Post-grad at CMU, Pittsburgh for engineer from
Bangalore
Master in Information System Management (MISM) is a branch of study which deals with the management of Information Systems of organisations. This is a popular course among students, since there is a rising need for individuals with precise knowledge on managing and maintaining information systems. This course would include topics like information systems modelling, databases, computer networks, to name a few.
Master in Information System Management (MISM) is a branch of study which deals with the management of Information Systems of organisations. This is a popular course among students, since there is a rising need for individuals with precise knowledge on managing and maintaining information systems. This course would include topics like information systems modelling, databases, computer networks, to name a few.
Many universities abroad are
sought-after for being pioneers in offering this course and it is certainly one
of the few most opted choices of Indian students when they choose to go for
Masters abroad. We had a chat with one such student, Ragav Ramakrishna from
Bangalore, who plans to pursue the MISM course in Carnegie Mellon University,
Pittsburgh. Let us look at what he had to say.
a. Tell us something about your current
university and why you choose to attend it?
Carnegie Mellon University, situated in
Pittsburgh, is a world-renowned university and has been a pioneer in the
research field for long. The university profile as a whole, is top notch and it
consistently hits the top 10 in most of the ranking charts, which clearly
insinuates that it is one of the very best. There were many factors which
prompted me to choose CMU over other universities like NYU, UPenn, VTech, Univ
of Washington Seattle. The choice of subjects they provide, the reputation that
comes along with CMU, the freedom they offer to their students and their
inter-disciplinary activities, combined with hectic course work would give me
an opportunity to learn both my major subjects and others that are of interest
to me. There are also many esteemed professors conducting research on a wide
spectrum of topics and there is little doubt that the faculty profile is the
very best.
b. How was your overall experience during the
admission process from India to US?
I was extremely nervous at
first. The process seemed radically different from that in India. Ms Binita Parekh,
head of Beyond Boundaries Education Consulting, explained the entire process in
a very detailed manner, and I was convinced that with her guidance, the
admission process would be very smooth. She gave me profound instructions which
were instrumental in helping me apply to a large number of universities and
secure admissions in prestigious ones. The visa process also went on very well,
by following her meticulous planning and guidance.
c. Give us a brief idea about your background.
I am 21 year old Computer
Science and Engineering graduate from Bangalore. I pursued my engineering from
CMR Institute of Technology, Bangalore, affiliated to Visvesvaraya
Technological University. I secured 82% in my engineering and also held a few
leadership roles in college and I also have two publications under my belt.
d. What course/programme are you currently
pursuing and what motivated you to get into it?
At CMU, I will be pursuing
Master Of Information Systems Management course popularly abbreviated as MIS or
MISM. I want to specialize in ‘IT strategy and Management' within the MISM
umbrella. The data burst that is happening today is exponential and data is
becoming an integral part of our life. A lot of promising and emerging fields
of computer science have their roots embedded in data. So, I think information
systems will open up a gazillion opportunities for me to work and explore.
e. What are your future plans after the
programme?
Post MS, I would like to kick-start my career,
preferably as a Consultant or Strategic Associate. Later on, I aspire to head a
company which can help develop and support entrepreneurs who want to make a
larger impact in the society. I feel that by supporting them I would have
indirectly made an impact in the society.