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Asia University: MBA destination for Indian Students

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As we have already established in our previous post, Taiwan is a great study destination for further studies. Asia University, which is located in Taiwan, is one of the top universities for pursuing your MBA. Established in 2001, Asia University is an AACSB Accredited University in Taiwan which is globally acknowledged for its reputation as a University of eminence in the field of business studies.

In this blog post, we will be discussing everything you should know to study in Asia University.

University Rankings:

Asia University is ranked 301 in QS Asia University Rankings 2019.

Cost of MBA from Asia University v/s Top Indian Business Schools:

Studying MBA from Asia University per semester costs as little as NT$ 47,800/- only. This converted in Indian rupees is approximately INR 107,389/- for one semester. This means, that in total, you will spend roughly around 4.5 Lacs for an MBA Program in Asia University which dulls in comparison to pursuing your MBA from Top Indian Management Schools which charge approximately 21-30 Lacs for their MBA programs.

Scholarship and Financial aid offered in Asia University:

Asia University provides a limited number of scholarships each year for talented students from other countries. All applicants may have an opportunity to compete for scholarship provided by Asia University, depending on the qualification of applicants, program admitted, and funding available. Applicants who have received other scholarships are not eligible to apply.
• Taiwan Scholarship offers monthly stipend of NT$30,000 (approximately US$882). After receiving an admission letter from Asia University, completed documents must be sent by the end of March to the nearest Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office located in the country that applicants reside.
• Full Scholarship includes tuition waiver, dormitory fee waiver, and monthly stipend of NT$6,000 (approximately US$176).
• Tuition Waiver Scholarship offers full tuition waiver.
• Half-Tuition Waiver Scholarship offers 50% tuition waiver.

To apply for scholarship provided by Asia University, a completed form with all required application materials must be sent to the Center for International Academic Exchange. Awarded students in Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral programs are supported for at most four, two, and three years, respectively. An average score of less than 75 and 80 in previous academic year for undergraduate and graduate students, respectively, will result in disqualification of receiving scholarship.

Documentation needed to study in Asia University:

• Two application forms attached with a 2-inch recent photo.
• One copy of the highest-level diploma (enclosed with a Chinese or an English translation of the diploma).
• One official transcript (in English or Chinese) from the school you have attended.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• One study plan
• One health certificate issued within the last six months (attached HIV certification).
• One copy of passport.
• An original bank statement issued within six months clearly stating a balance.
• The receipt of application fee US$20.
• English or Chinese proficiency certificate

Return on Investment:

Getting your MBA from Asia University will cost you approximately 5 Lacs. You will graduate with a placement package of approximately 25 Lacs/annum. This package is on-par with Top Indian Business Schools and it costs only a fraction of the price. This means a higher return on your investment. Moreover, Asia University is also AACSB Accredited which is a major plus point.

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Taiwan calling: International MBA at a Budget.

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Have you always dreamt of doing your MBA from foreign universities, but never mustered the courage to even apply due to your financial situation?

Has money ever played a decisive role in keeping you from attaining the degree that you always wanted?

Has the lack of insightful information stopped you from attaining your dreams?

Have you, in your wildest dreams, thought that you can do your MBA from a foreign country at a cost much lower than Top Indian Business Schools?

If you have, then you have landed in the right place. Read this blog carefully to know all about the opportunities in the MBA World that you never even knew existed in the first place.

Think MBA from abroad, think Taiwan:

Certain Universities in Taiwan that we have mentioned on our website have made its mark internationally by taking the AACSB Certification home (Only 8 Institutes in India are AACSB certified, and not even IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore are AACSB Certified yet!!!!). To know more about these Premier Universities, you can click here. You must be wondering what an AACSB Certification is. To put it simply, it is a certification that is exclusively given to the best pedigree of universities around the world. It is one of the world’s most selective and rigorous types of evaluation for business schools. Read more about this accreditation here.

MBA degree can be done in under 5 Lacs from Taiwan. What’s stopping you?

We have established in our previous post that Taiwan is a great study destination. What puts the icing on the cake is the affordability of getting internationally certified, and that too from globally acknowledged universities in Taiwan. It is an obvious fact that not each and every single one of you will get into Tier 1 Indian Business Schools in India. Other less reputed institutes in India are just not worth the time or the effort, because quite frankly, MBA is an expensive affair, so why even bother doing your MBA from infamous institutes in India that won’t even give you a satisfactory paycheck when you graduate, when instead, you can invest only about 5 Lacs on Universities in Taiwan, which, are globally acknowledged as competent authorities in the business world?

Fee Structure of MBA from Premier Institutes in Taiwan:

The fee structure of pursuing an MBA from Universities in Taiwan may vary from university to university. The Taiwan Universities that we have listed on our website offer MBA Programs that cost approximately 5 Lacs only. Spending a mere 5 Lacs on your education, specially a business management degree like MBA from internationally recognized universities in Taiwan is nothing in comparison to spending a heart shattering 21-30 Lacs if you were to do your MBA from Tier 1 B-Schools in India. Moreover, the return on investment on doing your MBA is higher in Taiwan Universities than it is in Tier 1 Indian B-Schools as they both have the same placement package of 21-30 Lacs/annum, with MBA from Taiwan Universities costing only 5 Lacs vis-à-vis Top Indian B-Schools costing about 21-30 Lacs.

Scholarship Opportunities for MBA from Premier Institutes in Taiwan:

When it comes to availing scholarships, there are certain options that are made available to international students. This again, may differ from University to University. But what’s exciting is the fact that scholarship or no scholarship, getting your MBA from reputed institutes abroad is now that much more achievable and pocket friendly!! For us, that’s what makes it all worth it. So stop thinking, and check out these fantastic universities now.

Conclusion:

Wrapping up, Taiwan seems like as good a university as any for pursuing your MBA degree. Not only does it give you a higher return on investment, but it also brings you the satisfaction of getting educated abroad! You will live in a new country and experience a new culture while simultaneously getting your degree at a cost that does not burn a hole in your pocket. Come to think of it. Isn’t this the life that you always wanted?!

NEET Score Now Valid for 3 Years

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NEET Score Now Valid for 3 Years
 

Students aspiring to study medicine in foreign universities can now use their NEET scorecard up to three years. National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the biggest entrance exam for medical students. It is mandatory for students aiming to pursue an undergraduate medical program in foreign universities.

Medical Council of India (MCI) has now made the NEET score valid for three years. The official statement of MCI goes, “The result of NEET shall be valid for a period of three years from the date of the declaration of result. This will entitle a candidate to pursue MBBS or equivalent medical course including pre-medical or language course, if any, followed by MBBS or equivalent medical course.” This announcement has opened up a wider window of preparation for the students.

Normally, the process for admissions into abroad institutes takes about half to one year. During this period, students take care of necessities like finance, visa, etc. But sometimes everything doesn’t fall into place as planned. And, this leads to delayed admissions. At other times, certain universities offer admission a year after the results which once again results in delay. Under such ambiguity, students are compelled to write NEET once again.

VK Paul, chairman of MCI and member of NITI Aayog reveals that the increased validity of NEET score is to ease the admission process. He further adds that the three years validity isn’t set on stone and may change over time. The MCI Chairman clarifies that this newly increased validity will merge the timeline difference between Indian academic session and foreign academic sessions.

Companies Act 2013 for Foundation students

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Meaning:

According to Chief Justice Marshall, “a corporation is an artificial being, invisible, intangible, existing only in contemplation of law. Being a mere creation of law, it possesses only those properties which the charter of its creation confers upon it, either expressly or as accidental to its very existence.

In the words of professor Haney“A company is an incorporated association, which is an artificial person created by law, having a separate entity, with perpetual succession and a common seal.” This definition sums up the meaning as well as the features of a company succinctly.

However, the Act defines Section 2(20) of the Companies Act, 2013 defines the term ‘company’. “Company means a company incorporated under this Act or under any previous company law”. As we shall progress under the chapter, the meaning of the term company will be understood by the students.

Features of Company :

1. Separate legal entity

2. Perpetual succession

3. Limited Liability

4. Artificial juridical person

Let’s discuss the Separate Legal Entity :

A company is capable of owning, enjoying and disposing of property in its own name. Although the capital and assets are contributed by the shareholders, the company becomes the owner of its capital and assets. The shareholders are not the private or joint owners of the company’s property.

A member does not even have an insurable interest in the property of the company.

The leading case on this point is of Macaura v. Northern Assurance Co. Limited (1925):

The fact of the case-

Macaura (M) was the holder of nearly all (except one) shares of a timber company. He was also a major creditor of the company. M Insured the company’s timber in his own name. The timber was lost in a fire. M claimed insurance compensation. Held, the insurance company was not liable to him as no shareholder has any right to any item of property owned by the company, for he has no legal or equitable interest in them.

Reads are welcomed if they would like to ask any question on the above features.In the next knowledge article, we will discuss “Perpetual succession”.

What are Flipped Classrooms ? How can they enhance learning ?

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Learning can be as fun as you make it, and flipped classrooms may just be the thing that our education system needs. For those of you who don’t already know, the flipped classroom is actually an interesting concept. Through this blog post, let us introduce you to the fascinating world of flipped classrooms.

Flipped Classroom in simple terms:

In a Flipped Classroom, students have access to the instructor’s lectures ahead of time, along with all the background material that they need. This frees up face to face time, and lets students seek clarification from instructors, collaborate with peers, and practice application of concepts. Simultaneously, they also get guidance and feedback from experts directly at a moment when it can help the most. With this, students leave class with a greater awareness of what they want to focus on, thus closing a gap in their learning.

 Overview of Flipped Classrooms:

A flipped class inverts the typical cycle of content acquisition and application so that:

  • Students can gain necessary knowledge of the topic before the class
  • Instructors can guide students to actively and interactively clarify and apply that knowledge during class.

This learning approach associated with flipped classrooms supports instructors in effectively playing the highly crucial role of guiding students to deeper thinking and higher levels of knowledge application. The idea behind flipped classrooms transcends traditional teaching methods; wherein classroom teaching is made the center of a student’s learning experience.

Advantages of Flipped Classes for enhancement of learning:

Flipping classes has become a time saving and efficient method of learning. Instructors/Educators are begging to see the wisdom in flipping classes. Here are some of the reasons why instructors are beginning to introduce flipped classrooms today:

  1. Students learn in an effective manner:

Flipped classrooms create a pro-active learning environment for students. As a result, students are encouraged to take responsibility, interact meaningfully with their instructors and peers, and give and receive constructive feedback. This helps boost the way in which knowledge is absorbed by the student. Students begin to acquire a deeper understanding of the topic and are in the best position to make sense of this information.

  1. Students become active learning participants:

In a flipped classroom model, the role of the student positively shifts from that of a passive learning recipient to an active constructor of knowledge. Students are in the best position to pick up what they’re being taught as they have access to the lecture before the class even begins. This widens the student’s scope of becoming an active learning participant, who not just sits and listens, but contributes meaningfully to the discussions held in class.

  1. Interaction increases and students learn from one another:

Due to the “learn first, discuss later” concept of flipped classrooms, students are in the best position. They get to work with each other and practice the course concepts with insightful guidance from their instructors.  This increased interaction creates a learning community that encourages knowledge absorption, both inside and outside of the classroom.

  1. Instructors and students get more feedback:

Flipped classrooms encourage greater opportunity for students to apply their knowledge and therefore demonstrate their ability to use it. Gaps in a student’s understanding become easily visible to both student and instructor. This helps the student express themselves better, where communicating their potential lapse in learning is concerned. It also helps the instructor address these issues better, which the students are otherwise unable to comprehend on their own.

Conclusion:

So there you go. That’s what Flipped Classes are all about. At Career Launcher, we believe in constantly innovating and taking risks for the better in education, and all other areas of learning. For all we know, flipped classes may soon be introduced in modern day classrooms in the years to come. We believe that the concept of flipped classes may soon be practiced in classrooms in schools across the country. What do you think? Leave a comment below!

 

Is Investment Banking the right Career for you?

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For all we know, you may be married to the idea of pursuing a career in investment banking, or you may not be confident about investment banking as a potential career choice. Both ways, you have landed in the right place. Through this blog, we will try to answer the “why” of investment banking and try to assess what qualifies it as a reasonably attractive career by critically examining the pros and cons of being an Investment Banker in India. Let’s start with the cons:

CONS OF BEING AN INVESTMENT BANKER IN INDIA

You can never be too sure about a career before knowing its cons. Sometimes the hardships overpower the positives, and this is why it’s best to know what you’re getting into, before you get into it to a point of no return. So here we are, listing down all the possible cons of an investment banking profession in India:

1. An Investment Banking Career means long exhaustive work hours:

Rumors circulating over the internet grossly project the work hours of an Investment Banker as approximately about 100 hours per week. While this is far from true (and next to impossible and potentially illegal), the nature of the job is such, that it will require you to work a lot more than any other profession. You will be asked to do overtime and be on the job every time the occasion calls for it. This means sacrificing your evening, your weekend, and sometimes even holidays and vacations!! If this is something you are not cut out to do, a job as an investment banker is just not for you.

2. Never ending competition is a real thing in Investment Banking:

Bankers are expected to not just compete, but they are also expected to compete non-stop as part of their daily routine. We all know that. But what we don’t know (or choose to ignore), is that this unending competition does more harm than good. It fosters ill will among co-workers. The fear of being outperformed and sidetracked by a co-worker makes the workplace extremely stressful for an Investment Banker. Such a work environment is more volatile than it is stable, and is thus, not beneficial or productive in the long run. This is a factor that you should definitely take into account if you are serious about pursuing a career in Investment Banking.

PROS OF BEING AN INVESTMENT BANKER IN INDIA

If you are catching cold feet about pursuing a career in Investment Banking by now, you are probably right in feeling this way. After all, Investment Banking is not for everyone. However it isn’t wise to make career choices based on its cons alone. An insightful knowledge of the PROS of Investment Banking can help. So here is a list of the sweetness that comes with associating with a Career in Investment Banking.

1. Investment Bankers earn handsome salaries:

The monetary aspect is a factor you cannot ignore, especially when it comes to making informed decisions in life. It is wrong to underplay the importance of money when it comes to making sound decisions about something as important as your career. After all, the world runs on money, and the “kaching” is what really helps you get through a hard day, especially, when you have made up your mind about a profession as challenging as investment banking.

Glassdoor: According to Glassdoor.co.in, the average salary of an investment banking analyst in India is INR 902,800 per annum. This is shown in the info-graphic below:

Here is a list of the Company-wise salary of an Investment Banker in India:

2. The training you receive as an Investment banker will never end:

While this may not particularly seem like much of a pro, it is, when you truly sit and assess what this means for you in the long run. An extensive an unending training means greater exposure and a more focused refining of your skills as every minute of every day, you will not only be expected to be on your toes which will help you stay focused and sharp. What this also means is that you get a real chance at getting better at what you do, not only in your job, but in other fields as well. As an investment banker, you will get the chance to acquire a whole new set of skills, depending on how far you are willing to go, and how hard you are willing to work. This will range from accounting and financing, to networking and improving your “people skills”.

3. An Investment Banking Job opens doors that others job won’t:

Clichés are clichés for a reason. The infamous saying “rich people get richer” has never sat truer for investment bankers. If you are lucky enough to work for a big investment bank, you will have the chance to meet some truly interesting people. These banks usually have huge accounts, consisting of either large companies and well off individuals. What this means is that you will get the chance to make connections that others can only dream of, which is to say that the role of an investment banker transcends their immediate job requisites and is surprisingly, and pleasantly, varied. This is highly rewarding in the long run because the pedigree of people you meet, and the kind of contacts you make in this career will help you easily transition to a new job, must you choose to retire from this profession early on.

CONCLUSION:

Investment Banking, like any other profession, has its fair share of pros and cons. It is seen as a highly attractive career in India. But let’s not confuse ourselves here. The profession is not all rainbows and butterflies. It is hard work and sacrifice. It is for the determined and the strong-willed. It is for the daring and the ambitious. It is for those who are ready to put in the hard work. It is for those whose determination is unwavering.

If this sounds anything like you, become an Investment Banker by preparing with our highly proficient course for investment bankers now!

JEE (Advanced) 2019 Postponed

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JEE (Advanced) has been postponed due to the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The date of the exam has been changed from May 19 to May 27 to avoid a clash with the last phase of the General Elections, 2019.

JEE Exam Postponed
JEE Exam Postponed

IIT-Roorkee will be conducting the exam this year.  The notification published by the institute on the JEE (Advanced) website states: “In view of the clash in the dates of JEE (Advanced) 2019 and the last phase of General Elections 2019, the examination date of JEE (Advanced) 2019 has been shifted to May 27, 2019 (Monday). The examination will be held in India and abroad, on May 27, 2019 (Monday), in the following two shifts: Paper 1 (09:00 to 12:00 IST) and Paper 2 (14:00 to 17:00 IST).”

The dates of JEE (Main) have also been shifted by the conducting agency, NTA, due to the elections. Earlier, the dates of the exam were from April 6 to 20, 2019. Now, Paper 2 will be conducted on April 7, while Paper 1 will be conducted from April 8 to 12, 2019. Admit card for the exam has been already released by NTA, which can be downloaded from the website jeemain.nic.in.

Candidates who qualify in JEE (Main) are eligible to appear for JEE (Advanced). The number of candidates who are expected to qualify for JEE (Advanced) 2019 is approximately 2.24 lakh.

Top 5 Reasons that makes Taiwan a great study destination:

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The movement of students to foreign countries for their MBA studies does not stop with America, Europe and Australia. Indian students are starting to see the wisdom in “looking east” for their education instead of going to the “west world” to accomplish the same.

In Asia, China, Singapore and Taiwan are emerging as major hotspots for educational excellence. Taking a lot of factors into consideration in terms of which country in Asia will make for a fantastic Business School Destination, we have come to a consensus that Taiwan takes the winner’s trophy home. Mentioned below is a compendium of reasons as to why Taiwan should be in your go-to list if you are serious about pursuing your Masters in Business Administration.

Most Taiwan Universities are AACSB Accredited, while even top India Business Schools are not:

AACSB accreditation is one of the world’s most selective and rigorous evaluations for business schools. It is considered the gold standard for MBA Accreditation. AACSB-accredited business schools are committed to high-quality curriculum, faculty, research, innovation and engagement. In India, only 8 Business Schools are AACSB-certified which goes on to demonstrate that not every business school is able to meet the level of excellence that an AACSB-Accreditation demands.

Taiwan Universities offer on-par placement packages as top Indian B-Schools:

What makes Taiwan Universities a fantastic destination for MBA studies is the incredible placement package offered by them. On average, Taiwan Universities offer an annual placement package of Rs.25 Lacs/annum which is on par with Top Indian Business Schools like IIM-ABC (Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta) which offer similar placement packages to its students at the time of their graduation. Given this data, Taiwan Universities are most certainly an ideal study destination for business management.

Taiwan is the 5th Most Affordable country for studies:

Doing your MBA studies in Taiwan will cost you approximately Rs 5 Lacs. This is in sharp contrast to the exorbitant fees charged by Top Management Schools in India, which on average costs Rs.21-30 Lacs. Even the fees for new IIMs are approximately Rs.12-15 Lacs and the placement package offered by these new IIMs roughly average around Rs.12-15 Lacs only, which pales in comparison to the excellent placement package offered by Taiwan Universities. What this means: with Taiwan Universities, you get a higher return on investment at a lesser cost.

Part time work in Taiwan is allowed for international students:

For international students studying in Taiwan, what puts the icing on the cake is the vibrant opportunity that is available to students in terms of the part time work that they are allowed to do. As a student with a work permit, you will be allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours a week during semesters and as many hours as you want during holidays. This makes Taiwan a better study destination than Singapore, for instance, which allows students to work part time only during semester season, and in some cases, don’t allow students to work part-time at all!

Taiwan ranked 1st in the world for quality of life:

Taiwan is the 7th largest economy in Asia. It ranks 1st in the Quality of Life Index. Taiwan is also the 58th most livable country according to the 2018 Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Global Livability Ranking. The Literacy Rate is 98.5% and it is also the happiest country in East Asia. It is thus safe to say that Taiwan is one of the most habitable places to live in. And what better country to study in, than one that is considered the happiest?
To conclude, these are the top 5 reasons that make Taiwan a great study.

If this is of interest to you, find out more about Taiwan Universities by clicking here.

MBA from top AACSB Accredited B-schools in less than 5 lakhs is now a possibility.

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If you are someone who dreams to make your mark in the corporate world, you are probably working day and night to get into a Top Business School. If your ambition transcends the sky and shoots for the brightest star, you are probably hoping to get into an IIM. If you are someone whose life’s mission is to always stay ahead and be as brilliant as top businessmen like Richard Branson (A brilliant businessmen, Google him), you are probably determined to get into IIM-ABC. (Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta). But DID YOU KNOW that not even premier business schools like IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore is AACSB certified!! Read on to know all about what AACSB Accreditation is and why it matters:

What is an AACSB Accreditation?

The AACSB is the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. It was founded in 1916 to provide accreditation to schools of business. Formerly known as the International Association for Management Education, it is a voluntary, non-governmental global accrediting agency that oversees the standardization of collegiate schools of business and accounting worldwide.

AACSB Accreditation is considered the gold standard of Business Accreditation:

AACSB accreditation is one of the world’s most selective and rigorous types of evaluation for business schools. AACSB-accredited business schools are committed to high-quality curriculum, faculty, research, innovation and engagement. It is thus considered the gold standard for MBA accreditation.

Only 836 business institutions in 55 countries and territories around the world have earned an AACSB Accreditation. In India, only 8 business schools are AACSB-certified which goes on to demonstrate that not every business school is able to pass the litmus test of excellence that an AACSB-Accreditation demands.

List of AACSB-Accredited Business Schools in India:

Like we mentioned above, not even IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore are AACSB-Accredited Bodies. Only 8 Indian Business Schools are AACSB-Accredited, and they are mentioned below:

• IIM, Calcutta.
• IIM, Indore.
• IIM, Udaipur.
• Indian School of Business, Andhra Pradesh.
• IMT, Ghaziabad.
• XLRI, Jamshedpur.
• T. A. Pai Management Institute.
• IFIM, Bangalore.

Only 27% students get into Top Management Universities in India:

As you already know, getting into top Indian business schools is an accomplishment in itself. Academic brilliance and a 99 percentile is not enough to guarantee your spot in a top Indian Business School. Getting into AACSB Accredited Institutions is just as tough, if not more, owing to the fierce nature of competition that hovers over top Indian Business Schools. Reality is that not even the best pedigree of students manages to get into top business schools. For instance, only 27% students get into Top Management Universities in India. What this means: about 70% students are at loss of good universities to go to. So where should these students go?

MBA in most AACSB Accredited Taiwan Universities cost approximately Rs 5 Lacs while Tier 1 Indian Business Schools cost Rs 21-30 Lacs:

DID YOU KNOW that in terms of rankings, Taiwan Business Schools rank between top IIMs and lesser known business schools and are shockingly very affordable? Incredibly, you can get your business degree from Taiwan Universities in approximately 5 Lacs vis-à-vis Top Indian Business Schools which will cost you close to 21-30 Lacs. Most importantly, Taiwan Business Schools have a placement package of 25 Lacs/annum which is on-par with Top Indian Business Schools; all this from a university abroad!! Unfortunately, not many people know about this vibrant opportunity. But what this means for you is that you have the opportunity of a lifetime staring at you in the face. The question is, are you bold enough to make use of this opportunity?

List of AACSB Accredited Taiwan Universities you can do your MBA from:

The top Taiwan Universities that are AACSB Accredited are as follows:

• Asia University
• National Central University
• National Cheng Kung University
• National Sun Yat Sen University
• Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology (STUST)
• Taitung University
• Yuan Ze University

End Game?

Getting your MBA from Taiwan Universities will cost you just 5 Lacs and they have an average placement package of 25 Lacs/annum. This package is on-par with Top Indian Business Schools and it costs only a fraction of the price. This means a higher return on your investment. Moreover, the Taiwan Universities we have mentioned above are also AACSB Accredited which is a major plus point. While we aren’t saying that Non-AACSB Accredited Business Schools are bad, what you should know is that AACSB Accredited Business Schools are marked with the seal of excellence as an AACSB Accreditation indicates that the business school meets the international standard.

Our take?

We encourage you to do your MBA from Taiwan Universities.

To know more about Taiwan universities, click here.

CLAT 2019 rescheduled to May 26 on account of Lok Sabha Elections

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Common Law Admission Test (CLAT 2019), the gateway to 21 National Law Universities across the country, has been rescheduled to May 26, 2019. Earlier, the exam was scheduled on May 12, 2019.

General Elections 2019 is scheduled in April-May and a significant number of states are poll bound on May 12, the earlier date on which CLAT 2019 was scheduled. There were wide speculations about the CLAT exam being rescheduled, since the announcement of dates by Election Commission of India. Seven big states will vote on May 12, and almost 50% of CLAT aspirants are from these states.

Accordingly, the date of application for CLAT 2019 has been extended to April 15, 2019.

CLAT 2019 will be conducted offline after a gap of five years. From 2015 to 2018, CLAT was conducted online, however, CLAT 2018 was marred with widespread technical glitches and many candidates had to take legal recourse.

For years, CLAT has been criticized on one count or the other, including non-professional and non-accountable approach. In October 2018, a permanent body of CLAT was constituted by the National Law Universities, which will oversee the conduct of the CLAT examinations in future. The committee also decided to rope in experts to create the test papers.

CLAT Journey started in the year 2008 after intervention by the Supreme Court and is held each year in the month of May on rotation by the NLUs, based on succession. CLAT 2019 will be conducted by National Law University, Odisha. CLAT 2018 was taken by 47,000 students across the country.
Ever since CLAT went online, it has been marred by controversies, either about the errors in questions, plagiarism or technical glitches. It is this aspect which may have prompted the consortium to go back to offline mode. Several petitions pertaining to CLAT, are at different stages of hearing at the Honorable Supreme Court. In 2015, Prof. Shamnad Basheer, ex-faculty member at NUJS Kolkata, appealed to the court to direct NLUs for a permanent CLAT body to oversee the entire process and which can also be held accountable for any lapses, unlike today where CLAT is held on rotation every year by a NLU based on succession.

What to Expect in CLAT 2019

With CLAT 2019 now offline, a welcome change, CLAT is expected to witness a significant increase in the number of aspirants as many aspirants from the rural pockets, who are still not comfortable with the online platform, are likely to apply. Also, Delhi is expected to witness a significant increase the number of CLAT test takers as IP University has decided to select students on the basis of their performance in CLAT 2019, for admissions to its five year Law programs in affiliated colleges.

Like previous years, CLAT 2019 will be a two-hour paper-based test which will test the reasoning abilities of the candidates. It will have 200 questions across five sections and will carry one mark each for the correct responses.

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