Work Becomes Play with a Career in Gaming Industry

Days when everyone used to run after conventional career paths are numbered. Today’s youth believe in the power of experiment and innovation and this is the reason why most of them opt for challenging and novice career fields. Out of various off-beat professions, gaming is gradually becoming the first choice of engineering students.

Generally, students are fascinated with animated games and spend long hours playing games on their computer, mobile phones and gaming consoles. This passion for games can really help students in giving a flying start to their career in the field of animation and game programming. Now, before you can decide whether video game programming is suitable for you or not, it is crucial to know what this job type demands.

Programming for games not just requires good programming skills but creativity as well. Rather, one can say that programming for video games is a work of art as well as science. Any student planning to take up gaming as a profession must have ability to visualize things. While programming a game or an animated character different frames need to be put together and thus professionals should be really quick in giving a physical shape to their thoughts.

To enter the programming industry as a video game programmer, students are generally required to possess an engineering degree in computer science. To improve your chances of getting a job in this booming industry, students can enroll themselves for short-term courses dealing with animation and graphic designing.

High-tech Computer Science Labs at RIMT

Studies & surveys conducted by various institutions and organizations reveal that engineering students are highly inclined towards the sector of Information Technology. Challenging work, continuous growth and use of state-of-the-art technology together allures students towards the IT industry. For a flying start in the field of Information Technology, the students are desired to possess an engineering degree in the discipline of computer science.

The engineering course in Computer Science, also known as B.Tech in Computer Science, is designed to impart theoretical as well as practical knowledge of software and hardware components of computer system. This degree program in computer science aims to develop and improve technical as well as analytical skills of the students. The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Royal Institute of Management and Technology also offers an engineering course in computer science.

The department at RIMT works enthusiastically to meet their objective of producing IT professionals who can compete at a global level. To attain this ultimate goal, the department is run by highly experienced and knowledgeable faculty members.  To ensure that students attain proficiency in the area of computer programming, the college has well-equipped computer labs containing 350 computer systems and 3 servers. Along with it, we make our students work on live projects so that they get aware of the trends prevalent in the real IT industry

Learn the Basics of Creating a Brand

Branding is the very first step towards making of a successful enterprise.Every organization initially has to create a brand for itself in the form of a logo, name, design or a blend of all of them. This brand is later used by the customers to recognize and differentiate from competitors in the industry. Since branding is fundamental to every organization, it is essential for management students to get their hands on all kinds of information related to branding. Along with it, students should be aware of the latest trends employed during different stages of branding.

The process of branding begins by defining a brand for the organization. Well, defining a brand is a crucial task and one has to be thoughtful while doing it. Though different enterprises have different strategies towards creating a brand but the features that remain common to all are:

• It should be unique - The purpose of creating a brand is to differentiate your organization from others. Thus, the first thing to be kept in mind while creating a brand is it should be unique. Be it the logo or the design, you have to come up with something out of the box. It is true that you can have a look at the branding strategies of your competitors but never follow them.
• Keep your Word - Telling customers how your brand is going to be useful is mandatory. But, to follow what you say is even more important. It is noteworthy that a brand is not just a physical entity but it is promise made by the organization to their customers. If the promise is not kept then nobody is going to follow you.
• Market the Brand - Branding and marketing goes hand in hand. To popularize a brand, marketing is obligatory. This is the reason why students should be familiar with the marketing trends as well. An integration of branding and marketing would let the organization go on board.

Get an Edge over your Counterparts by Gaining Proficiency at Soft Skills

In this era of decimating competition, it is immensely difficult to secure a seat in a leading management institute. Well, if one has been successful in getting admission in a management institute then it definitely calls for a celebration. Once you are over with celebrating the moment of glory, it is the time to acquire all those skills that turn a student into a professional.

In management programs like MBA, greater emphasis is laid on practical aspects instead of passing on bookish knowledge. Though management students are expected to acquire variety of skills to groom their personality but soft skills form the nucleus. The hiring companies are always looking for students who are adept at soft skills. But, the problem lies in the fact that there is a dearth of MBA students with right set of soft skills. Thus, for getting an edge over other students, it is better to get hands on experience with soft skills.

Generally, leading management institutes conduct special seminars where students get training on soft skills such as leadership, teamwork and a few more. At RIMT, esteemed personalities from the corporate world are invited to throw some light on the importance of these skills and suggest ways by which students can imbibe the skills in their personality.

It is worth mentioning that MBA students can learn such skills on their own as well. One of the best ways to absorb soft skills is to participate in almost every formal and informal event being organized in college and in fact anywhere in your surroundings. Start taking initiatives in events in college and it would definitely increase the odds of getting placement in a multinational organization.  

Engineers are Responsible towards Society Too!

An employee is not only responsible towards his career or employer but to the society as a whole. All of us enter into a particular profession due to reasons like prosperous career, high salary, security and many more. But, what we generally forget is, our contribution at the professional front helps in making the society a better place to live. Every profession has a few responsibilities attached to it and all the professionals must fulfill their share of responsibility to the fullest. Now, the social responsibilities for every profession vary except a few points. Here we mention the responsibilities of an engineer towards the society. It would definitely help our future engineers in understanding what they should do in order to build a strong nation.

• Engineers have to experiment with multiple elements while designing useful devices and equipment for the society. While carrying out the experiments, it is the responsibility of the engineer to ensure that the safety of the society is not compromised at all.

• Some amount of the society funds are raised for research work in the field of engineering and technology. It is again the responsibility of an engineer to make sure that the funds provided are being used optimally.

• Engineers are also responsible for promoting technical development and they should spread awareness among common people to the maximum extent possible.

• Also, engineers are required to be willing and enthusiastic about learning new concepts and acquiring skills that help them in moving ahead in their profession.

• They should toe the line of ethical conduct for engineers and report about misconduct of engineers to the concerned authority.

• Lastly, engineers are expected to be honest towards their profession as well as the society as a whole.

Surely, a good character helps engineers in reaching great heights in their profession.

Quick Tips to Beat your Competitors in Group Discussion

“Competition has grown stiff” – This is one of the most commonly used statements by today’s generation. Whether students are applying for admission in a university or a job position in a leading organization, they have to fight and survive a tough competition. It is very much true that students have to prove their efficiency at different levels and one of the levels common to selection procedures is group discussion.

During group discussion, a group of students (numbers of students vary greatly) is given a topic to discuss upon.  The topics for discussion could be anything from a recent political controversy to some movie you last watched. So be prepared as you might have to speak on something that you have never heard before. This is why it is better to read newspapers and books so that you are aware of the recent happenings in the world. Also, students can search topics of group discussion online to get a fair idea.

The purpose of group discussion is not just to test the knowledge or analytical skills of a student.  Rather, recruiters test varied skills and attributes of students during group discussion. Ability to communicate, team-work, leadership skills are some of the skills observed during group discussions.

• Below are mentioned some of the tips that you can follow to perform well at group discussions.
•  Try to initiate a discussion but carefully and win the race. If you make a wrong statement in the beginning then the chances of being rejected are higher.
• Be polite throughout the discussion. Shouting to put your point forward brings in a negative impression.
• Never hamper the flow of discussion.
• Try to analyze the topic from different angles and write down the points on paper so that you do not forget.
• If you get a chance to summarize the discussion then never let it go. The summary of the discussion should be short but try to include all the points in it.

Simulation Teaching – A Step towards Industry Tailored Education

Stepping and surviving in today’s corporate sector is a challenge in itself. The fast-paced corporate sector is evolving and adopting new techniques & strategies in order to increase their share of profit multiple times. These companies are so much time-starved that they only appoint candidates who are familiar or maybe well-versed with all the prevailing market trends. Such a demanding attitude of corporate organizations not only poses a challenge amongst students but also amongst the educational institutions.

If one compares the present teaching methods and techniques with the ones followed in the earlier times then a significant difference can be observed. Unlike earlier days, institutions offering management and technical courses employ advanced and practical ways for teaching students. Doubtlessly, varied methods are used for training students before they enter the corporate world but the one gaining popularity with each passing day is “Simulation”.

The term simulation is used commonly in different fields and it means “imitation of some real thing”. By using the simulation teaching method, the students are made to imitate the real situations confronted in the corporate sector. This technique firstly helps students in understanding the nature and behavior of a particular field.

Let us quote a very simple example to make students understand what exactly is done in simulation.

Here, let us take an example of students pursuing MBA in Human Resources. HR professionals generally have to conduct interviews be it a telephonic interview or interview in person. Now, with simulation method of training, students have to play the role of an interview while some other student plays the role of interviewee. Both the students would prepare material to ensure that they justify the role being played.

This is just one example and you can find this technique being used in almost every stream and discipline of education.

At RIMT, our faculty members are constantly working on innovative methods for teaching and training students. It not only helps in preparing students for the corporate world but also assists in improving quality of education.  

Steps to Create an Eye Catchy Presentation

Days are gone when books were the only source used for carrying out teaching-learning process. Today, it is the age of smart classrooms where the teaching-learning process is supported and enhanced with technological devices such as projectors, computers, audio devices and a few more. With the integration of education and technology, teachers motivate students to use as much technology as possible for an efficient learning experience. While focusing on this trend, most of the students (especially management students) are required to prepare presentations during their MBA program.

Basically, presentation is a medium using which students can put forward their point in a concise manner. Preparing a presentation not only put on display your managerial skills but also communication skills (when candidate explains the content) & leadership skills (controlling a large audience). Doubtlessly, each student has his own way of expressing things but a few points can be taken into consideration in order to prepare an effective & interesting presentation.   

Firstly, students should decide a topic for their presentation. If your teacher has already assigned a topic to you then start collecting information on the same. Data collection is a strenuous and time consuming task. This is the reason why it is better to take help from your teacher in finding out which information is relevant and which is not. With the completion of data collection, it is time to categorize it and prepare an outline for the presentation. You can easily continue working on the basis of outline drafted and later on club the slides together. The slides should always be sequenced in such a manner that it sounds like a story.

Later on, students should look into minute details like the size and type of font, background color, text color, special effects, and frequency and placement of images.

At RIMT, we certainly provide our students the best technological devices thereby enabling students to use them effectively in routine.

Engineering Courses Making Students Competent to Serve IT Industry

In the present scenario, large numbers of students are heading towards the IT industry. Doubtlessly, this industry is expanding promptly thereby creating more job positions for the students. In addition to better employment opportunities, students are also offered higher pay packages while serving this industry. All these reasons together persuade students to aspire for a successful career in the IT industry.

All the students who wish to become great IT professionals must be aware of the fact that the job is quite challenging. Mostly, IT professionals have to execute programs that can solve problems faced by professionals in other professions. To do justice to their profession, IT professionals have to be sharp minded with a strong knowledgebase.

Students who think can work hard and build something innovative in the world of Information Technology should begin their journey with the choice of right degree program. Generally, it has been seen that most of the students aspiring for a career in IT industry enroll themselves for courses like B.Tech in Computer Science. 

This program is focused on programming skills and mathematical subjects.These days, another program that is gaining popularity amongst students is B.Tech in Information Technology. During this course, students are taught subjects like Physics, Information Systems, Mathematics and Programming.

It is true that both these courses make students eligible to work in the IT industry but their areas of focus vary. Thus, students must always check out the course content for both the courses before getting themselves enrolled. Also, if a student is interested in particularly one area, then he should opt for the course that prepares him for the job in a better manner.

At RIMT, we offer B.Tech in Computer Science as well as Information Technology. Students should assess their interests and ability before applying for the course. Doing so, you would be able to perform better during later stages.        

Easy Tips to Perform Well in Viva Voce

Today, our education system is experiencing a radical shift from quantity to quality. These days, less emphasis is laid on the grades and more on the knowledge of the students. This is the primary reason behind the inclusion of oral examination in professional courses.  Engineering is one amongst those professional courses in which viva voce is given due importance. So, in order to become a successful engineer, it is essential to perform well during the viva voce, taking place in your college at regular intervals.

Some of the points that might help you to prepare and perform well at the viva voce include:

·         In-depth Knowledge of the Subject

During the oral examination, the invigilators ask questions that test the understanding of the subject. Thus, the key to a successful viva is deep knowledge of the subject matter. Students must go through their text books as well as reference books carefully before appearing for the exam.

·         Guidance from Faculty Members

A teacher is always the best guide and students should not hesitate while seeking their help. Students can ask their teachers about the possible questions that can be asked by the examiner and prepare on the similar lines.

·         Stay Confident

Sometimes, your confidence and the right attitude can help in conquering difficult situations easily. So, when you are appearing for viva voce, be confident and do not show any signs of nervousness in front of the examiner. It definitely helps in forming a good impression on the examiner.

·         Honesty is the Best Policy

We have always been taught that honesty is the best policy and you should follow the same at the time of viva. For instance, if you do not know any answer then tell the examiner directly instead of saying just anything. If you have not read a particular topic then tell the teacher honestly and he might help you by asking questions from other topics.

In a way, viva voce can be considered as a rehearsal for the interviews that you would be facing in the years to come. So, avail this opportunity to the fullest and prepare for these examinations whole-heartedly.

We, at RIMT, help our students in every possible way so that they perform well during the oral examinations. 

Preparing Students for Campus Placement

Campus placement marks the successful completion of an MBA program but students start worrying about it from the first day of their college. In fact, this is one of the key criteria of choosing an MBA institution for a flourishing career. Every student wants to get a job in the best organization and it is only possible when they are prepared to face the interview in the proper manner.

At RIMT, students are trained in various areas so that they can put forward their best shot during interviews. MBA students should possess managerial skills if they wish to get a job easily. To help students in acquiring mastery over these skills, management institutes involve students actively during the organization of events. The involvement of students is useful for making students learn how to improve their personality as a whole. RIMT believes in producing leaders and it is possible only when we inculcate leadership quality in our students. Seminars and workshops are conducted regularly for helping students understand the relevance of all such qualities. Also, students are motivated at the institute to work in large groups and interact with people as much as possible. This helps in building good communication skills and inculcates prowess of group dynamics as well.

Management professionals are required to implement the theories they learn through the entire program into real-life situations of problems solving and team management and that is what perhaps organizations look for in an individual. A good MBA program always makes sure that their students know how to implement the bookish wisdom in real life situations. Management institutions also conduct special sessions during which students are taught how to write an impressive CV. The teachers keep themselves updated about the latest trends in the market and help students at every step.

There are many more ways in which a college can help its students in preparing and performing well at the time of campus placement and you can experience it only after taking admission in the best college.

The students at RIMT have been placed in some of the most reputed organizations of the country. We conduct special lectures for our students so that they perform exceptionally well as and when they face the interview panel.

Practical Curriculum for Preparing Job Ready Engineers

Today, the discipline of engineering lures large numbers of students towards itself. If you are also planning to take up engineering as a career in coming years, then understanding the significance of practical skills is essential.

Most of the students taking up engineering as a course aspire to become highly successful in their respective field. However, becoming a good engineer is not straightforward. An engineer needs to be well versed with both theoretical and practical knowledge. This is the reason why the demand for job ready engineers has increased rapidly in the global market.

These days, to prepare engineering students for job, the curriculum has been changed radically. Most of the institutes include real projects in their curriculum so that students are exposed to real engineering problems faced in different areas.

Another change in curriculum that helps colleges in preparing job ready engineers is practicing theoretical concepts. It is essential for an engineering institute to include well equipped laboratories. These laboratories help students in practicing whatever the teacher has taught in the class.

These days, the concept of internship has also become highly popular. Here, students are sent to companies to experience how engineering projects are handled. Truly, working in such an environment helps students in getting familiarized with methods and strategies used in the real world.

One thing that cannot be forgotten when preparing job ready engineers is the urge of students to experiment. Every engineering student should be keen to experiment such that he gains the maximum amount of practical knowledge.

At RIMT, we understand the tough competition students have to face after stepping out of the college. This is the reason why our curriculum for engineering is practical based so that our students get an edge over others.