Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Career in Media Industry
Scope of Media Industry in India
According to the market analysis and research, Indian media industry has projected size of 7.7 billion US$. Moreover, it is estimated to be over 18 billion US$ by 2012.The television sector has a 42 % share and print media has 30 % share. The Indian entertainment industry is one of the fastest growing in the world giving 1000 films per year. It is the largest output by any media industry in the world.
Raised regulations, quality content development, competitive pricing, increased consumer base and significant marketing, creative use of technology and work effectiveness are the key drivers of Indian media industry. Because of varied structure and root presences, many media companies in India have grown up speedily and are recruiting newer young talent for increased efficiency and creativity. Because of this starting a Career in media industry is the latest trend among many youngsters in India. The strong influence that media holds over people's life has also attracted many to start a career in Media.The business opportunities in Indian media and entertainment industry are enormous. There is untapped potential along with the good creativity talent. In addition, good economy, FDI inflow, higher per capita income are the main reasons, because of which new media industries are opening up, thus giving good Career in media industry. Some of the reputed media companies in India are- Times Group which owns Indiatimes, Filmfare, Planet M, Times of India and many other brands, Adlabs, Zeetelefilms, UTV, Nimbus Communications, Sahara Group, Mukta Arts, Shrinagar Group, News Corporation, Sony, Walt Disney, Sun Network, BMG, Universal, The Indian Express, Manorama etc.
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Sunday, November 9, 2008
You can prepare yourself to succeed in your studies.
#Center yourself around your values and principlesDon't let friends and acquaintances dictate what you consider important.
#Put first things firstFollow up on the priorities you have set for yourself, and don't let others, or other interests, distract you from your goals.
#Discover your key productivity periods and placesMorning, afternoon, or evening?Find spaces where you can be the most focused and productive.Prioritize these for your most difficult study challenges
#Consider yourself in a win-win situationWhen you contribute your best to a class, you, your fellow students, and even your teacher will benefit. Your grade can then be one additional check on your performance
#First understand others, then attempt to be understoodWhen you have an issue with an instructor (a questionable grade, an assignment deadline, etc.) put yourself in the instructor's place.Now ask yourself how you can best make your argument given his/her situation .
#Look for better solutions to problemsFor example, if you don't understand the course material, don't just re-read it. Try something else! Consult with the professor, a tutor, an academic advisor, a classmate, a study group, or your school's study skills center.
#Look to continually challenge yourself
Thursday, November 6, 2008
So You Have Graduated College, Now What?
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Why Study in the United Kingdom?
Here in the UK we have been welcoming international students for generations. We have long experience of looking after your needs, and will give you special support from the moment you apply throughout your time in the UK.
For example, your local British Council office or British Library will advise on where to find information about courses and how to apply. We find that the most popular subjects with Indian students are Business and Management Studies, Engineering, Information Technology, Medicine and subjects related to medicine, Law, Science and Technology courses and Art & Design courses. However, with courses on offer from Equine Studies to Video Games Technology you may find it difficult to choose!!
One question that I am constantly asked is "How much will a UK education cost me?" The answer? It costs less then you think!
The cost of an education in the UK consists of two areas: course fees and living costs.
Comparing course fees between countries is by no means a clear-cut process. But because courses in the UK are often shorter, the total cost of study can be lower. Shorter courses also mean students can realise their earning potential sooner than their counterparts elsewhere. All of which makes UK courses better value for money overall.
The information below gives a rough idea of annual overseas fees in the UK, but remember it is always best to check exact costs with the institutions you're interested in.
Universities
Undergraduate classroom-based courses £6,000 - £7,000Undergraduate laboratory-based courses £8,000 - £9,000Undergraduate clinical courses £16,000 - £17,000Postgraduate classroom-based courses £6,000 - £7,000Postgraduate clinical-based courses £16,000 - £17,500MBA courses £6,000 - £16,000
Further Education Colleges
Access Courses £3,750 - £5,500Further education courses £3,000 - £4,250Higher level courses (such as HNC/Ds) £4,000 - £7,950
The cost of living is not the same throughout the country. Generally, it is more expensive to live in London and the South-East of England, and cheaper in the North of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Average annual costs of living for a typical student in the UK are given below:
LondonAcademic year £7,300Per month £811
Outside LondonAcademic year £5,936Per month £659
It is also worth remembering that there are many benefits available to international students that can make life in the UK more affordable;
NUS DiscountsThe National Union of Students negotiate discounts on behalf of their members which Can mean up to 50% off anything from books, stationery and food to clothes, travel and entertainment.
Free Healthcare.All international students staying in the UK for a period of six months or more qualify for free healthcare through the National Health Service.
Part-time Work.If you want to earn extra money, you can work for up to twenty hours per week during term and full-time in your vacations.
So now that you know it is affordable your next questions are likely to be about the institutions themselves and what you can expect once you get to the UK.
Universities and colleges in the UK are increasingly international. When you study here, you are likely to find yourself meeting students from all over the world. More than ninety countries may be represented on campus and each student makes a unique contribution to the life of the institution, both academically and culturally.
You can see some of this diversity in the student societies established within students' unions, where those centred around religious or geographical themes are numerous.
Many UK universities and colleges have specialist international officers whose job is to provide support for international students. You can approach these officers for independent advice and information on almost anything, from accommodation through to how to extend your permission to stay in the UK.
Most institutions also arrange orientation programmes for new international students at the beginning of the academic session. The duration and content of these programmes vary considerably: some last only one or two days and others for a whole week. Typical elements include: a tour of the campus, an overview of the facilities and how to use them, explanations of the institution's rules, help with registering for your course, an outline of teaching methods, discussion of important aspects of life in the UK, and social events where you can meet staff and other students.
Once you've settled in, you'll find that the support continues. Advice on personal, financial, practical and health matters is always on hand, and at the end of course you can even seek advice from qualified career counsellors who will help you make a decision about your future career options.
If so, congratulations on the wise choice you have made - I can assure you that it is a good one!
So if you decide to join the thousands of international students in the UK in becoming the best you can be, congratulations - I can assure you that your decision is a wise one!
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Friday, October 31, 2008
MBA through Semester Mode Now
After getting members’ consent, the Vice-Chancellor R. Karpaga Kumaravel approved the resolution stating that MBA non-semester pattern would be changed to semester type. There were around 11,000 students for this course. The number of subjects, fees and scheme of examination would remain the same.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Sunday, October 26, 2008
A short list of frequently used acronyms and terms relevant to MBAs. AACSB – Stands for the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. The AACSB is a US-based non-profit organization that evaluates and accredits universities and schools, including business schools within and outside the United States.
AMBA – Also known as the Association of MBAs, a UK-based organization that offers accredits and approves high-quality MBA programs. The AMBA generally focuses on programs in the United Kingdom, but also evaluates international programs.
“B–School” – Often-used term to refer to business schools.
EMBA – Stands for Executive MBA, business programs that are designed for students with more business experience than students typically enrolled in traditional MBA programs.
EQUIS – The European Quality Improvement System (or Equis) is an agency that accredits European business schools. It is run by the European Foundation for Management Development in Brussels, Belgium.
ETS – Educational Testing Service, a US-based non-profit organization widely known for producing standardized exams such as the GMAT and TOEFL, which are common requirements for applicants to business schools in the United States and abroad.
FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid is a form submitted by students of US universities who are seeking financial aid from the US government. The FAFSA form centers around ascertaining a student's Expected Family Contribution (EFC), a figure that determines which need-based government grants and subsidized loans a student can apply for.
FIBAA – Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation, a private German organization that rates and accredits MBA programs in the three German-speaking countries of Europe – Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
GMAT – Acronym for the Graduate Management Admissions Test. Many business schools around the world require applicants to submit the results of the GMAT examinations as a criterion for admission to MBA programs. The test – composed of essay and multiple-choice questions – is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).
GPA – Stands for Grade Point Average, the most common quantitative measure of overall undergraduate academic achievement.
IELTS – International English Language Testing System, a common, English-language proficiency exam. Many English-speaking universities and business schools in Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa request that non-native English speakers submit satisfactory IELTS results when applying.
TOEFL – Stands for the Test of English as a Foreign Language. The TOEFL is a standardized examination of English-language proficiency that non-native English-speaking applicants must often take before acceptance to English-speaking universities. The test is administered by the Educational Testing Service.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Online Training For AMFI
GurukulOnline Learning Solutions (GOLS) has launched online training for AMFI (Association of Mutual Funds of India) certification recently. The course is offered at an introductory price of Rs 995 and anyone with 10+2 can enroll for this course.
This course will help students to pass AMFI certification test.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has made passing of AMFI certification (Advisors module) mandatory for any entity/person engaged in marketing and selling of mutual fund products and obtain registration number from AMFI. Firms and corporates will have to obtain certification of registration from AMFI and all employees of corporate distributors engaged in selling and marketing of mutual fund products have to pass the AMFI certification test (Advisors Module) and obtain registration with AMFI before canvassing business of mutual funds.
Interested candidates can register at www.fpvarsity.com and apply for the course and pay the fees online. GurukulOnline Learning Solutions’ Fpvarsity.com offers video based training (VBT), Web based training (WBT), live virtual classrooms, mock tests, academic support, online chat, message board, apart from giving, in its virtual training.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Online Education Used for College Classes
List of the 20 Best Universities and Colleges in the World:

1. Harvard University
- Country: United States
Harvard is the type of school that other universities aspire to become. It has a long-standing reputation as the best university in the world and is known for attracting talented students and faculty. Unparalleled academics and a huge endowment ensure that Harvard students have every resource they need to get a quality education.
2. University of Oxford
- Country: United Kingdom
The University of Oxford has been among the top universities in the world for more than nine centuries. The esteemed institution is at the forefront of learning, teaching and research and is a leader in many different fields. University of Oxford students represent more than a hundred and thirty nationalities.
3. Princeton University
- Country: United States
Widely considered to be one of the leading research universities, Princeton is one of the best places in the world to get an undergraduate education. It is the fourth-oldest college in the United States and has one of the best need-based financial aid programs in the country. Princeton students benefit from a wide range of academic and extracurricular resources.
4. University of Cambridge
- Country: United Kingdom
Cambridge is one of the oldest and most respected universities in the world. The university comprises 31 colleges and over 150 departments, schools and other institutions. Only the best and brightest study at Cambridge.
5. Yale University
- Country: United States
Yale University is one of the top undergraduate and graduate institutions in the United States and one of the best universities in the world. The faculty is made up of a diverse group of people who are leaders in their respective field. Yale only accepts talented or motivated applicants, ensuring that the students themselves are one of the school's biggest strengths.
6. University of Pennsylvania
- Country: United States
The University of Pennsylvania is an Ivy League institution that is best known for its outstanding Wharton School of Business. Penn has a world-class faculty and a history of innovation in interdisciplinary education. The students of Penn are a diverse group representing nearly every corner of the globe.
7. California Institute of Technology
- Country: United States
The California Institute of Technology is a world-renowned research university with a reputation for intense academics. The many generations of students and faculty have made important contributions in science and engineering fields. Cal Tech values students who are creative and intellectual.
8. Imperial College London
- Country: United Kingdom
Imperial College London is a science-based institution with a long-standing reputation as one of the best universities in Europe. The school's strengths include a range of academic activities and cutting edge research facilities. Students who attend Imperial College London hail from more than 110 countries and are considered to be some of the brightest minds in the world.
9. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Country: United States
Known as the East Coast Mecca of Engineering, MIT is a world-class educational institution. The nation's leading professors teach at MIT and include enough Nobel laureates to fill a small classroom. Students who attend this esteemed institution are some of the world's best and most creative.
10. University of Chicago
- Country: United States
Known as one of the world's greatest intellectual communities, the University of Chicago has had a legendary impact on American higher education. Their program is frequently copied by other colleges and universities. Professors at the University of Chicago are among the best in the world and students frequently go on to become leaders in their respective fields.
11. University of Tokyo
- Country: Japan
The University of Tokyo is one of the world's leading research universities. It has maintained a reputation for excellence for nearly 150 years and is well known for its rich and varied academic environment. Students who attend the University of Tokyo frequently go on to become leaders in government, business and research.
12. Duke University
- Country: United States
Duke University holds a top ten place in the United States and easily ranks among the best universities in the world. The private research institution is a mix of innovation and tradition and is well-known for its unparalleled academic excellence in the South. Duke students come from all over the globe and represent a variety of different backgrounds.
13. University of Hong Kong
- Country: China
The University of Hong Kong is the oldest and most respected tertiary institution in Hong Kong. The school recruits nearly 50 percent of their faculty from overseas and hosts the best and brightest students in Hong Kong.
14. University of California, Berkeley
- Country: United States
UC Berkeley is one of the top public institutions in the world. The school's academic programs are internationally recognized. The diverse student body attends 14 colleges and schools that are split into 130 academic departments and more than 80 interdisciplinary research units.
15. Columbia University
- Country: United States
Columbia University is among the top academic institutions in the nation. The school has cutting-edge research facilities and a reputation for being one of the world's most important research centers. Columbia students have conducted groundbreaking research in the arts, science, medicine and the humanities.
16. ETH Zurich
- Country: Switzerland
ETH Zurich, also known as the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, is an internationally oriented science and technology university that is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world. The school hosts students from more than 80 nations and is associated with 21 Nobel laureates.
17. Cornell University
- Country: United States
Cornell University's undergraduate colleges, graduate school and professional-degree schools offer more than 70 undergraduate majors and 93 graduate fields of study. Cornell students are a diverse group of people who benefit from the university's strong academic programs and varied resources.
18. Dartmouth College
- Country: United States
Dartmouth College is a premier Ivy League institution at the forefront of higher education. The elite school is known for its first-rate undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. Dartmouth admits applicants from all over the globe, but chooses only the most promising students.
19. University of British Columbia
- Country: Canada
The University of British Columbia is a research and advanced learning institution with an international reputation for excellence. UBC's campus is one of the most spectacular in the world and provides both students and faculty with unbeatable resources.
20. Australian National University
- Country: Australia
The Australian National University is consistently ranked among the top universities in Australia and is widely considered to be among the best public research universities in the world. The ANU campus has over 200 buildings and a high ratio of faculty to students.
Introducation

YQWorld - stands for Youth Quotient of the World. Young people are vibrant and unique personalities, and each has his or her own world to define.
Questions that often plague youngsters who have just finished school are universal. What should I do in life? What career path should I choose? What do I have an aptitude for? What kind of personality do I have? What’s the highest position in the corporate world that I could achieve? Can I pursue a career in something I love? What kind of future would that hold for me? What are my options?
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