But, it’s important to look at the actual parameters of the new H1B bill before听panicking.

According to the new H1B bill, introduced by Democrat Zoe Lofgren, ONLY H1B dependent employers (companies whose workforce in the US consists of over 15% H1B visa holders) are liable to pay a minimum of $130,000 to it’s employees on a H1B visa.

To read more on the new H1B visa, check Part 1 of the blog. Read now!

A quick search on Google reveals that only two companies may fit the criteria for a H1B dependent employer i.e.

And, as an MS/PhD aspirant, are you aiming for a job at any of these companies?

Not really.

Besides, in my opinion, raising the salary indiscriminately without any regard to the job sector, median wages, growth, return of investment etc. While it is possible that the minimum salary might be raised from the current standard of $60,000, it is highly unlikely that the salaries will go up by more than 50% overnight.

Availability of Jobs

Now, another aspect to this argument is the current availability of jobs, irrespective of a salary increase.

From an economic point of view, the Trump administration is targeting an economic growth of 3.5-4% for the next fiscal year. Historically speaking, the engine of any economy is the continuous investment and relentless research in science & technology. The United States of America has earned its superior position as a superpower and economy over the years by prioritizing scientific research and development.

Therefore, there is no doubt that it will continue to do so, especially if the US wants to maintain its current position.

According to the USNEWS/Raytheon STEM Index, in the American market and the numbers have only gone up.

But can you guess the number of STEM graduates produced every year?

• No. of Indian STEM graduates every year – 2.6 million (2015)
• No. of Chinese STEM graduates every year – 4.7 million (2015)

Therefore, there is a huge STEM crisis within the US, which overseas students can fulfill, provided they are allowed to utilize the strong skills they earn through a US education.

Editor & Chief Content Officer for USNEWS, Brian Kelly said:

“While our universities are producing more STEM graduates, many of these students are foreigners on temporary visas. Despite significant public and private investment, we are still not developing an American STEM workforce to fill the jobs of the future. It’s clear that we need to focus our efforts on getting more kids, particularly women and African-Americans, interested in pursuing STEM at a young age.”

If you’re looking for more clarity on your particular fields, take a look at this dynamic comprehensive report compiled by USNEWS in support with Raytheon, called the

Additionally, according to NAFSA, the US receives close to to the US economy.听Currently, about 43% of Master’s degrees and 57% of Doctoral degrees out of total graduate degrees awarded for STEM go to international students.

They also create or support approximately 400,000 jobs.

Based on my analysis, any drastic decision will result in cold feet among students and therefore, lead to a significant loss of skilled professionals to competing countries such as Canada, Germany and Australia. From Trump’s point of view, this isn’t the best deal for him or his country.

However, it is very important to have the right expectations before flying off to the US.

How easy is it to get a job in the US?

Landing a job in the US is relatively harder than it is in India. Without dedicated campus placements or recruitment drives from top companies, finding a job and keeping it depends on your ability to communicate clearly, make connections with industry professionals as well as sharpen your technical skills. Most students try to convert internships or part time opportunities into full time jobs through hard work, enthusiasm and obvious display of skill.

But this is the case in any country outside India.

Take UK for example. International student numbers have been dwindling steadily due to tighter visa restrictions and immense difficulty in finding STEM jobs for students with advanced degrees, not to mention the massive cost of education.

But what about immigrant friendly countries like Canada or Australia. You will find that keeping a job is harder than finding one, that is, if you aren’t picky about the kind of job you get.

This is primarily because every nation prioritizes its citizens first before considering immigrants even if they are talented or most suitable for the job.

But if you’re aiming for a foreign education, a better lifestyle and faster career growth, then you must be prepared to work hard, equip yourself and be determined to find a job.

To sum up my analysis, I believe that while it may be relatively harder to find a job in the US than it is in India, it may not be any additionally harder because of Trump鈥檚 presidency, if you鈥檙e graduating from a good American university.

In fact, the chances are most likely in your favor. So, brush off your fears and tackle all these uncertainties by ensuring you get into a top university. Aim high, achieve a high 91热爆 score and secure your future.

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What is his impact on you, the MS/PhD aspirant?

91热爆 ( …formerly 91热爆edge) seeks to put unnecessary conjecture and speculation to rest and provide an unbiased viewpoint on some of the major issues concerning you, including university admission chances, 91热爆 scores required, H1B visas, job opportunities after graduation, OPT period and the whole 91热爆 + MS + US deal!

After the new H1B bill, how difficult will it be to get a H1B visa?

It is expected that if the new H1B bill (introduced by Democrat & US Representative for Silicon Valley, Zoe Lofgren) is passed, it will become easier for MS/PhD graduates to get a H1B visa. Simultaneously, it will be more difficult, if not impossible, for employees of IT companies that outsource jobs such as TCS, Cognizant, Wipro, Accenture etc to gain a H1B visa.

Before we actually discuss the salient features of the new H1B bill, it is important to quickly understand why the H1B visa program was introduced in the first place.

History & Significance of H1B

The H1B visa program was originally intended to help companies acquire people with highly specialized knowledge temporarily for specialty occupations such as those in the fields of chemistry, biotechnology, engineering, mathematics, physical sciences etc.

To this end, the current H1B Visa Program states that:

1. All employees on a H1B visa must be paid a minimum salary of $60,000 per annum.
2. All companies looking to hire employees on a H1B visa have to submit a legal application citing that they could not find an American worker听for the same position.
3. All companies can contest for a maximum of 65,000 H1B visas along with a special allocation of 20,000 visas for foreigners with a Master’s degree.
4. H1B visas are allocated randomly using a computer based lottery system, wherein the applicants with a Master’s degree from US universities are prioritized first. Once the quota is filled up, the remaining members go back into the pool along with the other applicants to compete for the remaining听65,000 visas.

However, over the years, many IT companies have started using the H1B visa to bring in people from India, China, Taiwan and Korea to do regular jobs, which do not require very high levels of skill or knowledge. In fact, according to the official website of the U.S Citizenship & Immigration (USCIS), the . This means that people with a basic degree are being taken into the US using a powerful visa program such as the H1B, which also allows applicants with the intent of obtaining a US citizenship, should they wish to.

Initially, in the 90s, when Information Technology was just starting to become important, providing IT support was difficult, complex and required people with advanced knowledge to rectify errors, if any.

In countries like India & China, education is the cornerstone of development and among all fields of education, engineering is treated with great respect, thereby producing lakhs of skilled, educated engineers every year. Naturally, since demand was high and supply was in plenty in these countries, large amount of immigration took place using the H1B visa in the 90s. It was also aided by the fact that the current H1B VISA program as we know it was put in place by George.W.Bush in 1990.

H1B Visa: Current Scenario in 2017

However, 27 years later, in this day and age, the reasons for which engineers are picked up from India & China are entirely different. They are taken up as low-end software developers, computer programmers, analysts etc and paid to do the job at just the minimum wage described, thereby making it cheaper for top IT companies to hire & fire.

A quick survey indicates that out of the Top 5 H1B sponsors for 2016, namely, Infosys, TCS, IBM, Wipro and Accenture, . In stark comparison, top product companies such as Oracle, Google, Microsoft etc pay their employees much higher salaries i.e. upwards of $90,000 per annum.

Another irritant is that the many of these IT companies flood the system with an overwhelming number of applications. Since the H1B is granted randomly to applicants using a computer-based lottery, the chances of getting a H1B visa for its employees is higher owing to the sheer number of applications in the system.

For example, That is half the number of H1B visas available for an entire year!

As a businessman himself, Trump has admitted to using these loopholes to cut down hiring costs. Therefore, his aim is simple – to reinstate the original purpose of the H1B visa and provide it to those who are worthy of it – i.e. those who have highly specialized knowledge in particular fields.

Impact on you as a MS/PhD Aspirant?

As an MS aspirant, this is good news for those looking at future career opportunities because with stringent hiring rules for outsourcing companies, which currently gobbles up approximately 20-30% of the allocated quota, more number of H1B visas will be available to students pursuing a higher education in the US. Especially since there is no talk of cutting down on the existing number of H1B visas available to students.

Coming to the actual points specified in the new H1B bill, the High-Skilled Integrity and Fairness Act of 2017 听raises the following points:

1. All H1B dependent employers (companies who have more than 50 employees and whose workforce in the US is made up of over 15% of H1B visa holders) are liable to pay a minimum of $130,000 per annum to all of its employees on a H1B visa. Out of the top H1B Visa sponsors,听from our research, .听
2. Eliminates H1B dependent employers听from accessing the additional 20,000 H1B visas available to those with a Master鈥檚 degree from US universities. This means that other companies can still contest for the 20,000 H1B visas for students with advanced degrees. This听is actually good听news for students pursuing MS/PhD because better companies like Oracle, Google, Facebook, Qualcomm can now access top talent for relevant jobs.
3. Eliminates any 鈥榗ountry-based鈥� allocation of H1B visas as available previously to Chile & Singapore.
4. Makes provisions for a smooth transition between F1 visa & H1B visa to establish 鈥渄ual intent鈥� i.e F1 visas will not be denied solely on the basis of students鈥� intentions to immigrate to the US. (The current regulations requires students to firmly establish their intention to return to the home country)

From the data published so far, our analysis indicates that this move will be extremely profitable to students who are passionate about their fields, aim at becoming specialists and have a dream towards making a successful career with that knowledge!

Move steadfast in your mission towards a better score, buddy! And, we at 91热爆 ( … formerly 91热爆edge), stand by you!

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Since the Internet boom in the 1980s, the US has been the ultimate study abroad destination for aspiring students. A combination of factors like cutting-edge infrastructures, R&D opportunities, and better employability has firmly cemented the US鈥檚 position as the first choice for a vast number of students wishing for quality education. However, in recent times, Canada, US鈥檚 friendly neighbor, has emerged as a competition to the US as an excellent alternative, with high-quality education that doesn鈥檛 pinch your pockets.

So, here is the big question- should you apply to both the US and Canada for your postgraduate studies? Or should you simply stick to one?

This is a question that leaves many students scratching their heads, so let us try and get some clarity on it.

What parameters should I consider?

Besides top-notch education and excellent faculty, there are several other parameters you should take into account while considering your postgraduate options. Remember: this is the place where you will spend two years of your life, so it is equally important to consider other factors such as the cost of living, public safety, employment opportunities, weather, student-friendliness听etc.

Quality of Education

First and foremost, of course, is the quality of education offered by American and Canadian universities. This factor is paramount to your decision-making process- after all, it is a decision that will affect your life and career.

While it is true that the US has a monopoly in the education market, Canada is not lagging behind. With several top universities like the University of Toronto and the University of Ottawa, Canada is slowly but surely catching up with the US. In terms of course structures, both the countries are very similar. Universities in both the US and Canada offer research-oriented (thesis-based) and teaching-oriented (non-thesis based) Masters programmes. Depending on your academic aspirations, you can choose either – normally, students wishing to embark on a Ph.D. opt for the research-oriented Masters. In both the countries, students pursuing their MS are required to complete 36 credit hours in order to graduate. 听In terms of the quality of education offered, there is little difference between the two.

See how to write the perfect SOP that wins you Top MS Admits to the best Canadian Universities!

Top 5 universities in the US & Canada – World Rankings

Education in Canada is much cheaper than in the US, thanks to several laws and policies put in place to make education affordable and accessible to all. Private universities in both the US and Canada are generally more expensive since they are not regulated by the government. However, state universities in both the countries are much more affordable – exact fees differ from school to school.

Tuition and scholarships

For example, for a Master鈥檚 degree at University of Toronto, the average tuition fees per year for 2017-2018 is $25,813 per annum (approx. 13 lakhs).

To find out about affordable universities in the US, read here.

Owing to a burgeoning number of international applicants, several universities in the US and Canada offer generous scholarships and grants to considerably reduce the financial burden on the students: these scholarships range from partial fee-waiver to full rider. In some universities where the focus is on a particular discipline, students who are applying to study that discipline are given scholarships.

For instance, in the University of Ottawa, researchers are working to create the world鈥檚 largest center for the study of photonics and optics, for which the University receives a huge amount of funding from alumni and philanthropists. Therefore, students who wish to study photonics are given full fee-waivers and living allowances in order to make scientific advancements in the field. Such discipline-specific scholarships are more widely available in Canada than in the US.

Social welfare

The taxes you pay in Canada are considerably higher compared to the US, but your tax money is judiciously spent by the government to ensure your social welfare.

For instance, one of Canada鈥檚 biggest assets is its universal healthcare schemes, which makes high quality healthcare extremely affordable to all its citizens.

Additionally, when you file your tax returns on time, a portion of your taxes is refunded to you. Social welfare in the US peaked under the Obama administration, with the advent of ObamaCare.听

Living conditions and expenses

The biggest deterrent to students wishing to apply to Canada is the weather. Temperatures can dip as low as -25掳C in winters, with heavy snowfall and storms forcing you to stay indoors for days on end. By comparison, the US offers more variety- states like California and Florida are perennially warm and dry, with the occasional spell of rain.

The US also boasts of a large Indian diaspora, which is often an important factor for many Indian students who start to feel homesick in a few months. The Indian community in Canada is comparatively smaller, but not nonexistent.

When it comes to living expenses like rent and utilities, Canada is leaps and bounds ahead, with lower rents and transportation costs. Cities like Toronto and Montreal are extremely student-friendly, with student discounts available almost everywhere- from restaurants to clothing stores and movie theatres. Additionally, Canada is much safer, and has lower crime rates and stringent gun laws.

Did you know that according to the figures from University of Alberta, the average living costs for an international student is $16,800 (Canadian Dollars) for an entire year?

Jobs and career opportunities

Of course, the US has a massive job market, but in recent years, recession and unemployment rates have soared, making it difficult to secure a job. Canada too has faced these problems, but on a relatively smaller scale.

The biggest difference between Canada and the US in terms of employment is that it is much easier to pursue part-time jobs in Canada. In the US, if you wish to work while studying, you will have to obtain an OPT (Optional Practical Training), but the job you undertake must be related to your field. In Canada, however, you are allowed to undertake almost any job, since your study permit doubles up as a work permit too.

After graduating, the average salary for an MS student in the US is about USD 69,000 (Rs 49 lakhs approx) per annum, while in Canada it is lower at CAD 70,000 (Rs 35 lakhs approx) per annum. Job prospects in the US are much better, however, the lack of proper job security, especially at fresher level makes one think twice about spending all that money on tuition fees.

Immigration options

It is much easier for students to get a study visa to Canada than to the US. For students desirous of living and working in the country after they graduate, Canada offers seamless immigration options that make it easy for you to obtain a Canadian citizenship. In the US, by comparison, applying and obtaining a green card can be a long, arduous process.

In sum, we highly recommend that you apply to a combination of both American and Canadian universities in order to maximize your chances of admissions. Barring a few minor differences, both the countries are almost the same in the educational sphere. The US and Canada are leaders in providing high-quality education and job opportunities and thus make for an excellent study abroad destination.

Like the old adage that says, 鈥�Don鈥檛 put all your eggs in one basket鈥�

Similarly, it is smart as well as practical to not bank your MS dreams on one university or one destination alone. Increase your chances of an admit by exploring cost-effective options worldwide.

Learn how to correctly evaluate your profile to boost your acceptance rates by targeting universities looking for profiles just like yours!

Good Luck!

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Nikhil Varaiya, director of graduate studies at the San Diego State University, lauds the decisions of B-Schools who accept the 91热爆 score. He says, 鈥淲ith more and more employers saying, 鈥榃e want students from diverse backgrounds, it was sort of difficult to argue that the GMAT was the only measure to use.鈥�

Today, more than 1200 schools worldwide ( here)听are happy to consider applicants with a 91热爆 score for their MBA programs. Not only is it advantageous for students, but also for universities, since accepting 91热爆 score holders means the applicant pool is much bigger and more diverse and gives them more choice. The 91热爆 has thus become more versatile over the years, and it is expected that in five years or so, almost all business schools in the US will accept the 91热爆 for admissions. As an added advantage, taking the 91热爆, which costs $205 is also considerably more cost-effective as compared to the GMAT ($250)

GMAT vs. the 91热爆 – What鈥檚 the difference?

Apart from the fact that the GMAT was until recently the go-to test for B-School admissions while the 91热爆 was regarded as the aptitude test of choice for MS aspirants, the two are quite similar indeed. The primary difference between 91热爆 and GMAT is that the

91热爆 comprises 3 sections:

• The Analytical Writing Assessment Task with 2 essays to complete
• Verbal Reasoning and
• Quantitative Reasoning

whereas the GMAT comprises 4:

• Analytical Writing Assessment (1 essay)
• Integrated Reasoning
• Quantitative and Verbal

The 91热爆 and GMAT are scored between 260-340 and 200-800 respectively, with the total scores in both cases including the sum of only the Verbal and Quantitative section scores. The Analytical Writing Section on both the 91热爆 and GMAT are scored separately on a scale of 0-6 with 0.5 point increments. The Integrated Reasoning section, too, is scored separately on the GMAT on a scale of 1-8

Both scores are valid for a period of 5 years from the date of taking the test.

The general consensus is that the quantitative questions on the GMAT are of a significantly higher level as compared to that of the 91热爆. Though both exams test your concepts of similar topics such as data interpretation, algebra, and arithmetic, the GMAT has more challenging questions requiring a higher degree of analysis and critical thinking. Moreover, the format of these questions can be unusual and not what most students are used to.

91热爆 quantitative questions are usually either straightforward single or multiple-choice questions, in a format that most students likely have a lot of experience with.

Who should choose to write the 91热爆?

Since there is no preference between those who apply with a 91热爆 or a GMAT score, the choice is entirely dependent on one thing:

WHICH TEST GIVES ME THE BEST SCORE?

These are some of the instances when taking the 91热爆 makes more sense:

• If you are confused between an MS and an MBA, and want to keep your options open.
• If you feel that you possess a logical thought process and reasoning ability.
• If you feel Mathematics, like Data Analysis, is too difficult
• If you have a better grasp of Vocabulary than Grammar

How does the 91热爆 for B-school admissions work out?

It is actually quite simple. When you send your 91热爆 score for application for an MBA or other management programs, the admissions committee uses an ETS-approved conversion tool to convert your 91热爆 score into the appropriate GMAT score. Following this, your application will be processed normally.

91热爆 to GMAT Conversion

While we all know that a 320+ or 750+ is considered a great score on the 91热爆 and GMAT respectively, how do you convert your 91热爆 score to its equivalent GMAT score and vice-versa? 听Here鈥檚 a handy little formula to help you out!

Total GMAT score =听听鈥� 2080.75 + (6.38 * 91热爆 Verbal Score) + (10.62 * 91热爆 Quantitative Score)

Note that though it鈥檚 not absolutely accurate, as there are certain approximations involved, it鈥檚 as close as it gets!

Alternatively, you could also save yourself the effort of performing complicated calculations and refer to the tables below:

Thus if you鈥檙e planning to take the 91热爆 for MBA programs, and you know the GMAT scores they generally require, you can now find out the equivalent 91热爆 score you need to target.

So, should I submit my 91热爆 score while applying for an MBA program?

The simple answer is that it entirely depends on your skill set.

From the admissions point of view, there is no preference between those who apply with a 91热爆 score and those who apply with a GMAT score. In fact, the percentage of applicants applying with a 91热爆 score is higher with each passing year.

For example, Yale School of Management, ranked #8, had 23% of MBA applicants applying with 91热爆 scores from 18% compared to the previous year.

Having said that, let us now take a look at the top ten business schools in the world and the minimum 91热爆 scores they require if any:

The most prominent feature of this table, as you may have noticed, is that most of these schools do not actually have a minimum score requirement. This is generally because top business schools decline to report a minimum 91热爆 score requirement. According to Poets & Quants, this could be because these universities want to keep the option of accepting students even with lower 91热爆 scores and not lose their premium ranking in the USNEWS list.

So, currently, whether you have a 305 or a perfect 340, your application will be judged the same. Of course, a couple of schools do have a percentile requirement, but this is only an indicative score, to give you an idea of what the academic standards in these schools are like.

So, what are your options?

• If you have already taken GMAT and are unhappy with the scores, you can try taking a 91热爆 diagnostic test to see how you fare. Remember, the 91热爆 is not necessarily easier, it鈥檚 different.听 As an engineering student, your hold over the 91热爆 Quant section is bound to be better. However, you may need to work on your Verbal skills a bit before you become fully 91热爆 ready. Both for students considering an MS in say, Business Analytics or Finance, or an MBA 91热爆 scores are likely to keep gaining in acceptance and popularity, with more students and universities opting for the ETS administered test of aptitude over the GMAT.

Try听91热爆 diagnostic test听Now!

• If you have your sights set on a particular school and are keen to know where your 91热爆 score and GPA stand with respect to other applicants, you have the option of comparing your target 91热爆 score against the GMAT score using the ETS comparison tool.
• Alternatively, you can also take a look at the class profile of the current batch of the program you are applying to, which will give you a glimpse at the average 91热爆/GMAT scores obtained by successful applicants.

91热爆 Admission Tip:听Another important thing to note is that, in addition to a 91热爆 or GMAT score, several B-schools require you to have 2-5 years of prior work experience too. Since an MBA is a hands-on course, students with professional experience tend to have an edge over those who have little to none.

I hope that you now have a better understanding of what each test entails, their similarities and differences, and on whether you ought to be taking the GMAT or 91热爆 for MBA programs. If you have any more questions you鈥檇 like to ask us about the universities that accept the 91热爆 for their MBA program, the finer differences between the two and the overall admissions process, feel free to ask us in the comments below! We鈥檒l get back to you with the answers you鈥檙e looking for, at the earliest!

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That’s really the dream.

However, the transformation from Desi to NRI starts much before all that!

Here’s a list of 7 situations that you will encounter in your journey from India to Amreeka!

鈥淭icket! Ticket! Ticket!鈥�

The incessant nagging from the grumpy bus conductor for your bus ticket is just white noise now. Why would you worry about him when you could be lost in the fantasy of travelling abroad in the company of a cheerful, friendly air hostess?

鈥�Mom鈥檚 homemade wholesome food鈥�

While we are all quite aware of living without the indulgent experience of home cooked meals, cooking by yourself is a different ball game altogether. What鈥檚 cumin? How many cups of water should you put before you boil rice? And for god鈥檚 sake, what鈥檚 a meat cut?

Messy kitchens, burnt maggi and undercooked chicken will become commonplace and it will be a while before you can whip up Masterchef recipes!

But hey, in our defense, maggi is also cooking only noh?

鈥淪howing off is a rite of passage鈥�

Flying off to the land of Beatles, Michael Jackson and Angelina Jolie is not any small feat. And who better to listen to your daydreams than your buddies? From the weather in Chicago to the beaches of Florida (and the babes of course) and excitement for cheaper Apple iPhones, the conversation is always 鈥淯S this鈥� US that鈥�

Arre, it鈥檚 small price to pay for the endless treats they take out of you anyway right?

Need I say more?

Be honest with yourself on this one. The majority of the excitement of living in the US is the proximity and the possibility of experiencing the wildness of Vegas! (Take that, Charlie Sheen!)

But seriously, once you do get there, make this trip a part of your MS in US Bucketlist.

If you haven鈥檛 already started contemplating this seriously, trust me, you should!

After 21+ years of being accustomed to having a trusty wash partner, switching to a couple of tissue rolls after every nature鈥檚 call is definitely different if not difficult!

All the best, soldier!

鈥淢a, I鈥檒l be just fine鈥澨�

Do moms ever stop worrying?

No matter where you go, be it Mumbai or Miami, your mother鈥檚 primary concern is always if you are eating right. Never mind the research paper that needs to get written, you can鈥檛 just have a bread sandwich for dinner?

Here, take an extra bottle of homemade pickle. [Because that鈥檚 the solution to everything! Jk, we love you guys!]

鈥淭he moment when it鈥檚 all so real suddenly鈥�

Amidst all the excitement of leaving to the US, we often tend to forget that we are also leaving an entire family behind. Seeing your mom tearing up, your dad beaming and your friends carrying all your fond memories in their eyes, you realize that they are the most favourite people in the world. And, sharing this experience with them feels so good that you want to stay back, for just a moment.

The boarding announcement reminds you that your MS dreams are waiting. You strengthen your resolve to make them proud and head off to chase your happily ever after!

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Do you wish to learn the nuances of managing a business?

Are you keen on floating your own start-up?

If yes, management should be your choice of study.

Have a look at these popular courses in Management that are designed specifically for engineers like you. Also, the best part about pursuing your management course is that most schools from across the globe accept your 91热爆 scores!

Moreover, you can never run out of options in the field of management. There are several management courses like MEM, MIS, and MBA that offer a challenging and lucrative career. So, go ahead and explore this exciting field and zero in on the right course that you can pick.

Are you aware of these courses?

There are numerous career paths and choices of study for engineers. Be it in the areas of Engineering & Technology or Engineering Management, there are several niche courses that you can pursue. These courses are specifically designed to impart both engineerings as well as business perspectives. Moreover, as a management student, you will have the opportunity to learn the practical aspects of engineering along with core business subjects.

You can have a look at these top three management courses that offer numerous career opportunities for engineers like you. Coming up first in this series is- Masters in Engineering Management (MEM)

Masters in Engineering Management (MEM): This multidisciplinary field of study offers numerous opportunities in the fields of business methods and engineering processes. As a MEM graduate, you will have a diverse range of coursework including new product development, lean improvement, experience design, technology strategy among others.

MEM is the right program of study for all those of you, who want to understand the business aspects as well as the engineering aspects of technology. This program is hence, rightfully called the 鈥淓ngineer鈥檚 MBA.鈥�

Is MEM ideal for me?

1. 1. If you are someone who can just put things together and integrate technical and business skills, then MEM is the right program for you.

Even if you are someone who wants to learn the tricks of managing a startup and explore technical entrepreneurship, MEM is your right field of study.

• Or simply said, if you are a skilled engineer who wants to understand the essential principles of a business, then MEM is your appropriate choice of study.

What will my career path be like after MEM?

You have numerous career choices after your MEM. Some of the broad career paths include:

1. Engineering Project Management
2. Industrial Management Engineering
3. Construction Management Engineering

Engineering Project Management : Are you someone who can strategize projects and achieve your specified goals? Do you feel that you have a flair for setting targets and allocating resources for a project?

If yes, engineering project management will gel with your aptitude. As an engineering project manager, you will be chiefly responsible for:

1. Setting up the strategies and targets for a project
2. Drawing optimal allocation of input for a project
3. Charting out a detailed plan to meet the targets

Industrial Management Engineering: Industrial management engineering is one niche field of operation that integrates engineering concepts to the management of people and material sciences. Rightfully said, Industrial management engineering offers you the scope to apply your scientific knowledge to everyday practical problems.

As an industrial management engineer, you will be chiefly responsible for:

1. Improving the supply chain management of an organization
2. Enhancing the assembly line of the company and regularly monitoring the progress
3. Developing the material, logistical, and technological resources of the production system

Construction Management Engineering: Construction management engineering is a professional field of career choice that deals with the creation, up gradation, and maintenance of construction projects. Some of the prominent fields of construction management include maintenance of facilities like the听airport, dams, railroads among others. As a construction management engineer, some of your prominent responsibilities will include:

1. Supervising the lifecycle of a construction project.
2. Maintaining a variety of project control techniques to keep the construction project aligned with the set goal
3. Supporting the construction process, and negotiating and discussing with vendors

What will my role be after MEM?

Opportunities are abundant for MEM graduates. Some of the popular and most lucrative career options for MEM graduates include:

How is MEM different from other management programs:

1. Master鈥檚 in Engineering Management is often seen as a course that has a wide range of learning methods. Courses for Master鈥檚 in Engineering Management are taught through workshops, case studies, and engineering design activities.
2. As a part of your curriculum, you will use tools like 3D modeling to find solutions to various business problems. Moreover, as a MEM graduate, you will be someone who will comprehend the engineering and business aspects of technology.

What are the best universities for me to do my MEM?

There are numerous universities, and more specifically, top ranking universities that offer MEM programs. Some of the top universities include:

1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
2. University of Southern California
3. Northwestern University
4. Duke University
5. Dartmouth College
6. Cornell University

To sum up:

1. Master鈥檚 in Engineering Management is an appropriate course of choice for you if you want to apply engineering technologies to business practices.
2. As a MEM graduate, you can be assured of a challenging and lucrative career as a client services specialist, associate consultant, production team leader, and head of a supply chain.
3. You will certainly not run out of options if you pursue MEM and you will indeed be bagging opportunities from both domains鈥攅ngineering and business.

Coming up next in this series – Management opportunities for Engineers: MIS

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鈥�I miss being a student!鈥�

If you are a working professional, you have probably thought this at least a few times. Especially when you see your juniors posting Instagram photos of their latest adventure in town. Or you see a Snapchat Story of a friend who is studying abroad, participating in the 4th of July firework show.

If you are a student, then you probably don鈥檛 realize how much you are going to miss being one.

In the race to be part of the next phase in life, many of us don’t consider what we may be giving up in order to join the working class of the society.

Is the satisfaction of receiving a paycheck truly worth it if you don鈥檛 love your job?

Even if you love your job, is it enough to just think about today and worry about tomorrow when it comes?

Speaking of tomorrow, companies like TCS, Wipro and Infosys have hinted at an overall decrease in employment. I鈥檓 talking particularly about the IT industry because it is currently the largest recruiter of engineers in India. This will have a net effect of a massive 24% decrease.

However, these companies are still strongly projecting growth for the next financial year in terms of profits and revenue.

How can this happen?

The focus has shifted from recruiting new people to optimizing existing technology and resources. This means if you are at the lower rungs of the company, you may have to consider looking at climbing up the organizational ladder.

Even if you are just stepping out of the comforts of college, there is a decline in the rate at which freshers are hired.

The IT giants that come to your campus to swoop down and grab a large chunk of students are slowly realizing that it is more expensive to recruit people, train them and THEN derive work out of them.

Automating the entire process is easier and cost-effective.

So, how do you remain competitive and relevant to your industry many years down the line?

Career counseling experts agree that the way to grow in your career is to invest your time and energy in听increasing competency and skills.

High-skilled jobs which require additional skills such as critical thinking, analysis and judgment are expected to within the next 5 years.

Learn how to build a good profile.

Whilst relevant experience is highly valued amongst recruiters, it is also important to understand that specialized knowledge cannot be overlooked. A Master鈥檚 degree will help you gain specific skills such as developing a creative outlook, reflective thinking, leadership traits etc.

While most jobs don鈥檛 require you to have a Master鈥檚 degree, having one could be the difference between doing your job and doing your job WELL. With companies looking to increase their revenues quickly, productivity and performance cannot be stressed enough.

If you are a student or a working professional, ideally NOW would be the right time to take the plunge to do higher studies.

I know what you are thinking.

鈥淚 want to earn more before I go back to college鈥�

鈥淚 am happy where I am鈥�

鈥淚t鈥檚 too expensive鈥�

Let me address your concerns by listing out the advantages in pursuing a Master鈥檚 degree.

You can become a specialist in your field:

There is a demand for experts who can supervise and optimize processes within organizations, especially because companies restructuring the organization to automate a lot of routine activities.

When you have a Master鈥檚 degree in a specific field, you are valued over other candidates who have little or vague knowledge about the field they are entering. You are entrusted with more responsibility. This means that you are likely to end up in a higher position that pays also better.

You can rejuvenate a stagnant career:

If you feel uninspired in your current job and are looking to switch industries, this is the perfect move!

A Master鈥檚 degree will enable you to enter a better position at a new organization. You can still make use of the skills acquired from your previous job such as project management, problem-solving, communication etc.

If you are a mid-level professional, a Master鈥檚 degree can be the turning point in your career, especially if you feel like you are not growing in your current job.

You will earn more, for sure:

Employees with a Master鈥檚 degree have than those who only have bachelor鈥檚 degrees. This is especially true for fields such as marketing, finance etc.

With more savings, you can have a better lifestyle and a more secure future than you can imagine now.

You are fresher now than you will be 2 years later:

Learning new ideas and concepts requires a fresh mind. Getting back into the student鈥檚 mindset, especially after working 10 hours a day in a professional setting, requires some adjustment. As you grow older, this adjustment becomes harder and the ability to learn reduces significantly.

Better now than never!

You will experience new cultures:

When you go abroad to study for Master鈥檚, you will not be treated as a student but as a peer doing research. This kind of dynamic helps you stay confident. It enables you to face a working atmosphere as a professional rather than a graduate or intern.

This is especially helpful if you are nervous about starting work right after undergraduate studies.

You can get scholarships and funding for your Master鈥檚 degree:

If you are bound by financial constraints, don鈥檛 worry. It is easier to get scholarships and financial assistance from many top universities through Teaching Assistantships and Research Assistantships. Different scholarships have different requirements such as merit, leadership, volunteer work and so on.

So, there you go.

A Master鈥檚 degree can unlock the door to a secure life and a fulfilling career.

Give yourself the best possible opportunity today!

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E-commerce can be described as saying used to clarify the whole process of marketing and purchasing of services and goods thru virtual transmission. It demands firm pursuits like advertising, money, making, sign up and standby time with the electronic mail. E-business electronically allows sales concerning companies and folks via the worldwide web site. It really is accessible all around the environment ever since it possesses a global attain. In addition to that, it consists of widespread guidelines and requires a two-way interaction amongst the purchaser and the store.

E-business has gone via moderate remodeling phases considering its beginning inside the 1970鈥檚. It set about aided by the Electronic Files Interchange (EDI), which succeeded standard faxing of paperwork precisely where it started a form of shifting written documents electronically. This move of written documents in one home computer to the next occured with no need of human assistance. In 1982, the use of B2B mandatory the effective use of PC鈥檚 to create shopping online more financially rewarding. A precursor to the net known as Minitel, was offered. By 1999, Minitel interconnected over 25 thousand members through the entire computers system. In 1991 the Link, Web-page coding and HTTP were actually produced.

The Federal Art Groundwork started out asking a fee for signing up of website names. Amazon . com a planet shop started in 1995 that led also to the creation of yahoo and Google. E-business has changed by means of 3 phases seeing that its development. They are the invention point, debt consolidation step additionally, the reinvention phase. Improvement happened from 1995-2000 which provided a program in which sellers and buyers received superior quality advice.

Throughout this phase, E-business was technically run and had additional increased exposure of profits increase. Opportunity capitalists financed startups. The federal government, having said that, failed to manage the control and use of the online. The loan consolidation period acquired more traditional develops, which begun to utilize the internet and improve the business enterprise which had been already started. On this stage, even more importance was on enterprise and more level was on helping to make profit margins. The consolidation period obtained tiny control on the utilization of the net.

As a consequence of amount of people who have been when using the website there seems to be require for securing of transactions performed .In 2004, the business of Transaction Unit card Sector Safety and security Benchmarks Authorities (PCI), took place to offer security measures and make sure all pointers were definitely met up with. One more was the re-innovation place that took place in 2006, and social network was obviously a leading solution to e-trade. At this time the net is visitors and group influenced. Legislation and security by federal is substantial The way forward for e-business is subject to different reasons. The pricing of computer systems is amazingly very high and as such this could have a adverse influence on e-business growing. The online world has sophisticated operating systems and requires skillsets so that they can comprehend functions which can lessen just how many people with the word wide web. Additionally, online store contains a method of removing the gift buying experience.

E-trade has got an convenience in the feeling that making use of cell phones will increase the assortment of enterprise, transacted from the net. Improved capabilities, usage of movie libraries and incorporation of your internet thru the television models and utilize of cellular internet should have a confident influence over e-commerce. The growth of consumer loan companies will confidently expand clients. The progression of capital transport through credits cards and growth of commercially made cards during the fundamental downtown establishments improves accessibility internet.

With customer self confidence online, ecommerce will keep growing and broaden. Social network is actively playing a serious job because it possesses an start software where buyers and sellers can relate and trade contact lenses because it is significantly more involving. Personalization by organizations with their people will develop e-business. Every element of deal from on-webpage adventure to societal aimed towards throughout email address will raise purchases. It will boost the looking expertise for the consumers.

With modification of merchandise by retail stores, the vendor will help make alot more product sales and will also boost the promote over the internet. This requires consuming knowledge on the shopper and designing in their inclination. Video recording customization makes it easier to modify into depth device. Movie conferencing enables buyers to figure in hand when using the shop to find exact different sizes and will fit because of their merchandise.

Another essential component of e-trade is evolution of three dimensional making. This will likely allow for prospects to design their own personal cloth fabric or clothing with the online. Company should certainly implement use of the cell to advertise their products industry with no cost shipping solutions, extensive yield durations and internet based obtain following increases buyer faithfulness and satisfaction. Consistent improvement and personalization of sites will boost market in a big way, as buyers could have a base to have feed-back on products offered and services made. It is going to produce an desirable software, that can get more clients who acquire trust during the strategy. E-business shows so it will keep growing with the development of smartphones with various platforms with the web. Customer support will likely be factor to these online sales and safeguards of private data produced.

E-business will subsequently in the foreseeable future have a superior possibility of advancement as a result of extensive subscriber base and word wide web innovation. The roll-out of smartphones on the market, and simpler convenience to the net like totally free WI-FI on mobile handsets and computer system software applications, will ensure that e-trade will continue to grow at a speedier fee than prior years. As increasing numbers of laws and regulations are produced and imposed to protect prospect info in promoting confidentiality, buyers will gain more faith in ordering solutions internet which will improve the organization at significant.

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A Pi Kappa Psi fraternity

A Kappa Kappa Tau Sorority

The Fraternities and Sororities identify themselves using Greek letters often initials of a Greek motto which has an underlying meaning. They have their own logos, induction ceremonies or rituals and motto’s. It鈥檚 a fun way of learning values like leadership, community service and numerous soft skills through experiences.
So without further ado let’s get down to the brass tacks, shall we!

ASTRO – Fraternities and Sororities

1. 听All of the Apollo 11 astronauts were from fraternities.
Neil Armstrong pledged Phi Delta Theta fraternity from Purdue University with a GPA of 4.8 out of 6. He was also a member of Kappa Kappa Psi.听Buzz Aldrin was a part of Tau Beta Pi chapter of MIT while pursuing a D.S. in Aeronautics. Michael Collins was a part of a fraternity during his stay at United States Military Academy at West Point.

2. Guess what Indiana Jones, Han Solo, Jack Ryan and Rick Deckard have in common?
The epic Harrison Ford who portrayed all these characters is from Sigma Nu fraternity of Ripon College.

3. George W. Bush was a member of Delta Kappa Epsilon. About 44% of U.S presidents have held fraternity memberships.

4. The youngest woman to ever grace the cover of Forbes Billionaire list!
Sara Blakely founder of 鈥楽panx鈥�, was a member of Delta Delta Delta at Florida State University.

5. Warren Buffett also called the 鈥極racle of Omaha鈥� most successful investor of the 20th century.
He was an Alpha Sigma Phi alumni during the two years he spent at Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

6. First female astronaut from US Sally Ride.
She belonged to Delta Zeta sorority, which happens to be the largest international sorority and second largest sorority in the United States, with over 160 chapters.

7. GPA of fraternity/sorority members is higher than the GPA of non-fraternity members.

Fraternity houses and sororities are fun and a great learning experience, choose wisely.

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10. Dallas

Being one of the liveliest cities in the US, Dallas has a bunch of inventive and entertaining stuff for students. Dallas is known for its Barbecue, Authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. The trolley rides are absolutely free of charge and it helps students who fancy traveling in and around the exciting city. Life in University of Dallas is simply amazing. You will have the access to health care, recreation, career and counseling, and a number of student organizations.

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9. Philadelphia

South to New York City, Philadelphia has many places of historical interest, cultural venues and lots of exciting clubs for students. Philadelphia welcomes around 40 million visitors every year. Reading terminal market is without doubt, one of the best food stops in Philadelphia, for visitors. The food there is amazingly delicious. The city boasts of University of Pennsylvania, which excels in instruction and research in the arts and sciences and in a wide range of professional disciplines. People in Philadelphia are hard-working and inspiring.

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8. Ann Arbor, Michigan

Ann Arbor is a happening city with vibrant musical venues, museums and a variety of theaters for students to explore. The sheer number of opportunities for students in Ann Arbor is too high, as it features an all-embracing educational and recreational society. Zinger-man’s Deli is one of the most tempting place to have your food and it would for sure, delight your soul (Even Obama has visited once!) 听The University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, is one of the most prestigious institutions in the United States.

7. Austin, Texas

Austin allows students to walk around, discover and get involved in social, philanthropic and even adventurous events. The University of Texas in Austin has a gorgeous campus. Bullock Texas State History Museum is one of the best in the city for history buffs. The cost of living is comparatively low and you can easily strike a conversation with anyone in the city. There is lot of walking and hiking activities around the city, as the weather is pleasing and enjoyable.

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6.听Chicago

Dominated by skyscrapers and Lakeside beaches, Chicago is known for its predominant musical heritage. The two reputed universities in Chicago- Northwestern University and University of Chicago, has been a pioneer, educating tons of passionate students from around the world. The city has so much to offer and the public transport is also reliable and cheap. Talking to strangers might be very exciting as people over there are not only loud but friendly. You have plentiful opportunities to get acquainted with the city fast.

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5. San Francisco

San Francisco is one of the very few places in United States that is Vegetarian-Friendly. Dining options are in plenty, with delicious vegetarian food available even in restaurants that serve meat. 听One of the best cities for biking, there are beautiful parks in the city that offer a wonderful place for meditation. Stanford University and University of California-Berkeley are some of the finest听universities in San Francisco.

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4.听Los Angeles

Abode of Hollywood Movie industry, Los Angeles has a flourishing passion for Literature, fine arts and music. The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and University of Southern California share a great zeal in attracting students to their hometown. One splendid trait of Los Angeles is that, there鈥檚 something for every student’s鈥� budget and favor.

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3.听Washington DC

With a diverse population and thrilling range of leisure and cultural pursuits, Washington DC offers a lot of variety for students from different parts of the world. Home of the White House and the Supreme Court, it also consist of many National monuments and museums. With a plethora of entertainment features, nightlife is one of the best in Washington DC. You can have fun nights with DJ and a glass of cocktail in places like Adams Morgan and Cafe Asia.

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2.听Ithaca, New York

Student-life in New York is an experience of its own. Ranked No.1 for the ethnic food and big restaurants, New York is a paradise for food lovers. With Columbia University and New York University (NYC) topping the league of good universities around the globe, New York garnishes ample opportunities for students who love technology. New York is environmentally friendly, peaceful and clean. The well maintained public transportation can be of a great help to students.

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1.听Boston听

Well known as the hub of academia, Boston boasts of renowned universities like MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and Harvard University. The Boston common established in 1634 is one of the oldest parks around the world to relax. There is celebration around the city always; that is only because of the sports calendar. In addition to the two Ivy League universities, there are five internationally ranked universities in Boston. Harvard University and Boston Public Library own the most volumes excluding the Library of congress. No wonder it is called 鈥渢he Athens of America鈥�.

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