Tourism Education- Introduction

Indian Tourism industry has witnessed a tremendous growth in last few years. In the era of globalization and liberalization, more and more people are becoming travel and tourism oriented. It has almost become a need for the masses, origination from the toughness of daily chores of life. One of the profitable side effects of this phenomenon is multiple new job opportunities in India. Many new people are joining the popular tourism courses. In fact, many youngsters who seek travel and adventure in life and oriented towards exploring new places, for them travel and tourism industry in India offers a lucrative career choice.

 

Indian education system provides various travel and tourism courses. Various graduate and postgraduate courses are available to aspiring students. Few of the courses are; Post Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management, Masters in Tourism, Diploma in Destination Management, Master of Tourism Administration, and Post Graduate Diploma in Travel and Tourism Industry Management. Masters in Tourism is one of the foremost courses in tourism education. Interesting point to note is most of these post Graduate programs are of one year duration. Though, few universities offer two years course as well. Like, Benaras Hindu University offers MA in Tourism Management which is a two year postgraduation course. Similarly, Himachal Pradesh University offers 2-year postgraduate program in Tourism Administration. With the growing popularity of tourism industry in India, more and more colleges and universities are coming up with numerous courses in travel and tourism. 

 

Bio-Tech in India

Bio tech is one of the more advanced branches of science. It plays a very crucial role in the development and growth of human kind. Several industries like agriculture, food science, pharmaceuticals, animal husbandry, health care etc use bio-technology in order to serve various needs of humans. Bio tech also helps in recycling industrial and human waste products. Bio-technology is basically technological function which utilizes the existing organisms or organic system. At the core of bio-technology is industrial and pharmaceutical application of molecular biology and cell science. Several disciplines like genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, embryology and cell biology are associated with bio-tech. Streams like robotics and chemical engineering also use bio tech.

 

Bio Tech is quite popular in India. It has attained popularity amongst students especially in last one-two decades. India environment provides good opportunities in bio tech sector because of amazing biodiversity, well spread research laboratories, flourishing agriculture sector and large number of man power. Bio technology in India has specialists like engineers, doctors, research associates etc.  Bio technology covers a wide range of fields including Bioinformatics, Marine Biotechnology, Bio fertilizers, National Bioresource Development and Plant Biology

 

In India several courses in bio technology are available. Right from under graduate courses to post graduate and PhD curses, students have many choices. Under- graduate courses are B.Sc, B.Tech. In Bio tech whereas post-graduate courses are M.Sc and M.Tech. For getting admission into the post-graduate courses, the candidate should be qualified graduate in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Microbiology.

 

Many good colleges and universities in India provide courses in bio-technology. Some of them are, Indian Institute of Technology, University of Pune, Mahatma Gandhi University, Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Guru Nanak Dev University, Sinhgad College of Science in Maharashtra, Punjab University in Punjab, Al-Ameen College, University of Delhi and Annamalai University in Tamil Nadu.

Company secretary

Company secretary is a major career in financial sector. It is very celebrated career as well as financially gratifying. One of the most influential and powerful position in an organization’s hierarchy, company secretary works as an interface between different layers of the organization. He works as an important link between shareholders, government, regulatory authorities, board of directors and the organization.

 

Why company secretary is so important to the companies can be understood from the fact that as per section 383A of the Companies Act, 1956, all the companies which have paid up share capital of Rs. Two crores or more are required to employ a full time company secretary. Apart from that, those companies who have a paid-up share capital of Rs.Ten Lakhs or more but less than Rs.Two Crores, have to hire services of a Secretary in full-time practice for the purpose of issuing of compliance Certificate. This provision in law opens many avenues for company secretaries.

 

The profession of company secretaries in India is regulated by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). To become company secretary one has to clear three stages of Foundation Course, Intermediate Course, and Final Course. Similar to cost accountant and chartered accountant the eligibility for joining foundation course is clearance of senior secondary examination. To join intermediate course, candidates have to either clear foundation course or must be a graduate. The duration of foundation course is 8 months, whereas of intermediate course is 9 months. Once student clears final examination, he or she is eligible for Associate Membership of the Institute by undergoing practical training.

Cost and Work Accountant

In last post we discussed about Chartered Accountancy course. In the field of commerce, there are several other promising courses like Company secretary ship and Cost Accountants. These two also boast of great demand. Because of liberalization, cost and work accountants have found new found opportunities. Many of the government and private organizations, public utility sector, finance and banking industry greatly require cost and work accountant. Even sectors like education, research centers etc also require these professionals in view of decreased governmental roles. Now a day it has become a common sight to see cost and wok accountants acquiring prominent positions in many organizations because of their skills and value addition factor. These cost and work accountants act as regulatory agencies. These professionals are responsible for providing forecasting and accurate diagnosis for various financials projects. These professionals often use parameters like organization’s financial performance. Companies often get huge help in deciding their financial actions in view of these forecasting

 

Cost accountancy in India is handled and operated by Institute of Cost and works Accountants of India (ICWAI). Its ICWAI’s responsibility to support and control this profession. Like chartered accountancy course ICWAI examination also has three phases. These stages are called Foundation, Intermediate and Final. Any senior secondary passed student can take foundation examination. Graduates are eligible to take admission in the intermediate stage of cost accountancy course. Once intermediate stage is cleared, students are eligible for appearing in final examination. 18 months is the minimum time duration for clearing intermediate as well as final examination. After clearing final examination, students with relevant work experience van join any designation in numerous organizations.

Chartered Accountant

 

Commerce is one of the most popular subjects in India at graduation and post graduation level. One of the prime reasons for commerce popularity is impact of globalization. Since the dawn of globalization and liberalization in India, the service sector as a whole has grown up by leaps and bounds.  Because of the boom in service sector, commerce stream offers too many wonderful career opportunities. The commerce study starts at plus two level. Afterwards students can opt for commerce stream (B.Com) in graduation. Simultaneously they can opt for the job of Accountant. A commerce graduate stands a great chance in many careers. The major commerce careers are Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary, and Cost and Work Accountant. Apart from these, CFA, MBA, stock market and insurance are other attractive options.

 

Talking of Chartered Accountant, it is one of the most lucrative careers in India. The apex body of chartered accountancy course in India is Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). The rising Indian economy has given wonderful opportunities to the candidates choosing chartered accountancy course. Chartered accountants are highly talented with rewarding pay package and are constantly in demand.

 

This course has three levels,

Entry Level Test that is Common Proficiency Test

First period of Theoretical Education, i.e., Professional Competence Course

Final period of Theoretical Education, i.e. Final Course.

 

Students can appear for entry level test after plus two examinations. Professional competence course can be joined by clearing entry level test. This stage involves article ship and IT training. After first stage, student can appear for final stage at the successful completion of which students are entitled to earn the degree of chartered accountant.

Yoga Education in India-3

There are various Yoga courses available in India. Few of the yoga courses are as follows-

 

Yoga Pravesh: - Yoga Pravesh course is for one-month duration. In this course various types of breathing courses are taught to the students. Suryanamaskaras, one of the most popular Aasans is also taught in this course. The course conductors of Yoga classes deliver lectures related to Yoga in this course.

 

Yoga Pravin: - Yoga Pravin is a popular Diploma course in Yoga Education. Under this course many research works related to Yoga is undertaken. Few Pranayams and Purification processes are taught in this course which helps students in having a good control over primary techniques of Yoga.

 

Yoga Sopan: - it can be considered as one of the basic and easiest courses in Yoga Education. This course is primarily for the beginners who are interested in learning the basics of Yoga. This course lasts for just five days. Deep breathing exercises, numerous easy movements of arms and legs, meditation and Omkara Japa are taught in five day classes. Through this course students get a hang of Yoga.

 

Yoga Parichaya:- Yoga Parichaya which is of one and half month duration is a certificate course in Yoga. In this course students are taught in several topics of Yoga. It also includes final examination of the students at the end of the course.

 

Yoga Pandit:- this is a Bachelor program in the Yoga Education. Currently only one Yoga Pandit training center in Nashik is operating.

Yoga Education in India-2

Yoga was discovered by illustrious sages in meditation. We can find the roots of yoga in ancient Indian scriptures like Upanishads. Yoga is more of a divine science, kind of accurate science. It is said to be an arrangement and agreement between individual and universe, between spirit and god and between thought and act. The way it has gained popularity all over the world says a lot about its usefulness and authenticity. People have followed it religiously knowing how it helps in development of mind, body and soul. Now a day’s people are getting more and more aware about benefits of healthy living. Amongst all the means of healthy living, yoga commands an eminent position. It offers numerous benefits ranging from health and physical benefits to mental peace, sense of well being. There are many special Yoga universities spread across the world.

 

Yoga education involves teaching of all types of Aasans of yoga. Few major parts of learning include Athletic Yoga, Artistic Yoga, Rhythmic Yoga and sports Yoga. Apart from these basics various concentration techniques, asana and pranayam are also taught. The teaching emphasizes how helpful yoga is in our daily lives. Yoga Education is the backbone to extend the cause of Yoga.

Yoga Education in India-Part one

In previous articles we saw the number of courses offered by Indian universities. This also drives home the point that depending upon students’ inclination and interest, students can make their career in their chosen fields. There is no dearth of choices. Apart from courses mentioned in previous articles, Yoga education is relatively a new course in India. Yoga is considered as one of the greatest exports from India to the western world. Yoga has attained worldwide popularity. In fact many celebrities swear by the name of yoga. It has managed to change life of millions of people all over the world. Practicing yoga is slowly becoming a cult.

 

Yoga can be described in various terms. Like on one hand, it is a divine science of life whereas on the other hand it is a philosophy of life to shore up ultimate goals of life. Yoga was discovered in the ancient eras. It is a kind of meditation. The literal meaning of Yoga is ‘joining’. Yoga signifies the blending of the individual self with the highest or pure consciousness. In other words, it is unification of Jiva with Brahma. This union is said to liberate our spirits from each and every kind of separation senses. Yoga Education teaches all the major concepts and practices of Yoga. There are many schools, colleges and universities who are involved in education, research and practices of Yoga.

Major Educational Courses In India- Last Part

Health Care & Allied Fields

• Courses In Hearing, Language & Speech
• Occupational therapy
• Courses In Psychology
• Prosthetic and orthotic Course
• Rehabilitation Courses
• Physiotherapy
• Nursing
• Optometry
• Radiology & X-Ray Technology
• Ophthalmology
• Pharmacy
• Forensic Science
• Medical transcription
• Medical Lab Technology
• Community Health Workers Course
• B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics
• M.Sc Food and Nutrition & many more

Sports Education

• Course In Aerobic And Fitness
• Bachelor / Master / Certificate Course in Physical Education
• Diploma in Yoga Education
• Masters Programme in Sports Physiotherapy
• Water Sports Course & many more

Teachers Training

• Bachelor / Master / Diploma / Certificate / M.Tech Courses in Education
• Diploma in Special Education & many more

Training / Coaching Centers

• Civil Services
• Diploma Courses
• Engineering

Travel, Tourism Hotel Management related courses

• Air Hostess Training
• Bachelor / Certificate / Diploma / PG Diploma in Travel & Tourism
• IATA / UFTAA and IATA / FIATA Authorised Training Centers
• Bachelor / Certificate / Diploma / PG Diploma in Hotel Management
• Pilot Training (Flying Clubs) & many more

These are the major courses provided by Indian education system.

Major Educational Courses In India- Part Two

Costume and Fashion Designing 

 

• Fashion Technology

• Footwear

• Beauty Care

• Gemology

• Textile Technology

• Interior Designing & many more

 

 

Defence / Research Institutes

 

• Defence Laboratories/Research Centers

• Defence Institutes

• Research Laboratories

• Research Associations 

 

 

Environmental Science

 

• Astronomy

• Careers In Geography

• Oceanography

 

 

Fine arts 

 

• Drama

• Dance

• Music

• Painting

• Sculpture

 

 

 

Homeopathic Medicine

 

 • BHMS

 

 

Home Science

 

• Food Technology

• Nutrition & Dietetics

• Home Science

 

 

 Legal studies 

 

• LLB

• LLM

• BL

• Doctorate or PhD & many more

 

Library and information science 

 

• M.Phil in Library Science & many more

• Library & Information Science

 

 

Management related courses 

 

• Marketing

• Business Administration

• Human Resource Management & more 

• Tea Management

 

 

Mass Media 

 

• Advertising

• Book publishing

• Event Management

• Film & Television

• Technical Writing

• Radio Jockey

• Photography

• Journalism and public relation & many more 

 

 

Medical Science

 

• Allopathic (MBBS, BDS, MDS, Psychiatry)

• Ayurvedic (BAMS)

• Siddha

• Unani

 

Polytechnics in India 

 

• Certificate Course

• Diploma Courses

• Post Diploma Courses

• Advanced Diploma Course

 

 

Social Science

 

• Courses in Social Development

• Bachelor Of Social Work (BSW)

• Master Of Social Work (MSW)