Tag: education
-
College Majors 101: Education – A Deep Dive
A few years ago, at our annual gathering for parents, I asked guests to vote on the major they were most interested in learning about. The winner? Education. In my past consultations, many parents have told me they see education as a promising career for their child— after all, teaching is a respected profession that…
-
College Majors 101: Economics as a Major, Beyond Money, Markets, and Misconceptions
Many students assume economics and business studies are interchangeable because both involve money. When competitive programs like accounting or finance feel out of reach, some pivot to economics, viewing it as a broader, easier alternative. But this misconception overlooks fundamental differences between the disciplines—differences that shape both academic experiences and career trajectories. Economics vs. Finance:…
-
UK vs. US universities? Three Things You Should Know Before Applying
British-trained professionals often lampoon the US universities as being too generalist and liberal arts driven, while American scholars remain skeptical about the academic rigor of a UK degree. Despite being American-trained myself, I’ll try my best to be objective and make a rough comparison on the educational approach of the two countries’ universities. Generalist v.…
-
What is Career Development?
“It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome. That’s what defines your career.” ~Carlton Fisk (Major League Baseball player) Though career development is a familiar concept, it could be hard to define without giving some time to think about it. One of the best definition that I’ve come across so far is from Dawn…
-
Navigating the Path to Success: A Guide to College Transfer Applications in the US
Over the past few years, I’ve counseled many students on transferring colleges. Most of them are dissatisfied with their current school and want to explore the possibility of transferring to a more suitable university. When it comes to transferring colleges in the United States, many parents have numerous questions and might wonder about its difficulty.…
-
What’s the difference between attending an arts college and being a fine arts major in a research university?
During a Q&A session with parents, one father was concerned about his daughter’s interest to pursue pop music. While he had misgivings about her music career, this also raised a broader question: many students who want to study art in college simply don’t know where to begin. Should they go in for an “art school”…
Samidha Education Co., Ltd. 