TV Today Media Institute PG in Broadcast Journalism Admissions 2012-13

TV Today Media Institute, New Delhi is inviting applications for admission to PG in Broadcast Journalism for the year 2012-13. TV Today Media Institute (TVTMI) belongs to the famous media group which owns India Today, Headlines Today, Aaj Tak etc. Those candidates successfully completed the PG in Broadcast Journalism are likely to be get placed in the TV Today group of channels. The duration of the course is 2 years and it is full time residential program. Following are details of eligibility and application procedure:

Eligibility: Applicants should have Graduation in any discipline. Candidates age must be below 24 years as 1st September 2012. Selection of candidates will be based on performance in written test. Only short listed candidates will be called for written examination. Exam will be conducted at Delhi and Mumbai only.

Interested candidates can download application forms from the institute website aajtak.intoday.in. Candidates those appearing their final year degree also can apply. Candidates have to attach a write up on the given subject in own handwriting on separate A4 papers, 1 post card size and 2 passport size photographs, DD for Rs. 1000 in favour of ‘TV Today Network Limited’ payable at New Delhi along with application forms. DD has to be attached for downloaded forms only. You can send filled in forms along with above attachments to any of the following address:

1. TV Today Media Institute, 13th Floor, Videocon Towers, E-1, Jhandewalan Extension, New Delhi- 110055. Phone: 011- 41226595 / 41226597.
2. TV Today Network Ltd, 402, 4th floor, Trade Avenue Building, Dr. Suren Road, Opp. Landmark Building, Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai- 400093. Phone: 022- 2683 5437, 2684 1799.

Important Dates (Tentative):

1. Date of Written examination: April 2012.
2. Last date for submission of filled applications: March 2012.

You can check institute website for details such as fee, course structure, model question paper, placements and other information.

Software Testing Certifications, Institutes and Career Prospects

Software testing is nothing but examining digital products ranging from cameras to mobile phones for bugs and design errors. The profession of software testing has become demanding all over the world with increasing need of testers in all kinds of software companies. Software testers play crucial role in thoroughly scrutinizing any application or design developed by other professionals. Software Testers check for any flaws in design and code of the application.

Most importantly, software testing career is not just for software engineers. Candidates from other streams also can aspire to become a software tester. But generally the companies look for technical qualification. Usually they ask for BE / BTech, BSc (Computer Science) or MCA qualifications. These candidates also have to undergo rigorous training for 3 to 6 months depending on their subject domain.

Non- Engineers also need to get an additional qualification in Computer Applications. There are so many certifications that come handy to the non – engineers. They need strong foundation in databases, software development technology frameworks, computer languages, operating systems and automation techniques. It is estimated that there are more than a lakh software testing professionals are available in India. But demand for more professionals still growing!

At the entry level, you can join as Trainee Software Tester. You can reach to the levels of Associate / Junior software Tester /Junior Trainer; senior software tester / Senior Trainer; Test Manager / Test Architect / Consultant; Senior Test Manager and head of testing based on the experience and performance.

Useful Certifications for Software Testing Career:

1. Certified Software Tester (CSTE)
2. Certified Software Test Manager (CSTM)
3. International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB)
4. Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST)

Training Institutes for Software Testing:

There are number of training institutes for software testing career aspirants. Institutes are spread across all major cities such as Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Nagpur, Pune, Kolkata, Delhi, Vizag, Noida, Mumbai, Gurgoan etc. Here are some institutes:

1. Stag Software: Bangalore and Chennai (www.stagsoftware.com)
2. I-PAD Technologies, SR Nagar, Hyderabad.
3. Edista Testing Institute. Centers are located in Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai and Pune (www.edistatesting.com)
4. Mind Q Systems, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
5. Pure Trainings: Bangalore and Noida (www.puretrainings.com)
6. JVS infotech , Panjagutta, Hyderabad.
7. Seed Infotech: Pune (www.seedinfotech.com)

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