CAREER COUNSELLING

[A star]

FAHMEED u keep saying that there is no scope of math major in Pakistan ...okay, but what about other countries? Same story or not?

depends on what side of maths you want to go.

A quick glance at the 'Situations Vacant' section of Saturday’s Press is enough to see that there are few, if any, relevant jobs listed under MATHEMATICS or STATISTICS. A more in-depth look will reveal that Mathematics and Statistics graduates are employed in many different areas. Industry, commerce, government departments and teaching represent some of the more obvious ones. Some jobs require specific mathematical or statistical skills while others, although not directly involving these skills, require the ability to think precisely and reason logically; these are abilities gained from your mathematical studies. For a good idea of the kinds of careers that Mathematics or Statistics can lead to, visit the American Mathematical Society's Early Career Profiles website.

Generally, business, industry and government want people who have a broad background and interest in a variety of mathematical areas, computation and science. Therefore you need to take papers that will expand your knowledge of applications of Mathematics and Statistics. The most directly applicable papers would be in Accounting, Biology, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Management, and Physics. In particular, there are very good job opportunities in financial mathematics and in computing combined with Mathematics.

 

[@yeshaB]

there are very good job opportunities in financial mathematics and in computing combined with Mathematics.

in Pakistan as well?

The most directly applicable papers would be in Accounting, Biology, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Management, and Physics. In particular, there are very good job opportunities in financial mathematics and in computing combined with Mathematics.

Dude how come in Biology? :O
without adding other subjects (account, computer...bla bla) with maths? because by maths major i mean maths major

 

[Faizan Muhammmad]

IMO.... the thought of 'what's the scope/job opportunities' are secondary or rather unnecessary now.... I advise you first accomplish the task, get a math major and then you will eventually come to know where and what you jobs can be.... Ex. statistics which would be studied as a part of the math major would include many real life application problem,etc....... Maths is the queen of all sciences-Gauss. No matter where, you yourself will know where you stand and what you like and where do you wish to be...

 

[Awesome12]

What is the avg monthly salary of a chartered accountant. Also how long will it take to be one?

 

[@yeshaB]

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[A star]

i think this is the wrong place to ask such questions... Consider this site for your answer:
- www.google.com

how the hell do we know where are you from? have you completed a CA course in the first place? Rather choose another profession to suit higher materialistic benefits.

actually this the reason half the people choose CA as a carrier job. Highest paing job in the world. No intrest dnt care

 

[Awesome12]

i think this is the wrong place to ask such questions... Consider this site for your answer:
- www.google.com

how the hell do we know where are you from? have you completed a CA course in the first place? Rather choose another profession to suit higher materialistic benefits.

I think you have stumbled at the wrong place. I was asking the CAREER COUNCILLOR in general; which is Fahmeed and not you. Judging by your answers to people, I'd rather refrain from taking advice from you
People here just post questions about a field, sometimes being completely blank about it. It is the Career Council who gives a detailed description. And how the hell am I supposed to chose another profession without knowing about the other professions. People make sensible analogical decisions after looking at the possible possibilities.

 

[Awesome12]

actually this the reason half the people choose CA as a carrier job. Highest paing job in the world. No intrest dnt care

I heard that neurosurgeons were the highest paid

 

[A star]

I heard that neurosurgeons were the highest paid

well I heard it was CA but to become a neyro surgeon i guess you have to go through MBBS house job Masters and/or specialisation so i guess you can become a CA in a shorter time and you can get a job even before you complete the degree

 

[Faizan Muhammmad]

LOL!!! you didn't really understand me did you? How do i know where are you from and where are going to do your CA? for eg. US may have 4years of CA, Uk may have 3 years of CA, etc........ you will be paid differently in different countries. My advice is that please be more specific.. Also its illogical to ask how much you will earn when you still haven't completed high school.. Who knows what would be the salary of a CA after 4-5 years? Come on.. be realistic. If you want to choose a career simply on the basis of money i guess there are more jobs that would give you higher pay..

yeah
money is absolutely no merit of choice
If you know that people in that profession dont starve that should be good enough for you if your heart is in it

 

[Awesome12]

LOL!!! you didn't really understand me did you? How do i know where are you from and where are going to do your CA? for eg. US may have 4years of CA, Uk may have 3 years of CA, etc........ you will be paid differently in different countries. My advice is that please be more specific.. Also its illogical to ask how much you will earn when you still haven't completed high school.. Who knows what would be the salary of a CA after 4-5 years? Come on.. be realistic. If you want to choose a career simply on the basis of money i guess there are more jobs that would give you higher pay..

Alright, but what do the current statistics show? Like does it have future scope in countries such as UK, or US. Also, I have heard that the best Chartered Accounts are from Pakistan. So speaking of Pak, how much time will it take to be a chartered accoutant there, and can one find jobs in foreign countries easily?

 

[FAHMEED]

FAHMEED u keep saying that there is no scope of math major in Pakistan ...okay, but what about other countries? Same story or not?

I do say, but there are a few very high paid and exciting jobs for Mathematicians in Pakistan in organisations like SUPARCO. KAANUP, PAC Kamra, Armed forces. Pakistan do need mathematicians for its airforce and missile systems, and females are also joining these areas.

In the WEST there are many options in USA and Europe for space and aviation, universities, Laboratories, science parks etc.

But we should not undermine our country's potential.

 

[FAHMEED]

What is the avg monthly salary of a chartered accountant. Also how long will it take to be one?

The starting salary of Chartered accountant in Pakistan is about 200000 PKR, and in UK, it is about GBP 30,000.

 

[SalmanPakRocks]

I'm currently doing A2 (commerce) and I'm actually confused on what should I pursue next for career development. My father asks me to opt for CA but I don't find accounting interesting so It's my presumption that I would not be able to complete CA. Secondly, I had thought of doing ACCA, but again, it's pure accounting but not as hard as CA accounting. CIMA is also an option for me, however, originally, I had thought of taking admission into university such as IBA. If I get admission there, should I opt for university education or professional qualification? I want to enter into the job market as soon as I can and want to apply abroad.

 

[A star]

I'm currently doing A2 (commerce) and I'm actually confused on what should I pursue next for career development. My father asks me to opt for CA but I don't find accounting interesting so It's my presumption that I would not be able to complete CA. Secondly, I had thought of doing ACCA, but again, it's pure accounting but not as hard as CA accounting. CIMA is also an option for me, however, originally, I had thought of taking admission into university such as IBA. If I get admission there, should I opt for university education or professional qualification? I want to enter into the job market as soon as I can and want to apply abroad.

thats a difficult situation to handle,In the similar hurdle myself, though I am a science student but from what my seniors/family did/told me the best option could be go do eco and maths or a BBA in finance/marketing.

 

[SalmanPakRocks]

thats a difficult situation to handle,In the similar hurdle myself, though I am a science student but from what my seniors/family did/told me the best option could be go do eco and maths or a BBA in finance/marketing.

I am interesting in Marketing but the fact to the matter is, would there be jobs available in marketing field by 2018? Also, I want to go abroad, so I'm ready to do extra interships just to gain work experience.

 

[A star]

I am interesting in Marketing but the fact to the matter is, would there be jobs available in marketing field by 2018? Also, I want to go abroad, so I'm ready to do extra interships just to gain work experience.

well you can never be certain about this can you? no one can say how the market will be in the future with 100 percent certainity but commerce fields like marketing are evergreen fields as long as you have buisness their will be a value FAHMEED sir correct me If I am wrong

 

[SalmanPakRocks]

well you can never be certain about this can you? no one can say how the market will be in the future with 100 percent certainity but commerce fields like marketing are evergreen fields as long as you have buisness their will be a value FAHMEED sir correct me If I am wrong

I sure hope that's true.

 

[A star]

I sure hope that's true.

BOL

 

[FAHMEED]

well you can never be certain about this can you? no one can say how the market will be in the future with 100 percent certainity but commerce fields like marketing are evergreen fields as long as you have buisness their will be a value FAHMEED sir correct me If I am wrong

thats a difficult situation to handle,In the similar hurdle myself, though I am a science student but from what my seniors/family did/told me the best option could be go do eco and maths or a BBA in finance/marketing.

I would personally go for Chartered Accountancy. It is pretty hard and tiresome, but in the end, you earn a lot and get too many benefits. ICAP is widely recognised in the GULF and ICAP members earn a lot of money. As far as ACCA, is concerned, I am afraid that it is not worth as every other person is doing it. Another alternative to CA is ICMAP that is for about four years. It is relatively easier than CA, and nearly everyone is able to find job during the course study only!!!


As far as marketing is concerned, it is an everlasting field as no firm can succeed until it has a good marketing strategy. However, for a good marketing job, one must be a good orator with excellent communication skills. And if you are up to it, then you can go for BBA from IBA. That is worth studying.

Nowadays, professional qualifications matter. People with accredited degrees are high in demand as compare to people with simple degrees. I WOULD encourage you to go for ICAP or ICMAP, and then in future, get accredited with ICAEW, CIMA, CPA or CMA, to name few. It is a cheap route to get professional!!!!