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McGill University, Canada

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McGill University was founded by James McGill in 1821 and since then the university has grown from a small college to a university with two campuses, 10 faculties, some 300 programs of study, and 40,000 students. It also partners with four affiliated teaching hospitals to graduate over 1,000 health care professionals each year. It is Canada’s one of the best known institution of higher learning and one of the leading universities in the world consisting of students from 150 countries makes this university most diverse of any research-intensive university in the country. click here. McGill University is recognized around the world for the excellence of its teaching and research programs. The Ernest Rutherford who got noble prize on the research of the nature radioactivity was conducted at McGill, which is a part of a long tradition of innovation on McGill campuses that includes the few inventions of the artificial blood cell and Plexiglas. The professors in this ...

MS in Bioregional Planning & Community Design - University of Idaho US

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This interdisciplinary program prepares leaders and advances new knowledge to help communities create community-based plans, programs and policies that sustain and enhance cultures, resource bases, the built environment and economic health. The duration of this course will be for 2 years containing four semesters in the two year program. fashion design colleges in india. As a student in this program, you will work with professors and community leaders to help real Idaho communities overcome development and planning challenges to fulfill visions for sustainable growth. You will also develop solid research and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to implement systematic conservation planning and management strategies to positively shape communities for generations to come. UI is an associative Master of Science (MS) program which contains of faculty from 8 colleges and 10 different departments; with the option of a joint degree from the College o...

Why companies prefer new Grad than the old experienced employees?

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Recent studies show that, the demand for fresh graduates on the job market is steadily going up. A lot of the big companies go for campus recruitments and hire the best of graduates, even before they have left college. So what could be some of the reasons companies prefer hiring graduates over employees who have more work experience? Cost Factor: Lower costs are one of the main reasons a company prefers to hire a fresh graduate. It has been estimated that graduates cost 20 to 40% less than an experienced employee. Also, in the recruitment process, employers can save money by not going for a talent search program, but instead partnering with some local universities to find the talent match. Some employers also participate in school career fairs to scout out the potential employees. This in fact reduces even the interview costs, which you might have to bear, if you invite an outstation candidate. Click Here Training: Sometimes, when you hire an emplo...

Benefits of Robotic Engineering

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Industrial robotic technology has grown and developed in the last fifty years or more, since the first industrial robot was built. The benefits of robotic engineering are much more apparent now. Unimate, the first industrial robot, was put to work in the 1950s. Today, the industrial robotic sector in factories comprises 90% of the robots being used.  Robots are used in many different applications nowadays – in laboratories, energy plants, research and exploration sites, warehouses, hospitals, and outer space. You can classify the benefits of robotic engineering into four categories: Quality/accuracy/precision Efficiency/speed/production rate Ability to work in unsafe environments Free from human limitations Quality/Accuracy/Precision A lot of industrial robots take on the form of a robotic arm. The mechanical nature and computerized control of a robotic arm enables it to carry out the same task over and over again with the same precision...

A Synopsis on Why do Men Still Earn More than Women?

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In the last few decades, two very important socio-economic things happened: There was a huge influx of women into the workforce. Women made great progress in advancing their education. Click here. Despite these developments, men still earn more than women do at the same jobs. This earning gap between men and women is a topic that is discussed and debated upon. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, median weekly earnings for women who worked full time in 2012 were 82.8% of what their male counterparts earned. This has however become less over the last few decades, in 1979, women’s weekly wages were 62.3% of men’s. The question still remains, as to why men continue to earn more than women. Four main theories have been put forward by experts to explain, why women earn less than men at the same jobs: Women are over-represented in jobs that are towards the lower end of the pay scale. Women hold the non-pecuniary aspects of a job as more v...

6 Tips to Become An Entrepreneur

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It is a dream for many people to own a business of their own – and you might be one of them. When you become an entrepreneur , there is no limit to what you can achieve and it is important to stay motivated and forge ahead. If you are thinking of leaving that boring job and branching out on your own, here are some tips that might help you on your way: Improve your Public Speaking Skills: To become a successful entrepreneur, public speaking is one of the most important skills that you need to get a grip on. You will have the opportunity many a time to address your employees, business partners, potential investors, and so on. Depending on the business you want to own, you might also have to speak at public events like conferences or town hall meetings.  Click here Become an Excellent Leader: You need to be a good leader if you want to make a success of your entrepreneurship, and not just a good leader, but one that stands out from the rest. It is your...

Has Engineering lost its Sheen?

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Like medicine, engineering too was a fad in India. Not anymore, at least if we see the phenomenal rise in the number of engineering graduates being churned out year on year, with the career options between few and far. Exponential rise in the number of engineering colleges, lesser and lesser job opportunities in the chosen stream, fall in the quality of education are few reasons attributed. Hardly a decade back, Engineering education was the most sought after course, with more emphasis on IT graduates. A bevy of IT firms, with plenty of orders in hand, picked up bright talents from the campuses of premium engineering colleges, looking for B.Tech Information Technology graduates across the country with fat salaries. As the demand for manpower rose, more and more engineering graduates from other streams such as electronics, mechatronics, EEE, automobile and others joined the bandwagon, aspiring for fat salaries and lavish lifestyles. So when the fad caught u...

B.Tech admission 2018 at Naval Academy, Ezhimala

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Indian Navy has invited applications from unmarried males, for admission to the  10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme (Permanent Commission) four years degree course commencing in January 2018, at Indian Naval Academy at Ezhimala in Kannur district of Kerala.   Eligibility     Applicant should have been born between July 2, 1998 and January 1, 2001 (both dates inclusive) and should have passed senior secondary examination (10+2 Pattern) or its equivalent examination from any Board with at least 70% aggregate marks in physics, chemistry and mathematics (PCM) and at least 50% marks in English in either in Class X or Class XII. Applicant should also have appeared for JEE (Main) Examination. Applicants have to satisfy the prescribed physical standards given at relating height and weight, eye sight and more.  Details are available on the naval recruitment website joinindiannavy.gov.in.     The short listing of applicants ...

Why American firms are on a hiring spree?

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The U.S. created 222,000 new jobs in June this year as hiring accelerated in the spring, showing that companies are still finding ways to add staff despite a growing shortage of skilled workers, said a marketwatch.com report. The increase in new jobs was the largest in four months and second biggest haul of the year, while the hiring was also stronger in May and April than previously reported. The upward tick in hiring in the spring coincides with a fresh spurt of growth in the economy after a slow start to the year. The U.S. is forecast to grow twice as fast in the second quarter as it did in the first three months of the year, noted the report. Gus Faucher, Chief Economist at PNC Financial Services told the portal, “The job market remains in good shape eight years into the economic expansion.” Click here Unemployment  The unemployment rate surged to 4.4% from 4.3% as more people entered the labour force in search of work. The jobless rate had falle...

ITIs now accepting 90 percenters!

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They never had any pull. They always catered to a dull necessity. The ITIs also had the irony of being made up of the same letters as the IITs. And this irony hit hard as their fortunes couldn't be more unlike than that of the premiere tech colleges: an ITI, or Industrial Training Institute, was for someone who seemed to have just run out of choices. But in a recent trend, a seat in an ITIBSE -1.12 % is now hotly contested, says an Economic Times report. Mad rush Stating that candidates, high scorers from even the 90% club are also applying to join it is, the report goes on to say that ironically, admission is even open to students who fail in class X. But the population of those is reducing every year. Data shows that the top scorers who traditionally did not even consider joining an ITI are now aspiring to join them. Last year, about 2,000 who scored more than 80% in class X joined an ITI, noted the report. Though, majority of those candidate...

M.Sc Counselling and Family Therapy

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Master of Science in Counseling and Family Therapy is a two-year post graduate programme. Courses are designed to develop student competence in the application of theory-based counseling models, to understand the concerns of diverse client populations, to enhance student’s personal and professional development, and to promote the dignity and welfare of all individuals. The program also prepares students to meet the academic requirements for licensure in family therapy (LMFT) by the Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions in the Commonwealth. The programme will equip graduates with clinical skills that will effectively address, manage and treat relationship problems in couples, as well as parent-child issues, arising from childhood developmental problems. A remarkable feature of this programme of study is its focus on the applied aspect and the thrust on opportunities for hands-on experience for the learner. In the second year of the prog...

Designer's Institute

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Designers' Institute is one of the Mumbai's premier institute for photography, fashion and interior designing. It combines the Indian fashion heritage with the modern globalized world, catering to the student community from all corners of India and abroad. Designers' Institute is a part of Vidyadhan Educational Development Limited. It enables its students to develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing society. A Pillai Group venture. Designers' Institute is a part of Vidyadhan Educational Development Limited. One of the Mumbai's premier institute for photography, fashion and interior designing.

Third merit list released: DHE Odisha Degree Admissions 2017

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The DHE (Department of Higher Education ) in Odisha shall release their third selection list that shall be used in the plus three admission happening shortly. The students can check their list by visiting the official web portal www.dheodisha.gov.in. Nearly 1.24 lakh students have acquired their seats from the very first selection list. About 2,34,893 applications have been received to fill up the two lakh vacant seats in 834 colleges through the upcoming admission process. The DHE shall send the intimation letter to the candidates who have been selected based upon their marks through SMS or through E-mail. The SMS shall be sent to the candidates, if they have said to be mentioned their mobile numbers in their application form. The students can even call the toll free number 1800-345-6770 or 155335 to confirm about their shortlist status, said an official from DHE. The third and final selection list for the admission process shall be concluded ...

Global Business School Network Names Stephen J. Sacca as CEO

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Guy Pfeffermann founded GBSN in 2002 while serving as chief economist of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank, where he spent a 40-year career. Mr. Pfeffermann led GBSN's development as an influential organization with a global mission, guiding it from its incubation at the IFC to an independent organization with a membership that spans 36 countries. Under Mr. Pfeffermann's leadership, GBSN engaged with business schools around the world to foster connections, facilitate knowledge sharing, and catalyze investment in management education as a tool for economic and social development. Mr. Pfeffermann will continue this work as a member of the GBSN Board of Directors. "Stephen Sacca has had a highly successful career combining international development and business education, a great mix for leading GBSN," said Mr. Pfeffermann. "He is passionate about our mission and I expect his entrepreneurial energy to move GBS...

M.Tech Environmental Science & Technology

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Master of Technology in Environmental Science & Technology is a postgraduate Environmental Engineering cours e. Environment Science and Technology is intended for midcareer professionals with an interest in environmental sciences and in maintaining environmental integrity in relation to human development. Environmental science integrates physical and biological sciences, to the study of the environment, and the solution of environmental problems. Course covers Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Microbiology, Computational Methods, Water Supply Management, Waste Water Management, Municipal Water Treatment, Industrial Water Treatment, Applied Statistics for Environmental Engineering, Environmental Impact Assessment, Industrial Pollution Prevention, Air Pollution Control, Solid and Hazardous Waste Management, Remote Sensing and GIS Application, Ecological Engineering, Environmental Biotechnology etc. The duration of this course will be for 2 years. M.Tech...

M.Tech Metallurgical & Materials Engineering

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Metallurgical Engineering is a vast field of engineering that deals with all sorts of metal-related areas. It is branch of engineering that deals with a study of science of metals and their properties, including separating metals from their ores, the making and compounding of alloys, and the technology and science of working and heat-treating metals to alter their physical characteristics. Metallurgical Engineering is concerned with the development, production, and processing of ferrous, non-ferrous, and mineral materials. It is the basis for innovative products and new technological developments in the fields of industry, technology, and medicine. Course focuses on materials design, including general research to ascertain the structure of materials and to investigate opportunities for optimizing known Materials. M.Tech Metallurgical & Materials Engineering Eligibility B.E/B.Tech or equivalent degree with minimum 50%marks or equivalent CGPA. S...

BA Hons in Liberal Arts and Humanities

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Liberal Arts and Humanities is a study that works at enriching your cultural background, together with the usual academic basics. This deals in imparting knowledge which ranges from the cultural to the academic. This course is instrumental in increasing our knowledge of the practical history of our existence. How we became what we are and the path we followed to reach this destination. It covers the arts history, classical studies, history, modern languages, creative writing English language, English literature, modern philosophy and studies related to religion. As is obvious from the name it deals with Liberal Arts and Humanities. Key features provided by the course: An opportunity to study abroad , range of subjects and then specialize in the ones of your choice and liking. Learning the art of communicating and conveying your ideas regarding a particular form of art This course also teaches you how to develop skills of critical thinking, analys...

B.Des in Fashion Communication: Scope & Career Opportunities

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What is Fashion Communication? Fashion Communication is one of the newest and upcoming fields in the fashion industry . Today, the fastest growing field is fashion and many Indian brands are competing with International brands. This is building tremendous possibilities for the designer of fashion communication, who will work on design strategies, brand, portfolios etc. Students will also work on areas such as visual merchandising, styling, graphic design, display and exhibit design, advertising, public relations, and creative writing. Students conceding degree in fashion communication, will have high level of skills and domain knowledge, and will emerge as professionals who offer exceptionally effective communication solutions for the fashion and lifestyle industry. Eligibility Candidates who have passed 10+2 in any discipline can pursue Fashion Communication in bachelor's degree level. Candidates who have bachelor's degree certificate...