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CAT, Management Expert - Answered on Nov 02, 2023

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Asked by Anonymous - Oct 03, 2023Hindi

Career

Is an online executive MBA from a reputed institute like the IIM worth your money? Is it better than a full-time MBA? What are the pros and cons to consider before applying for an MBA? Can you please elaborate?

Ans: Just to be clear, there is no online MBA from the IIMs

If you are talking about executive MBA, it offers some benefits like flexibility in scheduling classes and completing coursework, access to a strong alumni network and valuable connections.etc.

On the flip side, it might not provide the same level of in-person interactions, networking, and immersive learning experiences as a full-time MBA. Furthermore, Managing a full-time job along with an online EMBA can be demanding. Assess if you can effectively balance the workload and maintain high performance in both areas.
Also, the internships and career placement opportunities that might not be as prevalent in executive programs, impacting career transitions or shifts.

Take a well thought out decision!

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Asked by Anonymous - Mar 29, 2024Hindi

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Dear Career Advisor, Could you please advise me on the potential advantages of pursuing an online MBA, specifically from UPES ON University? I have been employed in the solar industry for over 7.5 years, and I'm interested in understanding how pursuing an MBA could positively impact my career progression and salary prospects. Thank you in advance.

Ans: It is usually recommended to do a fulltime 1 year Executive MBA course. But if you are not game for it then doing Online MBA is a good option. Tomorrow if you are looking for growth or moving to a managerial role, then having an MBA degree could help. A lot of companies have policies which favor having higher education qualification.

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Asked by Anonymous - Apr 12, 2024Hindi

Career

Is online Mba valid and good?

Ans: Online MBA does not provide placements. So you will have to look out for a job on your own. But companies prefer regular MBA over online MBA which will make getting job difficult. Online MBA could help if you already have a good relevant work experience or if you are looking at promotion in your company where the company does give preference to education while giving the promotion (there are quite a few companies who do that).

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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 19, 2026Hindi

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i invested 18L own money and 6 Lakhs from MTF borrowing in Oct'22 to Oct'23 periods, now 24 Lakhs become 14 Lakhs, 10 Lakhs down, Alklyamine 98 @ 3300, relaxo 135@1083, PVRINOX 87@1865, tatainvest 250@1120,vstindustries 484@429,suntv 160@836,concor 250@860,clean 19@2060,bajajauto 14@11935,AWL 357@432,ATGL 20@1030,ADANIGREEN 20@1975,ADANIENT39@3390,ADANENSOL50@1324,ACC52@2600,COCHINSHIP10@2650,DATAPATTERN 10@3186,GRSE19@2975,MAZDOCK10 @3500,HONDAPOWER 10@4000,TATAELXSI17@7320,VBL30@660,BHARATFORG20@1740. GUILTY TO OVERRIDE WIFE SUGGESTION TO BUY JEWELS FOR DAUGHTER'S 3 YEARS AGO WHEN PF AMOUNT WITHDRAWN 13L, NOW THIS ALSO LOSS AND JEWEL ALSO 2.5 TIMES HIGHER THAN THAT TIME. WRONG DECISION. PLS CORRECT & SUGGEST. AGE 51

Ans: I would suggest you approach a SEBI Registered Investment Adviser nearby you and discuss the full story with your financial details and he/she would be the right person to guide you after analyzing all your requirements. You can find your nearest adviser from this link of SEBI - https://www.sebi.gov.in/sebiweb/other/OtherAction.do?doRecognisedFpi=yes&intmId=13

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Stock Market Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 19, 2026Hindi

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I applied for an IPO on the War-Burg platform for Avana Electrosystems and got an allocation far above my funds available . Now the system will not allow me to close my position . What should I do ?

Ans: this is a scam

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Financial Planner, MF and Insurance Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 17, 2026Hindi

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SIP of 2000 long term 10+ years. What type of schemes would you suggest (e.g. large, flexi etc.) and how.much allocation to each type would be best. I am in my 40s and this is my first exposure to MFs.

Ans: Hi,

As this is your 1st time exposure, better to connect with a professional.

Connect with a a professional Certified Financial Planner - a CFP who can guide you with exact funds to invest in keeping in mind your age, requirements, financial goals and risk profile. A CFP periodically reviews your portfolio and suggest any amendments to be made, if required.

Let me know if you need more help.

Best Regards,
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Financial Planner, MF and Insurance Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 17, 2026Hindi

Money

Hello sir/maam, I have a health insure for myself of hdfc ergo of 10lakh cover. Now i am married this year thus should i take another insurance for my wife or include her within mine. We both are working and i want to be secure such that in case claim we do kot face any issue incase in future we have any health emergency.

Ans: Hi,

You can include her name in your policy and increase the sum insured to 20 lakhs. Your overall premium will increase but it is required considering higher medical costs these days.

Let me know if you need more help.

Best Regards,
Reetika Sharma, Certified Financial Planner
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Financial Planner, MF and Insurance Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 17, 2026Hindi

Money

At51 years, can I start ppf account?

Ans: Hi,

Yes you can but not recommended. Instead increase contribution to your PF under VPF.
PPf comes with minimum 15 years lock-in, you will not have access to PPF funds till age of 65. Better to go for an alternative.

Let me know if you need more help.

Best Regards,
Reetika Sharma, Certified Financial Planner
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Financial Planner, MF and Insurance Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Question by Surander - Jan 17, 2026Hindi

Money

Hi Sir, If performance of the some MF is not as per the market how to swich another performing MF. Question is shall i start SWP on Poor Performing F or Exit in one go .

Ans: Hi Surandar,

Investing like this will never work in your favor and instead give you losses along with tax liabilities.
If you do not know about Mutual funds, connect with a professional to start.
Expecting your funds to double overnight is not done here. Mutual funds are for long term and need a lot of patience.

Best Regards,
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Financial Planner, MF and Insurance Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Question by Ram - Nov 18, 2025Hindi

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Hi, I worked in STL from year 1997 to 2005 . As at time the concept of UAN was not there I couldn't find any trace of my PF and Pension contribution in EPFO portal.Also that company is closed long back I am not able to create New UAN . After 2005,I worked in number of companies and retired in 2024.My last company from where I retired is an exempted company where I transferred my all PF after 2005. I visited in local epfo office in Kolkata regarding my pf/eps withdrawal/transfer to my latest company from where I retired last year, local pf office of Kolkata not able to see my pf balance of my First company STL,due to pf not connected to UAN, what should be done right now STL had deposited PF amount in Bandra Mumbai office.

Ans: Hi Ram,

Here is what you can do:
1. Locate your old salary slips from STL and try to find the PF number.
2. As the company doesn't exist now, your old PF must have become 'inoperative'
3. Visit Bandra, Mumbai EPFO Office yourself along with your details and request them to trace your old account (should know your PF number from salary slips beforehand).
4. Or connect with EPFO online under 'Inoperative helpdesk' to know what can be done by you.

Best Regards,
Reetika Sharma, Certified Financial Planner
https://www.instagram.com/cfpreetika/

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Financial Planner, MF and Insurance Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Question by Rimpa - Jan 04, 2026Hindi

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I want to invest in Mutual fund my monthly SIP is 1700 please make me a PORTFOLIO where i can get high return i want to invest for long time + i want to invest in Gold fund but not from the 1700 sip it will be my another individual SIP.

Ans: Hi Rimpa,

Start your SIP of 1700 under Kotak Multicap fund for long term.
If you wish to start gold investment, buy gold ETFs online or choose a gold mutual fund.

Best Regards,
Reetika Sharma, Certified Financial Planner
https://www.instagram.com/cfpreetika/

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Financial Planner, MF and Insurance Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Question by Chidambaram - Jan 02, 2026Hindi

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Dear Sir, I'm 53 yrs old now, i would like to know, in SBI Life Policies, at present, what are the best beneficial wealth policies as well as with Sudden Death Protection, which suits my age and income source salary is 10L /Annum.. thanks, from Chennai (02nd Jan 2026)

Ans: Hi Chidambaram,

Please connect with SBI Bank professionals to get such wealth policy. I am a CFP and suggest only mutual funds investment along with comprehensive financial planning.
I do not recommend any such policies to anyone.

Let me know if you need more help.

Best Regards,
Reetika Sharma, Certified Financial Planner
https://www.instagram.com/cfpreetika/

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Financial Planner, MF and Insurance Expert - Answered on Jan 21, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jan 18, 2026Hindi

Money

I am 42, I have two daughters 17 and 13. Me and my wife earn 5L per month currently. We do not know when we will stop being as productive as this We currently have the following portfolio 1. 1.2cr PF 2. 17L PPF 3. 40L MF 4. Real estate (3 flats in city and 5 acres in hometown) 4cr 5. Liquid 1 cr Upcoming life events 1. Kids college 2. Kids marriage After these between me and wife we need atleast 1L per month to live. I want to continue to work for 10 more years and my wife will work for 5 more. Can I retire early?

Ans: Hi,

You two are earning well and have accumulated a lot at such young age. Let us analyse in detail:
- Liquid - 1 crore >> this can take care of the immediate requirement for your kid's higher education.
- Your current investments in PF, PPF and MF - can be considered a portion for your retired life.
- Land and Flats worth 4 crores - can liquidate worth half value to keep it aside for your kids marriage.
- Save aggressively in equity and balanced mutual funds till the time you guys are working. Investing as small as 2 lakhs per month for next 10 years can grow your MF corpus from 40 lakhs to 6 crores.
This along with your PF is more than sufficient for the two of you to retire at your respective paces.

Make sure that the current MF investment along with planned SIP of 2 lakhs monthly is done under professional supervision. Any wrong investment can lower returns and create a negative impact.

Summary - You are on the right path. Start investing aggressively for next 10 years and consider liquidating 50% of your real estate assets to fulfil kids education and marriage.

And also consult a professional Certified Financial Planner - a CFP who can guide you with exact funds to invest in keeping in mind your age, requirements, financial goals and risk profile. A CFP periodically reviews your portfolio and suggest any amendments to be made, if required.

Let me know if you need more help.

Best Regards,
Reetika Sharma, Certified Financial Planner
https://www.instagram.com/cfpreetika/

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