MCA
One can pursue MCA after the completion of bachelor’s degree. Basically, the graduates of Bachelor’s of Computer Applications (BCA) pursue MCA. The course emphasis on latest programming languages and tools to develop better and faster applications. BCA makes a base while MCA adds a specialized touch in the subjects studied in BCA.
Master of Computer Applications (MCA) is a three year (six semesters) professional Master’s Degree in computer science awarded in India. Post BCA, the same course is of two years (four semesters). The course is designed to meet the growing demand for qualified professionals in the field of Information Technology. It is a postgraduate course that can be taken up after obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree.
| Course name | Duration | Semester | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCA | 2 years | 4 semesters | Rs. 27,500/ semester |
Before you think about doing the MCA course, you need to check if you are eligible to do the course or not. Not everyone can apply for this course.
The following are the criteria you need to fit into to be eligible for an MCA degree course.
You need to have a bachelor’s degree in computer application.
You need to have more than 50% of your bachelors degree.
You need to have more than 55% in your 12th standard.
Career Avenues for MCA
Career opportunities are the most important factor everyone looks when they choose to study for a certain degree, MCA aspirants should also do the same. You should know what types of careers you are looking at, and it will help you get a clear view of your future and make the right career moves.
The demand of IT professionals is increasing not only in India but also in abroad. After the completion of the course, the student can find a job in reputed IT companies like IBM, Oracle, Infosys, and Google. The student can work as a system engineer, junior programmer, web developer or as a system administrator. This field provides you ample opportunities to make your career not only in private sector but also in the public sector. The government organization like NIC, Indian Army, Indian Air Force and India Navy also recruit large number of computer professionals for their IT department. After the completion of the course a student’s work profile may include:
System Engineer
Programmer
Web Developer
System Administrator
Software Developer
Hardware Engineer
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