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Hi,
Regarding preparation of CAT test I would suggest you to should start with self-preparation and stick to it for few weeks and revise your class 10 and 12th maths (CBSE/ICSE if possible) to strengthen your basics.
After few weeks of self preparation you may then considering joining some good coaching institute in your city which offers quality coaching for CAT test.
The number of hours that you are required to put in depends on your individual aptitude however it is always advisable for self study of 3-4 hours daily apart from coaching.
Regularly give mock test, based on your performance in mock tests you may know in area you are strong and in which areas you need more hard work.
After spending considerable time in preparation it would also be advisable for you to set a clear cut target about your aspirations, whether you are planning to take admission only in top 10 colleges or top 20 colleges or top 30 colleges. The target must be realistic based on your self-analysis your preparation and your confidence in yourself.
Some of the best institutes for CAT coaching are:
- TIME.
- Career launcher.
- IMS.
For information regarding more institutes offering quality coaching for CAT and various other management entrance test refer to the link mentioned below.
Link: https://testprep.shiksha.com/mba-entrance-exams-india-categorypage-14-47-1-0-0-1-1-2-0-none-1-0
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Hi Gaurav,
A career in Photography blends both artistic and technical acumen.
With the rapid growth of communication networks, explosion of the advertising sector and media communications as well as fashion boom, digital photography has become the modern version of this art form.
Different Photography Courses:
-Diploma in Photography
-PG Diploma in Photography
-Certificate in Photography
-Diploma in Fashion Photography
-Diploma in Tabletop Photography
-Diploma in Wedding & Event Photography
-Videography
-Workshop on Professional Model Lighting
There are workshops organised bu NICON School, which deals with different levels of specialization as follows:
-Basic Level
-Amateur Level
-Advanced Level
Photographers specialize in the following categories:
*Photojournalism
*Commercial photography
*Advertising
*Fashion
*Food display,
*Industrial photography
*Wildlife photography
*Aerial photography
*Scientific photography
Skills Required:
-Creative eye
-Patience
-Interest in visuals
-Dedication
-Strong visual power to capture a subject
-Attentiveness to color, shape and shadow
Top Institutes:
1. Indian School of Photography, Delhi
2. Udaan - School of Photography (it is in Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata) has great faculty. great exposure
3. National Institute of Photography (first certified professional institute in india).Mumbai. can learn from basic to advanced levels
4. Osmania Univ - 3 years Bachelors program in Photography, Hyderabad
5. Jamia Millia Univ. (Delhi) - 1 yr program in still photography etc.
Employment areas:
Photographers work with:
-Magazine and newspaper publishers
-With commercial photographers
-In their own studio
-Press & publishing houses
-Food product industries
-With food stylists
-Ad agencies
-Industries,
-medical institutes
-NGOs
-World organisations
-As freelancers
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Hi Ayushi,
A professional course in mass communication opens doors for a career in films & TV, publishing, public relations, journalism, editing, direction, filmmaking, scriptwriting, production, etc. In nutshell, Mass Communication widens up the horizon of career options for a person. Depending upon personal interest and inclination a mass communication professional can choose a job. Attractive and high paying jobs as journalist, actor, director, editor, screenwriter, RJ, producer, VJ are available to the talented and trained individuals.
Different Roles,Different Names
Following are the various job profiles offered to graduates in mass communication:
Fashion Photographer
Film Director
TV Correspondent
Producer
Radio Jockey/ RJ
Screenwriter
Sound Engineer
Sound Mixer and Sound Recordist
Special Correspondent
Video Jockey
Art Director
Editor
Event manager
Public Relations Officer
Columnist
Critic
Photojournalist
Cartoonist
Electronic Journalism
Print Journalism includes:
NEWSPAPERS:
Editors
Reporters
Proof readers
Correspondent
Tips for Getting Hired:
Besides pursuing a course from a mass communication institute, a candidate is required to possess certain skills or interests which help him get a job. Candidates who are interested to get into news media should have keen interest and sound knowledge of news and current affairs. Global perspective on various issues helps candidates in obtaining the position of reporter or journalist.
Similarly, those who are interested in electronic media are required to have practical knowledge on video editing. Most of the mass media training institutes offer internship programs with news channels or entertainment channels which help candidates get a job after completion of the course.
Top Companies
Hindustan Times Group of Publication
NDTV Network
Zee TV Network
Times of India Publication Group
Viacom
BBC
TV 18 Group
Big Entertainment and numerous others.
Top Institutes:
Symbiosis Institute of Mass Communication, Pune-411004
AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
Indian Institute of Mass Communication
Asian College of Journalism
BHU, Varanasi.
Xavier Institute of Communication, Mumbai.
Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, Bhopal
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Hi,
In order to become a commercial pilot you must have completed your Class XIIth under the 10+2 system or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks in Maths and Physics.
Training in commercial flying can be taken with Flying clubs, the Rashtriya Udan Academy, Private Flying academies.
The training goes through 3 stages of licence, the licences have to be procured in the following order:
1. Student Pilot Licence.
2. Private Pilot Licence.
3. Commercial Pilot Licence
After Class XI/XII (with PCM) students can apply for the SPL.
On passing Class XII (PCM) they may enroll for the next licence -PPL.
On getting the PPL training begins for CPL.
Details of the Licences:
Student pilot licence can be taken at flying clubs in every State. It is a theory exam.
Eligibility - Age of 16 years minimum and pass in Class X. A medical certificate of fitness, security clearance and a bank guarantee is required.
Selection - Candidates taking the SPL test have to appear in an oral examination on a fixed day every month. Candidates have to enroll a month before the examination. Selected candidates go through a medical test and the Pilot Aptitude Test.
Private pilot licence is a practical training. A total of 60 hours of flying is needed of which 20 hours minimum should be solo and 5 hours cross country.There is a theory examination also.
Commercial pilot licence requires flying training for 190 hours to complete 250 hours of flying.
Some of the best institutes to pursue commercial pilot training program are:
- Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Academy.
- Assam Flying Club-Guwahati.
- Flying Training Institute-Behala.
- Hissar Aviation Club-Hissar.
- Karnal Aviation Club-Karnal.
- Kerala Aviation Training Centre Civil Aerodrome-Tiruvanthapuram.
- Pinjore Aviation Club-Ambala.
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