG above Rs. 1.25 lakh is taxed at 12.5%.

STCG is taxed at 20%.

Plan withdrawals to minimise tax impact.

Final Insights
Your goal is achievable with disciplined investing and portfolio optimisation.

Avoid over-diversification and focus on fewer, high-performing funds.

Stay committed to SIP increases to accelerate corpus growth.

Consult a Certified Financial Planner for annual reviews and strategic adjustments.

A focused and well-managed portfolio will help you achieve your financial goals.

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Hello, I am 55yrs,Male, Single. Working in Pvt Sector. I have no savings till now for my retirement. How do I survive/ How to plan for my survival after retirement. I dont have any property.
Ans: You are 55 years old and single. You have no savings yet for retirement. You also have no property or existing financial backup. Planning for retirement is crucial and requires immediate action. Let us explore a step-by-step approach to building a secure financial future.

Assessing Your Current Situation
At 55, you have limited time to accumulate a large corpus.

Your private sector job may not provide retirement benefits.

You need to estimate your retirement age. Delaying retirement slightly could help.

Assess your current income and expenses to determine how much you can save monthly.

Setting a Retirement Goal
Define your monthly living expenses during retirement. Consider inflation.

Account for medical expenses and any potential health-related emergencies.

Aim for a retirement corpus that can generate enough monthly income to meet your needs.

Immediate Steps to Take
Start Saving Aggressively: Allocate a significant portion of your income for savings.

Emergency Fund: Create a small emergency fund equal to 3-6 months’ expenses.

Avoid Unnecessary Expenses: Reduce discretionary spending to save more.

Investment Options for Retirement
To maximize your savings potential, invest wisely. Diversify your investments across asset classes.

Mutual Funds: Invest in equity-oriented funds for higher returns over the next 5-10 years.

Choose actively managed funds.

Use a Certified Financial Planner for fund selection and monitoring.

PPF (Public Provident Fund): PPF offers safety and decent tax-free returns.

Consider contributing the maximum permissible amount yearly (Rs. 1.5 lakh).
Debt Mutual Funds: Use these for a portion of your savings for stability and predictable returns.

However, note that gains are taxed as per your tax slab.
National Pension Scheme (NPS): A good option for long-term retirement savings.

It provides market-linked returns and tax benefits under Section 80CCD(1B).
Planning Monthly Retirement Income
Use the accumulated corpus to generate regular income.

Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP): In mutual funds, SWP provides steady income post-retirement.

Fixed Deposits: Allocate a portion to bank FDs for secure and predictable income.

Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS): Invest in SCSS post-retirement for assured returns.

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Buy a comprehensive health insurance policy immediately.

It will reduce the risk of high medical expenses.
Consider term insurance for the next 10 years to secure your family in case of emergencies.

Stay Disciplined with Your Plan
Stick to your monthly savings and investment plan.

Avoid impulsive withdrawals or unnecessary investments.

Evaluate Your Progress Annually
Review your portfolio every year with a Certified Financial Planner.

Rebalance your portfolio based on performance and market conditions.

Make necessary adjustments if there are changes in your financial situation.

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Look for part-time or consultancy opportunities to supplement your income.

Consider teaching, freelancing, or advisory roles in your area of expertise.

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Do not rely solely on fixed returns. Ensure part of your portfolio is inflation-adjusted.

Monitor your expenses to avoid overspending.

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Avoid locking funds in low-return investments like traditional savings plans.

Stay clear of speculative investments that promise high returns but carry high risks.

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I am 50 years old. For post retirement monthly income I am planning to to park 1 crore lumpsum to avail monthly SWP later. Should I park this lumpsum in one or divide 50 K each in two or three and more and then keep withdrawing 0.5 % from each as swp. Which will be a better option?
Ans: Hi Satish,

Retirement Corpus needs safety and liquidity along with growth as it has to last a long time.

As your complete requirement is not very clear I will mention some numbers to give you an idea and you can plan based on your actual requirement.
Lets say your monthly expense requirement in 50000 per month i.e. 6 lacs per year. This is an amount for the first year, but with Inflation, it will increase each year.
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If you have a low risk profile then invest in safe investments - either Debt funds or Fixed deposits - Risk is Inflation will eventually start reducing your corpus.

If you can handle moderate risk then divide the corpus e.g. Keep 75% in growth (with some safety) funds like the Balanced Advantage/Hybrid funds and rest 25% in safe investment such as Debt funds or Fixed deposits from which you can withdraw for monthly expenses.
In your case 25 lacs in safe investment will help manage approximately 4 years of expenses.
The remaining 75 lacs invested in Balanced Advantage funds will continue to provide growth. So if we assume it grows at 8% every year, plan to withdraw 5~8% of your fund and move it into safe investments.

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Advice you to approach a Certified Financial Planner to provide a comprehensive and customized guidance/plan to you.

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Commerce graduates have many career options, I am listing some of them for you-
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6.Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
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Some more options for you..
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Can you see the options and the opportunities that are available for you??
You can also focus on further studies too… amassing knowledge and skills can also be your goal.Focus on acquiring wisdom, spend time and energy on worthy tasks, become mentally and physically strong!


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Hello Ma'am. Can you tell how can I forget my childhood memories. In my childhood everyone taunts me that I don't look like my mother. I don't look good. My mother has fair skin and I don't have fair skin like her. I have listened to this many times and from many people. So all this words is deeply rooted in my mind and I feel less confidence about myself. I am not confident in approaching someone to chat because at the back of my mind this thing's comes automatically. Due to this I have very low self-confidence. I always feel that I am not good looking. This thought automatically comes to my mind. How can I solve this. How can I increase my self-confidence about myself. Please show me ways
Ans: Dear Anonymous,
And by being fair, there's some great advantage that they all have, is it?
I know that it has been pretty unfair on you that you are not 'fair' and the obsession that some families have over skin color is pretty sickening.
Now, this part of your life is under your control. Either ruin it by bringing the past and 'color' it bad or make it 'colorful' by actually challenging what had happened to you. And how do you do that? By actually not reacting to the past labels; they were in your past. If you accept the way you look and flaunt it, then all these comparisons do not matter. But if you keep replaying the saem music from your past, this is going to continue and make it only worse.
So, accept yourself and every time you feel bad, make sure you tell yourself that your past does not define how your present is...again like any mindset change, this will take time to take effect BUT keep powering on...
Only you can be your best friend and hero, that's it...

All the best!
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