Education and Career Forum

I have done my HSC in the year 1996 and want to pursue my graduation in BA( Bachelor in Tourism). I wanted to know that by the time I complete my graduation I will be 42. After so many years of the gap will I be able to get a job. Please guide me.

There are very few chances that you will get a govt job at the age of 42, in Tourism Sector However there might be opportunities in private sector if you have previous experiences and after your undergraduate degree you can apply in various Travel and Tourism related Companies and Organistaion they might hire you.

After 5-10 years of experience you will be able to get the top Positions in the Travel and Tourism Sector, so don't loose hope and Go on, Complete your undergraduate degree, get a job and thereafter you can do Postgraduate In tourism through distance mode that will your chances of getting a High Salary Job.

Yes. You can get the jobs in some of the fields of Journalism after completing the B.A.(Journalism) at the age of 42. If you have good skills and knowledge, then age doesn't matter in some of the fields of Journalism.

Required Skills In Journalism
- Ability to Adapt and Learn Latest Technology
- Web-Editing Across Various Platforms
- Copy Editing
- Strong Technical Skills
- Data Management Skill
- Knowledge of Media Landscape and Media Consumption
- Researching and Guiding
- Energy and Passion
- Curiosity