The document provides information about career planning and studying overseas. It discusses factors for 10th and 12th grade students to consider regarding career choices and exams. It also outlines various undergraduate and postgraduate programs, countries for study, costs, intake months, and application procedures and deadlines. The document is from The Chopras, an education consulting firm that assists with career counseling, university selection, admissions, and other services for studying abroad.

1. Shaping Lives & Career!

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Where You Stand???
• 10th: Time to think about your Career Streams /
Choices
• 12th: Crunch Time – Your Grades will
determine the Course & College you qualify for
in India or overseas
• Competition Exams: Engineering, Medical,
National Defence Academy Exam, Chartered
Accountancy etc.

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Career Decisions – Basics
Professional Analysis
• Psychometric Profiling based on Personality
Tests, Aptitude Tests, Interest Batteries etc.
• Remember these tests are indicative and are
not gospel
• Decision should be a combination of self &
professional analysis
• Sensible Professional Discussions

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Bachelor Fundas
• Bachelor course should build strong foundation
rather than specializations
• For Instance: Maths, Sciences, Computer Science,
Economics, English Literature, Commerce,
History, Psychology, Sociology, Fine Arts
Then the opportunity to
• Specialize at Masters Level

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Country Choices
 Australia
 Canada
 Dubai
 Ireland
 Italy
 Malaysia
 New Zealand
 Singapore
 Switzerland
 United Kingdom
 USA
And Wherever There Is Quality Education

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“The Chopras” Services
 Career Planning
 Country Selection
 Course Selection
 University &/or Institution Selection
 Admission Formalities including Statement of
Purpose, References etc.
 Accommodation Arrangement
 Visa assistance
 Advice on Employment opportunities
 Advice on Migration opportunities

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Services Portfolio contd…
 Test Prep Courses- GRE, GMAT,TOEFL, SAT,LSAT
 Coaching: IELTS, Bank Loans
 Foreign Exchange
 In-house Travel Desk
 Insurances
 Pre-departure Briefing & Cultural Orientation
 Post Arrival Problem Solving
 Mobile Connections
And Anything Else You Need!

8. Country Cost Comparison
Country
Annual Cost in lacs Duration (In Years)
(Tuition+Living) UG PG
USA 20 – 25 4 2
UK 18 – 22 3 - 4 1
Aus 18-25 Dip: 1- 2
UG: 3 – 4
1- 2
NZ 15-18 3 - 4 2
Ireland 15-18 3 - 4 1
Canada 15-18 4 2
Singapore 12-15 2 - 3 1-1.5
Switzerland UG: 10-12
PG: 15 – 20
3 1

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Intake Months
UK Sep (Main) Feb (Limited)
Aus, NZ Feb (Main) July
USA, Ireland Sep (Main) Jan (Limited)
Canada Sept (Main), Jan, May
Singapore Jul, Nov, Mar, May
Switzerland Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Italy, Dubai Oct

10. Career Options: Science Stream
• Medical / Dentistry
• Engineering
• Computers
• Graphic & Web Designing
• Telecom-technologies
• Architect
• Biologist
• Biotechnology
• Pharmacy
• Horticulture
• Dietician
• Management
• Merchant Navy
• Pilot
• Statistics
• Operation Research
• Archeologist
• Astronomy / Astrophysics
• Forensic Science
• Geology
• Aquaculture
• Oceanography

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Career Options: Commerce Stream
• Accountancy
• CA,CS,CWA,CPA
• Banking (Commercial)
• Investment Banking
• Finance
• International Trading
• Management
• Financial Consultant
• Capital Marketing
• Advertising
• Insurance
• Real Estate

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Career Options: Arts Stream
• Linguistics
• Psychology
• Anthropology
• Philosophy
• Journalism
• Mass Communication
• Public Relation
• Social Work
• Management
• Human Resource Mgmt
• Hospitality / Tourism
Mgmt
• Airlines / Aviations
• Designing – Fashion,
Jewellery, Footwear

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Other Career Options
• Defence Services
• Aviation
• Hotel Management
• Technical Writing
• Intelligence Services
• Medical Transcription
• Translators / Interpreters
• Special Education
• Acting
• Modelling
• Photography
• Film Making
• Music
• Dance / Choreography
• Sports
• Video/Radio Jockey

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English & Other Languages
Career Choices
• Journalist
• Compere
• Linguist
• Translator / Interpreter
• Copywriter
• Instructor
• Public Relations Officer
• Publisher
• Lawyer

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History
Career Choices
• Travel / Tourism Mgr
• Historian
• Archaeologist
• Curator
• Archivist
• Numismatist
• Lawyer
• Management
Skills Required:
• Reasoning
• Curiosity for Facts
• Spirit of investigation
• Ability to memorise facts
• Research orientation
• Liking for working
outdoors

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Computers
Career Choices
• Computer Scientist
• Hardware Engineer
• Software Engineer
Skills Required:
• Logic
• Numeric Ability
• Imagination
• Sustained concentration
power

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Psychology
Career Choices
• Psychologist
• Counsellor
• Special Educator
• Psychoanalyst
• Social Worker
• Human Resource Manager
Skills Required:
• Interest in people
• Empathy
• Critical Thinking
• Research Ability
• Listening Skills
• Communication Skills
• A positive disposition
• Relevant knowledge of
medical science

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Economics
Career Choices
• Economist
• Banker
• IES (Indian Economic
Services)
• Equity Research
Analyst
• Fund Manager
Skills Required:
• Quantitative Sense
• Logic
• Clarity in dealing with data
• Ability to interpret data
• Problem Solving skills
• Planning Ability
• Interest in current /
international affairs

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Biology
Career Choices
• Medicine
• Pharmacist
• Genetic Engineering
• Bioinformatics
• Microbiologist
• Nutrition Expert
• Dietician
• Biochemist
• Biotechnologist
• Anthropologist
• Zoologist
Skills Required:
• Ability to concentrate for
long hours
• Patience
• Research orientation
• Methodical with a
capacity for original
thought

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Physics
Career Choices
• Astrophysicist
• Space Scientist
• Nuclear Physicist
• Plasma Physicist
• Electrical Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
Skills Required:
• Scientific Acumen
• Reasoning
• Numerical Ability
• Understanding of
complex/technical issues

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Chemistry
Career Choices
• Chemical Engineer
• Polymer Technologist
• Oil, Food Chemical
technologist
• Industrial Chemist
• Pharmacist
Skills Required:
• Scientific Acumen
• Interest in Research
• Patience

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Mathematics
Career Choices
• Statistician
• Operations Researcher
• Software Analyst
• Astronomy
• Actuarial Scientist
• Financial Analyst
Skills Required:
• Numerical Ability
• Mental Agility
• Logic & Problem Solving
Skills
• Promptness

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Accounts
Career Choices
• Chartered Accountant
• Financial Analyst
• Cost Accountant
• Auditor
Skills Required:
• Meticulous
• Numerical Aptitude
• Logic
• Tact in dealing with
clients
• Problem Solving Skills
• Business Sense

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Geography
Career Choices
• Meteorologist
• Geologist
• Regional Planner
• Environmentalist
• Ecologist
• Oceanographer
• Seismologist
• Demographist
• Air Crew
Skills Required:
• Passion for travel &
outdoor activity
• Knowledge of Regional /
International languages
• Research Ability
• Scientific Acumen
• Power of Observation

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Civics / Political Science
Career Choices
• Administrative Officer
(eg IAS, IFS,IPS)
• Politician
• Media
Skills Required:
• Knowledge of current
affairs
• Leadership skills
• Organising & coordination
skills
• Teamwork
• Oratory Skills
• Awareness of public opinion

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Your Objectives for going overseas
• Be a Global Professional
• Quality of Education
• Develop Networks & Contacts
• Personality Development
• PR / Migration Ambitions

27. How & When To Apply
UK: Undergraduate Admissions - UCAS
• Oxford, Cambridge & Medicine degree –20 Sep /
15 Oct of the previous yr
• All other Universities:15thJan of the year of entry
• Late applications: 30th Jun of the year of entry
Postgraduate Admissions:
• Based solely on your Academic record,
References, Statement of Purpose, Work
Experience where relevant & GMAT in some
cases

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How & When To Apply
USA: One year before but no later than 6 months
before course start date
• Undergraduate: SAT
• Postgraduate: GRE / GMAT + 16yrs Education
Canada:
• Universities - March, Colleges-rolling admissions
Australia/NZ:
• 4 Months before start date

29. Application Procedure
• UK: UG Application is made through UCAS, Fee
£22. PG Forms available at The Chopras at no
charges.
• For all other countries the Application forms are
available with The Chopras
Apply through The Chopras and avail all the services

30. Preparation
UG PG MBA /
Management
Other
Courses
USA * SAT I/II
* TOEFL
* GRE
* TOEFL
* GMAT
* TOEFL
* LSAT for
law
UK IELTS *GRE for
some courses
* IELTS
*GMAT for
some Univ
IELTS
IELTS
Aus IELTS IELTS *GMAT for
some Univ
* IELTS
IELTS
Other
Countries
IELTS IELTS IELTS IELTS
***Portfolio for Art & Design and Creative Courses

31. Part-time Jobs
Limit
UK 20 hrs/wk + Full time during holidays
Aus 20 hrs/wk + Full time during holidays
NZ 20 hrs/wk + Full time during holidays
USA 20 hrs/wk + Full time during holidays
(on-campus only)
Canada 20 hrs/wk+ Full time during holidays
Ireland 20 hrs/wk+ Full time during holidays
Italy 20 hrs/wk
Malaysia 20 hrs/wk during the holidays
Singapore Not Allowed

32. Benefits of Each Country
• USA, UK - Degree reputed worldwide; Work opportunities
for outstanding students
• Australia, Canada, New Zealand – World Class
Education, Recognized world over, Less Expensive, High
Wages, Permanent Residence & Job Opportunities in Skill-
deficient areas
• Switzerland – World renowned for Hotel Management,
Banking & Finance courses
• Ireland - IT, Engineering, Biosciences, Medicine
• Italy - Fashion Designing
• Dubai - Hotel Management courses; offshore campuses of
universities

33. • Market Leaders who have for the last 14 yrs set
Ethical & Professional Consulting standards in the
Global Education space in India
• Trusted and renowned nationally & internationally
for the best advice and for getting the job done
• High Brand Recognition amongst Students, Parents
& Universities
• Over 90% of traffic is by word of mouth
recommendations
“The Chopras”
Who Are They?

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Who Are They Contd…
Your One Stop Global Education Professionals &
Solutions Center for admissions in:
UK, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada,
Ireland, Singapore, Dubai, Switzerland,
Malaysia, Italy, Netherlands
And wherever there is Quality Education

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Branch Network
Head office - New Delhi
19 Branches and Growing:
Ahmedabad, Bangalore,
Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin,
Gurgaon, Hyderabad, Kolkata,
Pune, Coimbatore,
Trivandrum,Mumbai.Nepal,Vijayaw
ada.
All Branches are strategically
located in the hub of commercial
centres with easy access & high
visibility
All offices have excellent
infrastructure, are practical, pleasant
within a functional environment

36. Company History
 Started in 1995 after Sydney based Natasha & Naveen Chopra
shifted their base to India
 Natasha Chopra – British national, Graduated from Essex, MBA
from Lancaster University. Extensive international experience in
U.S., Europe, Australia and India
 Naveen Chopra – educated in the finest Indian Institutions with
extensive experience of living and working in the U.S., Canada,
U.K., Australia and New Zealand. Australian Permanent Resident
since 1981. They still maintain their residence & Operations in
Sydney & London
The Combined international experience of having lived & worked in so many
countries of Mr & Mrs Chopra is unmatched in the Industry throughout India

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Company History Contd…
 Portfolio of Universities & market/client strength built
on their reputation for Integrity, Professionalism,
Innovation & Competence
 Of Getting the Job Done!
 Universities/Institutions from all over the world
frequently approach them for representation
 Most of ”The Chopras” University portfolio built by
institutions approaching them rather than the opposite

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WHY THE CHOPRAS
Find solutions for students and parents from all kinds of
background
Always Place Student Interest First
Processing for all Courses & Universities in key Countries
Ensure that students & parents are making the right Career
Pathway and Further Education decisions
Guarantee admission based on student’s educational
background & profile
Ensure students make the right country choice given Career
Objective, Expectations, Constraints etc.

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Why “The Chopras” Contd..
They:
 Represent a large number of Institutions all over the
world
 Process Applications for all Universities in all the
countries always to your best interest
 Consult - not “Agent”!
 Regularly send Staff overseas to Universities &
Institutions for training leading to Knowledgeable, Well
Informed, Trained & Experienced Managers, Career
Advisors & Counsellors

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Spot Interviews & Admissions
 Almost every week of the year Delegates from various
Universities, from all over the world, conduct Admission
interviews & Seminars throughout their Branch Network
for Applicants &/or prospective students & parents.
 Often more than one Institution visit in the same day
 For Updates hit:www.thechopras.com or visit their offices

41. Demystify
SAT
over a cup of tea

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Structure For SAT
Evidenced based
Reading and
Writing.
New SAT
Component
Time
Allotted
Number of
Questions/
(min.) Tasks
Reading 65 52
Writing and
Language
35 44

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Structure For SAT contd…
Passage-based Reading-5 passages comprising of 52 questions in
65 Minutes
new Critical Reading section will consist of:
One passage dealing with US and World Literature
Two passages dealing with History and Social Studies
Two passages dealing with Science

44. Structure For SAT contd…
 Writing Section- Comprising 44 questions.
 Questions will be based on 4 Paragraphs with
11 question per paragraph.
 Duration of this section – 35 minutes.
Scoring for Reading and writing section – 200-800.

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Structure For SAT contd…
MATHMATICS SECTION.
Mathematics sections comprises of Two type of questions.
Without Calculator-20 questions to be answered in 25 minutes
with out aid of calculator.
15 questions MCQ and 5 questions grid in.
Scoring for Maths section – 200-800.

46. MATHMATICS SECTION.
With Calculator-38 questions to be answered in 55 minutes with the aid of
calculator.
30 questions MCQ and 8 questions grid in.
Structure For SAT contd…

47.  OPTIONAL ESSAY.
1 Essay to be written in 50 Minutes.
Essay suppose be an analysis of
reading passage comprising 600-800
words.
Essay Scoring = 1- 8

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Course Features
• High Score Guarantee.
• Practice SATs.
• High-scoring, highly trained teachers.
• Free, flexible make-up options

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Test-Taking Approaches
•Answer easy questions first : The easier questions are usually at the start
of the section, and the harder ones are at the end. The exception is in the
critical reading section, where questions are ordered according to the logic
and organization of each passage.
•Make educated guesses : If you can rule out one or more answer choices
for multiple-choice questions, you have a better chance of guessing the right
answer.
•Skip questions that you really can't answer : No points are deducted if
an answer is left blank.

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Test-Taking Approaches
•Answer easy questions first : The easier questions are usually at the start
of the section, and the harder ones are at the end. The exception is in the
critical reading section, where questions are ordered according to the logic
and organization of each passage.
•Make educated guesses : If you can rule out one or more answer choices
for multiple-choice questions, you have a better chance of guessing the right
answer.
•Skip questions that you really can't answer : No points are deducted if
an answer is left blank.

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Test-Taking Approaches
•Check your answer sheet to make sure you are answering the right
question.
•Make sure you use a No. 2 pencil. It is very important that you fill
in the entire circle on the answer sheet darkly and completely. If
you change your response, erase it as completely as possible .

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Test-Taking Approaches
•Limit your time on any one question. All questions are worth the same
number of points. If you need a lot of time to answer a question, go on to
the next one. Later, you may have time to return to the question you
skipped.
•Keep track of time. Don't spend too much time on any group of
questions within a section.
•Use your test booklet as scratch paper.
•Mark the questions in your booklet that you skipped and want to return
to.

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What you need to do
 Serious students must set up Appointment ASAP
 Must bring their full transcripts including: Mark sheets
& certificates from Xth upwards to current
year/qualifications
 Under Grad applicants should try & bring at least one
of their parents as soon as possible
 Bring an Open Mind & always be honest about your
intentions & objectives. This helps in giving you better
advice without wasting time
What you need to do

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In summary……
 “The Chopras” assist you with all processes Globally
 All formalities are taken care of under one roof from
Application to Visa and there is no need to go anywhere
else
 “The Chopras” take away the headache and ensure that
you are placed in an institution which is the BEST for
you based on your academic profile & expectations
 And…

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GET THE JOB DONE !!!!!!
Contact Us—”The Chopras”
Third Floor, Princeton Business Park
16 Ashok Marg, Opp.CITI Bank
Hazratganj
Lucknow :226001
Tel: 9919991401 / 02.
www.thechopras.com
lucknow@thechopras.com