Don't Just Choose a Career. Build Your Future.
Choosing a career is one of the most important journeys you will undertake. It’s not about just picking a course from a list; it’s about understanding yourself, exploring the possibilities, and building a life of purpose and fulfillment. The traditional approach to career guidance is often passive. At Rosemounts, we’ve created an active roadmap for your success. This Playbook is your guide to a process that is informed, evidence-based, and focused on giving you a real-world competitive edge.
The New Landscape: Understanding the NEP 2020
The Indian education system is transforming with the National Education Policy (NEP 2020). As you plan your future, it’s essential to understand these changes, designed to offer more flexibility and a holistic approach.
- The Four-Year Undergraduate Program (FYUP): Many universities are moving to a 4-year degree structure. This aligns Indian degrees with global standards and introduces a stronger focus on research in the final year.
- Multiple Entry/Exit Points: The FYUP is flexible. Students can exit after 1 year (Certificate), 2 years (Diploma), 3 years (Bachelor's Degree), or 4 years (Honours/Research Degree).
- Multidisciplinary Learning (Majors and Minors): The NEP breaks down rigid silos. You can now Major in your specialization (e.g., Physics) and Minor in a secondary area (e.g., Economics or Design), building a versatile profile.
A Partnership in Building the Future: A Note to Parents
As parents, you play a pivotal role in your child’s journey. However, the world of work today is vastly different from previous generations. Your role is shifting from being a director to a partner and coach.
- Prioritize "Fit" Over Prestige: The most fulfilling career aligns with a student's aptitude and interests, not just conventional respectability.
- Embrace New-Age Careers: Fields like UX/UI Design, Data Science, or ESG Consulting are high-growth industries. Be open to learning about these fields alongside your child.
- Focus on Skills, Not Just Degrees: The modern workplace values communication, critical thinking, and adaptability. Encourage internships and hands-on projects.
- Understand the Wellbeing Snapshots: We have included "Wellbeing & Lifestyle Snapshots" for each career. Discuss these openly, recognizing that work-life balance is crucial for long-term success.
The Rosemounts Way
Step 1: Evidence-Based Discovery (Know Yourself)
A fulfilling career is built on a foundation of self-awareness. Instead of guessing, we start with evidence. Our proprietary career assessments help you look inward to uncover your unique combination of interests, personality traits, and natural aptitudes. This data-driven first step provides a powerful, personalized lens through which to view your options.
→ Turn to Part III to learn about the Rosemounts Assessments and begin your discovery.
Step 2: Informed Exploration (Know Your Options)
With a deeper understanding of yourself, you are ready to explore the vast world of careers. This Playbook is your comprehensive map. We have organized hundreds of professions into five intuitive “Career Clusters” to help you see the connections between different fields. Dive into these chapters to explore everything from specific degree pathways and top colleges to the exciting jobs of tomorrow.
→ Your exploration begins in Part II. Find the clusters that align with your assessment results.
Step 3: Real-World Experience (Build Your Story)
Knowledge is powerful, but experience is what sets you apart. We bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world by helping you build a professional portfolio before you even get to college. Our framework encourages hands-on projects and offers exclusive access to internship programs designed to build critical skills.
→ Learn how to gain a competitive edge with our in-person and online internships in Part III.
Your journey begins now. Let's build your future, together.