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The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
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I am pursuing Social Science. My UG degree was International Relations, and Master's was Political Science. What are the potential career options in teaching in India and abroad? What skills do I need to develop? Dheeraj Dear Dheeraj, Your academic background is a strong asset. Potential career options in India include teaching in government and private schools (the latter could be affiliated to Indian or international boards), universities and colleges, coaching or tutoring, and curriculum development or creation of educational content. Abroad, you can teach at schools if you complete specific certifications that are prerequisites in those countries. Work on becoming a subject matter expert, and stay updated on current events. Understand and apply pedagogical skills such as lesson planning, delivery, classroom management and differentiated instruction. Work on your verbal and written communication and active listening. Use technology to create digital content and build a skillset in software proficiency. Develop interpersonal skills, research and analytical skills and a deep understanding of cultural sensitivity. Also, explore online teaching, work with NGOs and think tanks, and build an online presence by creating a professional website or blog to showcase your expertise and teaching philosophy to help you stand out. I am in the final year of B.A. Economics. I want to do a PG in Economics and Econometrics. Are there any good institutions? Also will it help to pursue courses in computers? Sethu Dear Sethu, Some of India's top institutions, known for their Economics and Econometrics programmes are Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) in Delhi and Kolkata; Delhi School of Economics (DSE); Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR), Mumbai; Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU); Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) Delhi, Kanpur, and Kharagpur; and Madras School of Economics (MSE), Chennai. Computer skills are essential for Econometrics (as it relies on statistical software such as R, Python, and Stata). Proficiency in these tools is crucial for data analysis and model building and will broaden your job prospects. I have completed BBA but am not sure what to do next. I am interested in stock market trading. Are there any courses on the stock market, especially futures and option trading? Viswa Dear Viswa, The National Stock Exchange (NSE) Academy offers a range of courses including futures and options trading, and provides industry-recognised certifications. The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Institute also offers courses related to the stock market, including derivatives trading that cater to different levels of experience. The National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) offers certification exams that are mandatory for certain roles in the securities market. Online platforms such as Coursera, Udemy, and edx offering a variety of courses on finance, investing, and trading. Zerodha, a popular brokerage platform in India, provides free educational modules on various aspects of the stock market, including futures and options. Investopedia is another valuable online resource to learn about financial terms and concepts. Many brokerage firms offer educational resources and seminars on trading. However, be cautious and ensure that the information is unbiased and genuine. Before trading with real money, practice with a demo account to get a feel for the market and test your strategies. Start small and gradually increase your investment as you gain experience. The stock market is constantly evolving and dynamic. So, it is essential to stay updated with the latest trends and developments. Futures and options trading involves significant risk, so understand the potential losses before you start trading. Be wary of 'get-rich-quick' schemes, scams and unrealistic promises. I completed (Hons) Agriculture and worked in an e-commerce supplier. Now I am looking after operations and finance in two retail shops in my family business. This has got me interested in finance, and I took up a certification in Investment Banking. Should I look for entry-level jobs in the investment sector or try for CFA Level 1? Raghul Dear Raghul, Entry-level jobs in the investment sector will help you gain practical experience, build a professional network, and learn from experienced professionals. However, these positions are highly competitive, and your non-traditional background may require you to put in extra effort to showcase your skills. But the CFA Level 1 CFA Level 1 is a globally recognised qualification and will significantly enhance your credibility and showcase a strong commitment to finance, thereby increasing your chances of landing better jobs. However, it will require significant time and effort for preparation and does not guarantee a job. Start preparing for the exam while actively seeking entry-level jobs. Leverage your experience in managing finances and operations in your family business, and highlight your ability to analyse financial data and make informed decisions. Connect with professionals in the investment sector. Customise your resume to highlight relevant skills and experience. Emphasise your analytical skills, financial acumen, and ability to learn quickly. Gain proficiency in financial software and tools, and improve your communication and presentation skills. Consider internships to gain relevant experience and make connections.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
StataCorp Unveils Major New Features with New Stata 19, Offering Substantive Advancements in Machine Learning and Statistical Analysis, and Enhanced Reporting
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, April 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--StataCorp, a leading developer of software for data science, is proud to announce the launch of a major upgrade to its flagship product, Stata. The new version, Stata 19, provides many substantive advancements—from new statistical features and expanded reporting to interface improvements designed to enhance how users interact with the software. Stata 19 builds on many features previously announced with StataNow, StataCorp's continuous-release software that delivers new features and software enhancements as soon as they are certified ready by the development team. With StataNow, StataCorp regularly delivers new features to end users throughout the year. What's New in Stata 19 The latest version of Stata introduces a wealth of substantive new features. Expanded machine learning – In Stata 19, you can build high-performance predictive models with the all-new H2OML suite of commands. Stata 19 empowers users to take advantage of machine learning via H2O to uncover insights from data when traditional statistical models fall short. New and expanded statistical methods – Stata 19 offers more than 20 major enhancements or additions to its already expansive suites of methods for statistical analysis. In addition to machine learning, expanded statistical areas include causal inference with the support of conditional average treatment effects (CATEs), panel data with high-dimensional fixed effects (HDFEs) and correlated random effects (CREs), Bayesian analysis with Bayesian variable selection, survival analysis with a marginal interval-censored multiple-event times Cox model, meta-analysis with correlations, resampling with Bayesian bootstrap, time series with instrumental-variables structural vector autoregressive (VAR) models, and much more. Enhanced reporting and tables – Building customizable and reproducible tables you can include in your reports is now even easier in Stata 19. It is easier to create, customize, and export a table in a single line of code. In addition, more Stata results can be used seamlessly in customizable tables. New features in graphics – Stata 19 offers new graphs, including heat maps, bar plots with confidence intervals, and range and point plots with spikes or capped spikes. There are improved labeling and control of box groupings for bar graphs, dot charts, and box plots. Also, more graphs allow you to vary the color of lines, markers, and other characteristics based on the values of a specified variable. Enhancements to the interface –There are many new features for editing Stata scripts (do-files), which include expanded autocompletion support, document templates, word and selection highlighting, code-folding enhancements, temporary bookmarks, and a new user interface for managing bookmarks. New enhancements with Python – Stata 19 expands the programmer-favorite PyStata, providing even more ways for Stata to interact with the Python programming language. LAPACK/OpenBLAS support – Faster and more modern implementation of LAPACK/OpenBLAS for numerical computations in Stata for Mac on Apple silicon. OpenBLAS is an open-source implementation of the BLAS that is optimized for modern hardware platforms. Mata programming – Programmers will enjoy many additions to the Mata matrix language, including the new least-squares solvers, and improvements to numerical derivatives and matrix inverse methods. "We are excited to release this new version of our software. Stata 19 will empower researchers to effectively use their data and make impactful contributions with their work," said Alan Riley, President of StataCorp. "Our team is excited to provide the best and latest in research methods." Availability Stata 19 is available now for free download for qualifying users with a current annual license or maintenance agreement. New customers can access the new software by visiting About StataCorp Founded in 1985, StataCorp is a leader in statistical and data science software. Stata software provides a complete suite of tools for advanced statistical analysis, intuitive data visualization, efficient data manipulation, and automated reporting. Analysts, researchers, and academics worldwide rely on Stata for accuracy, reproducible results, and seamless workflows. StataCorp celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2025. For more information on Stata software and to download the latest version, please visit View source version on Contacts StataCorp LLCKaren Strope979-696-4600service@ Sign in to access your portfolio
