Ist Career Path based on 12th in Biology Medicine (MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS) Overview: Becoming a doctor (MBBS), dentist (BDS), Ayurvedic doctor (BAMS), or Homeopathic doctor (BHMS). Steps: 1. Entrance Exam: Prepare for and clear entrance exams like NEET. 2. Admission: Apply to medical colleges based on your NEET score. 3. Degree: Complete your degree program and required internships. 2. Biotechnology Overview: Work in the biotech industry, research, or pharmaceuticals. Steps: 1. Bachelor’s Degree: Enroll in a B.Sc. in Biotechnology. 2. Further Education: Consider pursuing a master’s or Ph.D. for advanced opportunities. 3. Internships: Gain practical experience through internships. 3. Pharmacy (B.Pharm) Overview: Work as a pharmacist, in pharmaceutical companies, or in research. Steps: 1. Entrance Exam: Some states have entrance exams for pharmacy courses. 2. Admission: Apply to colleges offering B.Pharm based on your 12th marks or entrance exam. 3. Degree: Complete the B.Pharm program and consider further specialization with an M.Pharm. 4. Agricultural Sciences Overview: Work in agribusiness, research, or government sectors related to agriculture. Steps: 1. Bachelor’s Degree: Pursue a B.Sc. in Agriculture. 2. Further Education: Consider an M.Sc. in a specialized field within agriculture. 3. Internships and Training: Gain practical experience in the field. 5. Environmental Science Overview: Work in conservation, environmental consultancy, or research. Steps: 1. Bachelor’s Degree: Pursue a B.Sc. in Environmental Science. 2. Further Education: Consider an M.Sc. or Ph.D. for advanced roles. 3. Field Work: Gain experience through internships and projects. 6. Nursing Overview: Work as a registered nurse in hospitals, clinics, or community health. Steps: 1. Bachelor’s Degree: Enroll in a B.Sc. in Nursing. 2. Certification: Complete the program and obtain necessary licenses. 3. Employment: Seek employment in healthcare facilities. 7. Physiotherapy Overview: Work as a physiotherapist in hospitals, clinics, or private practice. Steps: 1. Bachelor’s Degree: Pursue a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT). 2. Certification: Complete the program and obtain necessary licenses. 3. Employment: Gain experience through internships and find employment. 8. Allied Health Sciences Overview: Various specializations such as medical lab technology, radiography, or occupational therapy. Steps: 1. Bachelor’s Degree: Enroll in relevant programs like B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology or B.Sc. in Radiography. 2. Certification: Complete the program and obtain necessary licenses. 3. Employment: Seek employment in healthcare settings. 9. Research and Teaching Overview: Pursue a career in academic or industrial research or as a biology teacher. Steps: 1. Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees: Complete your B.Sc. and M.Sc. in a specialized field of biology. 2. Ph.D.: Consider pursuing a Ph.D. for research roles. 3. Teaching Certification: Obtain necessary qualifications for teaching if interested in academia. 2nd Career Path – MBA Career Path for an MBA 1. Undergraduate Degree: o Complete your undergraduate degree in biology or a related field. 2. Work Experience: o Gain relevant work experience. Many MBA programs prefer candidates with 2-3 years of work experience. This could be in healthcare, biotech, pharmaceuticals, or any industry where you can develop leadership and managerial skills. 3. Preparing for MBA Entrance Exams: o GMAT/GRE: Prepare for and take the GMAT or GRE, which are commonly required for MBA admissions. o Other Entrance Exams: In India, exams like CAT, XAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP, etc., are required for admission into various MBA programs. Streams 1. Finance 2. Marketing 3. Human Resources (HR) 4. Operations Management 5. Information Technology (IT) 6. International Business 7. Healthcare Management 8. Entrepreneurship 9. Supply Chain Management 10. Consulting 11. General Management 12. Strategic Management Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) Fees: ~₹24-25 lakhs (for the full 2-year program) Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) Fees: ~₹24-25 lakhs (for the full 2-year program) Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC) Fees: ~₹23-24 lakhs (for the full 2-year program) Indian School of Business (ISB) Fees: ~₹41 lakhs (for the full 1-year program) Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIML) Fees: ~₹20-21 lakhs (for the full 2-year program) XLRI - Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur Fees: ~₹23-25 lakhs (for the full 2-year program) SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai Fees: ~₹20 lakhs (for the full 2-year program) Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), University of Delhi Fees: ~₹2 lakhs (for the full 2-year program) Indian Institute of Management Indore (IIMI) Fees: ~₹17-18 lakhs (for the full 2-year program) Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) Fees: ~₹20-21 lakhs (for the full 2-year program)