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How to do Ph.D. Biotechnology in USA

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Here is an interesting question from a reader – cum- student. The question goes like this: ‘I have completed My M. Sc in Biotechnology from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. I would like to do Ph.D. in USA. Is my Educational Qualification sufficient? If not sufficient, what other Degrees do I need to attain and if sufficient what tests do I need to take whether GRE (General) OR GRE (Subject) OR TOEFL, or all of them. Please Guide me through the process of earning a PhD in USA.

Well, this appears to be a genuine doubt for average students from any sub or semi urban areas. The qualification of M.Sc. Biotechnology is sufficient for admission to Ph.D. in Biotechnology. As your target is to move to USA for Ph.D., you need to appear for GRE (General) and TOEFL. Then you have to select the universities / institutions based on your score in GRE and TOEFL.
Admissions in USA are generally held in two sessions. They are Fall and Spring Sessions. Many universities are offering Ph.D. in biotechnology and allied sciences in USA. Biotechnology as such is a highly generalized subject and you need to narrow down your specialization in order to become more focused.

Ph.D. in US is highly challenging and more practical oriented. You must get sufficient hands on experience in all the latest equipment usage, methodologies, literature etc., Mostly you will have work independently under a guide / supervisor with very little assistance unlike India. All the above suggestions will help you to take up Ph.D. in US before going for foreign studies.

Details of GRE and TOEFL can be obtained from the websites www.ets.org/toefl/ and www.ets.org/gre/.

MBA in USA after B.Tech. in India

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An Engineering student asked: ‘I am doing B.E. (Computer Science Engineering) and I would like to do MBA in US. Do the International students have good job opportunities after pursuing MBA from US? Is it worthwhile to do MBA in US in the present job scenario? How much score do I need in GMAT to get a seat in good B-Schools in USA?’

Answer: Pursuing MBA education from a good B-School in USA is an appreciable decision. It opens up a plethora of lucrative career opportunities. USA has some of the top business schools in the world. In the US, B-schools fall under two broad categories- public (state supported), and private (autonomous) institutions. The pedagogy, facilities and fee vary depending on the school. Students can opt for either a state supported or a private B-School in US.

Some of the top US based B Schools are run by the Harvard University, Stanford University, University of Pennsylvania, Northwestern University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Duke University, Columbia University, University of Chicago, etc.

For most US universities the eligibility criteria for admission in to the MBA program is 16 years of undergraduate education. This includes four years of education after completion of 10+2. Candidates with a 3- year degree will not be eligible for admission to most MBA programs in USA. They would need to have a professional four-year degree like Engineering or any such courses or undergo an additional one year full time educational program.

Most B-Schools in USA recommend or demand a minimum of two to three years of work experience. Though some US universities accept students without any work experience, preference is generally given to candidates having work experience.

Job markets are dynamic and managers need to continuously update their knowledge and skills to prosper. The demand for MBAs would be good as businesses are expanding and human resources are required to manage them. Hence the future is bright for MBA graduates from a good institution. The opportunities after MBA degree depend on a student’s knowledge, skills, aptitude, academic background, work experience, area of specialization and performance in the selection process. At an entry level, it also depends on the placement support offered by the Campus.

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