GANDHI INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY, ODISHA, GUNUPUR

Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

Overview

The MCA program seeks to prepare participants for high level careers in the ever expanding field of Computer Applications. It comprises a comprehensive and integrated sequence of courses aiming to develop knowledge and skills in all areas of Computer Applications. Realizing the importance of multinational companies eyeing India as the bastion for software production, the Department objective is to train the students in both theory and practice on one side and in software and hardware development on the other side, so that they become competent software and hardware professionals. It believes in academic excellence through value based education, which is conducive to boost the inherent capabilities and confidence of the students to take up the challenges of the rapidly changing world. The department has organized various workshops in collaboration with the industry to keep abreast with the latest updates and conducted lecture series by eminent personalities from the industry and academia. Every year to enlighten and explore every mind technically, a National Level Technical Symposium Convivial is being organized by our Students on a yearly basis.

Programme Educational Objectives

  • To prepare graduates with a strong foundation in Computer Science and Applications in order to build successful careers.
  • To equip students with analytical, design, development and soft skill.
  • To empower students in finding innovative solutions to the real world problems in collaboration with industry and professional societies.
  • To inculcate entrepreneurship, managerial skills and team work in our students for the betterment of individual and society at large.
  • To produce graduates who are ethical, socially responsible and lifelong learners.

Required Skillset

Only educational requirement is not enough for a student to pursue this course. They need to possess certain key skills that would distinguish them from the rest.

  • Good programming skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of basic web development
  • Critical thinking & analytical skills
  • Basics of security, vulnerabilities and cryptography
  • Basics of Machine Learning
  • Strong data structures and algorithms skills
  • Fast-learning skills

Career Alternatives for Master in Computer Application

The employment opportunities have definitely on the rise with the introduction of MCA courses across top Universities. Students after passing out MCA course get good opportunities to join some of the top brands and corporate houses across multiple industries such as IT/software companies, sales and marketing companies, academic institutions, journalism, content industry, etc.

Job Profile Role
System Database Administrator System Database Administrator typically oversees the security, performance, and integrity of the database. This also includes planning the structure and troubleshooting issues.
Computer Programmer Computer programmers create the code for software applications and operating systems. The code created helps computer applications on computer run.
Software Developer The role of software developers is to develop applications that enable people to perform specific tasks on a computer or another device.
Software Engineer Software engineer designs, develop, maintain, test, and evaluate computer software.
Computer Operator The role of a computer operator is to maintain a logbook, check viruses, upgrade software and carrying out basic etc.
Research Analyst Research analysts conduct surveys, document data, collect information via the internet and conduct research.

 

Top Recruiters of Master in Computer Application:

  • TCS Consultancy
  • Deloitte
  • Google
  • Cognizant
  • Wipro
  • Microsoft
  • Infosys Technologies
  • IBM Global Services
  • Accenture Services
  • Facebook
  • Hewlett and Packard
  • HCL Technologies
  • Paytm
  • Sun microsystems
  • Cisco
  • MCA Intake
    Master of Computer Applications 120

Eligibility

  • The eligibility criteria for MCA is a 50% aggregate & Above in Graduation (Sc/Arts/Commerce).The student needs a 50% aggregate In Maths / Statistics / Comp. Sc./ Comp.Prog./ Comp.Applic. / Business Maths / Business Stats.(Either At 10 + 2 or Degree Level)to be considered eligible for MCA.

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