International Chef Diploma

Institute of Hotel Management

The four-semester International Chef Diploma will include two semesters of teaching at the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Mumbai, then two semesters of teaching at George Brown College, Toronto, Canada, followed by paid internship (Industrial Training) at Canada (Canadian - Culinary Skills Work Study Programme). This new chef-training programme will provide a candidate an accredited Chef Training Certificate from George Brown College and a certificate from IHM Mumbai.

www.ihmctan.edu

Master in Design Animation

Industrial Design Centre of IIT Bombay

The Master in Design Animation programme at the Industrial Design Centre of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay strives to create experts, who will eventually emerge as leaders to influence the future of animation. It aims to draw upon India’s rich resource of indigenous images and narratives for socially, culturally and contextually relevant animation. The programme would equip animation-makers with skills of international standards while offering scope for experimentation and explorations, using diverse media, techniques and tools.

www.idc.iitb.ac.in

LLB (five year integrated programme with emphasis on Energy Laws)

University of Petroleum & Energy Studies

The five-year integrated programme with emphasis on power/electricity laws at the University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES) is designed to develop a new generation of legal professionals, who will be adept at serving the legal requirements of the power industry. The eligibility criterion is minimum 50% marks at higher and senior secondary level (class X and XII), and admission criterion is the UPES Law Studies Aptitude Test (UL-SAT) followed by group discussion and interview.

www.upes.ac.in

MA in Media and Cultural Studies

Mass communication is one such field which is attracting a lot of youngsters these days and why not, when it has to offer such interesting career options in the fields, like various kinds of media — newspapers, magazines, radio, television, advertisements, public relations among others. Though its presence has been there since long but it is only in recent times that it’s been able to earn due recognition. Efforts are on to add professionalism to different areas of mass communication, with many universities and institutions offering various professional courses. The subject covers a wide area, comprising closely related fields of advertisement, communication and public relations. Almost all kinds of establishments whether business, government or political are availing of services, offered by these industries, therefore an encouraging sign for those looking ahead to making a career in mass communication. As regards personality traits, excellent communication skills, being a good team player are important, besides being confident and hardworking. Other attributes vary depending on the area one pursues.

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai

The MA in Media and Cultural Studies programme at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai will impart intensive hands-on training in video production, including direction, research, scripting, editing, camera and sound. It will also teach basic skills in community radio, graphics and web design. It offers a strong research focus that will enable students to produce documentaries and short films. Work opportunities would be in the areas of media and television production, independent media practice, media education, advocacy and research.

www.tiss.edu

Sources: The Times Of India

THE INSTITUTE OF COMPANY SECRETARIES OF INDIA (ICSI)

Last date for submission of applications is MARCH 31, 2008

SUBJECT: The Institute of Company Secretaries of India invites applications for admission to its foundation programme.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the foundation programme must have passed Plus Two in arts, commerce or science, excluding fine arts.

PARTICULARS: Prospectus and application forms for the foundation programme can be obtained on payment of Rs 200 in cash or via demand draft or postal order drawn in favour of the institute, payable at New Delhi. The form can also be downloaded from the website (www.icsi.edu). For further details write in to: ICSI House, 22 Industrial Area, Lodi Road, New Delhi-110003, Phone: 011-41504444, 46117321 / 22 / 23 / 24, 24644431 / 32; fax: 011-24626727, E-mail: info@icsi.edu

Air Force:

INDIAN AIR FORCE, WESTERN AIR COMMAND, NEW DELHI

Last date for submission of applications is april 7, 2008

SUBJECT: Indian Air Force, Western Command, invites applications for ground duty officers course (for men) and short service commission course (for both men and women) in administration and logistics, accounts, meteorology and education branches.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for both the courses should have passed graduation with 60 per cent marks or postgraduation (in arts, science and commerce) with 50 per cent marks. Those having professional qualifications like chartered accountancy, cost accountancy or masters in computer applications are also eligible to apply.

PARTICULARS: Apply on plain A-4 size paper in the prescribed format along with two stamped (Rs 27) self-addressed envelopes by ordinary post to Command Education Officer,

HQ Western Air Command, IAF, Subroto Park, New Delhi- 110010. E-mail: www.careerairforce.nic.in. Selections will be made through common entrance test on May 25, 2008.

Engineering:

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, MADRAS

Last date for receipt of applications is april 16, 2008

SUBJECT: Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, invites applications for admission to its MTech course in aerospace engineering, applied mechanics, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer science and engineering, clinical engineering, electrical, mechanical, metallurgical and materials engineering, mathematics (industrial and scientific computing) / physics (solid state technology).

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the MTech course must have a bachelors degree in engineering / technology / architecture or masters degree in maths / physics / life sciences and related subjects or AMIE with a valid GATE score. BTech degree holders from IIT with CGPA of eight or above can apply without a GATE score.

PARTICULARS: Application forms can be obtained on payment of Rs 400 in cash or via a demand draft drawn in favour of Registrar, IIT, Madras payable at Chennai with two addressed slips (50 mm x 100 mm) with your address in bold to the chairman, MTech admission committee, GATE office at Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Chennai-600036, Tamil Nadu. The form can also be downloaded from the websites (www.chem.iitm.ac.in/mphd; www.iitm.ac.in) Phone: 22578220, 22578200, 22578431 E-mail: gate@iitm.ac.in

Sources: The Telegraph (Kolkata, India)

RAI SCHOOL OF MASS COMMUNICATION, NEW DELHI

Last date for submission of application is march 30, 2008

SUBJECT: The NRAI School of Mass Communication invites applications for admission to its three-year bachelors courses in business administration, computer application, fashion technology, hotel management, technology and tourism, two-year masters in business administration and three-year masters in computer application.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for a graduation degree must have completed Plus Two. Applicants for a masters degree must be graduates in any field from a recognised university.

PARTICULARS: Prospects and application forms can be obtained on payment of Rs 150 or by courier by paying Rs 200. The form can also be downloaded from the website (www.nraismc.com). For further details, write to M-161/1A, G.L. House, Gautam Nagar, New Delhi-110049. Phone: 011-41642958/59/60. E-mail: info@nraismc.com

COMMUNICATIONS:-

CONVERGENCE INSTITUTE OF MEDIA, MANAGEMENT AND IT STUDIES (COMMITS)

Last date for submission of forms is march 25, 2008

SUBJECT: Convergence Institute of Media, Management and IT Studies invites applications for admission to its two-year masters courses in journalism and audio-visual communication, and marketing and management communication.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the two-year masters in communication must be graduates from any university in any discipline. Final year students awaiting results are also eligible to apply.

PARTICULARS: The application forms can be obtained by sending a demand draft of Rs 850 drawn in favour of the institute and payable at Bangalore. The forms can also be downloaded from the website (www.commitsindia.com). For further queries, write in to the admission co-ordinator, Convergence Institute of Media, Management and IT Studies, 7, IV Main, Tavarekere Main Road, Bangalore-560029, Karnataka. Phone: 080-41114010 / 41114470; fax: 080 25530923 E-mail: commits@gmail.com

FILM & TELEVISION

FILM & TELEVISION INSTITUTE OF INDIA (FTII), PUNE

Last date for submission of forms is april 21, 2008

SUBJECT: The courses currently available at FTII are broadly divided into regular courses and short-term courses. For details of the short-term courses, check the website. The regular courses, for which there is an entrance examination, are three-year diploma courses in film and television with specialisation in direction, cinematography, editing, audiography, direction and one-year certificate courses in television with specialisation in cinematography, editing, audiography and acting.

ELIGIBILITY: A bachelors degree in any discipline is mandatory. In addition, for the courses in audiography, it is necessary for the candidates to have passed physics at the Plus Two level.

PARTICULARS: The prospectus containing application forms may be obtained on request along with demand draft of Rs 910 drawn on any nationalised bank in favour of Accounts Officer, Film & Television Institute of India and payable at Pune. The prospectus may also be obtained personally from the tutorial section / information and facilitation counter, Film & Television Institute of India, after March 20 at a cost of Rs 800. Those applying online will have to send a demand draft of Rs 1,610 drawn on any nationalised bank in favour of Accounts Officer, FTII, Pune.

Sources: The Telegraph (Kolkata, India)

MANIPAL INSTITUTE OF JEWELLERY MANAGEMENT, MANIPAL UNIVERSITY

Last date for submission of application forms is march 15, 2008

SUBJECT: The Manipal Institute of Jewellery Management, Manipal University, invites applications for admission to their three-year bachelor of business administration course in jewellery design management [BBA (JDM)].

ELIGIBILITY: To qualify, candidates need to have a minimum of 50 per cent in Plus Two, A levels, IB, American 12th Grade or equivalent. Potential students have to pass the All India Manipal University Online Bachelors Admissions Test.

PARTICULARS: The application forms can be purchased from the Manipal University admissions office by writing to the Director, Admissions, Manipal University, Manipal-576104. A demand draft worth Rs 500, drawn in the name of Manipal University and made payable at Manipal or Udupi or Bangalore, should be enclosed along with the request.

The forms are also available at select branches of State Bank of India and MeritTrac Offices. Candidates can also apply online (www.manipal.edu).

Phone: 1800-425-6243 (toll-free number for BSNL & MTNL subscribers only), 80-41474392 / 93 (standard rates apply)

E-mail: admissions@manipal.edu

Research:

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE (IISC), BANGALORE

Last date for issue of application forms is march 19, 2008

SUBJECT: IISc invites applications for admission to its research programme (PhD / MSc) in engineering.

ELIGIBILITY: Please log on to the website (www.iisc.ernet.in/ admissions) for eligibility, specialisations, areas of research and other details.

PARTICULARS: The information brochure and application form can be obtained from specific branches of Canara Bank on payment of Rs 700. Candidates can also write to the Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, IISc, Bangalore-560012 for the form. A demand draft for Rs 700, drawn in favour of the Registrar, IISc, Bangalore, should be enclosed along with the request. SC / ST and physically handicapped candidates can pick up the form at the institute for only Rs 350 after submitting the relevant certificate. Applications can also be submitted online. The online application fee is Rs 500 (Rs 250 for SC / ST).

Education:

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATIONAL PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION, NEW DELHI:-

Last date for submission of application forms is March 17, 2008

SUBJECT: The National University of Educational Planning & Administration invites applications for admission to its full-time MPhil and PhD programme with fellowship, full-time direct PhD programme with fellowship and a part-time PhD programme in educational policy, planning, finance or administration in the upcoming session.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the MPhil-PhD programme need a masters in education or social sciences and allied disciplines with a 55 per cent aggregate in graduation; for the PhD, applicants need an MPhil in educational planning or administration and must have 55 per cent in postgraduation; and applicants to the part-time programme should have a masters in education or social sciences and allied disciplines, a 55 per cent aggregate in graduation and five years work experience in teaching, educational planning or administration.

PARTICULARS: The fellowship for the MPhil-PhD and direct PhD would be Rs 13,000 per month in addition to this fee, contingency as per rule. Interested candidates can obtain the application forms from the website (www.nuepa.org).

Sources: The Telegraph Kolkata, India)

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDIES (IIAS), CALCUTTA

Last date for submission of application forms is march 1, 2008

SUBJECT: The International Institute of Advanced Studies invites applications for its six-month retail management programme in association with Pantaloons and an MBA in retail management in association with Bharti Resource Learning Ltd.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the six-month course should have passed their Plus Two and applicants for the MBA course in retail management should be graduates.

PARTICULARS: Candidates can obtain their application forms from the institute’s office in Calcutta for Rs 300. For details, write to the International Institute of Advanced Studies, ICMARD Building, 5th floor, Block 14/2, CIT Scheme VIII (M), Ultadanga, Calcutta-700067 or call 2356 2038 / 39

Fax: (033) 23562039; e-mail: iias@vsnl.com Website: www.iias.org.in

Technology

UP TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW

Last date for submission of application forms is march 7, 2008

SUBJECT: The university invites applications for admission to the following courses: 1) BHMCT / BFAD / MCA / MBA / BTech (lateral entry to the second year for diploma holders) 2) BTech / BTech (agricultural engineering) / BPharm / BArch. The selection test will be held on April 19, 2008, for candidates opting for the courses in group 1 and April 20, 2008, for other candidates.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for a bachelors degree must have passed their Plus Two and those applying for the postgraduate courses must be graduates from recognised universities.

PARTICULARS: Application forms can be downloaded from the institute’s website (www.uptu.nic.in).

Scholarship

JAPANESE GOVERNMENT (MONBUKAGAKUSHO: MEXT) SCHOLARSHIP FOR 2008

Last date for submission of application forms is March 3, 2008

SUBJECT: MEXT (ministry of education, culture, sports, science and technology), Government of Japan, is offering a 1,70,000 yen (Rs 56,000) per month scholarship to school teachers who wish to conduct research on school education at Japanese universities. Fees for tuition, enrollment and entrance examination are covered by MEXT. The training course will be conducted in Japanese between October 2008 and March 2010. The courses mainly consist of educational administration, educational methods, specialised subject research and observational tours and practice.

ELIGIBILITY: The incumbent must be born on or after April 2, 1973. He or she must be a graduate of a university or a teacher-training school and have worked as a teacher in an elementary or secondary educational institution or a teacher-training school in his / her home country for at least five years as of April 1, 2008. The applicant must be willing to learn Japanese and receive research guidance in Japanese. Foreign students whose Japanese language ability is insufficient will be taught the language at the appointed university or at a university designated by MEXT. Japanese-language education is generally provided for six months at the beginning of the programme, but some universities may conduct Japanese language education parallel to the training. Please note that each grantee needs to bring US$1,500 or the equivalent to cover immediate needs after arrival in Japan.

PARTICULARS: For application forms and further information please contact Cultural & Press Department, Consulate General of Japan, 55, M.N. Sen Lane, Tollygunge, Calcutta-700040.

Phone: 033-24211970; Fax: 033-24211971

Sources: The Telegraph (Kolkata, India)

INSTITUTE FOR CIVIL SERVICE ASPIRANTS, CALCUTTA

Last date for submission of application forms is February 15, 2008 for wbcs

SUBJECT: The Institute for Civil Service Aspirants invites applications for its coaching classes for the West Bengal Civil Services Mains and Indian Administrative Services Prelims 2008. It also offers coaching for candidates who are appearing for the personality test that is part of both these examinations.

ELIGIBILITY: The eligibility criteria are the same as those required to appear for the West Bengal Public Service Commission Examination and the Union Public Service Commission Examination.

PARTICULARS: The Institute for Civil Service Aspirants provides result-oriented coaching on all aspects of general studies and nearly all optional subjects offered. For further details, contact the institute at DB 18, Salt Lake, Calcutta -700064. You can also call 23341274. Or, you can log on to the institute’s website (www.instcivilservice.com). E-mail: instcivilservice@yahoo.com

DEGREE COURSES:
SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY: UNIVERSITY LEARNING CENTRE — APEX, CALCUTTA

Last date for admissions is february 29, 2008

SUBJECT: Applications invited for University Grants Commission-approved programmes at both the undergraduate and postgraduate level.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the undergraduate courses must have cleared their Plus Two and candidates applying for postgraduate courses must be graduates from recognised universities.

PARTICULARS: The Sikkim Manipal University is offering industry recognised programmes fully approved by UGC, Union ministry of human resource development, Government of India. The programmes combine the relevant theoretical inputs with practical methodology like case studies, industry interface, experiential learning and assignments.

Application forms are available for Rs 300 at the APEX campus at 2/1C Townshend Road, Bhowanipore, Calcutta-700025. For further details, call 033-24545484 / 5230 or 64546111. E-mail: admissions@apexindia.org Website: www.apexindia.org

OPERATIONAL RESEARCH:

UNIVERSITY OF DELHI, DEPARTMENT OF OPERATIONAL RESEARCH, NEW DELHI

Last Date for submission of application forms is february 15, 2008

SUBJECT: University of Delhi, department of operational research invites applications for MSc in operational research (North Campus) and MA / MSc in applied operational research (South Campus).

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for a masters degree must have at least two papers in maths / computer science / statistics / operational research at the bachelors level. Candidates must have a minimum of 55 per cent aggregate at the undergraduate level.

PARTICULARS: The entrance test will be held on March 16, 2008. Application forms can be obtained by sending Rs 600 by demand draft — favouring Registrar, University of Delhi and payable at SBI, New Delhi — along with a self-addressed, stamped (Rs 30) envelope (10″ x 7″) to University of Delhi, Department of Operational Research, Room No. 215, 2nd Floor, New Academic Block, New Delhi-110007. Website: www.du.ac.in

Sources: The Telegraph (Kolkata, India)

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF HUMAN RIGHTS, NEW DELHI

Last date for submission of forms is February 16, 2008

SUBJECT: The Indian Institute of Human Rights invites applications for its two-year postgraduate programme in human rights in the distance learning mode.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the course must have a bachelors degree in any field from a recognised university in the country. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their performance in a selection test.

PARTICULARS: Application forms can be obtained by sending a demand draft worth Rs 45 — favouring Indian Institute of Human Rights and payable at New Delhi — to the following address: Indian Institute of Human Rights,

A16, Paryavaran Complex, Saket, Maidangarhi Marg, New Delhi 110030.
Phone: 011-29532930, 29532850 Website: http:rightsedu.net

Management:-

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, ALLAHABAD

Last date for submission of completed application forms is february 27, 2008

SUBJECT: The Indian Institute of Information Technology invites applications for its two-year MBA course in information technology and two-year MS course in cyber law and information security.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the MBA course in information technology must have completed their bachelors degree and must have a valid CAT score. For the MS course in cyber law and information security the candidates must have either of the relevant degrees such as BE / BTech / PG / LLB. Selection of the candidates will be based on an entrance test along with an interview.

PARTICULARS: Candidates can download application forms and obtain further details about the courses on offer from the institute’s website (www.iiita.ac.in). They can also write to the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Jhalwa Campus, Allahabad-211011.

Medicine:-

ALL INDIA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (AIIMS), NEW DELHI

Last date for submission of forms is february 29, 2008

SUBJECT: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) invites applications for admission to its MBBS course that shall commence in August 2008.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the course must have cleared their Plus Two with 60 per cent in physics, chemistry, biology and English.

Candidates must also be at least 17 years of age as on December 31, 2008. Selection is on the basis of an entrance examination that will be held on June 1, 2008.

PARTICULARS: Application forms can be obtained by sending Rs 550 (Rs 450 for SC / ST) by account payee demand draft favouring MBBS Entrance Examination 2008, payable at New Delhi to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110608 by February 22, 2008.

Candidates can superscribe Request for Application Form for MBBS Entrance Examination 2008 on the envelope and request letter. They must include their address and pin code in block letters. Forms are also available at designated branches of State Bank of India on payment of Rs 500 (Rs 400 for SC / ST) in cash. For further details, log on to: www.aiims.edu / www.aiims.ac.in.

Sources: The Telegraph (Kolkata, India)

VETERINARY COUNCIL OF INDIA, NEW DELHI

Last date for submission of forms is february 22, 2008

SUBJECT: The Veterinary Council of India invites applications for the All India Pre-veterinary Test 2008 for taking admission to the BVSc & AH course for five and a half years, which also includes six months of internship.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the course must have completed his / her Plus Two (PCB & English, 50 per cent). Those with a BSc (physics / chemistry / biology [botany / zoology]) are also eligible.The candidate must be at least 17 years of age in order to apply for the course.

PARTICULARS: Application forms can be obtained by sending a demand draft of Rs 750 (Rs 350 for SC / ST) drawn on any scheduled bank favouring the Veterinary Council of India Examination Fund, payable at New Delhi, to the Controller of Examination at the address mentioned below, before February 15, 2008. A candidate must enclose two plain paper slips with complete address (in block letters) and pin code. One can also send the application to the same address: Veterinary Council of India, A wing, 2nd floor, August Kranti Bhawan, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi-110066. Forms are also available at specified Vijaya Bank branches and can be downloaded from the website (www.vci-india.in)

ART & DESIGN:
SRISHTI SCHOOL OF ART, DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY, BANGALORE

Last date for submission of forms is march 1, 2008

SUBJECT: Srishti School of Art, Design & Technology, Bangalore, invites applications for its two-year programme in foundation studies, a two-and-a-half-year professional diploma programme and an advanced diploma programme.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the two-year programme in foundation studies must have completed Plus Two; for the two-and-a-half-year professional diploma programme candidates must have a UG education in design / fine / applied art / architecture and related fields (minimum two years) or relevant work experience; for the advanced diploma programme, applicants need a bachelors degree in technology, computing, fine or applied arts, music, design, architecture, film, animation or education.

PARTICULARS: Application forms can be downloaded from the website of the institution (www.srishti.ac.in)

ENGINEERING

VELLORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, VELLORE

Last date for submission of forms is February 20, 2008

SUBJECT: The Vellore Institute of Technology invites applications for the Engineering Entrance Exam (VITEEE) 2008 for admission to its BTech (bioinformatics / bio-medical / biotechnology / chemical / civil / computer science & engineering / electronics & electrical / electronics & communication / electronics & instrumentation / information technology / mechanical / mechanical & energy engineering) courses.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for a course in biotechnology & bioinformatics need to have scored 60 per cent in physics, chemistry and biology in Plus Two. For all the other courses, candidates must have 60 per cent in physics, chemistry and maths.

PARTICULARS: Application forms can be obtained by sending a demand draft worth Rs 750 — favouring VIT University and payable at Vellore — to the Admissions Officer at the institute with a request letter mentioning your address. The form can also be downloaded.
Address: Vellore Institute of Technology,
Vellore-632014 (Tamil Nadu).
Website: www.vit.ac.in

Sources: The Telegraph (Kolkata, India)

Last date for submission of applications is january 31, 2008

SUBJECT: The NRAI School of Mass Communication invites applications for admission to its three-year bachelors degree course in mass communication (advertisement, journalism+GDMC), two-year masters in mass communication (advertisement, journalism+ GDMC), three-year course in management and cutting technology, three-year BBA (bachelors in business administration+GDMC) course and one-year diploma in airline, hospitality and tourism management.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for a graduation degree or a diploma must have completed Plus Two. Applicants for a masters degree must be graduates in any field from a recognised university.

PARTICULARS: Prospectus and application forms can be obtained on payment of Rs 200 in cash or via a demand draft drawn in favour of the institute, payable at Delhi. The form can also be downloaded from the website (www.nraismc.com). For further details write in to this address: M-161/1A, G.L. House, Gautam Nagar (Behind Oil Bhawan), New Delhi-110049.

Phone: 011-41642958 / 59 / 60, E-mail: info@nraismc.com

Last date for submission of forms is january 31, 2008

SUBJECT: Take one school of Mass Communication invites applications for admission to its three-year bachelor of mass communication course, two-year master of mass communication course and one-year postgraduate diploma in mass communication.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the three-year bachelors course in mass communication must have completed Plus Two in any stream while applicants to the other two courses must be graduates from a recognised university in any field.

PARTICULARS: The prospectus can be obtained by sending a demand draft for Rs 200 drawn in favour of the institute. The application form can also be download from the website (www.takeoneschool.org). For further queries, write in to this address: Take One School of Mass Communication, 198/26, 2nd floor, Ramesh Market, Garhi, opposite D-44, East of Kailash, New Delhi-110065. Phone: 011-65288746-47, 011-41551472 E-mail: tosomc@rediffmail.com

film studies

CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN ART OF FILMS AND TELEVISION, NEW DELHI

Last date for receipt of completed applications is january 31, 2008

SUBJECT: Center for Research in Art of Films and Television invites applications for admission to its courses in (i) editing (film and TV) (ii) videography and still photography (iii) news anchor and radio jockey (iv) sound recording and engineering (v) cinematography (camera and lighting) (vi) direction (film and TV) (vii) electronic journalism (radio, TV production) (viii) creative writing (screenplay, dialogue, advertising copy) (ix) public relations, advertising and corporate communications and (x) one-year course in acting and modelling.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates applying for the first four courses must have completed Plus Two. And applicants for courses numbered (v) to (x) should be graduates from any recognised university.

PARTICULARS: Prospectus and application forms can be obtained on payment of Rs 150 in cash or via a demand draft drawn in favour of the CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN ART OF FILM & TELEVISION and payable at Delhi. Application forms can also be downloaded from the website (www.log2craft.org). For further details you can write in to this address: Center for Research in Art of Films and Television, Plot No.8, Sector-25, Rohini Institutional Area, New Delhi-110085.

Phone: 011-27933500 / 600

E-mail: info@log2craft.org
Sources: The Telegraph (Kolkata, India)

Last date for submission of application forms is february 20, 2008

SUBJECT: The institute invites applications for its MBA and BBA courses. On offer is MBA with specialisation in marketing, finance, HR, retail and entrepreneurship.

ELIGIBILITY: Applicants for BBA should have passed their Plus Two examinations and applicants for the MBA course should be graduates.

PARTICULARS: Application forms can be obtained from the institute’s office in Calcutta for Rs 300. Address: International Institute of Advanced Studies, ICMARD Building, 5th Floor, Block-14/2, C.I.T. Scheme VIII (M), Ultadanga, Calcutta-700067.

Telephone: 033-23562038 / 39; Fax: 033-23562039

E-mail: iias@vsnl.com; Website: www.iias.org.in

INSTITUTE FOR FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH (IFMR), CHENNAI

LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION FOrMs is January 31, 2008

SUBJECT: IFMR invites applications for admission to its postgraduate diploma in management course that offers specialisations in finance, marketing, HR and IT & operations. The institute is approved by the AICTE.

ELIGIBILITY: Applicants need to have a first class undergraduate degree (in the 10+2+3 scheme) and a first class in both Class X and Class XII board exams. Candidates appearing for the final year degree exams are also eligible. They need either a CAT 2007 or XAT 2008 or GMAT (taken in or after August 2006) score. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a psychometric test, group discussion and personal interview.

PARTICULARS: Application forms and prospectus can be obtained by sending a demand draft worth Rs 1,200, drawn in favour of Institute for Financial Management and Research and payable at Chennai, to the institute. The application form can also be downloaded from the site (ifmr.ac.in). Forms will be available at select centres of TIME, IMS and Career Launcher as well as at select branches of Axis Bank. The completed form has to be submitted along with photocopies of certificates and a recent passport size photograph and, in case of a downloaded form, a demand draft for Rs 1,200 (favouring Institute for Financial Management and Research, payable at Chennai) to the PGDBM Admissions Office, Institute for Financial Management and Research, 24 Kothari Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai-600034.

Phone: 044-28228193 / 044-28303400 / 09385021777

Fax: 044-28279208 E-mail: admissions@ifmr.ac.in

INSTITUTE FOR TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT (ITM) BUSINESS SCHOOL, NAVI MUMBAI

LAST DATE FOR receipt OF completed applications is March 31, 2008

SUBJECT: ITM Business School invites applications for admission to its postgraduate diploma in management course (PGDM). The institute is approved by the AICTE.

ELIGIBILITY: A bachelors degree from any AIU recognised university with minimum 50 per cent aggregate. Final year students may also apply. Applicants need to have either a CAT, XAT or GMAT score. Shortlisted candidates will be called to participate in group discussions and personal interview sessions.

PARTICULARS: Application forms and prospectus can be obtained by sending a demand draft worth Rs 200, favouring Institute for Technology and Management and payable at Mumbai, to the institute. The form can also be downloaded from the website (www.itm.edu). Forms are also available at all centres of PT Education, TIME, IMS and Career Launcher. The completed form must be sent to ITM Business School, 25&26 Institutional Area, Sector 4, Kharghar (E), Navi Mumbai-410210, along with a draft worth Rs 800 (details as given above). In case of a downloaded form, it must be accompanied by a demand draft or cheque for Rs 1,000. Phone: 022-27740903 / 04

E-mail: admissions@itm.edu

Sources: The Telegraph (Kolkata, India)