course. But I have a few doubts. Is there is any scope for GIS graduates with M.Sc (physics) background? If yes where? Is there any opportunity for me (other than education field) to pursue my career based on my current M.Sc (physics) degree? Bhavani Shankar
Job opportunities in the field of Geoinformatics is plenty. Many public and private companies employ GIS
graduates at various levels. Public sector organisations like ISRO, NRSA, National Informatics Centre (NIC) and other governmental departments like urban developmental authorities and municipal bodies employ GIS trained personnel. However, the percentage of jobs in private companies is higher than in the government departments. One can also pursue research in the field as a number of research companies use the technology in different areas. The different GIS job levels are: GIS digitisers/GIS operators: This is an entry-level job where the conversion of paper map into digital environment takes place using CAD related software. The minimum eligibility is diploma in any discipline with basic knowledge of CAD/GIS.Prior experience is not required in many cases. GIS technicians/GIS engineers: The candidate should have a fair amount of working knowledge in any GIS software and good mapping knowledge with one to two years of experience. GIS analysts:These professionals should have a basic knowledge of mapping and good skills in GIS applications and software with a few years of experience.Their duty is to examine the company’s project specifications and development of new GIS tools, wherever necessary. A fair share of GIS programming skills is an advantage. Business development managers: The candidate should have a minimum of two to five years of experience with good knowledge about GIS business activities.He should have worked in domestic and international market with proven abilities and an excellent track record. GIS project manager: The candidate should have a minimum of five years of experience in GIS project management,database design and development, GIS application development and familiarity with current versions of GIS products. He should have a good GIS background and high qualifications. Consultant:A consultant’s primary duties are the complete analysis, design and documentation of a project. He has to work closely with business development/sales and project managers in drafting responses to RFP/tenders and preparing project proposals. The scene in India for GIS is bright and also augurs well for the future. As per a latest report, the growth of GIS market in India was Rs 79 crores in the year 1999-’2000.The exports from India are expected to reach US$ 150 million by year 2005.Also the increasing job opportunities in public and private sectors gives hope for the development of GIS usage in the country. Here’s the list of some companies in Bangalore: www.webindia.com/theovel:Theovel Surveys, Bangalore
www.tide-india.org: They have helped in setting up a GIS
centre for Bangalore Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (BMRDA). Genesys: GIS
service provider, based in Bangalore and Mumbai. They are also into photogrammetry,remote sensing,software development and CAD conversion.Tata Infotech Limited
Magnasoft: Provider of AM
/FM/GIS and RS services since 1994 catering to reputed clients both in India and North America,Magnasoft is located in Bangalore.Caddrite Global: Geographic Information System/CAD Conversion/ E-Books/ Facility Information System and GPS sales.
Useful weblinks:
1. www.members.rediff.com/gisindia/company.htm
2. www.webindia.com/theovel
3. www.gislounge.com/library/career.shtml
4. www.careers.geocomm.com/detail.phtml?type=2&id=10445
5. www.earthworks-jobs.com/rescas.htm
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