Afterschool
February 18, 2021
Choosing a course after SPM is a critical decision for future career prospects. While numerous options exist, not all courses offer the same opportunities. This article identifies ten highly demanded courses across various industries, ensuring stable and promising employment.
There are thousands of courses out there to pick from when it comes to your choices after SPM. However, not all courses are created equal. Some courses are demanded higher than others in various industries. The following is a list of degrees that will guarantee a job after graduation.
1. Engineering
There are various types of engineering out there. Each has its demand and industry. However, skills and knowledge play a vital role.
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2. IT/Computer Science & Data Analysis and Security
The field of computer science and information technology is vast and deep. An individual who dives into this field has to have the skills and equipment to succeed. The specialisations within are many and they range from basic programming to artificial intelligence and machine language and learning.
Check out the 10 skills in demand in 2017 and where to start learning them.
3. Accounting
It is a profession of skills that deals with large numbers and essential aspects of business in various industries. Every industry needs accountants and specialists in areas like taxation, payroll, auditing, investments and more. Discover 10 reasons to study accounting!
Click here to read about The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants or ACCA.
4. Language and Communication
Language and communication programmes cover many areas, such as interpretation, journalism, broadcasting, public relations and business. There are great opportunities in this field.
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5. Telecommunications
Mobile technologies are the future. People now spend the majority of their time on their mobile devices, sending and receiving a massive amount of data through communication towers and satellite communications.
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6. Law
Much like accountants, lawyers are highly demanded in all industries. There are also all sorts of specialities within law, like contract law, business law, real estate law, construction law, industrial relations and various other specialities.
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Click here to read more about Bachelor of Shariah Law (Honours).
7. Sales and Marketing
While many people in sales and marketing may have different degrees and come from various backgrounds, a marketing degree is much more than just dealing with sales and advertising. It is more about assessing customer behaviour and maintaining brand image. It has also evolved to reach the online world. In fact, many countries have recorded massive growth in online marketing and advertising. In 2020, the US anticipates that online marketing will generate 93.5 billion dollars in revenue.
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8. Medicine and Healthcare
Many people still think of studying medicine in terms of social status and association. There is also a sense of respect and prestige in becoming a doctor or a dentist. Additionally, the healthcare industry needs other professions like nursing, lab technicians, patient care and other areas.
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Click here to read more about UTAR Nursing Scholarship (Diploma).
9. Pharmacy
Studying pharmacy allows graduates to work in various related industries. Additionally, hospitals need pharmacists. The field has also expanded to biomedical sciences and biotechnology.
Apply for a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons).
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10. Teaching and Education
The profession of teaching and education, whether it is early education or higher education, is changing, and teachers are always needed in public and private education.
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