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Before you choose a course to pursue, consider these points:
1. Think of your own priorities. 2. Have an Open Mind so that you can examine alternatives. 3. Do a SWOT Analysis (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat, Analysis) of yoru situation. 4. Ask around - go to people who are already into the Profession. 5. Do a Proper Research on every possible path and every education provider (reviews, ratings etc.)
If you want to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree Course, the minimum eligibility you need is 10+2. Popular Streams available after 10+2 are
Arts stream Commerce stream Science stream
Arts Stream Once you finish your 12th Arts Stream you can take up any of the following courses
BA – Bachelor of Arts MA – Master of Arts B.ED – Bachelor of Education M.ED – Master of Education BSW – Bachelor of Social Work MSW – Master of Social Work M.Phil – Master of Philosophy P.hd – Doctor of Philosophy
Commerce Stream This is a useful steram for those who wanted to become Chartered Account, Professor, Bank PO, Teacher, Finance Manager, Bank Manager, Stock Broker, Marketing Manager, Economist, Cost Accountant, Accountant Executive, HR, and many more. The subjects you would study in the Commerce Stream include Business Studies, Statics, Economics, Mathematics, English, Computer, Accountancy, etc.
After finishing your 12th commerce stream you can go for any of the following courses
B.com – Bachelor of Commerce M.com – Master of Commerce BBA – Bachelor of business administration BCA – Bachelor of Computer Application BMS – Bachelor of Management Studies MBA – Master of Business Administration Bachelor in Economics CA – Chartered Accountant CS – Company Secretary And many more.
Science Stream There are two groups in Science Stream namely
Group A – Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry Group B – Biology, Physics, Chemistry
If you are good at Mathematics you can choose any of the following courses after 12th
BE ( Bachelor of Engineering ) / B.tech ( Bachelor of Technician ) ME ( Master of Engineering ) / M.tech ( Master of Technician ) B.Sc – Bachelor of Science M.Sc – Master of Science B.Ed-Bachelor of Education M.Ed-Master of EducationP.hd-Doctor of Philosophy
If you like / have been studying Biology you can join the below courses after completing 12th
MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery BAMS – Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery BDS – Bachelor of Dental Surgery B.Pharm – Bachelor of Pharmacy M.Pharm – Master of Pharmacy Nursing Veterinary Science B.Sc – Bachelor of Science M.Sc – Master of Science
Diploma in Engineering Courses after 10th There are Diploma in Engineering Programs of 3 years duration.
Electrical Engineering Chemical Engineering Metallurgical Engineering Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Information Technology Fabrication Engineering Automobile Engineering Biomedical Engineering Production Engineering Marine Engineering Aerospace Engineering Petroleum Engineering Mining Engineering
Diploma Courses Diploma In Engineering Courses Polytechnic Courses
Once, you complete the Diploma Program you can directly enter into the 2nd Year of your B.E or B.Tech. This ccheme is called Lateral Entry.
Medical Courses after Class 10th Here are ourses after 10th in Medical Stream.
Diploma in Rural Healthcare Diploma in Paramedic Nursing Pathology Lab Technician Diploma in Hospital Assistance Certificate of Nursing Assistance Diploma in Nursing Assistance
Paramedical Courses after 10th The courses last for 2 Years. Examples:
DMLT- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology DHFM – Diploma in Hospital Food Service Management DOT – Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology
Travel and Tourism Courses after 10th Standard Diploma in Food & Beverage Management Diploma in Nutrition Diploma in Hospitality Management Diploma in Hotel Stores Management Diploma in Food Technology Diploma in Front Office & Reception Management Diploma in Catering and Catering Technology Diploma in Restaurant & Hotel Management Diploma in Food & Beverage Production
ITI Courses after 10th Class ITI stands for Industrial Training Institute and there provide job oriented training programs. ITI Programs usually last for a year or two. However, the ITI course duration depends on the nature of the course.
Quantity Surveyor Data Entry Operator Laboratory Technician Hospitality Staff Fashion Designing Automobile Electrical Technician Denture Maker Facilities Management (old-age homes, hospitals, etc) Legal/ Para-Legal Assistant Photography Body & Beauty Care Logistics Assistant Nutrition Assistant Horticulture Baking & Confectioning Medical Technician Automobile Mechanical Technician Dental Lab Technician Caregiver Event Management Communications Equipment Technician Fireman and Disaster Relief Airline Steward/ Stewardess Mechanical Draftsman Welding Technician Food Processing Corporate Housekeeping Desktop Publishing Civil Draftsman Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technician Food Technician Chemical Plant Operator Floriculture & Commercial Landscaping Dairy Management Agricultural Farm Management IT and Electronics Maintenance
IT & Computer Technology Courses after 10th Class You can use these courses to get an entry-level job and with a little experience, you can opt for higher courses such as Diploma.
Certificate Course in Search Engine Marketing Diploma Computer Technician Diploma in Hardware Maintenance Certificate in Social Media Management Certificate in Search Engine Optimization
Indian Armed Forces Courses after 10th Soldier (General Duty) Soldier (Tradesman)
Computer Courses after 10th Class Basic Computer Course Course on Computer Concept Computer Programming Certification Course
Other Vocational Courses after 10th Vocational Courses are industry-specific courses that train students with the skills for a particular profession.
Banking and Financial Service Course DTP (Desktop Publishing) and Printing Technology Diploma in Insurance and Marketing Tourism and Travel Techniques Course Pre-School Teacher Training Hotel Operations Course Dental Technician Course
Short Term or Certificate Courses after 10th There are many certificate courses after the 10th. Examples:
Diploma in 2D and 3D Animation Diploma in Computer Applications Certificate Course in Graphic Designing Certificate Programme in MS-Office Certification Course in SEO (Search Engine Optimization) Certificate Course in Web Designing Certificate Course in Programming Language (JAVA, C++, PHP, SQL) Certification Course in ethical hacking Certificate in App development
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