Dated 15th Aug, 2001

I am a Botany graduate and want to do MSW (Masters in Social Work). Which are the premier institutes offering MSW, and what is eligibility criteria for the course? I have heard that most of the institutes have an admission test. How can I contact these institutes?

Kurtz,

Via Email

Some of the universities that offer MA (Social Work) are: Agra University, Agra, U.P. 282004. Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi, U.P. 221002. University of Lucknow, Badshah Bagh, Lucknow 226007. University of Delhi, Delhi 110007. Jamia Millia Islamia, Mohammad Ali Jauhar Marg, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi 110025. Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, Haryana 132119. Rajasthan Vidyapeeth, Udaipur, Rajasthan 313001. Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Post Box No. 8313, Sion-Trombay Road Deonar, Mumbai 400088. Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, A.P. 530003. Nagarjuna University, Nagarjuna Nagar, Distt. Guntur, A.P. 522510. Karnatak University, Pavate Nagar, Dharwad, Karnataka 580003. University of Chennai, Centenary Buildings, Chepauk, Triplicane PO, Chennai 600005. Madurai-Kamaraj University, Palkalai Nagar, Madurai, Tamil Nadu 625021. Pondicherry University, R Venkataraman Nagar, Kalapet, Pondicherry 605014. To seek admission into any postgraduate course, you have to qualify in the entrance test conducted by the university. Graduates from any discipline are eligible to take the course. You can write to the respective university for further information.

I am a 12th standard student and keen to pursue my career in genetic engineering. What is the scope of the subject in India and abroad? Also suggest the names of institutes offering the courses.

Ajita Singh,

Jharkhand

There is an increasing demand for genetic engineers in India as well as abroad. Genetic scientists study how traits and characteristics are transmitted through the generations, and how genetic disorders are caused. Their research is not just limited to researching the causes, but in discovering potential cures as well. Genetic engineers are mainly absorbed in medical and pharmaceutical industries, the agricultural sector, and the research and development departments of the government and private sectors. Though a very rewarding career option the world over, it is a promising field in India. The following are the some of the universities, which offer genetic engineering- Jawaharlal Nehru University, Indian Institute of Technology (Kharagpur and Delhi), University of Calcutta, Birla Institute of Technology (Pilani Rajasthan), University of Lucknow and the Jadavpur University. You can write to them for more relevant information regarding the procedure of admission.

I am a 19-year old undergraduate and want to do modelling. Please list the name of the institutes offering a course in modelling and the eligibility criteria and mode of admission into these institutes.

Ravi Pant,

Uttranchal

Training in modelling is offered by many modelling schools. However, these schools can only hone or develop what is already inherent, not create what is not. It is not necessary to attend expensive modelling courses, although it might help in deportment and personality development, which are important determinants of success in the modelling world. Modelling schools, mostly run by former models, part-time or full- time are help to train aspirants. Delhi is one of the cities where modelling schools have come up. Platinum Models, Rainbow Enterprises, Rashmi Modeling & Film Society and La Modelle, New Delhi. To enter the field men should be at least 5'10' tall, with clear complexion, good carriage, well-proportioned physique, even teeth and good hair. Your attitude, self-confidence, determination and stamina are also important in determining how far you go and how long you last in the field. For further information correspond with the respective institutes.

I am a XII std student and wish to take up naval architecture. Please tell me about which college/university offers this course. What are the career prospects after completing a diploma from the Institute of Shipbuilding at Goa?

Sheikh Yunoos,

Latur

The goal of the naval architecture technology programme is to prepare students for careers in the shipbuilding and boat building industries without limiting their options. Besides traditional shipyard/boatyard positions, students find employment with government agencies, consulting engineering companies, surveying and quality control. Some students find employment with offshore-related industries etc. Andhra University, Visakhapatnam; Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi; and Indian Institute Of Technology, Kharagpur, and Madras offer a B.E and B.Tech in naval architecture. A graduate course is always preferable to a diploma as it carries greater weightage in the long run.

I am studying B.Tech (Civil) and want to take up M.Tech. in remote sensing. Kindly list the institutes which offer remote sensing and procedure to seek admission.

Yadav,

Kanpur

The Anna University and the Institute of Remote Sensing, Chennai; Andhra University, Visakhapatnam; B.M. Birla Science & Technology Center, Jaipur; Birla Institute of Technology, Ranchi; Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay; IIT, Kanpur; Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad; J.N.T.U., Hyderabad; Regional Engineering College, Warangal; Bharatidasan University, Trichunapalli and the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (National Remote Sensing Agency), Dehradun are some of the institutes that offer a master's degree (M.Tech) in remote sensing. You need to qualify in the entrance test conducted by the institutes to avail a seat. For further information correspond with the respective Institutes.

Kindly let me know the institutes conducting CRM (Customer Relation Management) courses and what are the career and, growth prospects.

Rahul,

Via Email

Since CRM is a relatively new field, it is difficult to draw a detailed career graph of a CRM professional. However, it is one of the hottest methodologies in the job market. With almost all the leading companies in the world implementing CRM solutions or planning to do so in the near future, CRM has got good scope in the near future. As CRM (Customer Relationship Management) is a very new concept, there are still very few institutes in India where specific CRM courses are available. Some centres that offer this course include NIIT, Aptech and Sapient College, Mumbai and Bangalore.

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