With the rapid Globalization of Indian as well as entire Economy our Trade and Commerce is now moving beyond the boundaries of a single nation. Lots of Multinational Companies are building their Branch-Offices at India and India is also expanding its business in Foreign Nations. Therefore, persons with the knowledge of different foreign languages always have the opportunity to work in these companies as Interpreters and make business deals easier for them.

Today with the aid of advanced Transportation System and People’s courage to gain knowledge about different Nations, their Culture, Civilization, a Mixed Cultural, Social Atmosphere is growing rapidly. Moreover, in this mixed cultural conditioning knowledge of different languages is very much needed to understand Scientific, Technological and Cultural Information’s of other nations. This will help to build healthy relationship between nations and our knowledge will expand to great extant.

Qualification and Eligibility for Foreign Languages

Now a days most of the Universities in India offer Certificate, Diploma and Degree Courses in various Foreign Languages. Students allowed opting for any one of them and building up a successful Career. Eligibility criteria for these courses may vary according to the course applied for and upon the university. But in general completing the 10+2 level education is the basic criteria for studying any kind of course in these foreign languages.

Details of the Courses are-

• Bachelor’s Degree Courses in Foreign Languages are of 3 years’ duration. Eligibility: Completing the 10+2 education in any discipline.
• Integrated Master’s Degree Courses are of 5 years’ duration. Eligibility: Undergraduate/ Graduate level of Education.
• Certificate/ Diploma Course are of 6 months’ – 1 yrars’ duration. Eligibility: 10+2
• M.A; Duration: 2 years; Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in the Language.
• M.Phil; Eligibility: Master’s degree in the Language.
• PhD; Eligibility: Master’s degree in the Language.

Lots of Institutes offer both Basic and Advanced level Courses in Foreign Languages. In addition to that the institutes run by Embassies and Consulates also offer basic and advanced level courses in Foreign Languages. The most popular languages to study include- Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Persian, Russian and Spanish. But to study any Foreign Language, candidates have to fulfill the eligibility criteria mentioned by that particular institute.

In India JNU is one of the famous Universities to offer some of the most popular Foreign Languages. To study Japanese candidates have to appear for a Language Proficiency Test conducted by the Mombusho Scholars Association. To study French from JNU candidates have to qualify the Language Proficiency Test (LPT) conducted by Alliance Française.

Career Prospect in Foreign Languages

Basic or Higher Education in Foreign Languages can help you to enter into the Career Avenues of- Diplomatic Service, Embassies, Entertainment, International Organizations, Interpretation and Translation, Public Relations and Mass Communication, Publishing Houses,  BPO’s and KPO’s etc.

Various International Organizations and Embassies recruit Foreign Language experts for- Executive, Public Relation Assignments and Secretarial as well as for Translations and Interpretations Jobs. Translators have huge demand in Government, Publishing Houses and Research Organizations. Apart from that, learning of various Foreign Languages can be beneficial to earn Jobs in- Airlines Offices, Exhibitions and Fairs, Export Agencies, Hotel Industry, Radio Stations, Tourism Sector and Trade Organizations. The profession of Teaching is also an important option for these Professionals.

When it comes to the Job availability of these Foreign Languages, one can undoubtedly say that huge amount of jobs are available for efficient foreign language experts. In India, earning a degree in any Foreign Language and completing required training for that Language one can earn Jobs in:

• As Air Hostesses and Flight Stewards
• Diplomatic Services
• As Freelancers
• In Hotels, in various levels of Hotel Management
• As Interpreters
• As Public Relation Officers.
• As Teachers
• As Translators in industries, Government Sectors and Research Organizations
• As Tourist Guides

In Abroad, Foreign Language experts can get placements in various Multinational Companies. Apart from that, UNO appoints foreign language experts for 6 International Languages through an Entrance Examination. Various International Organizations also hire Translators to spread their business globally.

Job Prospect in Foreign Languages

As a Foreign Language expert one can earn the Jobs of Executive, Public Relation Assignments and Secretarial, as well as for Translation and Interpretation. Translators are recruited in various Industries like- Publishing Houses, Research and Governmental Organizations like Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and Embassies of Foreign Countries etc.

Foreign Companies having their Offices in India also recruit Foreign Language Experts. Among these companies are-

• Aventis
• GE
• HP
• Hyundai
• LG
• Moulinex
• Oracle
• Samsung
• Thomson etc.

Other Job opportunities as a Foreign Language Expert:

• Airline Offices
• Exhibitions and Fairs
• Export Agencies
• Hotel Industry
• Interpreters and Translators
• Online Content Writer
• Radio Stations
• Trade Organizations
• Teaching
• Travel and Tourism Sector
• Technical Translators and Decoders

Often Foreign Linguists may work as Freelancers. These people can work with Translation Bureaus, Research Organisations, International Organisations like- Foreign Companies, FAO, IMF, UNO, WTO, Reserve Bank of India, Publishing Houses etc.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of Foreign Languages

These are the Colleges/Institutions/Universities offering courses in Foreign Languages are:

• Alliance Francasie – 15 branches across the country
• Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
• Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Jawaharlal Nehru Academy of Languages – New Delhi
• Calcutta University, Kolkota
• Calicut University, Malappuram
• Central Institute of English and Foreign Languages (CIEFL) – Hyderabad
• Hyderabad University
• Indo – Italian Chamber of Commerce – Mumbai
• Indo-Japan Chamber Of Commerce & Industry, Chennai
• Jawaharlal Nehru University and Delhi University both in Delhi; Aligarh Muslim University
• Japanese Information and Cultural Center – New Delhi
• Lucknow University
• Max Mueller Bhavan- major metros.
• Madras University, Chennai
• Orissa and Vishva Bharati
• Pune University, Ganeshkhind, Pune
• Rajasthan University, Jaipur, Rajasthan
• Shantiniketan
• Utkal University are some of the prominent institutes offer degree courses in foreign languages.

Remunerations in Foreign Language

The Salary and Earnings of the Linguists may vary according to the kind of Work and their Position in the Offices can expect earn Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 per month. As a Translator, one can earn Rs. 50 to 100 per page. The Interpreters can earn Rs. 300 to 500 per hour. The career as a Professor or Lecturer can also become highly remunerative such as Rs.10000 to Rs. 20000 per month. The salary of a Lecturer may range between Rs. 10,000 to 13,000 per month and Professors can expect over Rs. 18000/- per month. Working as a Freelancer one can also earn salary between Rs. 8,000 to Rs. 10,000 per month.

From the very beginning of Human Civilization Forests have played a vital role in the Protection and Survival of Human Life. Forests are the source of amazing Herbs, Medicinal Compounds, Natural Cosmetics etc. Study of Forestry thus, important for the existence of entire humanism and it’s interesting too. Forests are one of the most significant Natural resources needed to lead a healthy life. Their many fold contribution to the human civilization includes maintaining the Ecological balance, helping in the Economic Growth of a nation, and above all improving the living standard of people. So, it is of vital importance to care them properly with the help of Forestry Professionals. Forests also help to save us from Natural Disasters like – Global Warming, Global Climatic Change, Deforestation, Water Scarcity etc.

India may take pride to have the huge possession of Forests and Wild Life. Moreover, this is our social duty to protect these Forests and Wild Life. Since, forests and wild life always co exist together. Forestry provides required education to take necessary steps and protect our forests in a scientific way.

Qualifications and Eligibility for Forestry

Due to increasing demand of Forestry branch of Science discipline, various universities and institutions are now offering Bachelor’s, Master’s and even Doctoral Degree in Forestry.

To earn B.Sc. Degree in Forestry candidates have to complete their 10+2 level education in Science discipline along with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as main subjects. After the completion of Bachelor’s degree students may opt for 2 years’ Masters‘ degree program. Specializations available in the Master’s degree level are – Commercial Forestry, Forest Economics, Forest Management, Veterinary Science, Wood Science & Technology, Wildlife Science etc.

The ongoing demand of the students to get higher degrees in this field helped various universities to offer Management degree/ M.Phil. degree in forestry. The Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), Nehru Nagar, Bhopal offers Forest Management degree from its institute. There is also the opportunity to earn Post Graduate Diploma in Forest Management from various professional institutions. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted exam for appearing in Forestry career for Indian Forest Service.

The major Courses in Forestry and Forest Services are-

• B.Sc Forestry
• B.Sc Wildlife
• M.Sc Wildlife
• M.Sc Forestry
• M.Sc Wood Science & Tech.

Specialization in subjects like-

• Agro Forestry
• Agriculture Economics
• Agriculture Statistics
• Forest Products
• Microbiology
• Soil Sciences
• Silviculture
• Waste Management and Tree Improvement and Genetic Resources

Career Prospects in Forestry

In recent times the consciousness among people regarding conserving the forests has increased to a great extent. As a matter of fact the career opportunities for fresh Graduates in this field have climbed up to a comfortable position. Department of Forest and Wildlife of Central as well as State Government always recruits forestry professionals to protect the forests and wild life. NGOs involved in Conservation and up gradation of forests also recruit lots of forestry professionals in their organizations. Private sector organizations viz. Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), Institute of Social Forestry and Eco-rehabilitation and Wildlife Research Institutes also demands qualified forestry professionals to carry out the Research based Works. Many Private Organizations hiring number of Forest and Wildlife graduates like – Centre for Environment Education, World Wildlife Fund (WWF), Tata Energy Research Institute (TERI) and Consultancy Firms like – Ernst, Young and KPMG. Forestry professionals also have the opportunity to earn job in Botanical and Zoological parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks.

In addition to the above mentioned career options students can also take up the career of Still Photography, Film Making and Wildlife Journalism. This field of work will help them to join various reputed TV channels like- Animal Planet, Discovery and Natural Geographic.

In Forest and Wildlife conservation people can be employed as-

• Dendrologists
• Ethologist
• Entomologist
• Forest range officers
• Foresters
• Silviculturist
• Zoo curators

Job Prospects in Forestry

There is a huge scope of earning a prestigious Job in this field of Science in Government sector and can work in Offices, Laboratories or Outdoors. They have the potentiality to work in-

• Corporate having own Plantations for Timbering
• Education sector as Tutors
• Governmental, Non-Governmental Organizations interested in Preservation of Forest Resources
• Green Watchers, Wildlife Trust of India, World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the Environment Awareness Society, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) etc. are some of the National and International Voluntary Organizations that actively work towards the preservation and conservation of wildlife and forests.
• Industries that utilize forest resources employ industrial and agricultural consultants
• Indian Council Of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) and its affiliated Forestry research institutes such as Forest Research Institute, Dehra Dun, Institute of Social Forestry and Eco-rehabilitation, Allahabad etc.
• Wildlife Ranges
• Wildlife Research Institutes in DehraDun, Coimbatore etc.
• Zoological Parks

Forestry professionals can also get placement in various Government offices through Indian Forest Service (IFS) examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Other than Bachelor’s or Master’s degree holders in Forestry Science, students with graduate degree in Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science, Agriculture, Botany, Chemistry, Forestry or Engineering, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology are allowed to appear for the Indian Forest Service (IFS) examination.

Opportunity in abroad: A Bachelor’s or higher degree in Forestry can be beneficial to earn Jobs in the Global Organizations like – Centre for Environment Education, Tata Energy Research Institute (TERI), World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and Consultancy Firms like – Ernst Young and KPMG.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of Forestry

These are the Colleges/Institutions/Universities offering courses on Forestry and Wildlife are:

• Agricultural College And Research Institute, Coimbatore
• Birsa Agricultural University, Kanke , Ranchi
• College of Horticulture And Forestry, Solan (Himachal Pradesh)
• College Of Agriculture, Patnagar
• College Of Agriculture And Regional Research Station, Dharwad (Karnataka)
• College Of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, P O Krishinagar, Akola
• College Of Agricultural Engineering, Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana
• College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Hisar
• College of Forestry, Thrissur (Kerala)
• College Of Forestry, Srinagar
• Forestry Research Institute, DehraDun
• Indian Institute of Forest Management, Nehru Nagar, Bhopal
• Jawharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Faculty of Agricultural Engineering, Krishi Nagar, Agartala, Jabalpur
• Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli
• Kerala Agricultural University, Vellanikkara
• North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong
• Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneshwar
• Orissa University Of Agriculture & Technology, Faculty Of Agriculture, Bhubaneswar, Khurda
• University Of Agricultural Sciences Bangalore, Gandhi Krishi Vignana Kendra, Bangalore
• Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani, Dehra Dun (affiliated to Saurashtra University, Rajkot)

Remuneration in Forestry

The earnings of the Forestry Graduates in the recent time are quite good. In Government Sectors they can earn Rs. 8,000 – 15,000 at the starting of their career. We can here mention the earnings of a Forestry Graduate below:

• Junior scale Rs 8000 to Rs. 15,000 per months
• After 4 years Rs 10,000 to Rs. 15,200 per months
• Conservator of forests Rs. 16,400 to Rs. 20,000 per months
• Chief Conservator of forests Rs. 18,400 to Rs. 22,400 per months
• Principal Conservator of forests Rs. 22,400 to Rs. 24,500 per months
• Junior Administrative Grade Rs. 12,000 to Rs 16,050 per months
• Selection Grade Rs. 14,300 to Rs. 18,300 per months
• Inspector General Rs. 26,000 per months

Beside these they also avail Accommodation, Official Vehicle, Telephone and other Government Allowances. Those who are working in Corporate Houses and Consultancy Companies have very lucrative pay packages. Salary packages and other Allowances are even higher in – Consultancy Firms, International Agencies and Media Houses. Working in the NGOs one can earn Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 16,000 per month at the starting of their career. Higher qualification will be beneficial to earn higher post and higher salary.

As the field is continuously growing therefore there are lots of Job opportunities for the editors to work in Advertising, Film Production Studios, Motion Picture Studios, Multimedia Companies, Television and Web Design Companies in a world wise. Even today, they are working as a Freelance Editor with Corporate Employers, Post-Production Studios and Television Companies on Short-Term contract basis.

Qualifications and Eligibility for Video Editing

A candidate aspiring for Video Editing profession must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Animation, Film Production, Media Arts and Master’s Degree Program in relevant fields. Although the field never demands any specific qualification to start with the industry but a good degree may help a professional to get his/ her success easily.

With the increasing demand in the field, today there are hundreds of courses been offered by different universities to facilitate high standards of technical education. Some of the prominent courses are- Diploma in Film Editing, Diploma in Sound Editing & Sound Recording, Diploma in Video Editing, Certificate-Course in Non Linear Editing and Post Graduate Diploma in Post Production.

Career Prospects in Video Editing

With the increasing demand for Movie Clips and Video on Websites, Video Editing field has widened the scopes for the professionals globally. Therefore, organizations like, Advertising and Multimedia companies, Film and TV production studios, News Channels, Web Designing Companies are hiring many Video Editors on Part-Time, Full Time and Short-Term contract basis. Most of the editors work with Advertising Companies, Broadcasting and Film Industries. One most striking point must be mentioned here that it is expected to increase the hiring rate at 11% by 2018, according to the U S Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Job Prospects in Video Editing

One should possess the skills of Self Motivation, Creativity, Detailed Oriented, Sound Knowledge in Camera and its Technology. As the industry is competitive, hence one has to be dedicated to get the success. Hence, a college degree is not enough but a keen eye for details and general knowledge is required. One may start this career after completing Digital Video Editing Course or Media Arts Degree. One may work in Film and TV Production Studios, Web Design Companies, Advertising & Multimedia Companies. They often work independently in their Own Production Companies and for Motion Picture Studios, and majority work on a freelance basis.

There is varied job opportunities in this field, hence one can try creative job seeking methods to get the best job from the market.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of Video Editing

With the increasing demand for Movie Clips and Video on Websites, many institutions are now offering Undergraduate and Post-graduate Courses in Mass Communication have included Video Editing as part of their curriculum.

These are the Colleges/Institutions/Universities offering courses in Video Editing are:

• Asian Academy of Film & Television, Noida (Uttar Pradesh).
• Bihar Institute of Film and Television (Patna)
• Fortune Institute of Communication and Television
• Film & Television Institute of India (Pune)
• Framework Academy of Cinema & Television, Pune, (Maharashtra)
• Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, Kolkata, (West Bengal)
• Sri Aurobindo Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi

Remuneration in Video Editing

Video Editors, are in great demand with the increasing for Movie Clips and Videos on Websites and they works like as an Employer or as a Freelancer in the Firm. The beginners can expect to earn between Rs 5,000 to Rs 7,500 monthly basis and with the experience of few more years that figure can be raised from Rs 7000 to Rs 10000 per month (US $1222).

In addition, for those who work independently can earn more depending on one’s talent and experience along with the company one is working with. According to the Payscale.com, the annual salary for the Video Editors with experience of more than 3 – 4 years may range between $ 29,316 and $ 44,693 in 2010. So, if you have that creative zeal within you, don’t wait rather explore the career!

Apart from these, applicant wants to work in Government / Regulatory Bodies and wants to be an Aviation Consultant in future may join Civil Aviation Courses. But it is noteworthy to say, that above all mentioned courses are duly comply with the guidelines and rules lay down by DGCA (Director General of Civil Aviation), Government of India.

Qualifications and Eligibility for Aviation

The qualification requirements are different for Technical and Non-Technical Courses in Aviation Industry. One should have Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics till 10+2 to become eligible for Technical courses. In India, to be a Pilot (commercial), one should have SPL (Student Pilot License), and to get that license an applicant must be 16 years with 10+2 (science) to register in the Flying Club.

However, for Air-Hostesses‘ courses candidate appearing for 10+2 are sufficient, though in some institutes one should be from science background. There are excellent courses on aviation and there are different certified programs and courses like Air Hostess Training Courses, Commercial Pilot Courses, Civil aviation Scholarship, Aeronautical Engineering Courses.

Career Prospect in Aviation

As the career in Aviation Industry is most demanding and bright, thus there are plenty of job opportunities for both Technical and Non-Technical applicants i.e. jobs for Pilots, Air Hostess, Aeronautical Engineers, Airline Ticketing, Customer Service etc. Today due to Privatization, numerous avenues are opening up. As the industry is growing rapidly, interested professionals can find opportunities in Domestic, Private and International Airlines as well as Government Airlines.

Apart from these, applicants can also look out for job opportunities in Administration, Aircraft Maintenance, Cargo Management, Ground Operations, Traffic Regulation and other areas related to this field.

Job Prospects in Aviation

After completion of specific Aviation course, one can get a good job as most of the Institutes are offering placements through Campus Interviews. The following are the Companies hiring most:

• Alliance Air
• Deccan Airlines
• Flywell Aviation Pvt. Ltd.
• Haytrans I Pvt Ltd.
• Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, Bird Group
• Indian Airlines
• Indian International Airways Ltd.
• Jet Airways
• Kingfisher Airlines
• Multi Track Air Charters
• Spice Jet
• Sahara India
• SRC Aviation, Panda Logistics Ltd.
• Trans Asian Aviation
• Taneja Aerospace and Aviation Limited and Sam Air Pvt Ltd.
• Varman Aviation Pvt Ltd.

Apart from Airline companies, several aircraft manufactures employ Aeronautical Engineers like- Goodrich Aerospace Co, Bell Helicopter Textron and others. The Engineers can further explore some other fields such as R & D, Management, Design and Test.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of Aviation

These are the Colleges/Institutions/Universities offering courses in Aviation are:

• Avalon Aviation Academy, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Gurgaon, Lucknow, Allahabad, Kochi, Nasik, Ahmednagar, Vashi
• Bharat Institute of Aeronautics, Patna
• Flytech Aviation Academy, Andhra Pradesh
• Hindustan Institute of Aeronautics, Bhopal
• Indian Institute of Aeronautics, Delhi
• Indian Institute of Aeronautics Science, Jamshedpur
• Indian Institute of Aeronautical Science, Kolkata

These are the Colleges/Institutions/Universities offering courses for Air-Hostesses and Flight Stewards in Aviation are:

• Air Hostess Academy (AHA), New Delhi
• Aptima Air Hostess Academy, New Delhi
• Flyers Inc., New Delhi
• Free bird Aviation & Management Services, Trivandrum
• Frankfinn Institute (www.fiatfrankfinn.com)
• Global Institute, New Delhi
• Indian Aviation Academy, Mumbai
• Pacific Airways, New Delhi
• Sristys Aviation, Hyderabad

Remuneration in Aviation

In Aviation Industry, the remuneration is extremely high. All Technical Professionals are highly paid, like- a Senior Pilot monthly earns almost 4.5 lakhs to 5 lakhs (US $ 15000 – $ 16000), one of the highest earners in the Nation. Non-technical professionals like an Air-Hostess (fresher) earns around Rs. 16,000 (US $ 1300 – $ 1400) monthly. There are particular pay scales in Government / Public Sector.

Apart from remunerations, there is an excellent advantage in Aviation industry to visit and see different places, countries, continents all over the world especially for the professionals like Pilots, Cabin Crew, Air-Hostess, Flight Stewards.

Upton mid eighties, Modeling can be divided into two types: Show or Ramp and Photographic. Now, Modeling is of various types as, Ramp Modeling, Television Modeling and Print Modeling.

Qualification and Eligibility for Modeling

Not all people can be a Model, as the fashion industry has set certain standards. There is an age limit set, as girls may start at the early age of 15 to 22 and boys may start from 18 to 25. A model must have a physical attribute with unique facial features the minimum heights should be 5’8’’ & 5’11’’ for female & male respectively.

To be a Model, there is no need of specific qualification to enter into this modeling career. Keeping in mind the craze for modeling career, there are many universities and institutes offering modeling courses.

The first thing, one has to prepare is a Portfolio and should approach to AD agency. Moreover, the second way is to apply for the contests sponsored by different Magazines, Cosmetics Company, cloth manufactures. The training programs focus on beauty care; make up, hair styling, diet & exercise, how to present oneself, carry oneself and how to walk. It also teaches how to make a contract and its technicalities. Moreover, a person must be versatile and adaptable by nature.

Career Prospects in Modeling

The scopes and career prospects in Fashion Modeling is extremely promising and challenging and it should be noted here, that it is one of the industries in the world where a Woman can earn more than a Man. It is expected to increase the hiring rate by 10 percent to 20% until 2012. In India, there is Advertising Modeling, Print Modeling, Ramp or Live Modeling, Showroom Modeling, Still Modeling, Television Modeling etc.

One may work through Acting, Garments Fair, Live Fashion Shows, Music Videos, Product Advertising and lots many avenues. Even one may open School or Institutes after having good numbers of experience. Today there are lots of opportunities are coming up for the Male Models with expansion of the International Men’s Clothing, Accessories and Cosmetics Industry.

Competition in the industry is extremely high as there is a constant demand for a new or fresh face. Modeling is always considered as the gateway to film industry.

Job Prospects in Modeling

Today models thrive on multiple challenges from Product Endorsement to Acting, again from Television Anchoring to Establishing New Modeling Agencies. Modeling is a self- centered career.

Each job can be one’s last, so one must try to learn from each job. One may easily get hundreds of openings in-

• Acting in TV or Films
• Featuring in Music Videos
• Fashion Shows
• For Setting up a Model Co-ordinating Agency
• Product Advertising
• Showroom Displays
• Schools for Models

Today, most of the Models work in all fields of High Fashion Modeling including-

• Catwalk
• Commercials
• Videos and Photographic work for Fashion Magazines and Advertising Campaigns.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of Modeling

There are several Modeling Agencies in India that can give a good break to start the career in Modeling. Some of the popular Modeling Agencies offering Modeling courses in India are-

• Aditi Modeling Service, 324, Upper Palace Orchard, Bangalore
• Catwalk, K-40, Hauz Khas Enclave, New Delhi
• Face 1, 797, Jesia Building, Jam-e-Jamshedji Road, Parsi Colony, Dadar, Mumbai
• Glitz, F-100 Lajpat Nagar II, New Delhi
• Mayrose Management Services, 302, Radha Mukund, B.P. Road, Dahisar-West Mumbai
• New India Models.Com, 201, Mayur Plaza, LSC Opp. ASN School, Mayur Vihar Phase-1, New Delhi.
• Ozone Models Management, Gamdevi Phiroze Shah Road, Santa Cruz (W) Mumbai
• Platinum Models, A 276, Shivalik, New Delhi
• Passion EC 191, Sector 1, Salt Lake, Kolkata
• Profilez Estd. P29, F10, UCO Avenue Apts., Novodaya Colony, Srinagar, Hyderabad, A.P
• The Bridge, 201, Bhanot Trade Centre, Paschim Vihar, New Delhi
• The Ramp, A 22, Gulmohar Park, New Delhi
• The Tina Factor, C-31 Defence Colony, New Delhi
• YSG Worldwide Model and Promotion Agency, Orient House, 4th Floor, Adi Marzban Path, Mumbai

Remuneration in Modeling

The income depends significantly on the type of modeling engagement, years of experience and popularity. Models in India are paid for an entire campaign or duration of the contract. A top model can earn up Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 50,000 per Fashion Show and lakhs of rupees for an Ad Campaign. Beginners and low budgets pay models may start from Rs 5,000 to Rs10,000. Print ads pay on number of photographs being used. Well-reputed magazines pay nearly Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per photograph.

A large number of organizations have established their business by setting up Call Center for development of business whether Telecoms or Banking. Mostly the BPO’s have been established in metros and other big cities in India. Only youngsters are appointed for BPO jobs and they get very handsome packages. Because of this industry institutions have started training programmes for developing skill for speaking English correctly including Accent. BPO offers different services like- Customer Support, Data Entry, Data Conversion, Employee IT help-desk, Insurance, Online Research and Form Processing services, Scanning OCR with Editing & Indexing, Telemarketing and Technical Support are provided. Generally, every service is covered by this industry.

Qualifications and Eligibility for a BPO

An applicant needs to have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline irrespective of any sex and age to start this BPO career. Moreover, one should have proficiency in English Speaking, Cool Temperament and Positive Attitude. Apart from all these traits, one must have the stamina to work for long hours, even in night shifts. As the profession is so dynamic in nature, applicants should have calculative cum analytical mind along with the ability to handle critical situation tactfully. The opportunity can be multiplied if someone is fluent in French, German and Spanish languages.

Required to work in a BPO for: -

• Better communication skills
• Capacity of tackle tough and difficult situations, without getting irritated with positive attitude to convince people
• Computer Knowledge
• Good Sound Quality
• Good proficiency in English Grammar or some other Foreign Languages
• Jobs need the require, added value of Technical and Commercial area catering for an MBA, MCA, or a CA CFA, Lawyers, Researchers, etc. will demand functions
• Leadership qualities in Managerial and Operational skills
• Proper discipline to regulate the internal biological clock, as one must to work in shifts
  

Now a day, there many reputed institutes, offering training for the interested young generation, though almost most of the BPOs themselves provide initial training to the new joiners.

Career Prospects in BPO

Candidates with Graduation in any discipline can enter the BPO companies. You do not have academic expertise. No specific age bar. As because of an excellent work environment, high pay package, pick and drop facilities, and as most of the BPOs provide in-house training sessions hence undoubtedly the career attracts most of the youngsters. Attractive life style and flexible time for working fascinated maximum people.

There is an opportunity and scope at every step in this profession, to grow from a CCE (Customer Care Executive) to become a Team Leader, Project Leader or Manager, Training Manager and this list could be long. Today the BPO sector has expanded to such an extent.  With the new call center opening, existing ones especially of its branches spread across the country mainly are in big cities like Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Mumbai. It is no more restricted in providing fewer services, rather there are hundreds of value added services like data analytics, legal process outsourcing, healthcare, insurance, retail, hi-tech manufacturing, energy and utility and resource planning for global corporations.

Job Prospects in BPO

BPOs are today the most booming industry and thus offering huge openings around the globe. Some of the most prominent companies on giving jobs are-

• Convergys
• 24/7 Customer
• Daksh e-Service
• EXL
• Genpact
• GTL Ltd.
• HCL Technologies
• HTMT
• ICICI Onesource
• IBM
• MphasiS Corporation
• Sutherland Technology
• Tracmail
• vCustomer
• WNS Group
• Wipro Spectramind
• Zenta and hundreds of few more.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of BPO

Several times Call center, itself, providing training to his newly appointed staff  to progress their soft skills and provide them with computers for better adaptability. In addition, there are many prestigious institutions who are providing training into a BPO. These are-

• American Express Global Service Center, Mathura Road, New Delhi (www.americaexpress.com)
• Convergys, DLF Atria, DLF City, Gurgaon, Haryana (www.convergys.com)
• Daksh e-Services, DBS Business Centre, World Trade Tower, Barakhamba Lane, New Delhi. (www.daksh.com)
• GE Capital India, DLF Corporate Park, DLF Qutub Enclave, Gurgaon (www.gecapitalindia.com)
• HERO Mindmine (www.heromindmine.com)
• Hughes Software Systems (www.hss.hns.com)
• Mahindra BT (www.mahindrabt.com)
• Quadrangle, Sector-5, Noida (www.quadranglesearch.com)
• Reliance Infotech www.reliance.net.au
• Spectramind, Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi (www.spectramind.com)

Remunerations in BPO

A fresher can expect to get a salary ranging between Rs 8,000 to Rs 15,000 per month whereas, a Team Leader can earn around Rs 26,000 per month. As we know, the more you work, the more you become experienced. And experience always pays. Those are in Managerial posts can earn Rs 5 lacs to Rs 8 lacs yearly along with incentives and other fringe benefits such as- Health support and Insurance covers covering Parents, Spouse and Children.

The KPO industry is progressing rapidly in India mainly due to Cost Saving. Easily availability of well-trained manpower, efficiency in operating, improved quality, enhancement of already established relations are also some of the reasons for its expansion in India. In India, a large number of educated people can handle this work after research successfully. Proficiency in English is necessary for right communication. More or less KPO and BPO are as in both the fields work for round the clock in shifts is required to be done by forming the team. Research and Development is a part of KPO although the KPO term includes a large no. of fields whether Medical Science, legal, Business, Property etc.

Qualifications and Eligibility for a KPO

Candidates wish to work with this sector should have a strong Science background with effective communication skill and confidence. Again, some companies prefer professionally qualified applicants with diverse academic background, and the categories could be – Architects, Chartered Accountants, Doctors, Engineers, Economists, Journalists, Lawyers, MBAs, PHDs and Teachers.

As the profession is highly potential, it requires advanced analytical and technical skills; able to make presentable reports; conceptualization and theoretical knowledge. Moreover, there are many reputed institutes providing training courses.

Career Prospects in KPO

Undoubtedly, the job openings are proportionately increasing 70% of the 3-lakh jobs created with the growth of the sector, according to NASSCOM. Now, the sector could be divided into innumerable segments where specialists can work, such segments are like-

• Advanced Web Applications
• Animation and Design
• Business & Technical Analysis
• Business and Market Research
• Data Analytics
• Educational Services
• Financial Services
• Health Services
• Intellectual Property & Research
• Legal Services
• Learning Solutions
• Market Research & Data Analytics
• Medical Services
• Network Management
• Pharmaceutical and Biotech R & D
• Research and Development
• Training and Consultancy
• Writing & Content Development and hundreds of more areas to explore.

Even one can work in abroad also after gaining a good experience in own country. Moreover, there are many consultant firms and agencies those provide placements to the interested and of course deserving professionals.

Job Prospects in KPO

In India KPO industry is widely adopted and developing rapidly. Many people are develops their job career in the KPO sector. Job prospects in countries like India, China, Ireland and others, are more because of availability of technically educated and talented workforce. At present, India is emerging as a hub for the KPO companies. Some of the most prominent KPO companies today are:

• Copal Partners
• 24/7 Customer
• Evalueserve
• EXL Service
• Genpact
• ICICI One Source
• Pangea3
• TechBooks
• Ugam Solutions
• WNS and etc.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of KPO

In India, few Institutes have started courses to train professionals to teach to work in the field. One such institution is Ekcelon, located in Bangalore.

Remunerations in KPO

The pay package depends upon the highly qualified and much on performance of the individuals. A fresher may earn monthly between Rs 7,000 to Rs 12,000 in this sector. And after getting experience over 4 years one can expect to earn around Rs 4 Lacs to Rs 6 lacs annually which can jump on to as high as Rs 15 lakh to Rs 20 lakh in few years time.

Apart from this, there are lots of fringe benefits are available. As the KPOs are providing an attractive remunerations, large mass of intellectuals are thus magnetizing towards this sector. Even qualified and experienced professionals can apply for USA or some other countries where the pay package would much higher.

Radio Jockeys or popularly called “RJs”, they basically anchor music programmes on radio. But the task is not so simple! Actually they entertain listeners by playing music or even conveying messages in a most attractive and sophisticated way as possible. Their daily activities also include playing songs on listener’s request, interviewing guests, managing different contests, providing information on weather, music, and traffic and on countless subjects.

Every successful RJ has his or her unique voice. And an aspiring candidate must possess an eagerness and enthusiasm to learn all the time. It’s better to listen carefully towards the listeners, what they are saying or asking, handling their critical questions calmly and lot many techniques to be followed.

Qualifications and Eligibility for a Radio Jockey

Anyone under 35 years can be a Radio Jockey. As the field is purely talent based, the candidate requires huge ability to hard work, should have an extreme presence of mind and effective communication skill. No formal training is required though Bachelor’s degree is the bench mark for certain radio channels. Often 10+2 candidates are hired by private channels.

Other essential traits apart from a good voice, one should have good command over language, proper voice modulation, good sense on sound & music, good diction, good sense of humor and last but not the list is proper pronunciation. And if you have a box of innovative ideas, then this field can be yours. Staying updated is crucial for a RJ.

An aspiring candidate must listen radio a lot, how a RJ handles a call, how a RJ interacts, how a RJ handles awkward questions, how to handle tricky comments of the listeners.

Career Prospects in Radio Jocke

There are various job opportunities increases for Radio Jockeys. The selection of a RJ is highly competitive and is given in-house training for 2 months on everything from CD Players to mixers to Digital Audio Technology. The job of a Radio Jockey is of diversifying in nature. They may work in different radio stations. They can further explore their career as a voice-over artist in radio & television. They can do anchoring for live shows in television; can lend voice to audio magazines and documentaries. Majority of the software companies prefer professionals with experience of 2 to 3 years.

Job Prospects in Radio Jockey

The success of a Radio Jockey depends on the presentation and originality to attract the listeners. They even require handling sound equipments and computers. The job of a Radio Jockey is of diversifying in nature. Radio Jockey’s first choice to work in AIR (All India Radio), then second choice is other independent radio stations like- Times FM, Radio Mid-Day and so many. They have large number of job opportunities both in India and abroad.

They can be host or anchor of a show. And their responsibility may include selecting music, scripting, presenting shows and should be aware of latest songs and movies. However there are two ways to get the entrance into this profession, one is by audition and another by approaching software producing companies.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of Radio Jockey

Radio Jockeying is fully based on a talent, so there is no formal training is needed in Radio Jockeying. One needs to have the exposure only to develop the confidence and flare in this field. However, in the field of RJ only a few Institutions offer specific courses and most of them started by the well Known anchors.

These are the Colleges/Institutions/Universities offering courses in Radio Jockey are:

• EMDI Encompass Institute of Radio Management, Mumbai
• Xavier Institute of Communications, Mumbai
• Academy of Radio Management, Delhi
• Take One Academy of Broadcasting, Chandigarh
• Xavier’s Institute of Communication and Film and Television Institute (FTII), Pune
• The British council
• National School of Drama, New Delhi
• Young Men’s Christian Association

Remunerations in Radio Jockey

In the open-air waves, Radio Jockeys are in high demand in the Private Sector. Beginners can expect to earn around Rs 7,000 to Rs 15,000 monthly, while the Government of India has allowed 20 percent FDI in the Broadcast Media. Moreover, a good grip over any foreign language will help to earn from abroad. Another well-paid and good option is Radio Broadcasting on the Net, where one can earn up to Rs 40,000 to Rs 50,000 monthly.

For sponsored shows, companies may pay Rs 1400 to Rs 2500 per show. After gaining experience a RJ may earn between Rs 15,000 to Rs 85,000 monthly. Apart from being a RJ, one can also earn by doing AD commercials and their voice-overs for TV and Radio Advertisements can earn more. They may get Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000 per hour by doing shows for the Indian Diaspora on Foreign Radio.

These days’ doctors are unable to fill up the medical records of their patients. Therefore, the Medical Transcriptionists are doing their job with the help of modern technology.

Qualification and Eligibility for Medical Transcription

Some basic criteria needed for getting the job of Medical Transcription are– excellent quality English knowledge, ability to understand and follow American accent properly, and detailed knowledge over Medical Terminology. Sufficient training is also required to do the job properly.

Undergraduate or graduate in any discipline can apply to study Medical Transcription. Various institutes in India now offer diploma degree in Medical Transcription and its courses is not so very high. The duration of this course study varies from 4 to 5 months. One important thing in this regard is if the candidate has completed Graduation in English and has enough comprehension skill, then earning training, oriented course in Medical Transcription will be beneficial to become successful as Medical Transcript.

Career Prospects in Medical Transcription

Health-care and Medicine is the second largest industry in US and have the prospect of growing largely within the next few years. Thus the need of good quality Medical Transcription professional will become higher and higher. Therefore, it is undoubted that the profession shows a great potentiality to grow in the near future.

Job Prospects in Medical Transcription

As Health-care and Medicine is one of the second largest growing sectors, you do not have to worry a lot regarding the job prospect as a Medical Transcriptionist. Completing the degree students are hired as trainees in transcription agencies. Earning sufficient knowledge you also have the option of building up data transcription or call centers based on Medical Transcription.

Getting a diploma or equivalent degree in this field you can chose to work at various hospitals as their Medical Transcriptionist or work in Doctor’s Chambers or insurance company, attorney’s office, or a company marketing medical products or even you have the option to work in medical book publishing companies.

Some of the companies of Medical Transcription are–

• Drish Infotech Limited
• Focus Infosys
• Induj Infotech Ltd.
• ISA Softtech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
• Lloyds Medical Solutions Private Limited
• Pioneer Transcription Systems
• Spheris India Pvt Ltd.
• Transcript Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
• Webcom Infotech Ltd.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities of Medical Transcription

These are the Colleges/Institutions/Universities offering courses in Medical Transcription are:

• Academy Of Medical Transcription, New Delhi
• Bajaj Institute of Information Technology (BIIT), Unit No-1, 1st Floor, C-4E Market Janak Puri, New Delhi 110058
• Indian Institute of Medical Transcription (IIMT), H-15, South Extension Part-1, New Delhi 110049
• Karltech Medical Transcription Pvt. Ltd 344 Block II, Ganga Shopping Complex, Sector 29, Noida, (Uttar Pradesh)
• KITCO, 4, Amrit Nagar, South Ext. 1, New Delhi 110003
• MDS Infotech LTD, B-219, Saraswati Vihar, Pitampura, Delhi 110034
• Medical Transcription Education Center, H.O. 245-B (3 rd Floor), Main Road, Sant Nagar, East of Kailash, New Delhi 110065
• Meditransindia (MTI), 29/1, Ashok Nagar, Jail Road, Tilak Nagar Circle, New Delhi 110018
• Shivam Institute of Medical Transcription (SIMT), D-53 Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-1, New Delhi 110020

Remuneration in Medical Transcription

As a trainee in the field of Medical Transcription, you have the potentiality to earn stipend of Rs. 2500 to Rs. 5000. After completing the training period candidates can earn the salary of Rs 5000 to Rs. 7000 per month. Minimum six months training can help you earn Rs. 10,000 per month. There is no doubt that higher experience would increase your salary structure gradually around Rs.12,000 per month. As an editor or proofreader, you can earn Rs. 30,000 or more per month in this field.

This is undoubted that Medical transcription is immensely growing field in the present job market. Besides getting high salary, you have the facility to perform a stress free job along with a healthy environment to enjoy your daily work.

Today’s life-style accessories, in modern times it has become essential to use costume include jewellery, apparel ornaments, hair ornaments, leather wears (i.e. fancy footwear, belts, buckles, handbags, wallets, hats, gloves, etc.), fancy rings, watches, mobiles, glass products, ties, gift-ware, tableware, silverware, including hundreds of other fancy items which are commonly used in the drawing room and bed-rooms. Now-a–days the utility-based products have become essentially a part of designs of life style to enhance the quality of life. They have been transformed from mere household products to a fashion statement for this generation.

Auxiliary items that can compliment one’s product are like party items, candles, cosmetics, fancy stationery, exclusive souvenirs and others.

Qualification and Eligibility for Accessory Design

The eligibility and requirements for admission in Accessory Design varies from one institutes to another at undergraduate level and post-graduate level courses. But one thing is very prominent that the interested candidate should inherit natural talents and qualities to complete the program successfully and not only that one should possess that eye for details and colors, creative mind, design ideas, passion for fashion and of course technology oriented attitude. Another most important quality is that an Accessory Designer always possesses that an excellent communication skill to articulate one’s ideas and to understand his or her client’s choice or requirement.

There are several types of diploma, advanced diploma and certificate programs are available. If someone is aware of CAD (Computer Aided Design) can easily apply for different Accessory Design & Technology courses at Post Graduate level. Before one become a name to reckon with, it’s better to prepare with tons of hard working.

Career Prospects in Accessory Design

The career in Accessory Design gives plethora of opportunities to work in costume, jewelery, leather-wear, glass, gift-ware, and metal-ware industries. Today a large number of MNCs is hiring staff designers and small firms generally work on order from different fashion houses or wholesalers and retail outlets. Designers can work independently as self-owned enterprises.

Job Prospects in Accessory Design

As in the fashion industry, accessory designer is highly demanding, fast growing and covers a vast area; one can work with a leading Fashion Designer after choosing the area of specialization and a freelance to a fashion designer. If you want to work in this field, at first you should familiar with the products, quality of products, price tags etc. and watches regular fashion shows to know the coming of new trends and relate yourself with these new fashion trends.

After all, nothing can compare with the joy when one’s creation is appreciated for its unique style and finish. Today, Accessory Designers share equal space in Page 3.

Colleges, Institutions and Universities for Accessory Design:

These are the Colleges/Institutions/Universities offering courses in Accessory Designing are:

• Aalisha Polytechnic, New Delhi
• Appeejay Institute of Design, New Delhi
• Arch Academy of Design, Jaipur
• Creations – the School of Design and Technology, Pune
• Design & Innovation Academy (DIA), Noida
• Gemstones Artisans Training School, Jaipur
• Gemological Institute of India (GII), Mumbai
• Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council, Jaipur
• Indian Diamond Institute, Surat
• Indian Gemmological Institute, New Delhi
• Indian Institute Of Gemology, New Delhi
• Jewellery Design & Technology Institute, Noida
• Jesani Institute, Mumbai
• Jewellery Product Development Centre, New Delhi and Mumbai
• National Institutes of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in New Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai
• National Institute of Jewelery Design and Technology, New Delhi
• Pearl Academy Of Fashion, New Delhi
• Polytechnic for Women, New Delhi
• South Delhi Polytechnic for Women, New Delhi
• Shinghar Institute, Kolkata
• Small Industries Service Institute, Chennai
• SG Jhaveri Center for Diamond Technology, Mumbai
• S.N.D.T. University ( Women College), Mumbai
• St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai

Remuneration in Accessory Design

The income range is varied depending on field of expertise, specializations, skills and experience. Overall, the career in Accessory Designing is highly remunerative in the global market. The monthly income a fresher could range between Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000 per month. While working with exporting houses and big MNCs could extend the salary figures along with numerous fringe benefits and incentives. As an independent designer, one can earn even more depends on their skills and popularity.