LEC052024. Jesly Sebastian. "Essay on Job Opportunities after MA (English)"

   English as a language has a broad scope in today's globalised world. A sizable amount of people today knows and uses English. It is a fact that the majority of them are non-native speakers of the language. The career options of a postgraduate in English is diverse. Even though teaching is the first option that comes as a career option for a postgraduate in English; it is not the only option available.

 Teaching in general and of languages specifically, is a continuously evolving area. The pandemic covid-19 has increased the scope of online teaching and learning in today's world. Online-teaching has become a booming career option for postgraduates. A postgraduate can also work as a subject matter expert or an instructional designer in the flourishing e-learning companies. Earning post-graduation in English often gives the students command over the language both in written and communicative aspects. These are essential skills many employers look for in candidates.

Those who ace at communication can seek professions in public relations; which require good communication and conversation skills. Social service organisations and NGOs look for candidates who are good at communicating and volunteering to help the underprivileged. Working in the social service sector is another option for a postgraduate.

Postgraduates interested in writing can opt for careers in publication industries as creative writers, technical writers and content writers. The career options of being an editor of a magazine or newspaper also can be opted. Those individuals who are good in a regional vernacular along with English can seek a career in translation. They can work in publishing houses. Many e-learning companies also look for candidates for this post. Careers in journalism is another option available for a master degree holder in English. One can work as a reporter, sub-editor, copy editor, online reporter and even as a news anchor with their ability to use the language effectively.