Appalachian Sound Archives Fellowship 2010 at Berea College

The Berea College Appalachian Sound Archives Fellowship Program is made possible by a grant from the Anne Ray Charitable Trust.

The fellowship program’s purpose is to encourage scholarly use of Berea’s non-commercial audio collections that document Appalachian history and culture, especially the areas of traditional music, religious expression, spoken lore, and radio programs. Awards in support of such research projects are made for a period of one to three months.

Awards: The fellowships must be taken up between July 2010 and June 2011. All Fellowship supported work must be finished by June 30, 2011. Fellows are expected to be in residence during the term of the fellowship and are encouraged to participate in campus and community activities. Stipend: $3,000/month.

Deadline for Proposals: June 1, 2010 for July through December 2010. December 1, 2010 for January through June 2011.
Proposal Guidelines 2010: There is no application form. Applicants are asked to submit a proposal that includes:
# Identifying and contact information, applicant’s background and interest in the particular subject area.
# A summary of the proposed project.
# Detailed description of the anticipated use of Berea collections. Please discuss specific collection material and their relevance to the project.
# Anticipated research outcomes (e.g., print publications, audio / video documentaries, tune transcriptions, lesson plans, public performances, web-based resources).
# The length of time needed for the project (one month minimum, three months maximum), and preferred dates of residence. The duration of award is requested by the candidate, but the final decision is made by the Fellowship Committee.
# Three letters of recommendation from colleagues familiar with the applicant’s work and who are qualified to judge the proposal. For graduate degree candidates, the recommendations must include those of the professor directing the applicant’s research and the department chair. Applicants are responsible for contacting all persons providing recommendations.

Contact:
Harry Rice
Special Collections & Archives
Berea College
Berea, KY 40404

Email: harry_rice(AT)berea.edu

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad

MBA (International Business)

ADMISSIONS 2010-2012

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad, university provided with 'A' Grade accreditation by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) has invited application for the courses of MBA (International Business) and Collaboration MBA Programme for the Academic Year 2010-2011.
MBA (International Business) programme is offered at JNTU School of Management Studies (SMS), Hyderabad and with a duration of 2 years. Candidates posessing any degree with 55% marks are eligible to apply.

Collaboration MBA Programme is 2 year programme of which one year of study is conducted at JNTU School of Management Studies (SMS), Hyderabad and the second year of study at Central Michigan University (CMU), USA. Candidates posessing any degree of 4 year duration with 55% marks are eligible to apply.

Filled-in application forms are to be submitted at the Office of Director, School of Management Studies, JNTU, Kukatpally, Hyderabad. The last date for submission of application for MBA (International Business) programme is 29.05.2010 and of Collaboration MBA Programme is 30.06.2010.

Application form with general instructions such as registration fee, Tuition fee etc are available at the official website of JNTU : www.jntuh.ac.in

Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai

DM and MCh Admissions 2010-2012

Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, affiliated to Homi Bhabha National Institute Recognized by MCI, New Delhii, has invited application for the courses for the following DM and MCh programmes for Acadmic Year 2010 .
1. M.Ch. (Surgical Oncology) and 2. DM (Medical Oncology)

Eligibility for DM is a Post Graduate Degree (MD or equivalent) in General Medicine Or Pediatrics Or Radiotherapy recognized by MCI. Eligibility for MCh is a Post Graduate Degree (MS or equivalent) in General Surgery Or ENT (Otorhinolaryngology) Or Orthopedics Or Obstetrics & Gynaecology. For both courses, candidates have to secure an average of 55% marks or more in the III-MBB (Part-2 subjects) examinations. Candidates passed the MD/MS or equivalent in no more than two attempts are not eligible to apply.


Application forms and Broschures are available online and can be downloaded from the Hospital Web site – http://tmh.gov.in/tataapp. The completed application form has to reach the office of the Director, Academics, Service Block, 4th floor, R.No.215,Tata Memorial Centre, Parel, Mumbai-400 012 on or before 31.05.2010 accomponied with a Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Tata Memorial Centre" payable at Mumbai of Rs. 2000/- (Two Thousand only). The application must be accompanied with attested copies of all the mark sheets / certificates / degrees / registration certificate and other documents (from High School to MD / MS). It is also mandatory to submit application online.

Last Date for receipt of completed application form in the office of the Director-Academic, TMC is 31st May 2010 . Date of Entrance examination is 27th June 2010.

For More Informations, visit the Hospital's website: tmh.gov.in

National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research(NITTTR), Chennai

Ph.D and M.Tech Admissions 2010-2012

National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research(NITTTR), Chennai, established by Ministry of HRD, Govt of India, has invited applications from eligible candidates for admission to the Ph.D/M.Tech programmes which are affiliated to University of Madras.

Courses and eligibility are as follows:

1.Full-time (Stipendiary) Ph.D Programme in Engineering Education (Inter-disciplinary Research): Candidates eligible for the admission have to posess the following qualifications/criteria:

a) Master's Degree (10+2+3+2 or 11+1+3+2 or 12+3+2) in Engineering / Technology / Architecture / Computer Applications / Electronic Media / Visual Communication / Environmental Science / Physics / Chemistry / Maths / English / Commerce / Management / Psychology / Sociology / Education / HRD or any other discipline related to Engineering Education with not less than 55% of marks or equivalent Grade and a fist class either in Bachelor's degree or Master's degree.
b) The candidate should not be getting salary or pension or fellowship from any other source.
c) Age of candidates have to be less than 40 years (age relaxation will be given to SC/ST/OBC/PD candidates as per Government of India's norms).

2.Master of Technology (Human Resource Development) M.Tech (HRD) and 3. Master of Technical Education (M.Tech.Ed)

Candidates holding a degree in engineering or technology of University of Madras or any University recognized by the Syndicate of this University as equivalent thereto are eligible to apply for these 4 semester programmes.

Candidates, other than those sponsored by State Directorates of Technical Education will have to appear for the Entrance Test conducted by NITTTR. Candidates working in Government and Government Aided institutions and sponsored by the State Directorates of Technical Education are exempted from paying Tuition Fee and Technology Fee. Information Brochure alongwith Application form can be downloaded from NITTTR website: www.nitttrc.ac.in

While submitting the downloaded application form, the candidates have to send a Demand Draft for Rs.500/- (Rs.250/- in the case of SC/ST/PD candidates) drawn in favour of "The Director, NITTTR, Chennai" payable at Chennai.

Candidates applying for Ph.D Programme in Engineering Education have to send the completed application form along with attested copies of all mark sheets, certificates and other required enclosures (as per the checklist enclosed with the application form) to the Professor and Head, Department of Policy Planning and Educational Research, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Taramani, Chennai - 600 113.

Candidates applying for M.Tech courses have to send the completed application forms in the prescribed form to the Director, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Taramani, Chennai-600113.

Last date for receipt of completed application forms for Ph.D is 04.06.2010 and of M.Tech is 25.06.2010.
For more details with resepct to admission and entrance test, please visit the website: www.nitttrc.ac.in

The Indian Institute of Financial Planning in New Delhi

PG Diploma in Advanced Financial Planning and Wealth Management Admission 2010

The Indian Institute of Financial Planning was established under the auspices of the Kush Education Society which was founded in the year 2001 and has been involved in education since then.

IIFP offers various courses in financial services including financial planning. The One-year (full time) PG Diploma in Advanced Financial Planning and Wealth Management is the leading programme of the institute. IIFP is an authorised education provider of the Financial Planning Standards Board India for CFPCM Certification Education.

About PGDAFWPM:
• 16 industry vetted subjects
• Globally recognised certification
• NCFM & AMFI advisiory module
Course Content:
* Advanced Economics
* Introduction to Financial Planning
* Risk Analysis & Insurance Planning
* Financial Statement Analysis
* Basic Quantative Methods for Financial Analysis
* Retirement Planning & Employee Benefits
* Investment Planning
* AMFI Advisors Module
* Security Analysis & Portfolio Management
* NCFM Derivatives (Dealers) Module
* Technical Analysis
* Commodities Market Module
* Business Communication & Personality Development
* Marketing Financial Products
* Tax & Estate Planning
* Advanced Financial Planning

Eligibility: Graduates & final year students from any discipline can apply.
CAT/ MAT/ XAT scores are accepted.

Duration: 1 year (10 months Classroom(600 hrs) + 8 weeks corporate internship)

Fee Details: Application Fee : Rs.500/-
Program Fee : Rs. 2,20,000/-

Career Opportunities: Banks / Wealth Management Organizations / Financial Planning Firms / Asset Management Companies / Distribution Houses / Financial KPOs / Equity Research

Registration: For Online Registration Click www.iifp.searchmycampus.com

Contact:
2E/8, 2nd Floor, Jhandewalan Extension,
Near Jhandewalan Metro Station,
New Delhi – 110055

The Indian Institute of Financial Planning in New Delhi

PG Diploma in Advanced Financial Planning and Wealth Management Admission 2010

The Indian Institute of Financial Planning was established under the auspices of the Kush Education Society which was founded in the year 2001 and has been involved in education since then.

IIFP offers various courses in financial services including financial planning. The One-year (full time) PG Diploma in Advanced Financial Planning and Wealth Management is the leading programme of the institute. IIFP is an authorised education provider of the Financial Planning Standards Board India for CFPCM Certification Education.

About PGDAFWPM:
• 16 industry vetted subjects
• Globally recognised certification
• NCFM & AMFI advisiory module
Course Content:
* Advanced Economics
* Introduction to Financial Planning
* Risk Analysis & Insurance Planning
* Financial Statement Analysis
* Basic Quantative Methods for Financial Analysis
* Retirement Planning & Employee Benefits
* Investment Planning
* AMFI Advisors Module
* Security Analysis & Portfolio Management
* NCFM Derivatives (Dealers) Module
* Technical Analysis
* Commodities Market Module
* Business Communication & Personality Development
* Marketing Financial Products
* Tax & Estate Planning
* Advanced Financial Planning

Eligibility: Graduates & final year students from any discipline can apply.
CAT/ MAT/ XAT scores are accepted.

Duration: 1 year (10 months Classroom(600 hrs) + 8 weeks corporate internship)

Fee Details: Application Fee : Rs.500/-
Program Fee : Rs. 2,20,000/-

Career Opportunities: Banks / Wealth Management Organizations / Financial Planning Firms / Asset Management Companies / Distribution Houses / Financial KPOs / Equity Research

Registration: For Online Registration Click www.iifp.searchmycampus.com

Contact:
2E/8, 2nd Floor, Jhandewalan Extension,
Near Jhandewalan Metro Station,
New Delhi – 110055

Deakin University in Australia

MMS/MRM/MCM Admission 2010

Master of Management Studies:
* Focuses on key areas of business management.
* Deals with the core building blocks of contemporary management practices like marketing, human resources management, business strategy and project management.
* Offers units like commercial law, risk management and environmental sustainability in a contemporary International context.

Master of Retail Management:
* Provides a solid foundation to those wanting to enter or advance their retail careers.
* Introduces all the core functions of retail with a holistic perspective of the retail industry.
* Key areas of study include retail studies, trends in international retailing, risk management, human resources management and commercial law, with an extra focus on marketing and supply chain management.
Master of Construction Management:
* Aims to produce top class managers in the architectural, engineering and construction sector.
* Incorporates traditional construction project management units (cost planning, construction estimating and dispute resolution) and innovative units (construction procurement, design management and construction business management).

Who Should Enroll: These courses are designed for professionals who are at any stage of their career and want to further their career rapidly.

Fee Details:
* The cost per unit AUD $1000.
* Each Masters course is 8 units in length.
* Students pay for unit/s they enrol in per trimester.

Eligibility:
* Working professionals with more than 6 years of experience.
* Professionals having a graduate degree (10+2+3) in any discipline.
* Fluency in English language.

Duration:
* Minimum 1 year and maximum 2 years.
* Students can choose to study at their own pace.
* Recommended study pattern: 2-4 units per trimester.

Contact:
Pigdons Road
Geelong Victoria 3217
Australia

Email: courseassist(AT)deakin.edu.au

Contact Number: (03) 5227 1100 / (03) 5227 2333

B.S. Abdur Rahman Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai

Master of Computer Applications Admission 2010

Master of Computer Applications (MCA), the three years Post Graduate Degree Programme, provides an intensive training in Computer Science and Applications areas, developing the students as Computer Software Professionals. The MCA Curriculum provides adequate inputs in the areas of computer Science and Application, Financial Management, Economics, Information Management, and hardware aspects.

The specialized topics such as object oriented Programming, Computer Graphics, Multimedia systems, Computer Network, Operating Systems, Database Management Systems, Middleware Technologies, and Distributed Computing, Prepare the students to meet the requirements of the enterprises. Indian Software and IT industries are poised for phenomenal growth within the next decade, which means an enormous requirement of Software Professionals running into many hundred thousands. Thus, the M.C.A. graduates have excellent opportunities for employment both in India and abroad.

Important Features:
# Highly qualified and experienced faculty
# State-of-the-Art computing facilities
# Excellent Placement Records
# Training for Value Added Certification Programmes
# Industry – Institution tie up
# Assured International Level Certification from CISCO / ORACLE
# Curriculum and Syllabi of International Standard
# MoU with ORACLE, CISCO, IBM, TCS, Sun Microsystems, etc
# Well-Stacked Library
# Separate hostel for girls and boys
# Very good infrastructure with modern class rooms
# Industrial Visits
Eligibility: A pass in any recognized Bachelors Degree of minimum 3 years duration in any discipline with Mathematics or with Mathematics at 10+2 level as one of the subjects.

Application Deadline: Last Date for Receipt of Filled–in Application Forms is May 19th, 2010

Application Procedure: Application forms can be obtained in person on payment of Rs 550/-by cash or DD drawn in favour of ‘B.S.Abdur Rahman University’, payable at Chennai and can also be downloaded from the link (www.bsauniv.ac.in/downloadFiles.aspx?file_name=MCA%20Application%202010-11.pdf) Name of the applicant and Course details should be written on the backside of the DD along with the Application Form and sent to:

The Director (Admissions)
B.S.Abdur Rahman University
Vandalur, Chennai-600 048.

Email: admissions(AT)bsauniv.ac.in

Contact Number: 91+ 44-22751347, 22751348, 22751350, 22751375