LEC052019Devikiran. Job opportunities after MA English

                English is considered as one of the most prominent languages in the world. Today, English has acquired the status of an International language that contribute a higher position in the social hierarchy, to its users. All leading universities in the world offer a Masters in English language course to students. People often think that teaching is the only option after this MA, but contradicting the conventional norm, career prospects in this field are widespread across the world, and is more than any other degree can offer. Job where your degree would be useful include Academic librarian, Advertising copy writer, Art’s administrator, Education consultant, Information officer, Learning mentor, Marketing executive, Media researcher, Primary school teacher, Private tutor, Public relations officer, Records manager, social media manager, journalist, editor, copywriting, creative writing, technical writing etc

            As the Non- Governmental Organization (NGO)s are ever increasing, the need for volunteers in these organizations is in demand. An English graduate with the passion to serve the society can work to make changes in the society through these NGOs.  Content writing is another job in demand. Content writers are involved in writing the content of various websites, blogs, and digital marketing campaigns. There are a lot of digital marketing agencies where you can get a job, in different sectors.

            Translation is another major area of opportunities. Along with English, if one is fluent in a regional vernacular language, then he or she may get a job with a publishing house. Many industries around the world are in hunt for eloquent English speakers. Corporate companies appoint an executive who possess good articulating and writing skills to be part in press release, conferences and to publish articles. In the present scenario English language has a dominant role in entire industries and properly allows people to advance in the professional world which helps to make progress in life personally as well.  Freelance writing is another job, although this is not a full-time job and you have to work from home in at least some cases.

            Journalism is another field that an M.A. English student can opt. An English post graduate is a perfect fit in this field, since the career in journalism requires the aspirants to be aware of their surroundings, who possess excellent communication skills. Being a blogger is very good field for an MA English degree holder. As a professional blogger, you can compose your own blog or for some organizations or ideological groups. You can also get to work as a tutor, as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) or in the role of an Instructional Designer. Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) is a novel and out of the box career option that not many people consider, but can prove to be very rewarding. It gives you the option to visit and stay in many countries as part of the job, too.

             Pursuing MA in English literature can actually give an edge to those looking for fortuity in the creative field. A degree in this not only offers plentiful career opportunities but also grant scope across a variety of industries. The only step that should be necessarily taken is to break the preconceived notions of confining the job opportunities in this field to academics. Hence, English is one of the best options that provides one with highly creative yet diverse career.