Namita S.

Hi, I have appeared for my final year B.A (Political Science) exams, and awaiting for the exam results. I'm looking for job and confused what kind of job to look for. Can you please suggest?

A degree in political science opens avenues for quite a few job positions like : 1. you can go for one year diploma in journalism and join media. 2. you can pursue B.ed and try for teaching at school level 3.You can pursue MA and qualify UGC-NET and after getting enrolled in Ph.D, try for academics: assistant professor or Research field. 4.Competitive Exams one can prepare for any competitive exam like PO, SSC, Clerical positions and try for bigger exams like UPSC civil services, provincial services of the particular state (PCS) or M.B.A if you are keen to pursue management and business . 5.Public Relations 6.Join any policy analysis think tank organisation 7.Law 8.NGOs related to policy implementing, awareness generating, data collection, surveys 9.International Organisations like UN, WTO Each topic I have listed here have number of sub fields to choose. These are just broad areas. Just listed few here, there are many more… There can be various options, however its of prime importance that you build clarity around your own career objectives , what you like to do, your strengths and priorities at the moment. You may seek assistance from a Career Coach to seek further guidance and support in this context through focussed sessions around your strengths and career objectives. We also conduct such sessions online and on phone. All the best in your career selection ! Regards Namita Sinha

I have completed my BSc (CS) and post that I have wroked for Infosys Bpo (1.5 Years) and after that I made a mistake and joined an institute and started working on Biometric system and its been around 3years. Now I find no growth here and I want to switch back to an MNC, and I get interview calls but when they come to know that I am working in an institute then they dont call back. Now I am totally confused what to do.

Dear Deep, Greetings ! At the outset, let me comment that it's good you are clear on your choice that you wish to switch job and seems you are further sure that you wish to join an MNC. This is the first welcome step since it shows your clarity and determination towards your goal. I wish to further share with you that most MNC and other companies look for a lot of skills and attitudes in prospective candidates other than the last company worked. It’s a mix of technical and soft skills that are normally considered by most Employers. Hence do not consider that your present organisation is the whole sole reason for you not getting the right opportunity. Infact you can look at cashing on the experience of all your current and previous jobs by highlighting the skills you have learnt there in your resume and during an interview. Use those experiences to also showcase your versatility, they can also support the fact that you can handle change and come out better. They prove you can dive into new things which is a great trait to have in a candidate , when every organisation is grappling with changing landscapes and therefore needs employees who can survive and evolve well in times of change and uncertainty. So do not shy away from any experience, rather use them as a source of confidence. Further, you must research well about the organisations where you are applying, your resume should be customised to highlight those qualifications and skills which are closer to the Company’s requirements. You may also research on the internet or take help of a Career Coach to design your resumes and prepare yourself well to talk about how you can be a suitable candidate for a particular job in an impactful way and to make a good first impression, even when contacted on phone or email. I am sure you will find your dream job sooner than later, till then keep your focus on these efforts and simultaneous learning and performing well at your current job as well, a good reference from your present Employer shall help. In due course of time, it may show you new avenues too within and outside your current organisation.Also keep building up on your networking, all the best ! Warm Regards, Namita Sinha