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Different languages are spoken in different nations, therefore there is a requirement of professionals who can help in communication among different people speaking different languages. Foreign language specialists, interpreters and translators are required in organizations dealing in foreign trade, foreign high commissions and embassies, travel & tourism industry, entertainment, tourism, public relation, international organizations and media etc. Career opportunities for foreign language specialists are increasing in India and abroad. Foreign language specialist can work as a teacher, freelancer, technical writer and interpreter or as a translator.

It may promote social change, development, cohesion, and empowerment. Underpinned by theories of social sciences, and guided by principles of social justice, human rights, collective responsibility, and respect for diversities, social work engages people and structures to address life challenges and enhance well-being. A practicing professional with a degree in social work is called a social worker. There are good opportunities for Social workers in Government sector. Public Sector Banks, Public Sector Units, Semi Government bodies etc. Have lot of opening in their CSR department for BSW and MSW graduates. In addition, these social workers have opening in both state and central government social development ministries such as HRD, Women Welfare and Child Care, Health, Environment etc.

Graduates following kind of jobs to utilize their core strength and skills: (a) HR Professional, such as human resource planning, recruitment, hiring of employees, training & development of employees, compensation, appraisal management, career planning, employee welfare, organisation development etc. (b) Trainer: particular voice and accent trainers, soft skills, leadership skills etc. (c) Administrative and clerical support services/ staff. (d) Language specialists, interpreters and translators. (d) Public Relation and corporate Communication. (e) Technical writer to support technical staff in creation of documentations for product and services. (f) Legal services.

As a world leader in distance education, it has been conferred with awards of excellence by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL), Canada, several times. IGNOU provides seamless access to sustainable and learner-centric quality education, skill upgradation and training to all by using innovative technologies and methodologies. IGNOU teaching techniques include self-instructional materials, counselling sessions, both face-to-face and via teleconferencing mode. The M.A. (Economics) Programme at IGNOU offers the learners an opportunity for higher studies in Economics. Besides offering the core courses available in other universities, it includes themes in some of the emerging areas in economics such as insurance, finance and computer applications that are expected to be extremely useful in the present scenario of economic liberalization and globalization.

Indian universities award computer Science graduation degree in B.Tech computer Science/ CE or CSE. Computer Science (computer Science) is a study of the theory, applications of engineering principle for the design and use of computers based systems. Computer engineering (CE) deals with design, implementation, and management of software & hardware based information system and electronics systems to automate processes. A B.Tech CSE graduate specializes in the theory of computation and design of computational systems. CSE graduates are trained to integrate several disciplines such as Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Software Design, etc. The CSE graduates are mainly involved in the development of software and hardware systems of various aspects of computing for products, systems and information systems. B.Tech IT degree has a major focus on computers and technology, it differs from a computer Science degree in that students are also expected to study management and information Science, and there are reduced requirements for mathematics and theory of computation. There is only a subtle difference between syllabus of computer Science/ CE/CSE and IT. IT Industry accepts all three to start a career as a software developer. In engineering entrance examination, computer Science branch closes at a higher rank in comparison to IT. Therefore in campus placement computer Science graduates have an edge over IT graduates.

At this level, the study is expected to provide new and original insights into the problem or the area under investigation. Therefore, Ph.D. in computer Science or IT prepares students for the field of education as university faculty, research, writer, and consulting by training them to seek new knowledge in the area of their expertise. Some computer Science/ IT specialist takes a career as consultants, advisory to CIOs and large businesses decision makers. In addition in western developed economies, there are many corporate management opportunities available for these highly qualified professionals in technology companies. These positions may include top-tier management or executive jobs and could involve working in a number of different fields due to their versatility.

A general-purpose DBMS is designed to allow the definition, creation, querying, update, and administration of databases. DBMS can be used to manage transactional databases, such as HR systems, banking systems and so on. Database administrators (DBAs) use specialised software to store and organise data. The role may include capacity planning, installation, configuration, database design, migration, performance monitoring, security, troubleshooting, as well as backup and data recovery. Certified DBA can easily find a job in IT outsourcing companies and IT departments of the business enterprise having its own IT department. Skilled and experienced DBA is a high demand field in the area of Application Management. DBA with IT infrastructure skills can rise to the level of CIO.