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● Am I excited to get into this field?● Am I good at it?● Do I have the required skills?● Do I have the required resources?● Will I be happy doing this after five, 10 or even 15 years?● Will I be doing this job even if I am paid less?● Discuss with your parents, Teachers and experts in your selected
field● IQ Test / Aptitude Test - www.mahacareermitra.in
How to select a career?Ask yourself these question
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Common mistake while selecting a career
Scenario 1 : Selecting a career based on your marksExample :
I am selecting Arts because I got 50% in my std 10 exams
Or
I am selecting commerce because I got 70% marks in std 10 exams
Or
I am selecting science because I got 90% marks in std 10 exams
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Common mistake while selecting a career
Scenario 2 : Selecting a career based on what your friends are doingExample :
My friend is going to take commerce hence I will also take commerce.
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Common mistake while selecting a career
Scenario 3 : Selecting a career blindly by listening to others.Example :
My uncle told me to take science, hence I will take science.
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Common mistake while selecting a career
Scenario 4 : Selecting a college rather than a careerExample :
I want to go to National college, I don’t mind whatever field I get
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Common mistake while selecting a career
Scenario 5 : Selecting a career because it will give me good moneyExample :
My neighbours son is earning 50k a month because he did engineering hence I will also do engineering.
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Common mistake while selecting a career
Scenario 6 : Delay in selecting a careerExample :
I will start thinking about my career after my Std. 10th results are out.
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Common mistake while selecting a career
Scenario 7 : Selecting a career because it is popular Example :
Because everybody is taking Engg. so I will also op for it.
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Skills you should aim to Hone
• Communication (Verbal / Non-verbal / Writing)
• Problem Solving Skill
• IT Skills (Basic IT applications like Word, Excel, PPT, Use of Internet etc.)
• Listening Skills
• Note Taking Skills
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Who should select Science?
• If you are good in Science / Maths• If you are interested in knowing How things
work• If you are interested in knowing Nature or
Natural phenomena• If you like to fix broken things • If you like to read, know about discoveries &
innovations
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Various career options in Science
Nutrition & Dietetics
Engineering
Packaging Technology
Food Processing
Medicine
Physiotherapy
Bio Technology
Artificial Intelligence Cosmetology
Astronomy
Optician
Forensic Science
Paint Chemical Expert
Merchant Navy
Environmental Science
GeologyAgriculture
Nursing
Medical Technology
Robotics
Poultry Farming & Animal Husbandry
Pharmacy
Dentistry
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Who should select Commerce?
• If you are good at maintaining Accounts• If you are good at maintaining records• If you are good in Management • If you like Maths and Economics• If you are interested in knowing How money
works• If you want to start your own business /
become an entrepreneur
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Various career options in Commerce
Computer Application
Financial Planner
Banking & Insurance
Stack Market Trader
Taxation
Human Resource
Investment Banking
E- commerce
Business Management
Portfolio Management
Office Management
Foreign TradeAccountancy
Chartered Accountant
Mass Media
Cost & Work AccountingApplied Economics
Company Secretary
Marketing
Hospitality
Tourism
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Who should select Arts?
• If you love learning about languages• If you love social Science• If you love learning about people & their
behaviours • If you love History or Historic events• If you are Artistic
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Various career options in Arts
Business Economy
Philosophy
Literature – Linguist
Law
Library Science
Fine ArtsPublic Administration
Psychology Sociology
Archaeology
Heritage Management - Curator
Architecture
Home Science
Creative Writing
Spatial Design Fashion & Textile
Journalism
Town Planning
Humanities
Anthropology
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Who should select Vocational Courses?
• If you love Technical programs• If you like Applied Science• If you are looking for short term job oriented
programs