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Q: I am a pass course graduate from Lucknow University, a diploma holder in computers from the institute, UPDESCO Lucknow, and have knowledge of Tally 5.4, 6.3, 7.2. I am also proficient in DTP (applications like Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop and PageMaker). I have worked in CMC Ltd, Calcutta and have work experience of five and a half months.
I am now doing a course in computers at the Indian School of Advanced Studies. In which field / sector should I apply to make the most of my profile?
Name withheld
A: Your diploma qualifications seem to be suitable for a job in the multimedia segment of the information technology industry.
The best thing for you would be to seek a job in a reputed information technology company that specialises in multimedia.
Q:I have been working with a leading insurance company for the past two years in the marketing department. I have done postgraduation in English and have an MBA degree in marketing and sales.
Is it possible for me to make a shift to the IT sector? Is thorough knowledge of software important to do so?
Will my experience in the insurance company be of any value? What other qualifications are required if I want to move to the IT sector now?
Name withheld
A:You don’t really need any additional qualifications to enter the information technology industry. It would be best if you tried for a job in the ERP segment of the IT industry.
Before you start sending out applications, however, you should think about taking a training course in any ERP module of your choice. You could choose to do a course in Oracle or SAP. Both are in great demand.
After completing such a course, making a switch to the IT industry will be a cakewalk.
Q:I completed my MBA in 2004 from an ordinary institution with a specialisation in marketing (major) and human resources (minor). Due to personal reasons I couldn’t start working then but now I’m keen on building my career. I am 28 years old.
I am principally interested in pursuing a career in HR, especially in the training aspect of it. What options do I have?
Luna,
Calcutta
A: Training is a very happening field today. But mere interest in the training field is not enough. To be a good trainer you have to be very articulate and very passionate about your chosen area of training.
If your interest lies in applied behavioural sciences, it would be a good idea to work with a reputed trainer for a period of time to understand the nuances of training.
You can also be a resource person for a small module in a training programme so that you are able to judge how acceptable you are to the participants.
It is also a good idea to hone your skills by taking a few sessions for management students in a reputed institution. This will also help you build your credentials.
The other choice you have is that of joining the training department of an organisation where you will have to co-ordinate training programmes and identify resource persons for the training. You will then be able to attend the training sessions and enrich yourself too.
Q: I am 42 years old and a commerce graduate. I have a total work experience of 17 years in audit and accounts, four years of which was in the audit profession. I have been working as an internal auditor in an established company for the last year. Please suggest a course, other than CA / ICWA, which I can take to improve my job prospects, particularly in MNCs or limited companies.
Name withheld
A: The best way for you to improve your job prospects would be to pursue a professional course full-time but age is not on your side. So, the second best thing would be to improve your educational qualifications by doing a relevant course from a UGC-approved educational institution.
It will be difficult to get the right kind of break in an MNC with only relevant work experience, no matter how long you have been working.
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