Top 24  Post graduation courses  2020-2021

If you are reading this article then it is well understood that you completed your schooling? , more obviously you have also completed your 12^th (or inter), graduation and are now waiting which course you have to choose when you take your masters ( PG – Post graduation), well the answer is pretty simple because it is not that difficult to choose mater degree, as you have taken a decision of choosing the subject of your interest in bachelors course itself, so it is obvious that you will choose one of the Post-graduation courses in the same course you have completed your Graduation. So for example, if you have completed your Bachelor of Technology then it is quite obvious that you will go for M-tech (Masters of technology) and then you can also choose to further go for any P.hd courses in the same stream.

Post-graduation course or Masters is a two-year course, you will understand the subjects deeply and intellectually, most people go for double post-graduation courses, because after all the only qualification for getting in any PG college is to have a graduate degree in your hands, and as time allows you can choose to do as many as Postgraduate courses without limit. But some of the Post-graduation courses only strictly allow the candidate with the same Graduate course in hand. Also, These best courses after graduation allow you to pivot your degree if you took up an under-graduate course out of peer pressure, or lack of clarity. This allows a chance to start over, further to drive into your preferred field. It also helps gain recruiters’ favor and giving you better opportunities and salaries.

IN the post-graduation courses list you will find 

This article will take you through different types of Post-graduation courses and will help you choose one of the interesting courses after graduation those suits you….Take a tour along as we browse the number of courses available.

The following are the different post-graduation courses available

1)PGDM:

On completing graduation, students will want to take up PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management). The curriculum in PGDM is always up to date when compared to the MBA syllabus, as Autonomous colleges that are not joined to every university usually offer PGDM. They always keep their curriculum updated for both university-affiliated colleges or universities or the syllabus and changes will only be made if the university modifies it. Many of the well-known institutes record immediate placement of around 7% PGDM students every year.

2)MBA:

An MBA from a reputed institute has a tremendous market value these days, and it remains one of the top-notch career options of more than 40% of graduates today. You cannot just opt for any specialization in an MBA course, you have to be selective. If you want to choose an institute, then BML University offers lucrative options like HR, Finance and Marketing, and many others. Moreover, their partnership with opening foreign Management Institutes also offers the best global exposure for top management positions.

3)M.Tech:

Unlike (both management courses) mentioned above, M.TECH is a technical course. For applying for this course you will need graduation in B. Tech or B.E, and then you can take this two-year long course. This is basically for students who want to specialize in their core subjects, they must surely go for this course.

4)PGPM

A management program with a duration of 1 year. The fee for this course is pretty high. But if you are looking for a course that you can complete in a short time, this management degree is one of the best options. One important point to be noted is that this is a certificate course and not a degree.

5)PGDEMA- Event Management course:

Event management is now mostly taken by the students who want to start their own business venture and even for graduates who are searching for job opportunities. Event management course gets you a job with well-paid packages too, and the very reason it seems to be catching up in popularity today. If you have a certificate in event management certainly gives you greater scope in this field. This is a one year course and is full-time.

6)PGD in Hotel Management:

If you want something more in your life, you should go for Hotel Management as this will get you one step closer to your dreams. Students who have a degree(any stream) qualify for this hotel management course. This program begins with elementary (knives and forks) training and then to management and hospitality. Many colleges also offer internships for students wanting to gain experience. The period for this course is one year.

7)Certification in Finance and Accounts

This is a certificate course provided by a number of reputed institutes in India that has been predominantly designed for students pursuing B.Com. Also, the time period for this course is very less – yes, it is just for a period of 4 weeks! This course gives you knowledge about different business processes and even finances leading. You will get familiar with the technologies introduced in the market for greater efficiency.

8)Business Accounting and Taxation

Students of commerce background who wants to be an expert in taxation and accounting are one of the best short term courses after graduation in commerce. The duration of this course is about 90 days the fee charged is around 45,000. You will learn the SAP modules, accounting models, financial statements, workforce policies, etc.

9)Tally

This course is planned especially for small-sized industries. Not all industries can pay for or need SAP. Knowledge in Tally will certainly help commerce-based graduates to acquire a job. The fee for this course is quite reasonable for the course. You will learn Billing, Accounting, Banking and Taxation, Payroll, etc. in this particular course. The period for this course is three months.

10)PGDM in Finance

A PGDM in Finance remains one of the best choices for many students interested in pursuing a career in the management of finances. For students who were not able to complete M.Com, PGDM Finance is the next best choice. Although students of commerce are often interested in picking up the PGDM Finance since they already have the required background, anybody with an interest in this field can select it. Taking up a full-time PGDM Finance course of 2 years is the best for landing lucrative job offers too!

11)Masters of Commerce ( M.Com):

M.Com is another one of the best courses with great career prospects. It offers deep knowledge on various domains of the field of commerce, which includes business, accounting, finance, statistics, economics, taxation, management, and marketing. If you are getting an M.Com degree it a fool-proof way of gaining access to exceptional job opportunities in the fields of banking, auditing, and finance, marketing, and insurance amongst others.

• Typical duration: 2 years
• Eligibility: Graduation degree in any field (preferably those with a B. Com degree)

12)Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Management

This course will support you in cultivating the basics of Computer knowledge as well as Coding Knowledge. All the course topics are related to elementary programming and C language. This is a one year course

13)Management in Digital Marketing

In an era of the internet, from ordering a pizza to locating a place on map or booking tickets. Digital Marketing now has enormous scope for anyone who is interested in marketing a new way. SEO is the root of the Google mechanism. As online shopping becomes larger than life, people now no longer go out searching for things they need when they can get them with just a click. All of us use social media and spend our time online which even makes it an interesting career option. Many now are looking forward to hiring digital marketing people.

14)Mobile App Development:

There is not one person who does not have a smartphone these days.  People either use Android or IOS, and this applies to both the young and old. If you are having a  phone it means that you are using various apps on our phones for various purposes like food, music, fitness, work, traveling, etc. So, there are millions of apps that you can find on the phone. Now you can find apps for practically anything. Attaining this course means that you can create the nest top app of the decade.

15)Machine Learning :

Artificial Intelligence is considered the near future for next-generation, as expected by professionals. Maybe it in everyday life or digital set-up, machine learning, and Artificial intelligence will take over as the major game-changer that you will experience. Cars also are becoming autonomous vehicles with the help of Artificial Intelligence. THE intended AI revolution is being used for advantages for many sectors such as insurance, media, banking, etc. Experts state that within no time it will be very hard to differentiate between real or AI. So, this is a very big subject that attracts many today, so you can definitely consider it an option too. Soon you will get a clearer idea of what people are looking for when it comes to studies after graduation. And depending on the preferences and dreams you have, you can gear up to pursue the course of your choice.

Some of the professional courses

16)PMP (Project Management Professional):

PMP certification is one of the most eminent proficient certificates across the world for Project Management. While PMP certification is not the one and only feature of experience for Project Management professionals, it certainly it is a course that gives knowledge of the field. The certification course introduces candidates to various project management tools and techniques while also offering hands-on project training. During the course, you not only learn how to manage project timelines, but also will teach you to best use project resources, and how to deliver projects within a set time.

Eligibility Criteria: Most of the PMP courses require a Bachelor’s degree and a little experience in project management.

Fees: Depending on the institution you choose, for a PMP course fee will range anywhere between Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 50,000.

17)Masters in Data Science:

It is the best course you can take up after graduation, Data science has rightly earned its nickname as the sensual job of the 21st century because, in a world where 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are produced every day, a professional who can organize this data to provide business solutions is indeed the hero!

Some of the best institutions offering this course in India:

1. IIM Calcutta + ISI Kolkata + IIT Kharagpur: They offer a 2-year full-time course with 18 months of industry training and 6 months internship.
2. Praxis: Gurgaon, is giving a  1-year full-time course with 9-months training and a 3-month internship.
3. IIM Bangalore: Here you will have a 6-month part-time course held at the Bangalore campus. It is a course meant for people with 4+ years of experience.

18)Chartered Financial Analyst:

For those students who are interested in finance over STEM, Chartered Financial Analyst is a very reliable course to pursue. While Chartered Accounting was the course that all commerce students take up, CFA has arisen to become a topmost choice because of its global and inclusive curriculum and opens up a variety of very well-paid job opportunities in investment banking, research analysis, portfolio management, or financial strategy.

Eligibility Criteria:

The candidate must hold an international passport, and one of the following:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree,
• Be in the final year of your bachelor’s degree program ( any degree program),
• Have four years of qualified, professional work experience,
• Have a combination of work and college experience that totals at least four years

Let us check a few more courses

 19)Master of Science ( M.SC)

M.Sc is a postgraduate course that offers specializations in various fields of science like clinical research, nutrition and dietetics, mathematics, physics, biotechnology, food science, chemistry, microbiology, and environmental sciences. The program also offers practical and theoretical knowledge to the students in the specialization of their choice. It is noted as a course amongst the most popular choices of science and engineering students. Those who choose to enroll in this program can opt to make a career in the research and development industry. Many prestigious colleges and universities all across the country and abroad offer this course.

• Duration: 2 years
• Entrance Exam: GATE
• Eligibility: Graduation degree in engineering or science (B. Sc, B. Tech/ B.E.)

20) Post Graduate diploma in Plan protection:

It is a professional course that offers practical knowledge, along with theoretical, business aspects of diseases, pests, and weed problems in plants. Students learn how to protect plants by utilizing the appropriate pest and weed control techniques. Apart from theoretical and practical sessions, the program’s curriculum consists of assignments, essays, in-class problem-solving exercises, practical and theoretical exams, and case studies. This program is an impeccable fit for those who wish to pursue a career in research, agro-industry, and plant breeding.

• Typical duration: 1 year
• Eligibility: Graduation degree in any field

21)Masters of art in applied Economics :

It is a full-time postgraduate program that offers deep knowledge of the management and finance sectors. It helps students understand the new principles of economic theory by helping them develop their problem-solving skills and training them in the collection and analysis of data. The curriculum includes the concepts of advanced economic theory, past trends and new methods, techniques introduced constantly in the field are micro and macroeconomics, international economics, and financial systems. The course also consists of quite a few internship programs, seminars, and workshops.

• Typical duration: 2 years
• Eligibility: Graduation degree in any field

22)Masters of art in Journalism and Mass Communication :

It is a post-graduate program in the field of mass communications. The course is carefully planned to prepare students for the dynamic media and mass communication industry. The course essentially involves the study of various forms of mass media such as newspapers, television, radio, and films for conveying information to the masses. This gives the students insight into advanced practical and theoretical knowledge of various aspects of the media industry, including journalism, event management, advertising, and public relations. Apart from classes and practical sessions, the program’s curriculum also includes making short films, doing research, industrial interactions, news channel visits, and guest lectures.

• Typical duration: 2 years
• Eligibility: Graduation degree in any field

23)Postgraduate Diploma in Event Management( PGDM) :

This is a job-oriented course in the field of event management and organizing. It is a practical skill-based curriculum that prepares students for the fast growth event management industry. The program includes subjects like basic event management, brand management, presentation and communication skills, event planning, sponsorships, and ideation and costing. The curriculum also involves workshops, live projects, grooming sessions, guest lectures, industry visits, and seminars. The course is exclusively designed to transform students into proficient event managers. Students enrolling in this program can pursue a career in PR, corporate event management, wedding planning, concert management, exhibition management, and sports management.

• Typical duration: 1 year
• Eligibility: Graduation degree in any field

24)Masters in fashion design:

A postgraduate program that offers in-depth knowledge of the economic, ethical, social, cultural, and ecological aspects of the fashion sector. The course makes a student efficient in the application of the principles of design and aesthetics to garments and accessories to create products according to global fashion demands. On completing this course, students can further their careers by working for prestigious fashion designing companies, shopping malls, high-end boutiques, fashion magazines, and academic institutes.

1. Typical duration: 2 years
2. Entrance Exam: NIFT
3. Eligibility: Graduation degree in any field

Conclusion:

These days, many multinational companies are looking to recruit those candidates who have additional qualifications along with their graduation degree. Before choosing any course it is necessary for a c candidate to understand where his/her interest rests and should try to sharpen that skill, and set the initial goals any time before selecting a particular course, which will serve as driving energy after graduation for your career. Before accomplishing this, one should remember where he/she wish to see themselves in a few years. Your ability will help you decide the course which will pleasantly match with your career choice

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