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There is no particular information regarding the preference of Indian students in terms of sectors to work in part time jobs while studying at Mercer.  At Mercer, international students often seek part-time jobs in different sectors. Education and tutoring are popular choices, where Indian students with good academic backgrounds often excel as tutors. Customer service and sales roles, involving interaction with customers either in person or over the phone suit students with strong communication skills. Mercer also provides research opportunities, allowing students to assist professors or researchers, gaining valuable experience and potential course credit. Administrative and clerical roles offer opportunities to support departments with tasks like answering phones and data entry. Moreover, on-campus dining halls and cafes frequently hire student workers, providing flexible schedules and meal benefits.

In 2023, Mercer University was ranked as 1398th globally. In the United States, it is ranked 345th and did well in 75 research areas, making it in the top half. However, in 2023, Mercer's position in the US News & World Report National University Ranking went down from 162nd to 166th place. Mercer University offers many different programs and majors in various subjects. Some of its popular programs include Nursing, Engineering, Biology, Marketing, Psychology, Public Health, Accounting, Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance, and Human Resources. Mercer has paved long journey from its humble beginning to now a dynamic and holistic center of undergraduate, graduate, and professional studies.

Mercer University charges a bit more for staying on campus and meals as compared to other schools. Costs total to about $14,046, thus placing it in the top 30% of colleges. Living on campus with meals costs about $11,384, while living off-campus costs around $10,054. Other expenses for Mercer University include $6,580 for on-campus housing, $6,858 for on-campus meals, $1,200 for books and supplies, and $2,778 for other living expenses. The total cost for attending Mercer University, including tuition, room and board, books, transportation, and personal expenses, is $57,752. Some people think Mercer is a bit on the expensive side, but the financial aid office works hard to make it affordable. You can consider applying for scholarships to be able to afford studying here, look for on-campus jobs or internships and keep a track of your expenses to budget better.

There's no fixed passing score for the CFA Level 1 exam in India, or anywhere else for that matter. Instead, the CFA Institute uses a Minimum Passing Score (MPS) that varies from exam window to exam window. This means the bar for passing can shift slightly depending on the difficulty of the exam and the performance of the test-takers.

While the exact MPS remains confidential until results are released, historical data and analyst estimates can offer some guidance:

• Recent MPS estimates for CFA Level 1 in India:
  • November 2023: 68%
  • August 2023: 67%
  • May 2023: 69%
  • February 2023: 69%
• 12-year average MPS for CFA Level 1 globally: 65%

The certification from the CFA Institute holds global recognition in more than 160 countries. Upon completion of the course, a Chartered Financial Analyst can anticipate earning an annual salary ranging from INR 3,50,000 to INR 35,00,000. Graduates of CFA programs are frequently sought after for higher-level positions in the financial industry. Aspiring candidates looking to pursue CFA must meet specific eligibility criteria in advance. The section below outlines the eligibility criteria for CFA course colleges in India.

As a postgraduate certification, candidates are required to possess a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent (regardless of the discipline) before enrolling in a CFA course. Candidates in the final year of their bachelor’s programme at the time of CFA registration are also deemed eligible for the course. Candidates must have relevant work experience of no less than four years at the time of registration.

The qualifying criteria for CFA Level I remain largely unchanged under the new exam pattern implemented in February 2024. Here's a quick summary:

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent: This includes recognised degrees like BTech, BCom,  BBA, etc., or completed professional qualifications like CA, CS, CMA.
• In the final year of your bachelor's program: You can still register for the exam and complete the degree before taking it.

Work Experience (Optional):

• 4 years of relevant work experience: This can be in any field, but finance-related experience is preferred.
• Combination of education and work experience: You can qualify with a combination of education (1 year = 1,000 hours) and work experience (1 year = 2,000 hours) totaling at least 4,000 hours.

According to Banasthali Vidyapith overall and course-wise NIRF reports 2025 released,

As per the NIRF 2025 placement report under engineering caregory (UG - 4 year prgramme) of the academic year 2023-24 the number of students were 804 out of which 692 students were placed successfully. The median salary of the students was nine lacs fifty thousand per annum. 54 students were selected for higher studies. During the academic year of 2023-24 (PG 2 year programme), the number of graduated were 16 out of which 7 got placed. The median salary they got was eight lakhs twenty thousand per annum. 

The number of students placed over the previous years are presented below: