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BA (Hons) Economics vs BCom (Hons): Which degree will offer a gateway to business & policy?

July 5, 2025July 5, 2025cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

(‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) — Prof (Dr) Sunil KumarChoosing between a BA (Hons) in Economics and a BCom (Hons) is a pivotal decision for students aspiring to pursue careers in business, economics, or public policy. Although both programs […]

BSc Astronomy vs BTech Space Technology: Which degree launches a career in space?

June 28, 2025June 28, 2025cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

(‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) When the countdown began for Shubhanshu Shukla’s historic spaceflight, it lit a spark across India, and touching the stars didn’t feel like science fiction anymore. It felt like something we could truly reach. […]

CFA vs CPA: Choosing the right path in finance; prospects, roles

June 21, 2025June 21, 2025cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

(‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) The Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) are two of the most respected and well-known qualifications in the world for anyone who wants to work in finance. Even though both […]

BA Maths (Hons), BCom Maths (Hons) or BSc Maths (Hons): Which one should you choose?

June 14, 2025June 14, 2025cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

(‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) Mathematics is a versatile discipline that finds applications across various fields, from finance to scientific research. However, choosing the right undergraduate course, BA Maths (Hons), BCom Maths (Hons), or BSc Maths (Hons). It […]

Full-time MBA or part-time? Experts explain difference between the two

September 29, 2022September 29, 2022cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

(‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) It’s been over a decade since online MBA courses were introduced in the Indian market. During Covid, most online platforms registered a massive increase in applications from both freshers and professionals. Indians […]

The Right Choice | B.Sc Nursing and B.Pharma: Experts outline key differences

August 11, 2022August 11, 2022cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

(The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) Students interested in the medical stream often debate between choosing the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc Nursing) programme or the Bachelor in Pharmacy (B Pharma) – two popular courses in the […]

The Right Choice | To take a gap year or not while at university? Experts decode

July 27, 2022July 27, 2022cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) Typically, a student in India completes high school, takes an admission for an undergraduate degree, goes for a postgraduate degree, and starts a job. The routine can be taxing and might not […]

The Right Choice | Should a commerce student choose B.Com (Hons) or B.A (Hons) Economics? Expert explains

July 24, 2022July 24, 2022cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here. Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (B.Com Hons) or Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics (B.A Hons. Economics)? This dilemma confronts many class 12 commerce students while choosing a course for […]

The Right Choice | Course or college? A professor explains

July 20, 2022July 20, 2022cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

(‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) – Tanvir Aeijaz For the school students preparing to join college, the feeling is quixotic and the dilemma is palpable. They understand that they are now free to choose, not only about what […]

The Right Choice | B.Sc. Computer Science or BCA? A student Counsellor explains

July 17, 2022July 17, 2022cpooldigitalLeave a Comment

(‘The Right Choice’ is a series by The Indian Express that addresses common questions, misconceptions, and doubts surrounding undergraduate admissions. You can read the stories here.) — Ruchir Arora Many students wish to study Information Technology and work with computers after finishing their 10 + 2 examinations, but they find themselves debating if the Bachelor […]

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