Careers in
Medicine
Medicine is one of the most sort out and
rewarding career for those interested in Science and dealing with sick people.
Over the years, the field of medical studies have undergone various stages of
development, it has become so vast that specialisations within are increasing
day by day. There is great scope for medicine as a professional career.
A doctor's profession involves a lot of hard
work and at the same time, it gives the satisfaction of curing patients at times
even saving lives. It is a very demanding profession. To be in this profession
is more a responsibility than a privilege. It is more of what you can give the
community than what you can get from it.
The increasing complicated lifestyles giving
birth to a variety of ailments have made it impossible for General Physicians
with an MBBS degree to handle all ailments. It is here that specialisation in a
particular branch of medicine becomes a necessity. The major Specialisations
include General Medicine, General Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology,
Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), Psychiatry,
Anesthesiology etc. There is also Super Specialisations which require a further
3-5 years of study in areas such as Plastic Surgery, Neurosurgery,
Cardio-thoracic surgery, Conito-urinary surgery, Paediatric Surgery,
Gastroenterology, Endocrinology and Clinical Haematology.
The demand for medical professionals are
tremendously increasing with the unfortunate upsurge of diseases and ailments
day by day. At the same time super specialty hospitals are mushrooming both
within the country and abroad offering employment opportunities. These along
with liberalization of economy could bring better opportunities for these
professionals in terms of remuneration, research and working facilities.
Other than Allopathy, medicine also covers
different systems like Homeopathy, Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani etc.
Eligibility
Educational: The basic or
degree level qualification for a medical profession is MBBS (Bachelor of
Medicine And Bachelor Of Surgery) which is of 5 1/2 years duration (including 1
year internship). Selection for MBBS is through an All India Entrance
Examination. (Details in Entrance Details & Syllabus). The qualification
required for entrance is 10+2 or equivalent with Science subjects. In the case
of private medical colleges entrance examinations are conducted by the
institutes individually. In addition to MBBS, candidate should complete House
Surgency or internship for one year.
The course content includes anatomy,
physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, forensic
medicine, general medicine, surgery, ophthalmology, ENT (ear, nose and throat),
gynaecology and obstetrics, paediatrics, orthopaedics and preventive and social
medicine.
After MBBS, candidates can go for post
graduate level studies (MD or MS) through another entrance. At the post graduate
level, there is specialisation in Medicine and Surgery. Post Graduate Programmes
(MD or MS) is usually of 3 years duration. The major Specialisations include
General Medicine, General Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology,
Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), Psychiatry,
Anesthesiology etc.
Those with Post Graduation (MD or MS or M.Sc
in Medicine) can further opt for super-specialisation. i.e. they can go for Ph.D
in any specialised area of medicine. MD or MS holders can complete the Doctoral
Programme (Ph.D) in 2 years and M.Sc Medicine holders in 3 years.
For practicing as a physician or surgeon,
one needs to have completed the MBBS course from a recognised medical college
and must possess a license from the State Medical Council to practice.
Personal Attributes: Should
have good memory and recollection ability, service mentality, stamina, patience,
power of concentration, emotional stability, logical and analytical
Film
is probably the broadest and most varied creative opportunity in mass media.
Films, a blend of creativity and technicality are an important media, not only
for entertainment and information, but also for communication. Films, the most
international medium, has developed into a universal art form that transcends
cultural differences. Film making include feature films, documentaries,
newsreels, Promotional films, TV commercials, music Videos etc.
The Merchant Navy is a non-combatant
commercial fleet, which deals with transporting cargo and occasionally,
passengers, by sea. Its fleet is therefore composed of passenger vessels, cargo
liners, tankers, carriers, as well as other special types of vehicles. A career
in this field is full of adventure and long voyages to exotic places. Above all
this, the excellent pay and promising promotional opportunities make the career
lucrative and exciting in spite of all the hard work life and long absence from
family and home.
India
which has always been a centre for the textile and garment trade is also growing
into a centre of innovation in garment and accessory design. Fashion technology
has a wide scope for choosing a career. Now the fashion industry has become so
specialized that it encompasses a vast field of studies in design, concept
management, design production management, quality control, planning, fabric
design, printing, fashion accessory design, fashion merchandising, textile
science, colour mixing, marketing and so on. 
With
the advent of various music channels on TV, Video jockeying is becoming an
exciting career option for the music crazy generation. The main job of the VJ is
to introduce music videos and host music related shows on Television. But as
competition increases, music channels are on the trend of incorporating many
diverse shows to attract the public, especially the youth. So the VJ's area of
work involves apart from introducing videos; hosting game to travel shows to
youth forums, chatting with the public, doing interviews with artists and music
celebrities etc. In short, they act as intermediary figures between the audience
and the musicians or music videos. It may also involve off- camera work like
deciding on the theme and choosing the songs to suit the theme of the show,
participating in promotionals like road shows, attending theme parties and with
experience, even writing script for the show at times.
Electronics
Engineering is one of the largest and fastest growing industries. It covers a
wide range of applications we use daily and which make our life easier and
enjoyable such as Television, Radio, computers, telecommunication etc. They
helps us to see, hear and communicate over vast distances and do things faster.
Electronics has a major role in improving productivity in industries like oil,
energy, agriculture and so many other important sectors of economy. In steel,
petroleum and chemical industries it is the electronic devices that direct,
control and test production processes. Health care industry depend on electronic
instruments to perform chemical tests and to check body functions. The safety in
transportation, factories and mines and in homes rely heavily on electronics.
The uses are endless. 
Veterinary
Science is the science of diagnosing, treating and curing the diverse types of
diseases in birds and animals. The subject broadly covers the study of animal
physiology, treatment and prevention of diseases among animals. The basic
principles of this specialized branch of study are quite similar to that of
human medical sciences. But the job profile of a veterinary doctor or a vet is
much more than that of a general physician or a surgeon. It involves not only
taking care of animal health but also includes scientific breeding and handling
of livestock. 
Medical
Laboratory Technology also called Clinical laboratory science is an allied
health profession which is concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and
prevention of disease through the use of clinical laboratory tests. These tests
help doctors to detect, diagnose and treat diseases. A Medical Laboratory
Technologist (MLT) do these tests by analyzing body fluids, tissues, blood
typing, microorganism screening, chemical analyses, cell counts of human body
etc. They play an important role in collecting the information's needed,
sampling, testing, reporting and documentation of these investigations. They
determine the presence, extent or absence of disease and provide data needed to
evaluate the effectiveness of treatment.
Dentistry,
a lucrative profession, is concerned with all health problems afflicting the
mouth, teeth, gums and other hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity. It is
accepted as a professional field which includes dental care and correction.
Dentists help people maintain their health and appearance. 
Travel and Tourism one of the world's largest foreign
exchange earner among industries, provides employment directly to millions of
people worldwide and indirectly through many associated service industries. A
very wide industry, it includes Government tourism departments, Immigration and
customs services, travel agencies, airlines, tour operators, hotels etc and many
associated service industries such as airline catering or laundry services,
Guides, Interpreters, Tourism promotion and sales etc. Travel and Tourism
enterprises include major internationals with a workforce of thousands, to the
small private travel agent with a handful of employees. 
Medical
Transcription is one of the fastest growing fields in health care. Medical
Transcriptionists are in demand in Western countries especially in the US where
the entire healthcare industry is based on insurance and detailed medical
records are needed for processing insurance claims. Medical transcription could
be one of the speedy growing IT enabled service in India also, with the rapid
change in the outlook in Indian healthcare and privatization of the insurance
sector. India provides an ideal location for conducting medical transcription
with the large population of educated English speaking people and the
comparative low cost which encourages companies abroad to outsource their work
to the Indian Medical Transcription field. 
Teaching
is a highly noble profession, most suited one especially for women. Teachers are
always a boon to society. Through their intelligence, patience and wisdom, they
attempt to not only hone the learner's intellect and aptitude but also, create a
well-rounded personality. Teaching has an influence in developing ones mind and
character and also gives the satisfaction of having sparked the light of
knowledge and dispelled the clouds of ignorance. 
Mechanical
engineering, the broadest of all Engineering disciplines deals with design and
production of tools, machines and all other mechanical equipment to be used in
industries. The industry offers a wide choice of options extending across many
interdisciplinary interdependent specialties. Mechanical engineering is
concerned with all types of machinery in industries and all aspects of their
mechanism and functioning; the design, development, construction, production,
installation, operation and maintenance; such as large steam and gas turbines,
components of thermal power stations, internal combustion engines, jet engines,
machine tools, air conditioning and heating machines, refrigerators etc to name
a few. They not only design and create new products, but also develop materials
for them and ways of making them. 
In
India, dance is an age-old tradition. This vast sub-continent has given birth to
varied forms of dancing, each shaped by the influences of a particular period
and environment. Indian dance is an extremely intricate art requiring skill,
hard work and discipline. All Indian dances portray some expression of life and
almost every dance posture has a specific meaning. Dance themes are derived from
mythology, folklore, legends and classical literature.
Tea
is one of the most refreshing and popular beverages of the world. India being
the world's largest producer, exporter and consumer of tea there is wide scope
for careers in this field. Though not a very well known career option, jobs in
this area can be interesting. 
Libraries
are repositories of knowledge, information and entertainment. The basic aim of
library is to disseminate knowledge. With the upsurge in the number of
institutes in the field of learning and the intensification of research
activities, the importance of libraries is also growing. This has made the
librarianship attain the status of a separate discipline in the universe of
knowledge. Librarianship is the profession which concerns with organising,
maintenance and storage of books in a library. Librarians are the custodians of
library. Librarians assist people in finding information and using it
effectively in their personal and professional lives. (They help people to
navigate the increasingly far-flung and voluminous world of data.)
Company
Secretary is a professional course administered by The Institute of Company
Secretaries of India (ICSI) under the Company Secretaries Act, 1980 to develop
and regulate the profession of Company Secretaries in India. According to the
Companies Act, companies with a paid up of Rs 50 lakh are required to appoint a
Company Secretary. Company Secretary course gives you knowledge and
understanding of the modern practice in corporate financial and legal affair. To
become a company secretary, the candidate need to pass the Foundation,
Intermediate, and Final course conducted by the institute and further, they need
to undergo practical training to become eligible for the membership as a Company
Secretary.