Dated December 27, 2006
(Questions answered on career concerns)
What are the job opportunities for printing technology graduates?
Sudeep Dhar
Kanpur
Job opportunities for printing technology professionals are abundant The industry is adopting new technologies rapidly. With computerisation being adopted in most printing houses the need for professionals is constantly growing. A candidate with the appropriate qualifications and training will find openings in government sector, commercial, newspaper offices and publishing houses.
I have completed my II year BA (Hon) in 1999 from AMUwith Hindi, political science, philosophy, but I could not continue final year. Can I now complete my graduation?
M. M. Nazar
Aligarh
Most universities allow continuing of education even after a gap. There may be a specific rule as to how many years gap is allowed for AMU please check with the registrar's office. If you appeared through a regular college please revert to your college authorities, they will be able to provide all the information required.
My daughter is doing her II year B. Sc (CS). She has completed level three in Japanese language course. She has also passed ticketing in airlines course and has plans to take up theIATA course next year.She also wants to do MBA.. Could you please suggest to me the recognised universities which offers course regarding ticketing management preferably in Chennai and also the career opportunities after completing the course.
Sumathi Rajaram
Chennai
Ticketing is a very short course. The better option should be to move in to the tourism and hospitality industry by doing MBA in the related field. She should attempt to gain admission to a tourism and travel MBA. For example- Kerala Institute of Travel and Tourism offers a two-year full time programme, the Post-Graduate Diploma in Business Administration - Travel & Tourism, which is structured like an MBA degree. This course has been approved by AICTE and is recognised by Kerala university It consists of 25 subjects including specialisation in two subjects. The students also undergo training in agencies of the tourism industry for a period of two months. They are also taught foreign languages - French, German and Arabic
The course integrates academic knowledge of management studies with its practical applications in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. With the rapid expansion of the tourism sector, there is an increased demand for specialised personnel with managerial and leadership qualities. This course facilitates the all-round development.. Students can confidently take up a career within travel, tourism and hospitality industry.
Eligibility for admission is any graduate with 50 per cent aggregate. Admission is based on written test and interview. For details visit their official website www.kittstour.org
Also check out the courses offered by National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management (NITHM) jointly established by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and state Government of Andhra Pradesh. The Institute offers different courses in the tourism and related segments of management. For details visit their website www.nithm.ac.in
` What did you like/dislike about your last job? ' What is the interviewer trying to assess ?
Venkadakrishnan
The interviewer is looking for incompatibilities. Arguing about your likes and dislikes about a point with colleagues, will only weaken--if not immediately destroy— your candidacy.
Most interviews start with an introduction by the interviewer about the company. Pay attention: that information will help you answer the question. In fact, any statement the interviewer makes about the job or corporation can be used to your advantage.
So, in answer, you liked everything about your last job. You might even say your company taught you the importance of certain keys from the business, achievement, or professional profile. Criticising a prior employer is a warning flag that you could be a problem employee.
No one intentionally hires trouble, and that's what's behind the question. Keep your answer short and positive. The only thing your past employer could not offer might be something like "the ability to contribute more in different areas in the smaller environment you have here".
You might continue with, "I really liked everything about the job. The reason I want to leave it is to find a position where I can make a greater contribution. You see, I work for a large company that encourages specialization of skills. The smaller environment you have here will, as I said, allow me to contribute far more in different areas".
Of course, if you interview with a large company, turn it around. "I work for a small company and don't get the time to specialize in one or two major areas".
[The FAQ column deals with career concerns addressed to the C&K Management Ltd. P.O. Box 2178, Secunderabad 500003 or emailed to faqs@cnkonline.com]
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