US may allow foreign students to stay for 6 years after degree

If American corporations can't hire H1-Bs, they can hire H1-wannabes

That in essence will be the outcome of the Obama administration's move to allow tens of thousands international students to stay on in the United States for up to six years after they finish their college degree.

The far-reaching proposal, which will be of interests to a large body of students from India who come to the US for higher education, comes amid continuing resentment in some American quarters about "low-wage" foreigners taking up jobs as illustrated in the fracas at Disneyworld, where native-born US workers, seen as opponents of free trade, are fuming about being displaced by guest workers from India in a trend broadly known as outsourcing, leading to tension in the world's best-known amusement park and an icon of Americana.

On Thursday, the anti-outsourcing brigade, gathering steam in an election season and supported by US lawmakers who back their protectionist stand, persuaded the US Labor Department to open an investigation into two India-based firms, Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), for alleged violations of rules for visas for foreign technology workers under contracts they held with Southern California Edison, an electric utility. As in the case of Disneyworld, the power company is said to have laid off hundreds of US tech workers after they were forced to train workers from India under the H1-B visa program for guest workers.

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First choose career, then pick course and college

Before choosing a course, a student must decide on the career he or she wants to pursue. For example, if one wants to go for media, one follows nomenclature and goes for BMM instead of trying to find out about the skill set required for a career. BMM is a good course, but one can also opt for arts and do English, psychology and sociology. Media requires good communication skills, good writing skills, and an in-depth knowledge of society. 

Students should opt for colleges that provide the specific skill set for a career. They have a faint idea about one or two careers. They don't look for careers, but courses. Many take admission in engineering and then pursue a management course. In a management institute, 80% students have a science and technology background. Why is a graduate in chemical engineering selling garments? 

Then, if I've decided to choose engineering, which field do I want? Mechanical, software or hardware ? It should not come down to: if I don't get computer science in BE, I'll do chemical engineering, and so on. 

Instead of BE for four years, one could do B.Sc in IT for three years. Perhaps the best course for a career in computers is a B.Sc in Math, physics and statistics. It gives the logic required for computer programming.

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To recommend a appropriate career our expert counselors conduct Career Assessment Test through which they get a detailed report on Individuals interest, their strengths and weaknesses which is explained thoroughly to the student and parents and three best career option is been recommended.

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10 Benefits Of Studying Abroad

Ask anyone who went studying abroad and they will all tell you- Hell ya!! Definitely do it!
Studying abroad is one of the most rewarding and life changing experiences a student can have. You are not only learning academically, but you get the opportunity to learn to stand on your own feet, freedom to make your own choices, absorb a different culture and pretty much learn a new way of life. 




1. STUDY ABROAD ENHANCE YOUR ACADEMIC SKILLS
Studying abroad presents you with the opportunity to gain experiences a classroom setting can never provide. It is a chance to expose you to different styles of education. You get to learn a subject/major from a different cultural perspective giving you extensive knowledge on it. You can take courses that are not normally offered in your home country or other than your specialty. You could maybe do a minor in another field or add another major.


2. STUDY ABROAD IMPROVES ON YOUR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND GET READY FOR AN INTERNATIONAL WORKSPACE
Studying abroad at a location, which is a global hub for your interested field, could provide you with great opportunities such as learning from the best of experts and gaining some incredible work experiences.

With world globalization and the requirement of international interaction, studying and living in a foreign country, absorbing a new culture, maybe learning a new language could give that extra edge and set you apart from thousands of job applicants. Potential employers look quite highly on international exposure, as the students are independent, display diversity and are more adept to new challenges and difficult situations.

If you are looking to settle abroad or are keen to work in another country, a local education there could definitely be of help as well.


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Tips For Career Selection After Board Exam Results

It is vacation time for most of the school- going children, but for students of 10th and 12th standards, the time has arrived to take a vital decision. One of the most difficult questions every youngster has to face in life which career to opt for? The answer simply lies in what you want to pursue all your life. One can achieve success in work only if he enjoys it. In the past, a child never really had the freedom of choice and had to adhere to his parent’s preference. With the change in time, have the circumstances changed too? Earlier, there were limited career options but now there is an upsurge of alternatives in every field, be it science, commerce or arts. Of late, there has been a swell in the number of career counselling centres as well, who guide your child to the right path. In such a scenario, who should have the final say?
Some students consider parents’ views to be a key factor in decision making. Nerul resident Ananaya Dey, who is currently preparing for her CET exam said, “Parents will always think for the benefit of their child. They are much more experienced than us and know what is better for us.” But majority children are of the option that they must be given the right to select a profession of their interest. 

Supporting this view, Ayushi Raj, a standard 10 student said, “An individual knows where his interest lies and what his capabilities are. May parents wanted me to pursue engineering but I aspire to become a doctor. I want to do what I believe in and I have my parents’ full support.” 

There is said to be parental pressure on children to conform to career choices as they wish their child to fulfil their dreams. But in today’s scenario, parents have become more liberal and thoughtful of their child’s wish. Anita Hingnekar wanted her daughter to opt for science stream but her (daughter’s) desire was to pursue commerce and she stood by her decision. Anita said, “It’s not us but the children who have to study the subject. So we must be considerate and support them.”

In times of uncertainty, parents also let children consult career counsellors to get a professional take on which field to pot for. Salma Prabhu, a leading counsellor suggests, “Along with personal interests, it is important to get a scientifically proven result that helps high light the qualities of a child and assist in choosing a suitable career.” Shivangi Thakur, a 12th standard student from Nerul who has had counselling experience said, “Because of the innumerable options available, I was confused in the beginning as to which vocation should I go for. Consulting counsellors surely helped me get a clear idea but it didn’t influence my decision wholly.”

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How to Choose a Right Career?

Things have changed so much in the last couple of years. Its no more about just getting a graduate college degree, finding a job and then working your way up for pretty much most of your professional life till you retire. Today’s young professionals are easily shuffling between careers, companies and industries throughout their career. 

There are innumerous choices available making it quite an overwhelming process to choose a suitable career. 

So how do we know what career is the right one for us?

Obviously everyone wants to be successful but finding a Right Career or job that is meaningful and brings you happiness is of equal importance. We spend so much of our time at work. There are times when we are even thinking about work when we are back home. Therefore something that seems mundane, unsatisfying, and repetitive just won’t cut it after a while. You’re more likely to succeed if you find your career rewarding and feel passionate about it.

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Which MBA programs can you apply to if you do not have work experience?

Which MBA programs can I apply to if you do not have work experience? This is a we are been asked fairly often – and in fact just spoke to some one on this very topic. 

So what are your options?

1. HBS 2+2 program:
You apply to HBS in your junior year at college. If you get get accepted then after your graduate you will go into your 1st summer program at Harvard. This will be followed by go two years of approved work experience. After the 1st year of work experience you attend your 2nd summer program at Harvard. Once you have completed your work experience you immerse yourself in two years at the Harvard Business School MBA Program.

2. Yale Silver Scholars program:
Each year Yale SOM admits a select handful of college seniors to a three-year MBA program called the Silver Scholars Program. The program provides the unique opportunity to enter an MBA program immediately after your undergraduate education. The program was created in 2001.

As a Silver Scholar, you will spend your first year at Yale developing the basic skills and mindset of a manager through SOM’s core curriculum. During the second year, you will complete a full-time internship. In your third year, you will return to campus for the conclusion of the MBA program, taking electives at SOM and elsewhere at Yale in the areas that most interest you. You can only apply if you are a college senior.

3. Apply to programs that are more open to college seniors or early career applicants:  

These include Stanford, MIT, Chicago, CMU, UCLA and Simon Rochester.
Options don’t stops here, their quiet more.
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Ramdhar Maheshwari Counseling Centre (RMCC), one of the most prominent Overseas Counseling Centre in association with AP Guru world’s finest coaching provider have been consistent in coaching and developing study materials, methodologies and systems for students to achieve the best results in preparation tests like SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL and other accepted international entrance tests.

RMCC provides a friendly, professional and confidential service to address the academic and career development needs of the students from Pre Primary to post Graduation. Our services include, Career Guidance and Counseling, Study in India or Abroad Counseling, Preparatory Exams and Admissions.

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Which MBA programs can I apply to if you do not have work experience? This is a we are been asked fairly often – and in fact just spoke to some one on this very topic. 


So what are your options?
1. HBS 2+2 program:
You apply to HBS in your junior year at college. If you get get accepted then after your graduate you will go into your 1st summer program at Harvard. This will be followed by go two years of approved work experience. After the 1st year of work experience you attend your 2nd summer program at Harvard. Once you have completed your work experience you immerse yourself in two years at the Harvard Business School MBA Program.


2. Yale Silver Scholars program:
Each year Yale SOM admits a select handful of college seniors to a three-year MBA program called the Silver Scholars Program. The program provides the unique opportunity to enter an MBA program immediately after your undergraduate education. The program was created in 2001.

As a Silver Scholar, you will spend your first year at Yale developing the basic skills and mindset of a manager through SOM’s core curriculum. During the second year, you will complete a full-time internship. In your third year, you will return to campus for the conclusion of the MBA program, taking electives at SOM and elsewhere at Yale in the areas that most interest you. You can only apply if you are a college senior.


3. Apply to programs that are more open to college seniors or early career applicants: 
These include Stanford, MIT, Chicago, CMU, UCLA and Simon Rochester.
Options don’t stops here, their quiet more.



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Ramdhar Maheshwari Counseling Centre (RMCC), one of the most prominent Overseas Counseling Centre in association with AP Guru world’s finest coaching provider have been consistent in coaching and developing study materials, methodologies and systems for students to achieve the best results in preparation tests like SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL and other accepted international entrance tests.


RMCC provides a friendly, professional and confidential service to address the academic and career development needs of the students from Pre Primary to post Graduation. Our services include, Career Guidance and Counseling, Study in India or Abroad Counseling, Preparatory Exams and Admissions.


Join RMCC for an EXPERT CONSULTATION TO HELP SELECT WHATS

BEST FOR YOU..!!
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Women and the MBA : Change in management demographics across geographies

Hello readers! Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! We are back with another series of posts this week and this time we’d be looking at ‘Women and the MBA’. To date we have found that there remain some myths and pre conceived notions attached to the female demographic in the MBA domain and in the mind of the average person, business schools are still associated less with women than men in a lot of South Asian countries, especially places like Thailand, Vietnam and of course, India. However, we are trying to bust some myths in this series and this is the first one of those myths. So, if you are one of the people who think on similar lines, then you might be in for a pleasant surprise. 

Let’s see why! There has been something of a paradigm shift in the global MBA demographic trends from 1980’s and early 90’s. This is substantiated if you look at the statistics; at top international business schools, on average, women now constitute 35% of an MBA class as compared to about 20% in 1989. While 35% is still a minority share, what’s encouraging is that more and more women are preparing for MBA admissions processes than ever before. Also, this is happening in big way in the geographies that one did not earlier associate with such trends. If you were to look at specific business schools here, then the Wharton Business School leads the pack with 40% of its entire MBA population in the class of 2012 being women. What’s more, together, these students represent a total of 68 countries.

When one talks about countries where there are more women who are preparing to take the GMAT than men, the immediate guesses would generally have been countries such as the U.S., Canada or maybe the UK.   Therefore, it should come as quite a revelation that in fact, more women than men are taking the GMAT in China, Russia, Vietnam and Thailand and this embodies a huge wave of change across the world where more and more women are choosing Management as a career option over previously preferred occupations for women in Asian countries like teaching, administrative work or becoming a home maker. Over a quarter of a century ago, most women in these developing countries  who are now looking at entering B-schools were not even born, and their parents perhaps did not foresee that their girl child would be sitting across a computer taking English-language standardized tests, in her endeavour to go overseas for a Management degree and subsequently a management career.

So why is this happening? Of course, the female empowerment movement across the world, the emphasis on equality of sexes, not just in the west, but in the eastern world too is likely a key reason; and increased exposure and opportunities have a lot to do with this change. However, there is another factor  that has contributed to this trend; that top B-schools  & organizations around the world are realizing that there is a set of qualities that women unusually posses which in some cases make for better manager and more efficient leaders. Women are universally known to be more well organized, more patient, with better people skills and more composed at times of taking important decisions- all qualities required for a good management student & professional.

Judy B. Rosener was one of the first people to observe this in her revolutionary & path breaking article titled ‘Way women Lead’ published in the Harvard Business Review in 1990. In the article Judy says, “The women’s success shows that a non–traditional leadership style is well suited to the conditions of some work environments and can increase an organization’s chances of surviving in an uncertain world. It supports the belief that there is strength in a diversity of leadership style.”


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Is it okay to quit my job before I apply to Business School?

A few potential applicants have asked me whether it is okay to quit their job before applying to Business School. And of course the answer is that it ‘depends’ on why you are taking time off and what you plan to do in that time. Before taking time off examine your reasons for doing so, consider what you will do during your time off and think about how an admissions committee may view this break in your career.

In general, most of the reasons I hear are not good ones and may actually raise questions about your abilities. Let’s examine a few reasons and see why they may or may not be a good idea:

1. ‘I need to study for the GMAT’

I would not suggest taking time off to study for the GMAT, even if you have a high pressured job and are having difficulty finding time to study for the GMAT. Most people who are applying to business school are working in demanding jobs. Hence, if you quit your job to study for the GMAT, you may look like you are unable to handle pressure. Admissions committees will then wonder whether you can handle the intense environment that typifies most business schools. It’s much more advisable to give yourself (a) a longer period of time to study (b) try to see if you can take short breaks from work to study. For example take a week of vacation – combined with a weekend at either end it will give you a solid 10 days of focussed study time.

2. ‘I hate my job, and I plan to quit to go to Business School anyway – why not quit now’

In this instance it may seem compelling to quit your job; however it’s important to remember that getting into Business Schools requires you to demonstrate your unique skills and achievements in your application. So if you quit your job and start focusing full-time on your application, you will have fewer instances to showcase your skills and achievements at the workplace – for both your written application and your interview. It will of course raise the same questions as described above with regards to quitting your job to focus on the GMAT.

3. ‘ I want to change jobs, and now seems like a good time to do so’

If you are planning to change jobs then think about what new skills and responsibilities this new job will give you. For example, if your new job provides you with more leadership responsibilities, a greater breadth of experiences or more depth of experience then that in fact could be a very good reason to quit your job. It will be important for you to also assess whether or not this new job change seems logical in light of your goals and reasons for going to business school.

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How to prepare for GRE? – A step-by-step Guide

 
GRE- Graduate Record Examination

Planning to go for your Masters abroad? Most graduate schools require you to take standardized tests, the most common being GRE and GMAT.

All these years, students who are applying to business school or planning on taking up a management program have been taking the GMAT, while most other programs require you to usually take the GRE. Things have changed a bit now and most business schools also accept GRE, giving you the choice of which test to take, making it important for you to choose the right test that plays to your strengths.

GRE                              VS                             GMAT
Accepted in most graduate schools and an increasing number of business schools.	Accepted in most business schools.
Consists of: Analytical section-75 mins (this including two essays) 2 Verbal sections- 30 mins each 2 Quantitative sections- 35 mins each Experimental section- 30 mins (either math or verbal)	Consists of: Analytical section- 30 mins (one essay) Integrated Reasoning section- 30 mins Quantitative section- 75 mins Verbal section- 75 mins
Costs- $195 Computer/paper based	Costs- $250 Computer based
Time allotted to take the test is 3+ hours	Time allotted to take the test is 3.5 hours
Scores are valid for 5 years	Scores are valid for 5 years

Besides these there are also some other differences between the two standardized tests.

The GRE’s verbal section focuses more on vocabulary while the GMAT’s focal point is more towards grammar, logic and reasoning skills, making the GRE favorable towards students with a strong knowledge of English. Your math abilities also play an important factor in deciding which test to take. The GRE emphasizes on quick number sense and number manipulation while GMAT requires you to create a systematic approach in order to answer word problems.

If you are still confused its best to take a practice test for each exam so you know which test is more suited for you. Also do not forget to check the website of your desired universities to make sure you are taking the right test.

Also you can take the GRE test once in twenty-one days, up to a maximum of five times within a year from your first GRE testing date.

GRE Test Dates and Registration

The GRE is administered at prometric test centers, throughout the year, in almost all major cities in India.

To make it in time for your application deadlines, make sure you choose a date well in advance. It usually takes approximately two weeks for your GRE scores to reach your desired universities. You are allowed to choose four institutions to send your GRE scores to as a part of your test fee. These will be chosen on the day of the GRE test.

Also you can take the GRE test once in twenty-one days, up to a maximum of five times within a year from your first GRE testing date.

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Indian employers see overseas graduates as more job-ready

Employers in India believe foreign university graduates have better technical skills for jobs, according to the India Employability report unveiled by The British Council.

The research surveyed 200 foreign and Indian companies on ascertaining the attractiveness of Indian and foreign university graduates for jobs on parameters such as skill-sets, availability and quality of talent pool. It revealed that 39 per cent of the respondents deemed far more graduates from foreign universities as better prepared for the job than those from Indian universities, perceiving them to require lesser extensive training, according to 14 per cent of employers.

Rob Lynes, director of the British Council spoke about the findings.

Please explain the key findings.

This report is looking at employability of Indians in general. It is about what young people need to do to get jobs. The report looked at particularly those who studied in India or overseas and tried to assess whether the latter have an added advantage. With 200 respondents, it's not a huge corpus to look at, but what the report does say is that some employers feel those who have studied overseas are better prepared for the job market. And this could be attributed to exposure, critical thinking abilities and better understanding of business concepts. These were employers who hired students with overseas experience. I guess it doesn't make them better employees but gives them something extra. Even in the UK, we encourage people to get some exposure overseas. This is the first time we have looked at elements like employability in context of the Indian market.

What are the concerns regarding overseas education?

This report is looking at employability of Indians in general. It is about what young people need to do to get jobs. The report looked at particularly those who studied in India or overseas and tried to assess whether the latter have an added advantage. With 200 respondents, it's not a huge corpus to look at, but what the report does say is that some employers feel those who have studied overseas are better prepared for the job market. And this could be attributed to exposure, critical thinking abilities and better understanding of business concepts. These were employers who hired students with overseas experience. I guess it doesn't make them better employees but gives them something extra. Even in the UK, we encourage people to get some exposure overseas. This is the first time we have looked at elements like employability in context of the Indian market.

How are training interventions for institutions and companies panning out in India?

Soft skills are critical communication presentation skills, and these are essential for any job. Students may be academically brilliant but if you cannot communicate and engage you'll find it difficult to survive. The British Council works broadly with 12 states in India. We train the trainers to teach language. We've had tie-ups with companies and higher institutions looking at soft skills training. There is a demand for that in India.

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5 STEP APPLICATION GUIDE FOR POST GRADUATION ABROAD (MS / MBA / PHD)

Every year, an increasing number of students decide to go abroad to pursue higher education in postgraduate courses. Doing your post graduation internationally has many benefits as it makes you stand out, enhancing your knowledge, skills and qualifications, taking them to the next level. It internationalizes your CV making you seem more attractive to many multinationals recruiting all over the world. A lot of employers are hiring people with an international outlook as they are more aware of other cultures, making them work better with different people from various parts of the world.
1. The initial planning stage:

• There are a number of postgraduate programs to choose from. Therefore, it is important to first decide the kind of program that works for you. Obviously the course has to be of interest to you, but also do consider your strengths as a student. Do your research well and if required take help of a professional who can help, guiding you in the right direction. Make sure the course that you have in mind is accredited, as it establishes the quality of the program. Lastly, do think long term about the industry you want to work in and make your decision accordingly.


• Where you choose to study is very important as well, as it has a direct impact on your experience. A post graduate degree from a highly ranked university will look great on your CV for sure, but do not forget to check individual department rankings.
  Do choose a country/ university that take care of your needs. Do you want to live in a big city or a small town would do? Do you want to live on a large campus? There are many things you need to consider such as language, culture, food, student life, etc. All of this will play a very important role on your entire experience and future possibilities.


• Deciding when to go is the next decision that needs to be taken. There are two semesters in a year. Fall (August/September) and Spring (Jan/Feb/march), the fall semester giving you a higher chance of getting admission as the availability of programs is greater than in spring.


• Tuition fees can get very expensive although they greatly vary depending on the country you choose on. Make sure you not only take into account your course fee but also your day-to-day expenses, including rent, travel etc. This will help you to make an informed decision.

2. Pre-required tests:

Most graduate level courses require you to take an entrance test. These usually vary from country to country, although a language proficiency test is usually enough. Please make sure to check your school website to make sure of your pre- required tests. Most standardized tests also require your passport so make sure it is ready.

• GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) is one of the most widely accepted graduate entry-level exams, in most English- speaking countries such as the United States and Australia. It is not often a required test in the UK. (Note that many universities may also ask you to take a subject-specific GRE.)
  Most universities set their own score requirements for the test scores, the average in the US being 3.0-5.5 for the writing section, 154-163 for verbal and 157-167 for the quantitative section.


• GMAT (Graduate Managements Admissions Test) is a standardized test for students seeking admission for graduate studies in business schools. Many schools in the US, Canada and Australia require you to take this test and include the score as part of the application process. The average score to get into a top-level business school is 718 out of a maximum 800.


• TOEFL/ IELTS are two of the main language proficiency tests in English you can opt for either of it.

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