Higher Education in Canada and USA

[birbal]

I would welcome inquiries from jat students who want to come to North America for higher studies. I have a thorough knowledge of the universities in both Canada and USA. Depending on the credentials of a candidate I can suggest which universities are best suited for him/her. I can be of help for M.S. and Ph.D. in Engineering and Business as well as MBA.

Birbal Singh
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Canada

[pradeeps]

hello birbal sir ,thanks for message.i have just completed my B.E in computer science n engg.right now in india market is very tight.pls help me what should i do.
pradeep sehrawat.,delhi,india.

[birbal]

Dear Mr. Sehrawat,

The Computer Science field is in a downturn now but the long term prospects are still good. I need to know where you studied and how well you did in your B.E. If you are a First Class student, I believe you should be able to get into a M.S. program with financial assistance somewhere. Even otherwise it is good idea to upgrade your qualification as immigration to Canada for computer scientists is still not too difficult and future opportunities are excellent. Let me know details of your education.

[ajaynehra]

Sir Namaste

Thanks for your commendable effort atleast to help many JAT students who are willing to study abroad. Eventhough I was looking for someone who can guide me in same direction.

Sir I am B.E in Computer Sc. , 74% marks , topper, from <SIR> Chotu Ram State College of Engineering Murthal, Haryana. I completed my BE in 2000 and I have been working with a well known Telecom MNC as a software engineer since last 2 years.

I have around 2-3 years experiance in the feld of Computer networking also, prior to my BE.

I am seriously looking for an option to persue my higher studies in US. But now a days I am also thinking od PR to Australia or Canada.

Sir , please do advice me in this direction.Although I have a good job in my hand but I always dream to study abroad. I would appreciate if you guide me from where I can get financial assistance and How mush It will cost me. one of my classmate did his MS from Univerity of Southern Claifornia, But it is very costly to persue studies there.

Sir, You are into this education line , so sir , i am sure you are the best guide to me in this regard. It would be so niceof you if you can help me in persuing my higher studies in US.

I can get good recommendations from my college. One of our lecturer , Mr. Punia , he is also in Canada these days.

So sir please guide me ,Will my work experiance help me in getting into a good univeristy with financial assistance.

Sorry sir for asking too many questions, I hope you won't mind.

Please do communicate to me : any further information do you need to give me more accurate guidance, please let me know.

Best Regards


Ajay Nehra

ajay_nehra@yahoo.com
desijaat@lycos.com

Dr. Birbal Singh (Nov 14, 2002 10:31 a.m.):
I would welcome inquiries from jat students who want to come to North America for higher studies. I have a thorough knowledge of the universities in both Canada and USA. Depending on the credentials of a candidate I can suggest which universities are best suited for him/her. I can be of help for M.S. and Ph.D. in Engineering and Business as well as MBA.

Birbal Singh
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Canada

[birbal]

Dear Mr. Nehra,

It would be my great pleasure if I can help few good Jat boys and girls in pursuing their goals for higher education.

Your credentials seem excellent. You would have no difficulty in getting Immigration for Canada. But my advice to you is to come to Canada or USA for M.S. in your field next September. It would help you immensly if you put some effort in writing the GRE which you can do on line. I suggest you prepare for it to do your best. If you do very well in GRE your chances of getting financial assistance will improve greatly even though you are not from one of the IITs. Even if you do not do extremely well, I will suggest you some decent universities (other than the top tier) where you can get admission. Some of these may not be very expensive. Most good students who come here without financial assistance initially, usually get some assistance soon. In the meantime after being here for a year as a graduate student you can apply for and obtain immigration.
I am quite optimistic for your future. I will write you more on your personal email but I am writing here to give idea to other students who may read this.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[ajaynehra]

Thanks a lot sir for your prompt response. I am sure you are going to make my dream come true one day. I appreciate your altruistic nature and ameliorating efforts for JAT community.

It gives me immence pleasure when I come to know any successfull JAt anywahere in world. It would be my pleasure to help JAT community as whole if someday I will at some position. I feel JATs need to do a lot in helping each other and becoming highly educated. There is no end to learning sir , but educational qualifications do metter.

Ok sir , I hope if you don't mind , can I be in touch with you in future also.

Best Regards


Ajay Nehra

[birbal]

Ajay,

Of course, feel free to contact me any time. Right now if you email me a resume with details of work and education, I can give some specific suggestions.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[sandeepbalyan]

Hi Sir
Iam sandeep ,27yrs ,I did My BE electronics in 1997 with 64 % Since than I started working in Telecom and than switched to Software .I have more than 4 yrs of experience. Right now Iam working in a Government dept of BAHRAIN as a software professional.My Wife is A doctor Did her MBBS From Russia and Was working in INDIA.I want to is the Best Option For Us TO Migrate canada if it is than How much time can it take .Sir Do it help if u have any relative in canada Or shd I try For Admission In any university to get more chances for nice opportunity .Sir U r help is required.
waiting for u r answer

Take Care
Best Regards
sandeep

[anurag]

Hi Sandeep,

For information on immigration to Canada, I would advise you to contact Col. Virendra Tavathia (Retd.) at veeru_tav@yahoo.com. His profile can be found in members list. I read a post from him once, and got in otuch with him as well. He is into vanandian immigration consulting thing i think.

cheers
Anurag

[dpdagar]

Hi Sandeep,
Canadian immigration is a very simple process , i do'nt think, a qualified person like you need any professional consulting help (in my opinion it will be a wastage of money).

make sure u or ur spouse satisfy following criteria
1.Post graduate degree( husband or wife )
2. minimum 4 yrs experience ...any field
3. can speak, read write english
4. under the age of 45

if you satisfy above conditions and you are medically fit...
definitely you can get immigration at you own.

please visit this site
www.cic.gc.ca
and look for indepandant immigrant guides and forms.
go through all documents and prepare your own application.

I am a canadian immigrant... i did my immigration at my own..
if you need any help related to the process or documentation please drop me a mail.

NOTE : ABOVE INFORMATION IS FOR ALL JATS

[sandeepbalyan]

Hi Sir
Thanks for u r answers
Where can I mail u as Iam very keen for this but require guidance.
Best Regards
sandeep

[dpdagar]

Hi Sandeep,
please see ur mail(hotmail)...i have forward u some information.

[sandeepbalyan]

Hi Sir
Thanks for u r help
Regards
sandeep

[birbal]

Sandeep,

As stated in other messages, you are fully qualified for immigration to Canada on your own. You should apply as soon as possible as processing the application may take one year or longer. Just one suggestion, after you aply, just take few lesons in French as it will add marks (you need 75 out of 100).
I see no difficulty in getting immigration. However, the chances of your wife getting anything in Canada are almost zero at present, but you need not worry, as she can write USMLEs (US Medical Licensing Exam) and if she does well there is good chance of getting some residency in US.
So look up at www.gc.ca and click English and then services for non-canadians. You get clear information on skilled worker criteria.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[sandeepbalyan]

Thanks to all

Best regards

sandeep

[rsdalal]

Dr Birbal Singh ji, Dagar Bhai and Anurag,
Good community service, keep it up.

...Ranvir

[birbal]

I have received many inquiries directly to my office email and I have responded to all so far.

I am President of the Faculty Association at my university and will be away for a meeting in Ottawa from Nov. 20-25 next week. So, if I
do not respond for several days please do not feel that I am ignoring any one. I will respond to all once I come back.

Birbal Singh

[rahulgochhwal]

Dear Doctor Saab,
I cant thank you enough for your help and valuable advice.I am sure your help and advice will go a long way in helping me gain admission into a good grad school. I really wish we had more people like you.
Thanx again,
rahul

[ranjitjat]

Dear Dr Birbal singh
Welcome to the jatland.
You are doing great service to the jat community- many congratulations.
& Best wishes.
Thank you very much.

[tajveer]

Dear Mr. Birbal Singh,
It is good to see your posting on the site for such a noble thinking(helping others to rise in life). Iam a Jat boy from Delhi. My Educational Qualifications are:-

1) B.E (Electronics) from Pune University With second Class.

2) MBA(Diploma) in Marketing and Information Technology from Delhi with First Class.
I did my MBA from FORE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT after clearing CAT examination for management.

3) Approximately 3(1/2) years of Work Experience in the field of Marketing and Information Technology.

Presently Iam working in a software MNC in CRMG department(Customer Relationship Management Group).

I would to like to proceed for a P.hd program in Management(Marketing). I need your help in this regard. Please comment on my chances of Getting an admission (and Financial Aid ) in America or Canada for the P.hd program.

With Regards,
Tajveer Solanki

[birbal]

Dear Mr. Solanki,

If you are interested in completing a Ph.D. in Business you need to do the following:

First, you have to write GMAT and do extremely well. It can be written on-line from India, but I suggest you prepare thoroughly before writing the test.

Second, you will need excellent letters of recommendations. The people you choose to write reference letters should know what to write. They have to provide evidence for the content of their letter. One thing they have to write certainly is that your Second Division in your B.E. does not reflect your true ability and that you possess intellect, personality, inter-personal skills and leadership skills that are required for acceptance in a good Ph.D. programme.
Third, you will need to write a real good statement of purpose as to why you want to pursue Ph.D. and how it relates to your background and future plans. You can look at few university websites for the kind of things they want you to include in a personal statement.
If you make a concerted effort I think you can be successful. But at the same time I feel you have good chances of succeeding in getting immigration as an independent skilled worker to Canada. If you apply now it may take an year or more, but once you arrive as an immigrant you have lots of rights and entitlements to financial assistance for doing Ph.D.
I hope these comments are of help to you.
Good luck and keep in touch with me.

Birbal Singh

[navneet]

hello sir
i m very glad 2 know that u r showing interest for better upliftment of our community.
m p.g. in mass communication &want 2 do higher study in this area.could u help me sir?now i m working with a leading media organisation of india.tell me sir any institute is there which offers such kind of courses with scholership.thank u sir

[birbal]

Dear Mr. Poonia,

I do not have any personal contacts in this field but I know about the well known Schools in Journalism and Mass Communication.

I suggest you go to the website http://www.jrn.Columbia.edu/ an click on admission and click on the Sample test. You judge yourself how well you do on the last year's test. If yo think you can do really well I will suggest you few Schools in Canada and USA.

Good luck.
Birbal Singh

[navneet]

thank you sir


navneetpoonia

[jogi]

hello sir,
u r doing really good help for jat students..i really appreciate that..

jogi

[crsnadar]

NAME - RAHUL SINGH NADAR

[crsnadar]

NAME - RAHUL SINGH NADAR
B-TECH 7th SEM
75%
ELECTRONICS & COMM.

PLEASE TELL ME ABOUT
-EXPECTED FEE WITH OR WITHOUT SCHOLARSHIP
-PREPERATION
-SCOPE
-FORMALITIES
THANKING YOU

[birbal]

Dear Rahul,
It is difficult to give precise advice without
knowing some more details such as where
you are studying now. But, in general I can
state that a large number of Indian students
come for higher education in engineering to
USA and Canada and I have not known any
one who has not done well because the
standard of engineering education in India
is very good. Of course, the IITs have the
highest reputation.
To come over here with financial assistance
you need to do well on GRE and TOEFL and
have three very good recommendation letters
from your professors. Finally, your rank in your
class is very important. For example the top
student from a Regional Engineering College
will be preferred over a lower ranked student
from an IIT.
I feel the field of electronics/communication is
very good because the economy is cyclic in
nature and although the demand in this field
is depressed at present, it will be very good in
a few years when you complete your M.S. or
Ph.D. When I look at the last 35 years of my
life here I have seen it is better to be in a
field when it is down as it will be up soon.
Regarding costs, most Indian students come
on some sort of financial assistance (at least
in Engineering), but those who come on their
own usually find some marking or research
assistantship after the first semester because
Indian students have a reputaion for being
smart and hard workers. The cost is very high
in US private schools but is reasonable at
many State Universities and in Canada. One
can manage the first year on 6-8 lacs of
Rupees but as I stated most students manage
to have some income within first 4 months. Of
course, if you have some close relative/friend
here, it helps a lot.
I hope this information helps. The time is
running out for application for admission in
Fall 2003 so if you want to make a serous
effort, let me know your details soon and
I will give you specific suggestions.
Good luck.
Birbal Singh

[crsnadar]

HELLO
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2003 TO ALL
NAME->RAHUL SINGH NADAR
AGE-> 21
QUALIFICATION-> B-TECH(ELEC. & C0MM.)7th SEMESTER


PLEASE TELL ME ABOUT THE FEE RANGE WITH OR WITHOUT SCHOLARSHIP
FORMALITIES??
REQUIREMENTS??
GOOD A GRADE COLLEGES??
SUGGESTION.

THANKS

[birbal]

Typical expenses for one year and recent GRE
(quantitaive) scores of entering students in
engineering in USA:

The best universities in Electronics/Communication:
MIT - $45,000 GRE 767
Stanford - $50,000 GRE 770
UC Berkeley - $30,000 GRE 761

Excellent Universities:
University of Michigan - $36,000 GRE 768
University of Illinois - $25,000 GRE 771
Georgia Tech. - $22,000 GRE 760

Good and affordable:

Iowa State - $17,000 GRE 774
Wichita State - $13,000
Louisiana Tech. $12,500 GRE 736
Brigham Young University - $12,000 GRE 735
Univ of Utah - $10,500 GRE 745

Of course, there are a large number of u
univerities in North America and I have to know
details of a student before I suggest specific
schools.

[rahulgochhwal]

Dear doctor saab namashkar.

And Ch. Rahul bhai, I can also help at the india end with some advice for exam prepration and other stuff as I have written my GRE recently and presently I am in the final stages of applying. Doctor saheb is a very good authority in this field and his help and advice is invaluable.
So in case u need any study material or any other information relating to GRE, do conact me at rgochwal@yahoo.com.
bye,
rahul

[ajaynehra]

Respected Dr. Birbal ji

I have already updated u about my profile few days back, I was trying for immigration to Australia, but unfortunately they have changed their rues and now they seek 04 years work ex after graduation and I am only having 02 yeasr work ex in software agter B.Tech. Please guide me If I have any scope in Canada or US....

May be In studies or Permanent Immigration.

Best Regards


Ajay Nehra

ajay_nehra@yahoo.com
desijaat@lycos.com


Dr. Birbal Singh (Nov 14, 2002 10:31 a.m.):
I would welcome inquiries from jat students who want to come to North America for higher studies. I have a thorough knowledge of the universities in both Canada and USA. Depending on the credentials of a candidate I can suggest which universities are best suited for him/her. I can be of help for M.S. and Ph.D. in Engineering and Business as well as MBA.

Birbal Singh
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Canada

[akdabas]

Very Educational and Informative.

Thanks of updating the members of the Jatland for this information.

[birbal]

Hi Ajay,

As I wrote you earlier, you have good chances
of immigration to Canada. But, if you want to
come as a student, that should not be very
difficult because you are ranked first in your
class. Your admission to M.S. is certain and
there is some chance you may get financial
assistance if you do very well on GRE and you
have reliable recommendations.

In case you are unable to get scholarship in
advance, and you can afford about $20,000
Canadian (6 lacs Rupees) you can come as a
student and change your status as immigrant
after one year (you get points for having
studied in Canada).

If you want to come as a student, you have to
hurry up as application time for financial aid is
February 1 in most places and even Jan 15 at
some places.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dramalik]

Sir,
Thank you for offering your time and expertise. I'm an MBBS from one of the best colleges in India- Armed Forces Medical College, Pune (AFMC) and am interested in studying further in Public Health/Psychopharmacology in the US. I intend to give GRE in a couple of months and would appreciate any tips and advise you feel may be helpful to me. Thank you.

[birbal]

Dear Dr. Malik,

I will be glad to assist you in any manner I can.
In fact, one of our best friends is the Head of
Department of Pharmacology at the University
of Western Ontario in Canada. It is one of the
best universities and of course, I can find from
him the information about US school. also
know people in public health as both of my
children are medical doctors.

Birbal Singh

[singh_ranvir]

Dear Dr. Birbal,


being a student , i would like to thankful to you that you helping the coming community generation at such a point where they need a good guidance and little bit push to achieve goals in there life.
thanks a lot !

[dadaharidasji]

Dear Sir,

I have done my MCA(Masters in Computer Application) from MDUniversity,Rohtak with 74.6% Agg.
I want to further purse studies doin MS(Computer Science) or MBA(IT).Can u plz guide me in this regards with necessary educational and financial requiusites.

[birbal]

Dear Vikas,

I think you would have no problem getting admission to MS in Computer Science but getting financial assistance immediately is difficult. As far as MBA is concerned, you need to have a couple of years of experience to get admission in good MBA programs. Also, for MBA graduates, the job opportunities and starting salary depend a lot on the ranking of the university, while for a M.S. in Computer Science the ranking of the university is not as important although one should try to go to the best possible university.

So, for you, I would suggest M.S. in Computer Science is better option. In judging applicants the rank in the graduating class is more important than the marks. Also, if you prepare hard and do very well on GRE, it will help you a lot. You will need 3 very good recommendation letters.

Usually, those students who come without any financial assistance can get some help after one semester if they work hard and do well. Further, you can earn some money during the Summer.

The cost of education for the first year (hoping that you will get some funding in the second year) varies widely ranging from US $13,000 to $40,000. But just because some university is inexpensive, it does'nt mean the education quality is bad. There are some excellent state universities with reasonable fees.

Depending upon what is your affordibility range I can suggest you few universities. One Jat girl came last month (January semester) on my advice to Wyoming to do MS in computer science and she is doing fine so far. Wyoming is one of the low cost universities.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[kvsiitd]

Dear Sir,

It is really heartening to know that you are doing thsi kind of service for the community.
My query is in the same regard. First a little bit about me.
I am a final year student of Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi. I am very interested in pursuig my graduate studies in USA. I will like to join program PHD in one of the reputed university. I have already worked towards achieving this goal of mine.
I have already applied in few universities. I will like to seek your advice as well as help in the same regard.
If you have time I can mail you my resume as well the list of universities where I have applied.
Thanks in advance.

Krishna Veer Singh

[mbamal]

Hello guys....

I see a lot of people talking about studying in US or Canada...I think u guys should also look for options outside us...may b europe...I am doing my PhD from a leading R&D Center in belgium...Places like belgium offer a lot of opputnuties if you are interested in good research career...I did my grad from IIT delhi in Elec Engg..inspite of havin few offers from US i opted for belgium...If u wanna go to us make sure that u land up in some good univ like MIT, StanF, Berkeley, Caltech, UIUC, Irvine...otherwise its no use doin it frm a B grad school in US.....even for guys interested in MBA...europe offers some exciting oppurtunites...specially germany..check out...

http://newdelhi.daad.de

I really like the efforts of ppl like Dr. singh in the wider interest of JAT community...its definitely a gr8 effort...any JAT bhai interested in knowing more abt studying in europe..pls email me at...bamal@india.com

Ram Ram,

[birbal]

Dear Krisnaveer,

I wish you had communicated with me earlier, but I am sure you have taken right steps to go to a good graduate program in USA. As you know IITs always had good reputation (I am IITB 1965 batch), but at present due to the CBS 60 Minutes show everyone wants IIT students. I know IIT students with GPA as low as 7.0 out of 10 and getting 4.0 out of 4.0 here.

Let me know any help you need from my side. It is a great pleasure to know about so many bright Jat boys and girls on this site. Going from a village to IIT Bombay in 1960 (it was 5 years after Higher Secondary then) I missed company of people with complete rural background like me.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[birbal]

Mandeep,

You are right about opportunities of higher education in many countries. I know of my Canadian friends going to European countries with NATO scholarship and having opportunity of a first rate education. However, the most important advantage we have in USA and Canada is the language. Now it is well recognized that Indians have great communication skills when it comes to written communication. Also, by now we have a large community for social interaction here. Though it was pretty tough almost 35 years ago when I came. Now, we can get all Indian groceries, can go to a variety of Indian restaurants and have good company.

I would agree with you that one should try to go to the best possible place. So first choice is top North American Schools and then better to go to first rate European schools rather than American B schools.

At the same time I would say that if someone is not interested in a Ph.D. and just wants to find a good job after a M.S., there is not much difference where you went to school. It is better to be the top student at Wyoming than bottom student at MIT.

You have made a good choice in Belgium and I hope others learn from you and apply to both American and European schools and choose the best available school.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Nov 14, 2002 10:31 a.m.):
I would welcome inquiries from jat students who want to come to North America for higher studies. I have a thorough knowledge of the universities in both Canada and USA. Depending on the credentials of a candidate I can suggest which universities are best suited for him/her. I can be of help for M.S. and Ph.D. in Engineering and Business as well as MBA.

Birbal Singh
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Canada

Dear Sir ,
Can you provide me help regarding research project(Phd) in Neural network,artificial Intelligence,Advanced Object-oriented database research project in universities of US/CANADA/AUSTRALIA?I am highly interested in doing Phd in computer science based on space projects.What is the procedure for research project and which one are the universities?
I have done MCA and doing job for last three years.

I am a little bit confused regarding the research materials.Where will I get the text materials for research which no body had done yet in computer science?Any managzine or web site where I'll get the related material?

Actually one of my friend told me that for research project(Phd) you have to find out the topic on which you are doing Phd and then to write that research project in 500 to 1000 words.After that you have to send that to all universities for Phd.I want any project on space.

I hope that I'll do some great for our jat community & for our country like Kalpana Chawla done.

Also scholarship also depends on the project text materials.

Can anybody tell me how I should write the project thesis for phd and where I'll get that materials?

May be there will be few jat members who had done Phd from US/CANADA or Australia?

My personal mail-id is bdahiya@yahoo.com or dahbal@hotmail.com.

Thanks in advance.

Regards,
Balraj Dahiya

[anujkumar]

http://usapply.tripod.com/

This site can be read to have an idea about how the whole thing works. Toughest part is making right selection in which you have to valuate and match your credentials with the Universities. Talking to lot's of people who have been there helps.

ADD: Do a google yourself and you get all the information required (formal and informal).

[birbal]

Dear Balraj,

Your desire to pursue a Ph.D. is commendable and I am sure you will accomplish it soon. The best strategy I can suggest is that you email me your biodata including all details of your courses and marks. As Anuj wrote, it is important to match one's credentials to a university, and I can assist you in doing just that.

In the meantime you prepare for and write GRE. The material for preparing for GRE is easily available in India. It is very important for non-IIT students to do well on GRE. Further, I would strongly recommend writing Advanced GRE as many unversities insist on it for Ph.D. admission. You will also need to write TOEFL, but that is really trivial. I have not known any Indian student doing poorly on TOEFL.

The usual time frame for completing applications is January-February, so you have lot to do in the next 3-4 months. Of course, you will need at least 3 good reference letters, but I feel you will not have any problems in that area.

I have a reliable lab technologist who can do internet search for professors who have research grants in the area of your interest. In Canada, the professors get grants from NSERC (Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada) and in the USA from NSF (National Science Foundation) and several other funding agencies.

Finally, I appreciate your desire to do Ph.D., but some universities may want you to do M.S. before you are admitted to Ph.D., and it may not be a bad idea, because if you do very well, they will just convert your status to a Ph.D. student after the first year.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 10, 2003 07:38 a.m.):
Dear Balraj,

Your desire to pursue a Ph.D. is commendable and I am sure you will accomplish it soon. The best strategy I can suggest is that you email me your biodata including all details of your courses and marks. As Anuj wrote, it is important to match one's credentials to a university, and I can assist you in doing just that.

In the meantime you prepare for and write GRE. The material for preparing for GRE is easily available in India. It is very important for non-IIT students to do well on GRE. Further, I would strongly recommend writing Advanced GRE as many unversities insist on it for Ph.D. admission. You will also need to write TOEFL, but that is really trivial. I have not known any Indian student doing poorly on TOEFL.

The usual time frame for completing applications is January-February, so you have lot to do in the next 3-4 months. Of course, you will need at least 3 good reference letters, but I feel you will not have any problems in that area.

I have a reliable lab technologist who can do internet search for professors who have research grants in the area of your interest. In Canada, the professors get grants from NSERC (Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada) and in the USA from NSF (National Science Foundation) and several other funding agencies.

Finally, I appreciate your desire to do Ph.D., but some universities may want you to do M.S. before you are admitted to Ph.D., and it may not be a bad idea, because if you do very well, they will just convert your status to a Ph.D. student after the first year.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh


Dear Sir,

Thanks a lot for information and nice appreciations.I'll send you my resume tomorrow after complete every thing.

But someone told me that there is no need of GRE for the Canadian/Australia Universities.They only asked for IELTS test for admission.Is it true ? But I don't have any idea about it.

Again thanks for lots of informations.

Regards,
Balraj Dahiya

[birbal]

Balraj,

It is true that some universities do not insist on GRE, but a good GRE score always helps. It is even more important for students who are not from IITs to enhance their credentials.

There is no risk in writing both general and advanced GRE as you decide to choose places to apply after knowing how well you have done.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 10, 2003 08:50 a.m.):
Balraj,

It is true that some universities do not insist on GRE, but a good GRE score always helps. It is even more important for students who are not from IITs to enhance their credentials.

There is no risk in writing both general and advanced GRE as you decide to choose places to apply after knowing how well you have done.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

*****
Dear Sir,

Good Morning!!

Thanks for your lots of effort atleast to help many JAT students who are willing to study abroad.
I am MCA(master of Computer Science & Application). , 67% marks , from Guru Jambeshwar University Hisar,Haryana. I completed my MCA in 2000 and I have been working with a well known us based mnc in New Delhi as a software engineer since last 3 years.
Before that I have done B.Sc(Phy,chem,Math) from Hindu College Sonepat,Haryana with 67% marks under MD University Rohtak in 1997.

I have around 3 years experiance in the field of UNIX & Linux operating system(Development and Testing of operating System)

I am seriously looking for an option to persue my higher studies in US/CANADA. But now a days I am also thinking about PR to Australia or Canada.

Sir , please do advice me in this direction.Although I have a good job in my hand but I always dream to study abroad. I would appreciate if you guide me from where I can get financial assistance and How mush It will cost me. But it is very costly to persue studies there.

Sir, You are into this education line , so sir , i am sure you are the best guide to me in this regard. It would be so niceof you if you can help me in persuing my higher studies in US.

So sir please guide me ,Will my work experiance help me in getting into a good univeristy with financial assistance.

Please do communicate to me : any further information do you need to give me more accurate guidance, please let me know.

I am sorry because due to some time problem I have made the modification of Mr. Nehra's mail.

Thanks & Regards
Balraj Dahiya

[dahbal]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 10, 2003 08:50 a.m.):
Balraj,

It is true that some universities do not insist on GRE, but a good GRE score always helps. It is even more important for students who are not from IITs to enhance their credentials.

There is no risk in writing both general and advanced GRE as you decide to choose places to apply after knowing how well you have done.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh


Dear Sir,

Again thanks of helping me.
Sir,problem is not of GRE but problem is that I am doing job and not getting time for GRE prep.Without good prep. we couldn't get good scores.For GRE I have to leave my job but that is not possible because I don't belongs to a rich family.

Please suggest me what I'll do in such a situation.

Regards,
Balraj Dahiya

[birbal]

Dear Balraj,

Looking at your credentials and taking into account you desire for higher studies, I suggest you apply for immigration to Canada. Effective Sept 8, 2003 the requirement for immigration to Canada has been reduced to 67 marks instead of the previous 75. You automatically qualify for immigration.

Once you are accepted as an immigrant you will have no difficulty in fulfilling your desire to enhance your qualifications.

These rules may change agai so I suggest you waste no time in applying for immigration.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 11, 2003 10:13 a.m.):
Dear Balraj,

Looking at your credentials and taking into account you desire for higher studies, I suggest you apply for immigration to Canada. Effective Sept 8, 2003 the requirement for immigration to Canada has been reduced to 67 marks instead of the previous 75. You automatically qualify for immigration.

Once you are accepted as an immigrant you will have no difficulty in fulfilling your desire to enhance your qualifications.

These rules may change agai so I suggest you waste no time in applying for immigration.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

Dear Sir,

Thanks for information.Can you provide me informations about the documents required for Canada Immigration?

Is IELTS test is must for Canada Immigration?
Is the 10th certificate is enough for proof of date of birth? Because I don't have any birth certificate from hospital.
What about medical certificates? Where will I get contact for this?

I wanna know all details before applying for canada immigration.

Thanks & Regards,
Balraj Dahiya

[birbal]

Dear Balraj,

IELTS will be required but that is just before the interview which may take one and half to two years as there is a big waiting list in New Delhi office of the Canadian High Commission.

The 10th grade certificate is recognized as official birth certificate. Most of us do not have a birth certificate.

To get the complete information and to make sure yourself go to the Canadian Government website http://www.gc.ca and click English, then click the section for Non-Canadians and you will find all the details and a self assessment which you can take to make sure that you meet the qualifications.

I think the current fee (for application in New Delhi) is around Rs. 30,000, which is not much the rights and entitlements for Canadian immigrants are one of the best in the world.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 11, 2003 04:31 p.m.):
Dear Balraj,

IELTS will be required but that is just before the interview which may take one and half to two years as there is a big waiting list in New Delhi office of the Canadian High Commission.

The 10th grade certificate is recognized as official birth certificate. Most of us do not have a birth certificate.

To get the complete information and to make sure yourself go to the Canadian Government website http://www.gc.ca and click English, then click the section for Non-Canadians and you will find all the details and a self assessment which you can take to make sure that you meet the qualifications.

I think the current fee (for application in New Delhi) is around Rs. 30,000, which is not much the rights and entitlements for Canadian immigrants are one of the best in the world.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

Dear Sir,

Thanks a lot.

Can you tell me one more thing for how many years IELTS score is valid or recognised after clearing once?

Where from I'll download the application form and to whom I'll contact for checking my application form after complete filling?

Actually I want to proceed carefully so that I'll not loose this chance.

Thanks & Regards,
Balraj Dahiya

[birbal]

Balraj,

If you go on to the Canadian government website Http://www.gc.ca/ and click English, and then Click sevices for non-Canadians, click English again and then click on immigrating, on the left hand frame of the page click on Embassies and Consulates and find all the details from New Delhi site of the Canadian Consulate. It is fairly straightforward.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dear Sir,

Thanks a lot.

I am a little bit confused regarding the case of skilled worker they have written something like in NOC elligble skilled workers
Computer Engineer(Except Software Engineer)
but my designation is also software engineer in my company.When I'll get the experience certificate my boss will write in my experience letter worked as a "software engineer".
May be it'll create me problem in my immigration to Canada?

What should I enter in the location in "Where do you intend to live in Canada?

1 City/Town :

2. Province :

which one is suitable place in Canada for indian in point of view of jobs as well as livings?

Sir,kindly suggest me what will I do?


Thanks & Regards,
Balraj Dahiya


Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 12, 2003 07:59 a.m.):
Balraj,

If you go on to the Canadian government website Http://www.gc.ca/ and click English, and then Click sevices for non-Canadians, click English again and then click on immigrating, on the left hand frame of the page click on Embassies and Consulates and find all the details from New Delhi site of the Canadian Consulate. It is fairly straightforward.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[birbal]

Balraj,

Software Engineers are also in demand. They have a different code number which you find under letter "s".

For the location of your choice you can list any place but add that you are flexible. Most immigrants come to Toronto but you will have better chance of getting immigration if you say you are willing to go where my skills are needed.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dear Sir,

Thank you.

I don't know about the demands of skill.I think they haven't mention anywhere on immigration about demands of particular skills in particluar location.
But I'll search it over internet.

Thanks & Regards,
Balraj Dahiya

Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 13, 2003 07:37 a.m.):
Balraj,

Software Engineers are also in demand. They have a different code number which you find under letter "s".

For the location of your choice you can list any place but add that you are flexible. Most immigrants come to Toronto but you will have better chance of getting immigration if you say you are willing to go where my skills are needed.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dear Sir,

Can you tell me individually how I am qualifying 67 points? I am a little bit confused on the way they have given marks.They have given 0 marks in case of age in master degree and 10 in case of bachlor degree.
Please clarify me.

Thanks & Regards,
Balraj Dahiya
Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 11, 2003 10:13 a.m.):
Dear Balraj,

Looking at your credentials and taking into account you desire for higher studies, I suggest you apply for immigration to Canada. Effective Sept 8, 2003 the requirement for immigration to Canada has been reduced to 67 marks instead of the previous 75. You automatically qualify for immigration.

Once you are accepted as an immigrant you will have no difficulty in fulfilling your desire to enhance your qualifications.

These rules may change agai so I suggest you waste no time in applying for immigration.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[birbal]

Balraj,

You click on the self assessment (take the test) and find for yourself that you meet the requirement.

All applicants between the age of 21 and 49 years get 10 marks for the age; you get at least 22 marks for a Bachelor's degree (25 for those with Bachelor's and Master's); 21 marks for 4 years' experience (19 for 3 years, 17 for 2 years), 16 for fluency in English (additional marks for even the minimum knowledge of French; just take one course in French). So, it is very easy to total up to 67 even for those who have no family member in Canada (5 marks), and those who are single ( up to 5 marks for an educated spouse).

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dahbal]

Dear Sir,

Thanks a lot.

I am highly grateful to you for providing me lots of informations and help.

Thanks & Regards,
Balraj Dahiya
Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 15, 2003 10:40 a.m.):
Balraj,

You click on the self assessment (take the test) and find for yourself that you meet the requirement.

All applicants between the age of 21 and 49 years get 10 marks for the age; you get at least 22 marks for a Bachelor's degree (25 for those with Bachelor's and Master's); 21 marks for 4 years' experience (19 for 3 years, 17 for 2 years), 16 for fluency in English (additional marks for even the minimum knowledge of French; just take one course in French). So, it is very easy to total up to 67 even for those who have no family member in Canada (5 marks), and those who are single ( up to 5 marks for an educated spouse).

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[viresh]

Respected sir,
sir i have recently completed my MCA from U.P.Technical University with 76%. sir i am intersted in MS course in computer science but i am really confuse how to start with applying and what r the elegiblity criteria for various couse, sir please mail me ur email id so i may send u my detail resume. sir my email id is vireshmor@hotmail.com
sir i hope to hear from u soon
thank you

[bhuvanmirdha]

Dear Birbal Sir

I am Bhuvan and presently am pursuing my M.Tech (like MS) final year in Industrial and Management Engineering (IME) from IIT Kanpur with GPA of 8.5/10 (B.Tech (Hons) in Mechanical Engg. from Rajasthan). I am campus placed in TATA MOTORS (Telco) as Asst. Manager with handsome salery. But due to a zeal of study, a strong desire to boost the career for consultancy and main I wish to settle in US/canada, I am planning to do MS/ PhD (as I can't afford the US MBA expense, and due to some research orientation) from a good university/B-School in supply chain management(SCM)/oprations/finance/O.R. from US after one or two years of my job work ex. But still I am puzzled that whether this would be the best option or I should shuffle the jobs in India to achieve this goal.
Plz reply with your valuable suggestions.
And I wish to continue contacts with you for your valuble advises and guidance in my current studies, as this really benificial to me.

With Regards
Bhuvan

[bhuvanmirdha]

Dear Birbal Sir

I forgot to mention some information about me.

Resume:
http://home.iitk.ac.in/student/bhuvan/bhuvan.html

Home Page: http://home.iitk.ac.in/student/bhuvan

Mail Id: bhuvan@iitk.ac.in

And presently I am working on a project of intellectual property rights and patents information system with technology mapping
as my M.Tech one year acadmic project(Thesis, as in IIT we have one year thesis in which we have to do some research work of one year). In this me and my guide Dr. AK Mittal( http://www.iitk.ac.in/ime/mittal ) are developing a web site for patents for indian researchers and users and then will work on Technology Mapping through patents with some certain rules and huge data base. This will be connected with US, European and Japanese patents sites.
This project is an official project of Ministery Of Information technology, India and funded by the same.

Hope this information will be useful to suggest me for my questions.

With Regards
Bhuvan

[birbal]

Bhuvan,

For those who want to pursue an MBA it is valuable to obtain a couple of experience in a reputed company like Tatas. However, as you rightfully stated MBA in USA is fairly expensive.

For those who want to pursue Ph.D., it is better to complete it as soon as possible because whether you become an assistant professor or join industrial sector, it will be mainly based on your Ph.D. only. Also, if you are admitted to a Ph.D. program you will definitely be fully financed.

You are in a fortunate situation as you already have a position in a highly reputed company. So I would suggest that you accept your job but apply for Ph.D. in the best schools in the field such as Purdue, Georgia Tech., University of Michigan, University of Wisconsin, and University of California Berkeley. Because you have a good job offer, I am saying it is worth going for the top schools only.

I also suggest that you make an effort to publish your M.Tech. work as it will help greatly in getting funding.

Another option is work a couple of years in Tatas and try your best to get into IIM as the reputation of IIM is as good as that of any top US business chools. But I think you will get into Ph.D. anyway.

Good luck.
Birbal Singh

[birbal]

Viresh,

Currently, it is quite tough to get scholarship for MS but getting admission is not that difficult. If you send me your details at birbal.singh@lakeheadu.ca I will suggest you some schools.

Birbal Singh


viresh (Oct 16, 2003 03:35 p.m.):
Respected sir,
sir i have recently completed my MCA from U.P.Technical University with 76%. sir i am intersted in MS course in computer science but i am really confuse how to start with applying and what r the elegiblity criteria for various couse, sir please mail me ur email id so i may send u my detail resume. sir my email id is vireshmor@hotmail.com
sir i hope to hear from u soon
thank you

[bhuvanmirdha]

Dear Birbal Sir
Thank you very much for your valuble advise.

[dchhill]

Hi! Dr.
With reference to your article, posted on this site, I would like to ask a few questions from you.

I am in US right now.I have not completed my masters but I am doing it at present.It will take me atleast 1 more year to complete it.
My points as skilled worker are 63.

1.If i take a course in french then I will qualify.Is it good for me to take french in the next semester and then qualify.
2.Will it be okay to hire a lawyer or should I do all the processing myself.
3.How much will a good lawyer charge me.
4.Can I put my file and write that I know french in it, before enrolling in the french classes.

I would be grateful to You, If you could help me on this subject.

Thanks for giving Time to Young jat students.

Divya Chhillar

[birbal]

The time period for processing of Canadian Immigration seems to have increased to more than one year to almost two years so it is better to apply right away. By the time your interview comes along you will likely have your French Course done (it is not too difficult to acquire basic conversational ability, and no one expects you to be fluent in both languages). If you are working as a TA or RA you can count it as legitimate experience and couple of more points.

The bottom line is that the Canadian govt has figured out that they need immigrants to reduce the effects of declining birth rate and who better to accept than those who are already in North America.

Do not waste your money on lawyers. I did all the work myself more than 30 years ago, now the technology makes it so easy.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[choudharysaaab]

namaskar sir!
i m pursuing my M.Tech . in aquacultural engineering from IIT Kharagpur ,after completion of B.E. in agriculture engineering
from CTAE,Udaipur,Rajasthan.
currently my end sem exams are going on...after my first sem i have to choose some project work ...so ...i m in search of an industry oriented project...though institute will provide me a project itself at institute...but...a project out side..or ..at some industry ll help me in career building...as u know career prospects in agriculture engg/aquaculture engg in India are not better at this time...
im interested specially in food engineering or processing .
the project may be a training type...we can get project at some compenies like Pfizer,which are using fish processing for preparation fo some medicine....
or there may be some long year specialised training at some research institution/organization/university college or so...
if u can help me ???...
i hv consulted my faculty advisor ,he is not having any objection if i can arrange some project out side....

thanks...
Hemant...

[birbal]

Hemant,

I was out of town for few days so read your message late. The only person I know in Agriculture Engineering is Digvir Singh Jayas (who is really well known and is Vice-President, Research in the University of Manitoba), but his area is mainly storage of grain and drying of grain. My suggestion to you is to complete your project and degree at IIT Kgp and try for Ph.D. in USA/Cnada. I will try to find some information about your area of interest nd let you know.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[anujkumar]

code:

Here (http://www.columbia.edu/~ua2105/files/Guide_to_Applying.pdf) is guide written by a friend for applying to US universities. It is mainly written with reference to studends without work experience.

Anuj

[dadaharidasji]

Hello Sir,

I have dome my MCA(Masters in Computer Applications) from MdUniversity,Rohtak in2002 with 74.6%.
have 2 yrs of work exp in s/w industry.

I'm looking for higher studies.I want to go for MBA(IT/Systems) or a good MS program.

Kindly suggest me in this regard.

Thanks a lot!!

Vikas Dabas

[birbal]

Vikas,

Under the present conditions the chances of financial aid upfront are minimal but admission is not difficult. In that case the matter boils down to what one can afford as there are low cost universities requiring as little as $14.000 per year to universities costing upward of $40,000 per year. You can email to my office (birbal.singh@lakeheadu.ca) to avoid such discussion in public.

Birbal Singh

[ndahiya]

BUMPING topic to the top...

Nitin.

[sandeepphogat]

hello sir
i am pharmacist from india and now i am doing my MBA in marketing from london.
i want immigration to canada so if i got admission in any insitution in canada and than apply for the immigration than can i get it?
can u plz tell me the scope of pharmacy in canada. is there any test to become equivalent?
plz let me know all details.
thankyou.

[sushilsehrawat]

Visit the following link for information in your field of interest:

http://www.pharmacists.ca/content/about_cpha/about_pharmacy_in_can/how_to_become/index.cfm

[malik]

Dear Dr Birbal

thanks for this information. Its a great assistance to the people, who are serious about their future.
I am writing about my son, who has BE (computar science ) from Maulana Azad collage of Technology Bhopal. It use to be a regional Engineering collage than became NIT national institute of Technology and now deemed to be university. He qualified last year with 59% and scored 72% in GRE and at present working in South Africa as a software enginner.
What are the prospect of higher education in USA or canada and can he get any schloarship or finannacial help.
Thanks Dr. malik KPS

[birbal]

Dr. Malik,

Admission to a Masters' program is not too difficult but to get financial assistance up front one has to have fairly high marks. However, most motivated students I have known over 35 years in North America find some form of assistance or job on campus and summer jobs after one semester. Of course, it does involve some risk. Also, these days it is not worth limiting only to USA/Canada because in a field like computer science opportunities are now truly global.

If you need specific information email me at birbal.singh@lakeheadu.ca

Birbal Singh

[artikundu]

Respected Sir,
I am highly thankful to you for your help and guidance.
Best regards,
Arti Kundu

[naresh]

Dera Sir

encl is mu biodata
i want to do ms from good institute
can i get side by side job also as my parents cannot pay much

thanks and regards
naresh
#H.No: 77, First Floor, Ber Sarai, Hauz Khas
New Delhi 110016
Mobile:+91-9818409557
E-mail:nar_kiran@rediffmail.com
Objective:

To make a professional growth oriented carrier in the field of information technology with an organization where I can utilize my knowledge and professional experience in line with organizational objectives.

Work Experience: 1 Years & 3 months
Bharti Cellular Ltd. (AIRTEL)

Resident Engineer New Delhi, India
09/2002 - till date
A telecommunication company provides mobile services to all the clients and has offices in India, and Abroad. The company has 800 nodes, 100 Mbps switched (Cisco) and structured network, leased lines with ISDN backup, Windows 2000 Domain Infrastructure, Domino mail server, Microsoft ISA and Trend Micro AntiVirus.

Responsibilities
Design, Implementation & tuning in LAN, LAN Internetworking.

Installing the required software’s in LAN, configuring and fine tuning them.

Training Customers on Windows/office suits, Internet, Email & its applications.

Installation and Troubleshooting of all range of PCs of IBM, Compaq
Configuring CD-ROM, Printers, Scanners.
Installation & Troubleshooting Modems for Internet
Creation of instruction manuals to facilitate configuration & installation of standard software suit.
Coordination with vendors & other service providers
Documentation.
Can Configure ,Install & Troubleshoot OS Win 9x,Win2000,Xp. Also DHCP, File & Print server
Managing Windows 2000 Domain Active Diresctory,Group Policu,DHCP,and DNS,Terminal services



Certifications : CCNA in 2003(Sept)

Professional Qualification:

TECHANICAL SANT LONGOWAL INSTITUTE OF ENGG. AND TECHNOLOGY (S.L.I.E.T) established and funded by the Govt. of India and is under the direct control of Ministry of Human Resources and Development ACADMIC Qualification and Board Year School/Institute Aggregate
BE P.T.U, Punjab 1999- 2002 SLIET, Sangrur 70.8%
Diploma Board of Technical Examinations Karnataka 1995-1998 B.S.F institute of Technology Bangalore 71.3%
10+2 March 1995 B.S.F School Jammu 62%
Matric March 1993 B.S.F School Jammu 72%

Snap-Shot
Operating Systems : Windows 9X/Xp/2K Prof.
Windows 2000 servers,
Redhat Linux 7.x
Protocols & Concepts : TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DHCP,
DNS, and WINS
Email Client : Lotus Client ,MS Outlook 2000
Web & Proxy Services : Microsoft ISA, Linux Appache,
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Personal:
Nationality : Indian
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Marital Status : Unmarried
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References: On Demand.

[birbal]

Naresh,

From your cv I can see that you are a hard working, determined young man and have a good future. However, under the present economic climate it is not worth taking risk of coming to USA/Canada and hope of finding side job. Usually it works but if you do not have financial backing, the risk is too high.

I suggest you keep working hard and keep looking for opportunities. This website is a good source of networking. Get in touch with me towards the end of this year and if things improve I will suggest some places where there may be some chance for the Sept 2005 session.

I can fully understand your situation as I was in the same boat 40 years ago studying at IIT Bombay and having no money to even apply to some places. I did not give up and everything worked out in the long run and I am sure it will work out for you.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[ajaym]

Hi Sir,

I too wish to upgrade my qualification, I have done B.Sc (Comp. Sc) , M.Sc (Comp. Sc) & Three years Master Diploma in S/W engg and if every thing goes fine, I shall be in Kansas next month on my company's project initially for one year.

Please guide me , can I pursue MS or MBA from Kansas on part time basis and what is the procedure for that.

Regards,

[birbal]

Ajay,

I assume you will be on H1 visa which can be renewed after one year. In such situation it is best to put most of your energy in improved job performance and apply for Canadian Immigration immediately. If your H1 visa is renewed then before its end you can get immigrant status in Canada and you have lot more flexibility. Of course, you may think of part time MBA but it will take away from your performance on job which is not desirable at this stage. Once you build a good track record on your job you can think of alternatives.

Birbal Singh

[aman_sindhu]

Hello Sir,
This is Aman from HR. i passed my B.A.(Maths,Geography) from K.U.Kurukshetra with 55% in 1997. Right now my final yr. M.C.A.(U.P. Tech. Lucknow) going on ,which hopefully i m gonna to pass in this june with 65% marks. well i m gonna to give the GRE in this may. I WANNA TO KNOW I HAVE TO GO FOR M.S.(COMP.) OR FOR P.H.D. ? & for that how much i have to score in GRE resp.?

[birbal]

Aman,

Direct admission to a Ph.D. program is highly unlikely in your case. So, you have to apply for MS for which admission is not such a big problem as interest in computer science is declining in USA because of too much news about outsourcing. I do not think GRE should pose any problem for you as all Indian students I have known have done very well in the quantitative part which is the important part for science and engineering.

Good luck and let me know any other info you want.If you can afford it is not a bad idea to come for MS in January 2005 semester ( most admissions in January session are without financial aid) and work hard to get some assistantship by Sept session.

Birbal Singh

[aman_sindhu]

Hello Sir,

This is Aman. I completed my B.A(maths & geography) frm K.U.Kurukshetra in 1997 with 55% marks. Right now this is final yr M.C.A. going on from U.P.Tech.Lucknow.Which i m gonna to complete in cuming june, hopefully with 65% marks. I m gonna to give my GRE in cuming may. I wanna to know i should go for M.S.(comp) or i m elligible for PHD. also? Which is good for me?

[aman_sindhu]

Hello Sir,

This is Aman. I completed my B.A(maths & geography) frm K.U.Kurukshetra in 1997 with 55% marks. Right now this is final yr M.C.A. going on from U.P.Tech.Lucknow.Which i m gonna to complete in cuming june, hopefully with 65% marks. I m gonna to give my GRE in cuming may. I wanna to know i should go for M.S.(comp) or i m elligible for PHD. also? Which is good for me?

[arjun]

Dear sir,
iam sure you must be innundated by emails by now. here is another one.
iam an architect, working as a project manager in an interior desing and contracting firm in Bahrain. i have 12 years experience. now i feel i have to enhance my qualificaiton to do some specialized course in project management preferably in interior contracting or construction in general. i have surfed the net and found a PM certificate course from colorado state univ. for US$ 1650. my queries..
1) does this sound like a good idea ? is this certificate course of any value in Canada ?
2) is it worth the money ?
3) is there any course which you would recommend. which would be closer to my specialization.
thanks for your offer of guidance.
regards,
Arjun.

[birbal]

Arjun,

I replied to your private email.

Birbal Singh

[ndahiya]

bump

[ishwarchhikara22]

Dear Dr. Balbir singh
I am a graduate student in biochemistry at University of Maryland college Park.
I am planning to apply for jobs starting from this year end as well as for the business schools for fall 2005.My only problem for MBA will be that I won't be able to fund my education if I don't get funding from the school.
I was wondering if you could suggest me something.
Thank you
Ishwar

Email: chhikara@mail.umd.edu

[birbal]

Ishwar,

Biochemistry is good field and with the aging population in the western world it is only going to get better. But, usually an M.S. in biochemistry is not enough and a Ph.D. is needed to have a decent career. However, Ph.D. is always funded and U of Maryland is a good school and if you are doing MS it is better to go for Ph.D., and if you are completing Ph.D. it is better to look for jobs. I do not see a great benefit of MBA (especially, since you have to pay for it) unless you ended up in biochemistry somehow and do not really like it.

The problem with MBA is that the variation in quality of MBA across North America is so great that the degree can be a ticket to success if you are a good student from a top school to not of much value if you are so so student from an ordinary school.

I hope it helps. Feel free to contact me as you need.

Birbal Singh

[bab_shinoo]

Hey Aman,
I just thought of giving u my piece of advise, although the question was not directed to me. But just thought of sharing Dr. Birbal Singh's load of answering the question , a noble thought I hope ...I am a PhD student at Purdue University, Indiana in NanoTech. I have been here for almost two yrs now, n went through the same process. A good GRE score is a must. A good SOP ( statement of pourpose) is the second most imp. thing. The latest trend is that universities are more interested in taking students for PhD (than MS), as the no. of PhD pass outs effects their rankings. Then its also easier to get funding for PhD than for MS. You might want to contact ppl in the univerities (in which u r interested) n ask them to help u, as trends differ from univ. to univ. ...hope I was of some help.
Babita

[sanjeevmalik]

http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/articleshow/693425.cms?headline=Revealed:~hottest~careers~of~t he~future

[ajaym]

Hi Sir,

I am working with GE - India, and now-a-days tranferred to GE ERC ( Overland Park , Kansas) for next 12 months.

I have done B.Sc (Computer Science) & M.Sc (computer Science) - 76 % from India . Also, have done three yrs Masters Diploma in Software Engg. from Aptech.

Now, I want to pursue some course in US which I can complete in 12 months and can enhance my qualification and can help me in my career .

Requires your valuable comments on it.

Regards,

Ajay

[birbal]

Ajay,

Some time ago you had sought my advice but had not mentioned the name of the company. Now, after knowing that you work for GE, I can say congratulations. It is certainly one of the best company to work in the world. My advice to you is to maintain superior work performance and GE will take care of you.

Academic qualifications are only one of the tools to get some doors to open for you, but it is not a substitute for proven track record at work. I suggest you make best efforts to utilize in house trainig/seminars offered by your company.

In an earlier reply I had suggested you apply for Canadian immigration. But, now that I know you work for GE I do not think there is need for that. I know a lot about GE because one of my best friends from IIT days worked for GE before he retired and because of him I have been a stockholder of GE for many years (and it has produced great returns in the long term even though the stock is down a lot from the peak in 2000).

So, my suggestion is to do your best at work, do any academic upgrading through GE and enjoy your stay in USA. However, someday if you really feel like changing your career, it is better to do MBA full time from a reputed school and with GE work experience behind you it may not be difficult.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[ajaym]

Thanks Sir for your suggestion.

Seek suggestion for my brother also.

My younger brother doing MCA final yr from India. I want him to pursue higher studies in US, can he get admission in MBA or MS (Computers). If possible in Overland Park, KS.

Please suggest.

Regards,

Ajay

[birbal]

Ajay,

Overland Park is a suburb of Kansas City (a large city partly on Kansas side and partly on Missouri side). This general area called the Midwest has fairly low cost of living and if you want your brother to get higher education at a low cost and at the same time you have company of each other, then I would say it is a good idea for him to take admission to M.S. in Computer Science program at the University of Missouri - Kansas city (www.umkc.edu). Further, if you perform well and keep your boss happy, your brother may find a good summer job (almost all American/Canadian companies hire summer students, and it is the way most local students finance their education as parents generally do not pay for their children's education over here).

I think it is too late for the Sept. 2004 session now (but you can still try) but Jan. 2005 should not be a problem. Also, the weather in Kansas City is not too cold (at least from my viewpoint as the temperature drops to -40 C in the winter where I am).

Also, as I may have posted earlier, once you exclude the top tier schools like MIT, Stanford, Carnegie Mellon, etc. the quality of education is fairly decent at the State university campuses and one should not worry that UMKC is not among the top tier. Also, job prospects in the midwest are good as the younger people want to move to larger cities on both coasts.

Feel free to contact me any time you need.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[sanjeevmalik]

Dear Ajay,

I am just adding to what Dr. Birbal Singh ji has said. There is a small town, Lawrence, near to Kansas City, which has University of Kansas (http://www.ku.edu/ (www.ku.edu)). Lawrence is about 35-40 miles from Kansas City and is more like as University town.

Thanks.

[jtsagi]

Respected Dr. Birbal Singh,
It was nice to see your post for guiding students who want to pursue higher education in the US and Canada. I am sure the youth in our community will benefit seeking advice from an educated and successful person of your stature.

I just wanted to share my experience about higher education in USA. I have been in USA for a little over 3 years now and came here to do my MS in Computer Science though I wanted to go in for MBA. Since everyone in the Indian community wants their children to be either doctors or engineers, I also ended up getting my B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering. The educational credentials of a candidate do matter to some extent but graduating in second or third division doesnt mean a person is not intelligent. I myself graduated in second division. I personally think everyone is intelligent as it eventually comes down to how much hard work and focus you put into your career. " NO PAIN, NO GAIN". I graduated with a GPA of 3.76 in my MS. When I compare my Masters and Bachelors, I think what had changed in me was my outlook towards my life. Ofcourse the quality of education is much higher and you do get real hands on experience and I treated my education like a full time job. I always wanted to come to US to find out what's so great about this country and higher education was one of the means of turning my dream into reality. Growing up as a kid I used to see all my cousins and family members who would visit and was amazed to see how successful they all were. As they say "Seeing is Believing". Now since I have seen what US is all about, I can sum up the success of all my family members in just two words "HARD WORK". Not that people in India dont work hard. People in India work very hard too but then how many of them get to the enjoy the quality of life that people enjoy in US......US is a land of opportunities and you then get a chance to exercise those opportunities. People who come from India or from anywhere to US, its like a do or die situation. Either you perform or go home. I have always been a pressure guy. I perform well under pressure and that brings out the best in me. Now I work for the state in Pennsylvania and also teach part time at a University in the Department of Computer Science. As a kid teaching was the last profession I ever imagined seeing myself into and now here I am teaching....... Life is full of all sorts of twists and turns and the best way to over come these challenges is by taking on them and putting in all your "HARD WORK". Ofcourse you need mentors who guide you through the right paths in facing all those challenges. I just want to thank my fufaji Late Sh. R.S. Sangwan, my cousins Raghu and Shailey and my parents and family for always being there for me and guiding me through the right paths.

So, in conclusion, I reiterate that one should just put in their hard work in whatever field they want to pursue their career in and stay focused and never give up!

[nakul]

Hello Dr. Birbal,

I am an Electrical Engg. graduated from University of Roorkee (Now IIT-R) with 71% marks. I had over 4 years of work-ex in MNC's like Motorola and currently working with ST MIcro-electronics, Noida.
I have plans for migrating to canada in future. Can you please let me know, what are the prospects of getting job there.
Since i had already made business trips to North America earlier. Will that help me in obtaining work-permits.

warm regards,
Nakul

[birbal]

Nakul,

If you are interested in immigrating to Canada, you already meet the requirements and all you need is to apply for immigration status and wait for the processing of application ( more than two years these days with heavy backlog). As I have written on earlier posts there are several advantages when you come as an immigrant. The most important is the free Canadian health care. Others are access to low cost higher edcation (tuition fees for citizens/immigrants are lot lower), rights to get student loans and/or business start up loans, and preferential treatment for job openings.

Having visited USA/Canada gives one no advantage. You can find all the application details from www.gc.ca the govt of Canada website (details in earlier posts on this topic).

Another way is to come as student first, but these days the emphasis is on Ph.D. when it comes to financial aid for foreign students. It is very competitive and not a good idea if one is really not interested in Ph.D.

I know lot of Indians (mostly Jat Sikhs) who get around the long processing time by coming to Canada to get married to a Canadian citizen/immigrant. But that is too much of a complex topic to be discussed in a short reply here.

In your case I feel the immigration application seems to be the best option.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[ndahiya]

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[neha_grewal]

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[achalsingh]

hi, I am Achal Singh from noida UP, Mechanical Engineer 1994 passout runing a small engineering work shop. Shortly, Purchasing a CNC VMC for dies, moulds and fixtures.Also , done many projects Of TOLL BOOTHS and PROTECTION BARRIERS in india.Looking forward for some development projects/Topics for study while in india. Can you provide design calculations for Space frame structures.

Regard's
ACHAL SINGH

[birbal]

Neha,

With your excellent academic background (Gold Medallist) and being a female interested in raising a family, I would suggest a Ph.D. followed by a Tenure Track faculty position to be the best option. Georgia Tech is one of the best universities in USA and since you are already living in the area, I think you will be able to get admission and full funding with a decent GRE score and personal meetings with the graduate coordinator and few professors. I am suggesting this route because I believe once you have a reasonable income, quality of life is more important than making some more money. The demand for Ph.D.s in finance is very good and is expected to remain strong for some time to come. Of course, you can do Ph.D. in Finance and join industry to make lot more money but I do not think that is worth it (though many may disagree with me).

Once you have decided to have children I believe you should make your future choices taking their life in consideration. It is ok to take little longer to complete your Ph.D. as long as you are doing your best to raise the kids right way. You have more flexibility in the academic side as compared to industrial side. Now one may say that there are many stressed up professors, but that is usually their own creation.

I suggest you meet few profs at Georgia Tech and other universities in commuting distance after preparing a good personal portfolio of your credentials. Also, you do not have to limit to Ph.D. in Finance as you may find some prof in other area who you like to work with. A good Ph.D. supervisor is very important and you have the advantage of living in the area, so do some research about the person before meeting him/her.

I hope it helps. Feel free to contact me anytime you need.




Neha & Prashant Sogarwal (Sep 01, 2004 10:12 p.m.):
Hello Balbir Singh ji,
I would like to ask what do u suggest for me to do MBA or PHD or MIS (Masters in Information science).
I did my PGDBM (IT & Finance) from India(Delhi) , finished it in August 2003, and was the Gold medalist.
I mmediately after which I got married & came to US, so I have absolutely no work experience in MBA finance field.
But after coming here, I cleared a few IBM certfication, got my H1 Visa, and worked for 6 months as a database administrator.
I am at home now until November , as we are awaiting our first child very soon.

The dilemma is there at not many openings coming up in my city for the technology i am skilled in, and mostly are for greencard holders or citizens.
Instead of wasting time, job hunting, I would like to start studying here.
I was wondering if I will be able to further my studies as a PHd student in Finance, as i have no experince in finance, just my knowledge.
Or should i go for MBA finance once again.

Many people suggest MIs cource, but my heart is actually in MBA , not in computers. the jobs are there though in computers.
My family has lots of professors and principals, i think thats why i am inclined towards Phd, the only thing is it will take another 4 years and the tution costs are also expensive.
I want to apply in georgia state university or georgia tech for furthering my studies,as these rae the only ones in Atlanta.
What do u suggest , will i be able to get admission in Phd or I have to repeat my MBA here or do MIS. Please help me decide
I am just 22 yeasr old, so i want to make the right decision, that i dont regret later on, and do something that i enjoy doing.

Regards
Neha

[birbal]

Achal,

Since you are in New Delhi area, I think it would be a good idea to talk to some prof. at IIT Delhi to get your work done. There are few IITD students on this site and they should be able to tell who is the best person to talk to. These days with all kind of Finite Element packages available in all universities, you should be able to find people in Delhi to do your design calculations. Let me know if you can't find any one.

achal singh (Sep 02, 2004 02:08 a.m.):
hi, I am Achal Singh from noida UP, Mechanical Engineer 1994 passout runing a small engineering work shop. Shortly, Purchasing a CNC VMC for dies, moulds and fixtures.Also , done many projects Of TOLL BOOTHS and PROTECTION BARRIERS in india.Looking forward for some development projects/Topics for study while in india. Can you provide design calculations for Space frame structures.

Regard's
ACHAL SINGH

[neha_grewal]

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[birbal]

Neha,

You have the advantage of living in Atlanta. In a field like finance, the issue is not how many undergraduate courses you took in finance but how smart you are. Just last month one of our best friend's daughter finished her Ph.D. in Materials Engineering from Stanford and now she is working for Fred Alger (a well known firm on the Wall Street) without an MBA or Finance. I am sure you are a very smart girl (otherwise you would'nt be top of your class), so just go though the recent publications of professors you like at Georgia Tech. and Georgia State, and if you like some and think you can contribute meaningfully, just go to the prof and offer to volunteer for a couple of months. About 30 years ago my wife was in a similar situation with just a B.A. from Rajasthan. Today she is a Director in provincial govt. (third highest civil service position).

So, just do not stop after inquiries. Your goal should be to join Ph.D. program in Sept. 2005. To do that prepare well for GRE and get a good score and simultaneously do the search for a suitable prof as I suggest. Do not hesitate to talk to current Ph.D. students even though you are not a student. If you are not working then make effective use of your time to reach your goal. Always maintain high spirits as the results will follow if you maintain determined effort.

In another example, one of my friend who did his Ph.D. from Purdue many years ago got married midway through his Ph.D. and brought his young wife to Purdue. She followed the same strategy to complete her Ph.D. At present he is a Professor of Industrial Engineering and she is the Vice-President and Provost of the University of South Florida (Dr. and Mrs. Dr. Khator).

good luck.

Birbal Singh

[achalsingh]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Sep 02, 2004 07:11 a.m.):
Achal,

Since you are in New Delhi area, I think it would be a good idea to talk to some prof. at IIT Delhi to get your work done. There are few IITD students on this site and they should be able to tell who is the best person to talk to. These days with all kind of Finite Element packages available in all universities, you should be able to find people in Delhi to do your design calculations. Let me know if you can't find any one.

achal singh (Sep 02, 2004 02:08 a.m.):
hi, I am Achal Singh from noida UP, Mechanical Engineer 1994 passout runing a small engineering work shop. Shortly, Purchasing a CNC VMC for dies, moulds and fixtures.Also , done many projects Of TOLL BOOTHS and PROTECTION BARRIERS in india.Looking forward for some development projects/Topics for study while in india. Can you provide design calculations for Space frame structures.

Regard's
ACHAL SINGH

Sir,
Thanks for reply to my request. I being a production man for last 10 years , is keen to study some
a) Development projects / Topics
b) Advancement in production shop / Machine shop technology
c) We are fabricating Alumininum structures / Door / windows here by conventional method of cleats etc.
d) Some study material for CNC milling m/c & software for Moulds , Dies & Fixtures.
e) Design of space frame structure , drawing & fabrication details

I will appeciate if you can send some of the details above & educate us.

Regards
Achal Singh

[achalsingh]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Sep 02, 2004 07:11 a.m.):
Achal,

Since you are in New Delhi area, I think it would be a good idea to talk to some prof. at IIT Delhi to get your work done. There are few IITD students on this site and they should be able to tell who is the best person to talk to. These days with all kind of Finite Element packages available in all universities, you should be able to find people in Delhi to do your design calculations. Let me know if you can't find any one.

achal singh (Sep 02, 2004 02:08 a.m.):
hi, I am Achal Singh from noida UP, Mechanical Engineer 1994 passout runing a small engineering work shop. Shortly, Purchasing a CNC VMC for dies, moulds and fixtures.Also , done many projects Of TOLL BOOTHS and PROTECTION BARRIERS in india.Looking forward for some development projects/Topics for study while in india. Can you provide design calculations for Space frame structures.

Regard's
ACHAL SINGH

Sir,
Thanks for reply to my request. I being a production man for last 10 years , is keen to study some
a) Development projects / Topics
b) Advancement in production shop / Machine shop technology
c) We are fabricating Alumininum structures / Door / windows here by conventional method of cheats etc.
d) Some study material for CNC milling m/c & software for Moulds , Dies & Fixtures.
e) Design of space frame structure , drawing & fabrication details

I will appreciate if you can send some of the details above & educate us.

Regards
Achal Singh

[achalsingh]

Dr. Birbal Singh (Sep 02, 2004 07:11 a.m.):
Achal,

Since you are in New Delhi area, I think it would be a good idea to talk to some prof. at IIT Delhi to get your work done. There are few IITD students on this site and they should be able to tell who is the best person to talk to. These days with all kind of Finite Element packages available in all universities, you should be able to find people in Delhi to do your design calculations. Let me know if you can't find any one.

achal singh (Sep 02, 2004 02:08 a.m.):
hi, I am Achal Singh from noida UP, Mechanical Engineer 1994 passout runing a small engineering work shop. Shortly, Purchasing a CNC VMC for dies, moulds and fixtures.Also , done many projects Of TOLL BOOTHS and PROTECTION BARRIERS in india.Looking forward for some development projects/Topics for study while in india. Can you provide design calculations for Space frame structures.

Regard's
ACHAL SINGH

Sir,
Thanks for reply to my request. I being a production man for last 10 years , is keen to study some
a) Development projects / Topics
b) Advancement in production shop / Machine shop technology
c) We are fabricating Alumininum structures / Door / windows here by conventional method of cheats etc.
d) Some study material for CNC milling m/c & software for Moulds , Dies & Fixtures.
e) Design of space frame structure , drawing & fabrication details

I will appreciate if you can send some of the details above & educate us.

Regards
Achal Singh

[birbal]

Achal,

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), probably the best known engineering school in the world has put a large number of courses on the web through their site http://ocw.mit.edu/

You should look at the site and may find lot of useful information.

[sandeepdangi]

Birbal Ji,

Namestay,

I am doing course of C.A. & at present in
C.A.(Final).I want to know about the job
prospect for a C.A. in Canada.

Thanks.

[birbal]

Sandeep,

The best qualified person on this site to provide guidance about C.A. in Canada in my opinion is Shri Ravi Chaudhary who also runs the Jat History group. He has been a C.A. in India, England and now in Canada running his own accounting firm. I also know he has helped many Jats and non-Jats in Toronto, so I suggest you contact him.

Good luck.

[jatrix]

Dear sir,
i am naresh mehta 3rd yr, btech mech engg...basically it is dual degree (btech + mtech(intelligent manufacturing))... IIT madras... cgpa is 8/10...and have very good credentials in sports and management.... coordinating some events in the annual mega cultural festival..., also won some programming contests in annual techfest of iit madras!... (can send proper resume if it is needed!)
basically the problem is that i'm in dual degree , so basically if i pursue higher study , it'll be for ph.d (US hopefully)...n not MS...,or should i do MS again..as some ppl think it is better!
then sir, i would also like to know how to apply for summer projects in western univ.... now again some ppl say that we should rather do practical training of core issues in industries....rather than doing projects abroad... though i personally feel it is better to have exposure of the cool US univ.s
sir please do the needful. i shall be really thankful to you.
naresh mehta
"naresh_iit@hotmail.com"
"naresh.mehtaiit@gmail.com"

Dr. Birbal Singh (Oct 20, 2003 08:44 a.m.):
Bhuvan,

For those who want to pursue an MBA it is valuable to obtain a couple of experience in a reputed company like Tatas. However, as you rightfully stated MBA in USA is fairly expensive.

For those who want to pursue Ph.D., it is better to complete it as soon as possible because whether you become an assistant professor or join industrial sector, it will be mainly based on your Ph.D. only. Also, if you are admitted to a Ph.D. program you will definitely be fully financed.

You are in a fortunate situation as you already have a position in a highly reputed company. So I would suggest that you accept your job but apply for Ph.D. in the best schools in the field such as Purdue, Georgia Tech., University of Michigan, University of Wisconsin, and University of California Berkeley. Because you have a good job offer, I am saying it is worth going for the top schools only.

I also suggest that you make an effort to publish your M.Tech. work as it will help greatly in getting funding.

Another option is work a couple of years in Tatas and try your best to get into IIM as the reputation of IIM is as good as that of any top US business chools. But I think you will get into Ph.D. anyway.

Good luck.
Birbal Singh

[birbal]

Naresh,

You have several options but first you have to decide the direction you would like to pursue in the future.

If you like academic life or industrial research then Ph.D. is a good idea, and the fact that you are in a dual program gives you an edge over applicants with B.Tech. If you can publish a paper or two out of your M.Tech. research, it will increase your chances of getting funding substantially. Many American Universities provide a safegaurd for graduate students by giving them another M.S. in case they do not succeed in the Ph.D. candidacy/qualifying examination, but to join another M.S. program after M.Tech. is not a good idea.

If you want to do an MBA, I would suggest making an all out effort for IIM. If you succeed it will be great otherwise you look at other options.

You (and many students in India) seem to have a misconception about "cool" US universities. There is nothing cool about the life of a research assistant in North America. It is shear hard work in hope for a better future. If your family has lots of money you can come as a tourist any time but there is not much fun for a student working in some prof's lab.

However, I have seen profs and students coming from India for presentation of paper at conferences, and that is certainly enjoyable. From your department, I met Prof. Ramesh Babu and couple of his students in Houston in the last Waterjet Conference. So, I would suggest you work with some prof to publish a paper.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[jatrix]

Sir
It was really nice to gain invaluable advice from u. I fully understand that it 's all about hard work n PhD ....wat i meant by cool was , the encouraging and highly faciliated environment in the western univ.....though in iits too there is huge funding but we being in undergrad prog only.,,don't get the enthusiasm to work in projects......some people do go for it.
i am doing a project in product designing.... transient heat transfer cond in gears in function,thus calc the temp gradient and finally giving better design options for gears!!
but it is in preliminary state as for now.... under Prof Gnanmoorthy (mech deptt).... Prof ramesh babu is in energy technology,mech deptt.... never happened to interact wid him.
anyways afte this project is over,say by summer 2005, i'll have to take a project in Energy tech..... there is one Mr. A Ramesh too(again energy tech) has very recognised recommendation for phd....
The basic prob with iit (madras esp) is that these profs dont recommend u to western univ.....esp not for summer projects over there... they want mechies to rather go for practical training.... so I will be putting fight by myselves , one can mention projects he is doing... but the profs seldom do anyth more than verifying that u working with him!
once again ,thank you very much sir for having bothered to reply...
naresh


quote]Dr. Birbal Singh (Sep 16, 2004 07:11 a.m.):
Naresh,

You have several options but first you have to decide the direction you would like to pursue in the future.

If you like academic life or industrial research then Ph.D. is a good idea, and the fact that you are in a dual program gives you an edge over applicants with B.Tech. If you can publish a paper or two out of your M.Tech. research, it will increase your chances of getting funding substantially. Many American Universities provide a safegaurd for graduate students by giving them another M.S. in case they do not succeed in the Ph.D. candidacy/qualifying examination, but to join another M.S. program after M.Tech. is not a good idea.

If you want to do an MBA, I would suggest making an all out effort for IIM. If you succeed it will be great otherwise you look at other options.

You (and many students in India) seem to have a misconception about "cool" US universities. There is nothing cool about the life of a research assistant in North America. It is shear hard work in hope for a better future. If your family has lots of money you can come as a tourist any time but there is not much fun for a student working in some prof's lab.

However, I have seen profs and students coming from India for presentation of paper at conferences, and that is certainly enjoyable. From your department, I met Prof. Ramesh Babu and couple of his students in Houston in the last Waterjet Conference. So, I would suggest you work with some prof to publish a paper.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh[/quote]

[sandycivil]

Respected Sir,
It is nice that you people care for the JAT Bhais even when sitting miles away. All the best for ur efforts
Sandeep
JAI JAT

[bsmanderna]

Dear Sir,
I am working with United Nations peace keeping mission in Kosovo. I need guidlines for my sister who has just completed her MBBS. She has been first class throughout and interested to pursue higher education from US/Canada.
what steps it take to get admission from this level and what are possibilities to get residency?
Is it good to try after completion of PG degree from India itself?
What is expected expediture in some of the decent universities?
over and above this pl suggest some sourse/sites wherefrom information can be solcited.
thanks,

balwan

[birbal]

Balwant,

There are lot of people on this website who did their MBBS from India and came to USA for residency. The procedure is also clear cut and known to most medical students in India as talked to several students in my visit to India.

To get a residency in USA, one can write the USMLE (US Medical Licencing Exam) step I and II in India, and has come to USA for the step III. It is better to write USMLE I and II as soon as possible as there is no credit for the PG residency in India.

After 9-11-2001 the visa process for students coming for USMLE step III was tightened and some were denied the tourist visa to come to USA for step III. To circumvent this problem, many doctors took admissions to programs like Masters of Public Health.

Information about USMLE is available easily in India and there are coaching classes as well. I am sure those youn doctors who came recently for USMLE step III can shed more light on this.

I hope it helps.

[bsmanderna]

Dear Sir,
Thanks for the prompt reply.
I would like to know about the expected expediture envolved in all the three stages and some related links.
Is there any member on the site who has completed the part III of USMLE in recent past and doing residency, for further guidance?

best regards,
balwan

[birbal]

Balwan,

You can find all the details of USMLE exams at http://www.usmle.org/ and about coaching programs and costs at http://www.kaplan.com

I found while in India that medical students in India know a lot about USMLE.

Good luck.

Birbal Singh

[dranujkumar]

Dear sir
you are doing excellent job for our community, Efforts are needed to put the name of Prof. as well students who are in US and Canadian Universities, So that needy stidents can get some help. Well about me I am Veterinarian by Profession and Possibly getting admission in PhD in Canada because of the help of a jat student in canada. So much more can be done if we help each other in this regard



I would welcome inquiries from jat students who want to come to North America for higher studies. I have a thorough knowledge of the universities in both Canada and USA. Depending on the credentials of a candidate I can suggest which universities are best suited for him/her. I can be of help for M.S. and Ph.D. in Engineering and Business as well as MBA.

Birbal Singh
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Canada

[arunitbhu]

dear sir , i have complete my master degree by biotech and now want further study abroad , anyone can help me
looking for guidence
a jat student

[birbal]

dear sir , i have complete my master degree by biotech and now want further study abroad , anyone can help me
looking for guidence
a jat student

Arun,

email your detailed cv to me and I will provide some suggestions.

[rajeshsolanki]

hello sir .. i have done engg. in c.s. this year 2004. with 73% form agra(govt).. i am looking for gre. how can u help me sir... sholud i come near to u or canada ... where should i go for higher education..... rajesh solanki... my id ,, rajesh_solanki1982@rediffmail.com

[birbal]

Rajesh,

If you want a graduate degree from USA it is not very difficult to get admission somewhere. However, the question is of affordability as well as whether it is worth to get a degree from anywhere? Answer to such questions is not same for all and you are better off to correspond privately through my office email ( birbal.singh@lakeheadu.ca).

[meetmanu]

Dear Dr. Singh,

I have just joined this portal and am really glad to see this thread here. I am currently pursuing my MBA from one of the top 20 universities in the U.S. and would be more than willing to help you field questions from Jat boys and girls interested in doing MBA from the U.S. As far as my background is concerned, I did my engineering from state college of Haryana and was involved in creation of three organizations back home. Just before coming to the U.S., I was launching the operations of a Kuwaiti company in India and Kuwait in the capacity of a General Manager.

I am headed to NYC after the completion of my MBA and shall be working with a top Investment Bank there.

Again, kudos for your time and excellent efforts!! I would be glad if I could be of some help.

Manu

[hamendra]

Namaste Birabl Jee,
I have done M.Sc.(Maths), M.Tech.(C.S.) and currently doing M.B.A(Final Year(Evening Course(Regular))) from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi and i have around three years of Software Development experience working with UK MNC as Software Specialist. I want to do P.hd.(Management) then after I would like to go in teaching. I like teaching.
Please guide me to do my P.hd. from U.S. or Canada.

Thanks,
Hamendra

[birbal]

Hamendra,

If you have excellent academic background and think you can do very well on GMAT then it is worth trying for Ph.D.

[hamendra]

Hamendra,

If you have excellent academic background and think you can do very well on GMAT then it is worth trying for Ph.D.


Thanks at lot Sir.

[*preeti*]

Respected sir

I have applied to few universities in U.s for M.S in C.S and hav egot reply fm 2 colleges:
1. UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS - DARTMOUTH
2. UNIVERSITY OF Missouri - Kansas city.
my gre score was 1260(790 Q, 470 V) andAWA 4.5
I have done my engineering fm mumbai university with 62%

PLZZZZZZZ help me decide one of the 2 colleges on th ebasis of academics, aid scene n job prospects

Thanks in advance

[birbal]

Preeti,

I will prefer UMKC over UM Dartmouth because of location, cost of living, and job competition. Kansas City is a large city with reasonable cost of living. But dartmouth is a small town in Massachusetts and there are many many top notch educational institutions in and around Boston, Massachusetts making it an extremely competitive region though there are lots of jobs as well. However, you should look from your point of view because these two places are quite different. Boston area is truly dynamic and cosmopolitan while the midwest (Kansas city area) is somewhat laid back and provincial.

Birbal Singh

[*preeti*]

Respected sir

I have admits from all the 5 universities to which I had applied so now the task becomes more harder. I request you to advice me in selection one of the five.

1. University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
No news of aid yet, they are saying the aid decision is still pending. Tuition Fees - $12,976 for one year( 9 credits/sem)
2. University of Missouri - Kansas city.
No aid granted as of now.They have sent me the I-20
Tuition Fees - $13,087

3. New Jersey Institute of Technology
They have sent me the I-20 and have awarded me Provost Fellowship of $2000 per sem.
Tuition Fees - $15,122 - $4,000 = $11,122.

4. Illinois Institute of Technology(applied for computer engineering)

Received the I-20 today, no news about aid but they have some Co-op prog where u can study for one
year and then wk for one year as internship and then cm agn n complete ur studies.
Tuition Fees - $12,500

5. Illinois state university ( applied for masters in information science)
Tuition Fees- $10,000


Please help me decide one of those five colleges on the basis of
- Academics
- Aid situation
- Job prospects after graduation.

[birbal]

Preeti,

My first choice from your list is Illinois Institute of Technology mainly because of the Co-Op program. If you work hard you will have a fair chance to get a professional job at decent pay for one year. If you perform well at the job it will give you a head start for the future. At the same time you should know that the Co-Op program exists, it does not guarantee you a job but gives you a fair chance. Once upon a time Illinois Institute of Technology was a premier institute in the USA but because of its location in the middle of the ghetto it has lost some its allure but it still is an excellent institution.

My second choice i