Exploring the Growth and Opportunities in Sports Medicine and Physiotherapy in India
Sports medicine and physiotherapy are rapidly growing fields in India, as the country continues to develop its sports infrastructure and focus on […]
Author: Jay Rege
In 2005 Jay Rege, along with his wife Jothsna Rege, co-founded Academy One, a career guidance and study abroad counseling venture. Prior to co-founding Academy One, he worked as a software developer with HCL Technologies. He holds a computer engineering degree from Mumbai University and a MBA from the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University, USA. He has also been a visiting faculty at a few colleges where he teaches topics related to entrepreneurship.
The Top 10 In-Demand Jobs of 2023: An Overview of High-Paying Careers
The job market is constantly evolving, and new careers are emerging all the time. In this article, we will take a look […]
Unlocking the Potential of Sports through Data: Opportunities in Sports Data Analysis and Statistics in India
The field of sports data analysis and statistics is becoming increasingly important in India, as sports organizations and teams look to gain […]
Exploring the Job Opportunities and Advantages of Fluency in a Foreign Language
Learning a foreign language can have many career benefits, as it can open up a wide range of opportunities for individuals in […]
Is Biology your favorite subject ? Here are career options for you.
For students who have a natural inclination towards ‘biology’ as a subject, a question that often bothers them is “Which career can […]
How to become a Nutritionist/Dietician ?
If you are still in school/Jr. college, and wish to become a dietician or a nutritionist, it is recommended that you study […]
Potato Parcel – A crazy idea that worked :)
In May 2015 when Alex Craig saw a viral post of a potato with a postal stamp that was mailed to someone, […]
Astronomy – Where sky is not the limit.
Many kids are fascinated by stars, planets, comets, and other celestial objects. If you are one of those kids, then a career […]
A simple ridiculous ‘Million Dollar’ idea
In 2005, Alex Tew, a 21 year old business school student at the University of Nottingham, UK, was worried about his student […]
Careers in the Social Sector – It’s more than just social work.
Whenever I ask someone to look for employment opportunities in the social sector, I often get vague responses. Some say, “I don’t […]
SSC CGL Exam – Sarkari Naukri
Back in the good old days, a job was considered ‘worthy’ enough, only when it was a ‘sarkari naurki’ – a government […]
I don’t like Math, History, or Accounts – What do I do ?
Ask a 9th, 10th, or even a 11th class kid, what subjects he/she likes and in most cases you will draw a […]
Which career has the best scope in India and/or Abroad ?
” Which career has the best scope in India and/or Abroad ?” – I often get asked this question by parents (and […]
How to become a Journalist ?
Journalism is a very broad field and before you decide to get into journalism, it would be a good idea to get […]
Ethical Hacking – A specialized computing job
Spoiler Alert: If you think Ethical Hacking is a cool job, working for the cops and the government, tracking and countering computer […]
Careers that don’t require a bachelors degree
A parent called me a couple of days ago. Her concern was that her son although intelligent (well most mothers feel that […]
US Masters Fall 2020 Admits – Should you go this August, Defer your admission, OR take online classes?
Many who have received an admit for the Fall (Aug) 2020 intake from a US university for their Masters program, are still […]
BFA – Bachelors in Fine Arts – YES IT HAS A FUTURE :)
For all those budding artists and creative kids, pursuing a BFA (Bachelors in Fine Arts) is an excellent career choice. Unfortunately, for […]
ITI Courses after 10th/12th – Technical and Non Technical
For those who are not really interested in formal college education after their 10th or 12th grade, pursuing a skill based training […]
‘Rust’ – the new kid (programming language) on the block
Have you heard of Rust, the programming language? Well until recently, I hadn’t either. I always thought Python was the most popular […]
BCom Vs BAF -Which one is better ?
In the academic year 2003-2004, Mumbai University introduced the BAF Degree (BCom in Accounting and Finance). The BAF program is just an […]
Oceanography (Oceanology) – Deep dive into the ocean
By definition, Oceanography (also known as Oceanology) is the branch of science that deals with the physical and biological properties and phenomena […]
How to become an Actuary in India (Actuarial Science)
Actuarial Science deals with evaluating risks and maintaining the economic stability of insurance or financial organizations. Using Statistics, Mathematics, Probability, and Forecasting […]
Is MBA a good option for Legal Professionals ?
Legal professionals (LLB degree holders) after working for a few years, often wonder if pursuing an MBA would be a good career […]
D.Voc – An option for students after 10th class.
Did you know that after 10th class, rather than opting for the traditional Arts, Science, or Commerce field, students can opt for […]
What’s our obsession with exams? -MHA/UGC wants final term college/University exams mandatorily conducted by Sep 2020 – Is it really necessary?
Earlier in the month of May 2020, many universities and colleges across the country had decided to cancel the final exams due […]
Becoming a Radio Jockey – Its more than just Yap Yap Yap :)
You think you can talk? – with alacrity and confidence? – both sense and non-sense? Well, then there are several offbeat careers […]
Product Design – A lucrative and emerging career option in India
If I were to list some of the emerging career options in Indian, a career in ‘Product Design’ would definitely make it […]
Impact of USA’s temporary ban on H1B visa on Indian students planning for their Masters in the USA.
On 23 June 2020, the US President announced that they would temporary suspend the H1B visa till 31 Dec 2020. You can […]
What can Indian colleges & universities do to enhance students’ overall educational experience?
Colleges and universities in India have the potential to do a lot more in terms of enhancing students’ overall experience, and it’s […]
Understanding the Top Global MBA Admission Process
In this blog, let’s briefly examine what Global top MBA programs look for in an applicant. Good Scores: To begin with, you […]
I have 10 years of experience. Can I consider going back to college?
After working for say 8 to 10 years, one typically gets this feeling of ‘hitting the glass ceiling’ . Your career growth […]
Job or further studies after graduation ?
“FINAL year, huh? What are your plans after graduation?” Every student gets bombarded with this question by family, friends, teachers and most […]
Is it worth pursuing a Masters’ degree abroad?
As a career counselor, I often get asked this question a lot – both students and especially by parents: Is it really […]
Career Options for B.Sc Graduates
For BSc graduates with a specialization in Math or Stats, the most recommended option would be MSc in Math/Stats MCA (Masters in […]
How to choose a ‘Business Analytics’ training institute in India.
If you wish to attend a classroom training program on Business Analytics in India, you would realize that there are plenty of […]
Career Options for B.Com Graduates
While the most popular option for B.Com is pursuing a CA (Chartered Accountant), CS (Company Secretary) or an MBA, here are some […]
Career Options for Bachelor of Arts (BA) Graduates
One of the most obvious option is to pursue your MA in the subject you specialized during your BA. Alternatively you can […]
Career options for any graduate
Irrespective of your educational background, here are certain options that any graduate degree holder can opt for. 1: Bachelor of Education (B.Ed): […]
10 Factors to consider while selecting the right MBA program in India.
With more than 3000 MBA colleges in India, choosing a right program is always a challenge. This is especially mind boggling when […]
Should I enroll in IB (International Baccalaureate) or an Indian Board (State board, CBSE, ISC/ICSE) after 10th ?
If you are confused on which board to opt for after your 10th grade, then answer is simple: If you plan to […]
Want to learn Business Analytics? – Here’s where you can start.
For those are not exactly sure what Business Analytics is, I would recommend reading a few articles to get a conceptual understanding […]
Future Career Opportunities and Trends in India
Apart from careers in medicine, engineering, accounting, teaching, and legal, if you are wondering what kind of jobs would see a increasing […]