The document provides guidance on choosing an academic stream or career path after high school. It discusses the common perceptions and misconceptions that influence students' choices. The key points are: 1) Students often choose streams based on perceptions of intelligence, prestige, or family trends rather than their true interests and capabilities. 2) The intelligence levels and career opportunities are similar across streams. Humanities and commerce offer many interesting career options. 3) Choosing a career path should involve self-assessment of one's strengths, interests, and values as well as exploring options and taking guidance from experts. 4) A wide range of interesting career options exists within each stream, from various fields of science, technology,

1. CAREER PLANNING:CHOOSING THE RIGHT STREAM

2. Most students choose a stream because
of some general perceptions like…
• Requires high level of intelligence
• High prestige
Science
Commerce
• High scoring subjects
• Plenty of job opportunities
• An evergreen field
• Safe option
• Family trend
• Less competition
• Not good enough to study science or
commerce
• No hard work required
• At least attain a degree
Humanities

3. And also because of….
…their parents’ aspirations
…traditionally well known
professions in their society
…choice of their friends or relatives
…inaccurate, incomplete and biased knowledge

4. The facts…
The intelligence level of students studying Humanities
or Commerce is same as a Science student
The career options for Humanities and Commerce
streams are enormous.
Humanities is a wide field of study, with extremely
interesting and mind-stimulating career options.
All Humanities subjects are as scoring as Science
subjects

5. Don’t select a stream which has more
career options, rather choose the one
which maches your potential and
capabilities and will make you happy.

6. Decision Making-
A Three Step Process
Assess oneself
Explore career options
Take guidance

7. Self Assessment/ Introspection
Strengths
Interests/Likings
Personal Attributes
Values
Aptitude (Through Aptitude Testing)

8. Which one do you want to be- or ?

9. Exploring Career Options
Learn about various job
opportunities
Meet/speak to professionals
from different fields
Weigh pros and cons
Choose those which match
your interests and capabilities
Search for all information
about the options being
considered

10. Take Guidance
Ask for help and guidance from…
career experts/counsellors
teachers
those who are in the job or profession you are
considering

11. And finally…
Choose a stream that will make your
educational journey……..
Passionate
Interesting and
Successful

12. CAREERS OPTIONS

14. Science Stream – (Medical – BiPC)
Main Subjects
•Physics
•Chemistry
•Biology
•English
Optional Subjects
•Mathematics
•Psychology

15. Pathways to become a Doctor in India
School
Keen interest in
Biology &
Chemistry
You should be a
High Achiever
Preparation
Start Preparation
from class 9th
You should be a High
Achiever
Entrance
Exams
Appear for all
relevant entrance
National Level &
College Level Exams
like NEET, AIIMS,
JIPMER
UG
4.5 years of college
Cost: 1-3 Lacs in Govt.
College
In Pvt. Colleges – 3-5
Lacs + Donation
Internship
1 year compulsory
Internship after
college
In India, MBBS is
awarded after
completion of
Internship
Post-
Internship
Most students go for
Masters through a
very tough entrance
test
Post MD/MS you
become a specialist

16. Gastroenterology Dermatology Oncology
Cardiology Neurology Orthopedics
Urology Ophthalmology Etc……
Specializations Available

17. Career in Sciences – (Medical) –
•Agriculture
•Biotechnology
•Dentistry
•Dairy & Poultry Farming
•Defense Services
•Environmental Science
•Forestry & Wild Life
•Fishery
•Food Technology
•Food Production
•Forensic Science
•Genetics
•Healthcare
•Medicine
•Merchant Navy
•Marine Science
•Pharmacy
•Physiotherapy
•Psychology
•Veterinary Sciences
•Preservation & Post Harvest
Technology
•BCA – MPC / MBiPC / MEC

19. Bachelor of Science – Course Insights
B. Sc. is the most popular undergraduate course in India. Students with academic
background of Science at their 10+2 level can pursue this course in different
branches.
In this field of Science, students are taught to acquire higher level of understanding
using scientific analysis and application of scientific principles to solve various
scientific issues.
Eligibility
• 10+2
• Science Subjects
Course Duration
• 3 Years
• 4 Years (Honors)
Admission Process
• Merit basis
• Class 12th Marks

20. Science - courses
Science
Agriculture
Epidemiology
Bio
informat
ics
Biology,
Biomedical,
Life
Sciences
Forensics
Botany/
Zoology
Home
Science
Environ
mental
Science
Physics,
Chem,
Maths
Statistics

22. Science Stream (Engineering-PCM)
Main Subjects
• Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Optional Subjects
• Computer Science, Psychology, Business
Studies, Economics, Physical Education

23. Engineering in India – An Introduction
Engineering students are given lessons through experiments in the
laboratories, practical exposure, apart from the theoretical knowledge

24. Specializations in Engineering
Basic
Civil
Electrical
Mechanical
Chemical
Sectoral
Electronics
Material
Computers
Mining
Modern
Marine
Aerospace
Bio-chemical
Bio-medical
Latest
AI
Robotics
Nano-tech
Mechatronics
More than 100
Specializations are
available

25. Path to become an Engineer
Interest
Keen interest in
Maths & Physics
Preparation
Start Preparations for
Entrance Exams from
class 9th
Coaching
Coaching is highly
recommended
Scores
Take Maths, Physics
and Chemistry in
Senior Secondary and
score at least 85% and
above
Self
Assessment
Test Series and Full
Length Mock Tests
Appear for all the
relevant Entrance
Exams
1. Entrance Tests in
India
2. SAT/ACT and
IELTS/TOEFL – USA
3. IELTS - UK

26. Biomedical Engineering Cloud Computing Ethical Hacking
Animation
Automotive
Engineering
Actuarial Science
Web Technology
Plastics, Polymer &
Rubber Technology
Electronic Media
Alternate Careers in Sciences (PCM)

28. Commerce Stream
Main Subjects
• Business Studies, Accounts,
Economics, Maths
Optional Subjects
• Psychology, Information Practice

29. Careers in Commerce
•Actuarial Science
•Business Management
•Banking, Insurance
•CA, CS, CMA
•Corporate Finance
•Economics
•Forensic Accounting
•Event Management
•Corporate Law
•Hospital Management
•Hospitality & Tourism Management
•Portfolio Management
•Mass Communication
•NDA – Army Wing

30. Professional Courses along with Commerce
•Chartered Accountancy – CA
•Association of Certified Chartered Accountants – ACCA
•Company Secretary ship – CS
•Cost and Management Accountant – CMA
•Actuarial Science
There are various professional courses that you can take up alongside a
Bachelor Degree

32. Humanities
Main Subjects
• History, Geography, Political Science
Optional Subjects
• Economics, Psychology

33. Careers with Humanities
•Art & Design
•Designing & Advertising
•Cartoonist
•Education & Teaching
•Corporate Finance
•History
•Film making
•Fashion Designing
•Political Sciences
•Public Administrator
•Fine Arts
•Hospitality & Tourism
Management
•Interior & Exterior Designer
•Law
•Media, PR & Communication
•Photography
•International Relations

34. Design: About the Profession
Fashion Communication Industrial
Fashion Animation Products
Textiles Graphics Automobiles
Accessories Film-making Furniture
Jewelry Advertisements Interiors
What constitutes Design?

35. Which courses are best fitting you
I like writing blogs. I love Reading & Writing. I can
create stories and communication documents. I
am fascinated by the News or story the way it
gains momentum.
I like to collect and preserve important historic
documents, coins etc. I like interpreting past events. I
like to examine Earth and its land, features and
inhabitants
I am good at listening and logically thinking. I am
more towards debates, discussions and problem
solving. I want to serve the people and counsel
them for justice. I am a good Orator as well.
He can opt for Media
Communications, Journalism
and International Relations
He can opt for Law or Psychology
He can opt for History, Geography
or Environmental Science even

36. CAREER OPTIONS FOR HUMANITIES (Also
common for Commerce and Science)
ARMY
IAS/IPS/STATE GOVT
ADMN SERVICES
RBI
NABARD
LAW
BANKING
BANK PO
TOURISM
ANIMATION/FILM DESIGN
BBA/MBA
JOURNALISM
MASS COMMUNICATION
FASHION COMMUNICATION
FASHION DESIGNING
TEXTILE DESIGNING
INTERIOR DESIGNING
HOTEL MANAGEMENT
SOCIAL WORK
CONTENT WRITING
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
EVENT MANAGEMENT

37. CAREER OPTIONS FOR COMMERCE (Also
common for Science)
RBI
NABARD
ACTURIAL SCIENCES (MATHS)
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANCY
COMPANY SECRETARY
BANK PO
INVESTMENT BANKING
STOCKBROKING
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST
FINANCIAL ADVISER (GOVT
AND PVT COMPANIES)
BUSINESS POLICY MAKING
FINANCE
CIVIL SERVICES
ARMY
BBA /MBA
RESEARCH/ PHD
TEACHING

38. CAREER OPTIONS FOR SCIENCE WITH MATHS
DEFENCE SERVICES(ARMY, NAVY
,AIR FORCE)
B.E / B. TECH
ARCHITECTURE
AVIATION
STATISTICS
COMPUTERAPPLICATIONS
ETHICAL HACKING
MERCHANT NAVY
BSC/MSC
RESEARCH

39. CAREER OPTIONS FOR SCIENCE WITH
BIOLOGY
MBBS
BRANCHES OF MEDICINE LIKE
DENTISTRY, AYURVEDA,
HOMEOPATHY, ETC.
MICROBIOLOGY
BIOCHEMISTRY
ALLIED FIELDS LIKE
BIOTECHNOLOGY
HORTICULTURE
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
GENETICS
NEUROSCIENCE
FORENSIC SCIENCE
ENTOMOLOGIST
FOOD SCIENCES
NUTRITION, PHARMACOLOGY, ALLIED MEDICINE FIELDS LIKE
PHYSIOTHERAPY, CLINICAL
RESEARCH, AUDIOLOGY ETC
RESEARCH

40. JOBS ON RISE POST PANDEMIC 2021
Expertise Job Titles
Frontline Ecommerce Worker Supply Chain Associate, Package Handler, Personal Shopper
Health Care Supporting Staff Health Care Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant,
Home Health Aide
Business Development and Sales Professionals Sales Consultant, Sales Operations Assistant, Inbound Sales
Specialist, Strategic Advisor
Experts in Workplace Diversity Diversity Manager, Diversity Officer, Head of Diversity, Diversity
Coordinator
Digital Marketing Professionals Digital Marketing Specialist, Social Media Manager, Marketing
Representative, Search Engine Optimization Specialist
Education Professionals Teaching Assistant, Elementary School Teacher, Mathematics
Tutor, Curriculum Developer
Digital Content Creators Content Coordinator, Writing Consultant, Podcaster, Blogger
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41. Expertise Job Titles
Professional and Personal Coaches Career Coordinator, Life Coach, Fitness Coach, Business Coach
Specialized Engineers Web Developer, Full Stack Engineer, Frontend Developer, Game
Developer
Mental Health Specialists Behavior Therapist, Mental Health Specialist, Psychotherapist,
Mental Health Technician
User Experience (UX) Professionals User Experience Designer, Product Design Consultant, User
Interface Designer, User Experience Researcher
Data Science Specialists Data Scientist, Data Science Specialist, Data Management
Analyst
Artificial Intelligence Practitioners Machine Learning Engineer, Artificial Intelligence Specialist,
Machine Learning Researcher
Nurses Registered Nurse, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nurse
Practitioner, Intensive Care Nurse

42. UG Courses for Arts Students
1. BBA- Bachelor of Business Administration
2. BMS- Bachelor of Management Science
3. BFA- Bachelor of Fine Arts
4. BEM- Bachelor of Event Management
5. BFD- Bachelor of Fashion Designing
6. BTTM- Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management
7. Aviation Courses
8. B.Sc- Interior Design
9. B.Sc.- Hospitality and Hotel Administration
10. Integrated Law Course- BA + LL.B
11. BJMC- Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication

43. B.Tech, Specializations now include
•Automobile Engineering
•Civil Engineering
•Computer Science and Engineering
•Biotechnology Engineering
•Electrical and Electronics Engineering
•Electronics and Communication Engineering
•Automation and Robotics

44. Professional courses to pursue after 12th
1. CA- Chartered Accountancy
2. CS- Company Secretary
3. Bachelor of Design in Accessory Design, fashion Design, Ceramic Design,
Leather Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Jewellery Design
4. Bachelor in Foreign Language
5. Diploma Courses
6. Advanced Diploma Courses
7. Certificate Courses

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