#Correspondence Course

[alexis-royce]

Operating in hushed tones over forbidden tomes, The Department of _______ has never been formally acknowledged. And Benthic has certainly not been allowed to offer tutelage. Until now.

Starting June 10th and lasting until the end of August, welcome to a once-a-week Fallen London text RP. Your not-so-humble instructor, The Ex-Disgraced Academic, will be taking on students. Of course it's legal.

Of course you're not in any danger.

[Signups & Info are over here, and open until May 30.]

[andromedasdomain]

Magical Timing

Wednesday

─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ─── ☆Magical Intentions: Divination Wisdom Knowledge Education Traveling Communication Spiritual Enlightenment Courage ─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ─── ☆Crystals: Agate Citrine Aventurine Sodalite Lapis Lazuli Hematite Emerald ─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ─── ☆Herbs: Lavender Rosemary Fern Cherry Licorice Poppy Mugwort Plantain Apple Fennel Chervil

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[thursdaymurderbub]

Silver Screen magazine, September 1941

[sambalpuronlineuniversity]

Choosing the Right Course After 12th: A Bachelor Business Program

Completing Class 12 is a turning point that marks the beginning of one of the most important decisions in a student’s academic journey—choosing the right undergraduate course. At this stage, both students and parents often feel overwhelmed by the wide range of courses after 12th. From traditional academic degrees to career-focused programs, the options are vast.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is one of the most promising choices for students who want a strong foundation in business, management, and leadership.

Why is BBA One of the Best Courses?

In recent years, the best courses after intermediate have included programs that lead directly to employment, offer real-world skills, and allow for diverse career paths. The BBA ticks all these boxes. It equips students with knowledge of business operations, marketing, human resources, and financial management—skills that are relevant across industries.

Unlike other general degrees that may take longer to translate into job opportunities, the BBA prepares students for roles like Business Analyst, Marketing Executive, HR Manager, and even Entrepreneur. Whether you're planning to join a corporate setup or start your own venture, this course gives you the tools to succeed.

Career-Focused Content for Commerce Students

Many students from the commerce stream explore degrees like B.Com, CA, CS, or BMS. The after 12th commerce courses list is often filled with options that are more theoretical or finance-focused. While these programs have their advantages, the BBA stands out because of its practical approach. It combines business theory with real-world application, making it a smarter choice for students who want to enter the workforce with job-ready skills.

While academic programs like BA in English or B.Sc in IT are great for students interested in research or subject mastery, the BBA is tailored for those seeking a professional edge. In the growing pool of best bachelor courses after 12th, the BBA continues to shine due to its adaptability. It’s a versatile degree that opens doors in marketing, sales, operations, banking, consulting, and more.

Also Read: MBA Specializations: A Major Career Move For Reaching Greater Heights

Understanding the Entry Requirements

As you prepare for college applications, it’s important to know the documents required for UG admission. Keep your 10th and 12th mark sheets, transfer and migration certificates, ID proof like Aadhaar or PAN, and passport-sized photographs for the admission.

Before you apply, it helps to be clear on the business degree requirements . Most institutions accept students from any stream—Commerce, Arts, or Science—if they’ve passed Class 12 from a recognised board. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks is usually expected, although the exact percentage may vary from college to college. Some institutes may conduct entrance tests or interviews, while many online programs do not require them.

When applying for a BBA, students often ask about the business administration degree requirements. These are usually straightforward. You should have completed your higher secondary education (10+2) and have basic proficiency in English. Prior knowledge of business studies is helpful but not mandatory. What matters most is your interest in the subject and your willingness to develop analytical and communication skills.

Final Thoughts

Choosing the right path after 12th is more than just picking a course—it’s about building the foundation for your future. While there are many courses after intermediate to consider, the BBA stands out for its practical orientation, broad career scope, and professional value.

Whether taken as a full-time program or through online courses after intermediate, it offers a well-rounded education that prepares students to thrive in today’s competitive world. With the BBA, you're not just earning a degree—you're stepping into the world of business with confidence.

Explore your interests, understand your goals, and don’t hesitate to choose a path that aligns with your aspirations.

[sohannabarberaesque]

Not quite how The Banana Splits managed to develop their unique musical talents:

[digitalblogs]

इग्नू (IGNOU) में व्याप्त अनियमिततायें

इग्नू (Indira Gandhi National Open University) दूरस्थ शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में एक प्रतिष्ठित विश्विद्यालय है। लेकिन हाल के महीनों में इग्नू की सेवा गुणवत्ता में काफी गिरावट देखने को मिला है। इग्नू में ऑनलाइन नामांकन में दी जाने वाली सुविधाओं के नाम पर ऑफलाइन की तुलना में अधिक शुल्क लिया जाता है।

इग्नू में ऑनलाइन नामांकन शुल्क लिया जाता है ODL (Open Distance Learning) में प्रिंटेड स्टडी मैटेरियल किताबें आदि के माध्यम से अध्ययन करने के लिए लेकिन नामांकन हो जाने के बाद भी छात्रों को प्रिंटेड स्टडी मैटेरियल किताबें आदि समय पर नहीं दिया जाता है।

इग्नू इस बात की घोषणा करते रहते हैं कि उनका विश्विद्यालय पहले आओ पहले पाओ की नीति पर छात्रों को नामांकन सुविधाएं उपलब्ध करवाते हैं। यद्यपि सत्र की शुरुआत जुलाई के पहले सप्ताह से शुरू हो चुकी रहती है लेकिन नामांकित छात्रों को प्रिंटेड स्टडी मैटेरियल किताबें आदि नहीं दिया जाता है और उनसे कहा जाता है कि वेबसाइट पर उपलब्ध अपने कोर्स की डिजिटल किताबों का अध्ययन करने के लिए।

ऑनलाइन और ऑफलाइन पढ़ाई के शुल्क में काफी अंतर है। जुलाई 2023 का स्टडी मैटेरियल स्टेटस अधूरा और समझ से परे है। हालांकि इग्नू अपने वेबसाईट पर इस बात की घोषणा करते हैं कि वह छात्रों के फोन/ईमेल का जवाब दिया करते हैं। संयोग से प्रिंटेड किताबों के लिए छात्र से यदि इग्नू की बात कभी हो भी जाती है तो उन्हें कुछ दिन इंतजार करने के लिए कहा जाता है और इस तरह से एक डेढ़ माह बीत चुके रहते हैं। जून से अगस्त बीत जाता है लेकिन इग्नू अधिकारी छात्रों को प्रिंटेड स्टडी मैटेरियल किताबें आदि उपलब्ध नहीं करवा पाते हैं।

इस तरह से इग्नू की झूठ बोलने की आदत भारत जैसे विकासशील देश में आर्थिक और शारीरिक रूप से कमजोर छात्रों के लिए सरासर गलत है जो इंटरनेट से पठन सामग्री डाउनलोड/प्रिंट लेने में सक्षम नहीं हैं। इसके अलावा भारत में इंटरनेट की खराब गुणवत्ता और उसके दुष्प्रभावों से सभी वाकिफ हैं।

इग्नू में फोन कॉल या ईमेल का जवाब पाना सबसे दुरूह काम है। छात्र काफी देर तक इंतजार करते हैं कि कोई व्यक्ति उनका फोन/ईमेल का जवाब देंगे लेकिन ऐसा नहीं होता है और यदि कभी गलती से इग्नू अधिकारी फोन पर बात करते हैं तो वह छात्रों को झूठे आश्वासन देने वाले अधिकारियों में शुमार होने लगते हैं।

अंततः कई छात्र निराश होकर अपना नामांकन रद्द करवा ले��े हैं। लेकिन उसके बावजूद भी उनका आवेदन/नामांकन/पाठ्यक्रम शुल्क लौटाने में बहुत विलंब किया जाता है। पाठ्यक्रम शुल्क लौटाने के संदर्भ में किसी भी फोन/ईमेल का जवाब नहीं दिया जाता है।

इग्नू एक झूठ का पुलिंदा बन चुका है जहां छात्रों को झूठे आश्वासनों और इग्नू विवरणिका में शामिल फोन नंबरों/ईमेल पतों के माध्यम से इग्नू को अत्याधुनिक सुविधाओं से युक्त संस्थान बताया जाता है। इग्नू में छात्रों का आर्थिक शोषण कर बेकार के फोन/ईमेल में छात्रों का समय बर्बाद किया जाता है।

अतः सरकार को चाहिए कि इग्नू के ��राब प्रदर्शन में सुधार करे ताकि इसके गठन के उद्देश्यों की पूर्ति हो सके। धन्यवाद!

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[nonipunssif]

Yeah, more AU/fanfic drawings

Man I'm already liking drawing them-

Hallucination Steve reference :D! (The silly Who Torments Bill in Dreams)

He has some differences from normal Steve such as:

Its limbs are a little darker blue (like his arms and legs).

Her hat is black with pink/purple.

He has the wound from Ford's gun that he got during the weirdmagedon, but he hides it with his shirt.

Its eye is always small, as well as a darker shade of blue.

It's simply Bill's conscience tormenting him to push away everyone who loves him...

I plan to make it better a type of AU(?) idk, I am enjoying developing it beyond a simple One-short 🕴️

Bonus:

Creator of the idea: @meraki-sunset (also creator of the AU "Steve was there")

[vaguely-concerned]

bunter keeping peter from being swallowed up by an evil bog with the kind of hysterical strength otherwise only known by mothers deadlifting cars to save their tender babes is something that can actually be so personal

[kismetconstellations]

@sockdooe, This is the full original image:

According to the Tumblr post I originally snagged it from, it's an early piece of promotional artwork, meant to depict Keith as the series's central character. Shiro is shoved into the background, presumably to illustrate that he was intended to fulfill a Doomed Mentor role.

[immediatebreakfast]

There are no wolves in England.

Modernity, and its need for land killed their home, and in consequence killed them too.

The people of Transylvania live with their legends at their front door, covering their necks with rosaries, and prayers. Closing windows, and hanging flowers. Less another life gets taken by that Evil Being whose eyes now point beyond their borders. A young english man was the last victim, who knows if his visage now walks in those forests, waiting for an unsuspecting traveler like he was.

There was something Inhuman aboard on the Demeter. It killed the crew, and pushed the captain to the edge of humanity, yet he held his head high, and made himself deserving of honor among the sailors of Whitby in death. All proud of the captain who completed his duty to the end.

"It almost seems as though the captain had been seized with some kind of mania before he had got well into blue water, and that this had developed persistently throughout the voyage."

A huge, unknown dog jumps from the tragedy of the Demeter, and hides in the shadows. Because it couldn't be anything else than a dog, there are no wild canines in England.

The log of the captain doesn't mention a dog. However, it is weirdly filled with superstitions.

Something, a horrible unknown beast is killing the poor dogs. We must do something! What if it gets the poor dog that left the Demeter in such a hurry, it might get hurt!

Even the oldest people in Whitby laugh at their legends. Only constructed to bring in tourists who are curious about them.

They could be true! Says an old sailor, but we don't need those anymore. There is no need to put rosaries on our necks, nor lock our doors.

After all there are no wolves in England.

[corsairspade]

Halenthir scenario where they get married for tax benefits (in a platonic good friends sort of way) and fall in love long distance via sending each other letters with ideas on how to best leverage their marriage for tax evasion.

[sambalpuronlineuniversity]

Job After M. Com: Exploring Exciting Career Options

Hey there, future financial wizards! If you're wrapping up your M. Com (Master of Commerce) or thinking about diving into this advanced degree, you're probably wondering about the next steps. What kind of job after M. Com can you expect? No worries, we've got you covered. Let's explore the amazing career options after M. Com that are waiting for you!

Career Option and their Average Annual Salary

Accountant - ₹2,63,711

Financial Analyst - ₹5,50,115

Banker - ₹2,76,597

Tax Consultant - ₹3,40,240

Teaching and Research - ₹3,24,646

Investment Banker - ₹5,37,339  

Human Resource Manager - ₹4,23,777

Entrepreneurship - ₹3,29,783

Government Executive - ₹2,35,419

Career Options

Accountant

Average annual salary: ₹2,63,711

One of the most rewarding career options after MCom is becoming an Accountant. Accountants are in high demand across various industries for their expertise in auditing, taxation, and financial management. If you're someone who loves diving into numbers and financial strategies, this path could be perfect for you.

Financial Analyst

Average annual salary: ₹5,50,115

Do you have a knack for analysing data and predicting financial trends? A career as a Financial Analyst could be right up your alley. After M. Com, job opportunities in financial analysis are abundant. You'll be helping businesses make informed decisions about investments, budgets, and financial planning.

Banker

Average annual salary: ₹2,76,597

The banking industry is always on the lookout for M. Com graduates. From becoming a Probationary Officer to a Loan Manager, the job opportunities after M. Com in the banking sector are diverse and plentiful. Plus, a stable and secure career in banking is something many graduates aim for.

Tax Consultant

Average annual salary: ₹3,40,240

Love the idea of helping people and businesses navigate the tricky world of taxes? Becoming a Tax Consultant might be one of the ideal M. Com career options for you. You'll be advising clients on tax planning, compliance, and savings, making you an invaluable asset during tax season.

Teaching and Research

Average annual salary: ₹3,24,646

If you have a passion for academia, consider a career in teaching or research. Many universities and colleges look for M. Com graduates to teach commerce subjects. Additionally, you can contribute to the field by conducting research and publishing your findings.

Investment Banker

Average annual salary: ₹5,37,339

High stakes and high rewards – that's what a career in investment banking promises. After M. Com, job opportunities in this field involve advising clients on mergers, acquisitions, and raising capital. It's a fast-paced and dynamic career path that offers lucrative financial benefits.

Human Resource Manager

Average annual salary: ₹4,23,777

Surprised to see HR on this list? Well, M. Com graduates are increasingly being sought after for HR roles due to their strong understanding of business operations and financials. As an HR Manager, you’ll be involved in recruiting, training, and managing employee relations, making it a versatile career option.

Entrepreneurship

Average annual salary: ₹3,29,783

Have a great business idea? With an M. Com degree, you have the financial acumen to turn that idea into a thriving business. Entrepreneurship allows you to be your own boss and create job opportunities for others. It’s challenging but incredibly rewarding.

Government Executive

Average annual salary: ₹2,35,419

Don't overlook the stability and benefits that come with government jobs. Various public sector undertakings and government departments recruit M. Com graduates for roles in finance, accounts, and administration. It's a solid career option after M.Com if you're looking for job security.

Wrapping Up

So, there you have it – a sneak peek into the diverse and exciting career options after M.Com. Whether you’re into crunching numbers, advising businesses, or even starting your own venture, the job opportunities after M. Com are vast and varied. Remember, the key is to find something you’re passionate about and go after it with all you’ve got.

Sambalpur University offers an M.Com program that prepares you for these exciting career paths, equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. But hey, no hard sell here – just know that the possibilities are endless, and your future is bright.

Good luck, future M. Com grads! Your journey is just beginning, and the world is full of opportunities waiting for you.

[archduchessofnowhere]

I bring you not very good news: Nancy Goldstone wrote a double biography on Elisabeth and Empress Eugenie, to be published on February 6 of next year.

After reading @vivelareine's review of Goldstone's book on Marie Antoinette I simply do not trust this author is a good researcher, and while I won't judge this book until it's out, I can't help but being very wary already. The synopsis alone doesn't give me much hope:

From the acclaimed author of In the Shadow of the Empress comes the thrilling chronicle of two of the most influential and glamorous women in nineteenth-century Europe—Elisabeth, empress of Austria, and Eugénie, empress of France—and their efforts to rule amid the scandal, intrigue, tragedy, and violence of their era.

When they married Emperors Franz Joseph and Napoleon III, respectively, Elisabeth of Austria and Eugénie of France became two of the most famous women on the planet. Not only were they both young and beautiful—becoming cultural and fashion icons of their time—but they played a pivotal role in ruling their realms during a tempestuous era characterized by unprecedented political and technological change.

Fearless, adventurous, and independent, Elisabeth and Eugénie represented a new kind of empress—one who rebelled against tradition and anticipated and embraced modern values. Yet both women endured hardship in their private and public lives. Elisabeth was plagued by a mother-in-law who snatched her infant children away and undermined her authority at court. Eugénie’s husband was an infamous philanderer who could not match the military prowess of his namesake. Between them, Elisabeth and Eugénie were personally involved in every major international confrontation in their turbulent century, which witnessed thrilling technological advances, as well as revolutions, assassinations, and wars.

With her characteristic in-depth research and jump-off-the-page writing, Nancy Goldstone brings to life these two remarkable women, as Europe goes through the convulsions that led up to the international landscape we recognize today.

You see, I don't think it's crazy to pair up Elisabeth and Eugenie in a biography if your focus is going to be their queenship. Because they were very different as empresses, and I'd love a comparative study on why and how was that possible. Yet the synopsis is implying they were similar? How was Elisabeth personally involved in every major international confrontation? She was only personally involved in the Compromise, every other event she only reacted to (if even). Meanwhile Eugenie actively tried to participate in the politics of France and influence her husband (successfully in many cases, I believe).

The "domineering mother-in-law" part also worries me. Unsere liebe Sisi's been out since 2008, there's no excuse to not give Sophie a more nuanced portrayal.

But well, authors usually don't write the synopsis of their books, so I won't read more into it than what I've done already. I truly hope this biography isn't terrible because we don't need to add one more book to the already giant pile of books about Elisabeth that are filled with myths and misinformation.

[songsofbloodandwater]

So... I was checking out this "Astro-Herbalism mini-course". And I have thoughts. But not because of astrology, or it's intersection with herbalism. Because of the need that some people have on interpreting every single cultural framework as one singular all-encompassing thing. It's nonsense. And it bothers me because It turns your interpretation of literally anything into nonsense.

I think it's something people unconsciously learn to expect when interacting with religion or spirituality first because of cultural christianity, in the west. Particularly through the way most people are exposed to the bible. Uncritical. Most people take for unshakeable truth that the bible is one sacred text, passed down to humanity by God himself, and that it is perfect. No corrections, no biases, no nothing. It's one system, one perfect system. And that's plain wrong. There's multiple authors to the different texts of the bible that come from entirely different sociohistorical contexts, with entirely different rhetorical goals to their writing, and thus the interpretation of the text requires understanding that past sociohistorical context as best as is possible for us in the present. Which is why bible scholars exist. It's not one unified voice throughout and it is not one system. It's man-made literature, part of human culture, and it's subject to human flaws. If you don't take that into account when you're reading the bible, your interpretation of the texts isn't so much a reading of the text as it is an imposition of your own modern ideas into a text that never had anything to do with any of them in the first place.

Then, when they approach other cultures, other kinds of cultural knowledge, separate and different from christianity, they approach it with the same underlying culturally christian idea as their foundation of how to interpret other sacred texts. "This is sacred knowledge gifted to us by God (or the Gods) and it must be perfect, and unified in it's interpretation." And that, again, is bullshit. There is no reason under the vast Heavens why the cultural interpretations and systems of "East and West" or "North and South" must both be part of some "universal plan of God/s" bigger than humans' own minds and thoughts. That's cultural christianity. And even imperialistic thought. Must consume, must absorbe anything different into our own system type of imperialistic.

Trying to bring two systems together to complement each other, practicing them side by side, because you may find they give different answers to your different needs, I understand. But that is very different to what's happening here.

Saying that "jing, qi and shen" equals or corresponds to the "fixed, mutable and cardinal" modes of astrology? That's just doing both systems a disservice. If you interpret the western modes of astrology, or any concept from western astrology, through taoism, you're misunderstanding them. If you interpret any taoist concept through western astrological terms, you're misunderstanding them. You're imposing western ideas into a taoist concept and viceversa. In the end, you did not manage to convey to your audience what the astrological modes are, nor what the three treasures of taoism are, because both were grossly misrepresented in an attempt to force-unify them under one single system.

It's not all the same. And it doesn't have to be. Let cultural practices have differences, historically they have always had them, and they should continue to have them if we want to represent them faithfully and respectfully. Let people find medicine in their own ways, let them see the wide diversity of practices, beliefs and traditions, and choose what heals them based on their own particular needs and history. Diversity of practices and ideas is a good thing. Differences are a good thing. You don't need a single overarching theory, in fact, you can't have a single "theory of everything" for cultural phenomena without disrespecting the source cultural material.

[dovalore]

new clothes for the new year!