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PROGRAM DETAILS - MA ECONOMICS

 

OVERVIEW

One of the greatest challenges of the Indian education system is to match its academic curriculum with industry requirements, In terms of knowledge, proficiency, rigor, and skillset. On one hand, there is a need to fill the gap between curriculum at bachelor and master degree levels. On the other, the void that even after master degree a student does not feel well-equipped to take up real challenges head-on. This is because the practical approaches and market applications are grossly missing in the curriculum, resulting in the demand-supply gap in the job market and weaker career opportunities for the youth. The field of Economics is as much an art as well as science, it deals with people, processes, and pragmatism; it also responds to the changing needs that the times offer. Time demands a change in attitudes, temperaments, perceptions, and the way we conduct our learning and teaching of economies. To contribute favourably to the national and international development needs, and enormous structural changes happening around, endeavour needs to be made to meet and match the academic and industry demands. Thus, the course in the MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) in Economics has been designed to equip students with the knowledge of economic theory and its application, present context. Apart from equipping students with the knowledge of economics, it provides techniques of data analysis and logical thinking.

 

It is a semester-based post-graduation program with a total of four semesters spanning two years. Economics is a blend of ‘core economic theory' and 'econometrics', powered by effective ‘analytical technique to be used in specific settings. It is a systematic synthesis of keen observations, theoretical appraisal of problems, and the development of statistical methods. The system of pedagogy entails tools like - econometrics, statistics, data analysis, simulations, case studies, historical analogy, vernacular aids, field study, and community-based research. The program takes several software packages and data sources to make education apt and efficient.

OBJECTIVE OF THE PROGRAM

  • The purpose of the master's degree program in economics is to provide a strong foundation in the theoretical and empirical approaches in economics.
  • To provide a sound understanding of the fundamental tools of economic analysis which can be employed to undertake a rigorous study of economic issues and economic policies.
  • To inculcate in students strong applied skills to enhance their employability.
  • To analyse real-world economic issues practically and comprehensively.
  • To equip the students with the ability to follow and develop economic arguments and to supplement existing evidences with additional research.
  • To prepare students for advanced research work and enable them to become professional economists for the government, PSU’s, Private and corporate organizations.

PROGRAMME OUTCOME

By the end of the programme students will be able to demonstrate competencies in the following:

 

  • Disciplinary Knowledge
  • Critical Thinking
  • Quantitative & Analytical skills
  • Policy Analysis
  • Research Skills in a wide variety of domains
  • Ethical & Social responsibility
  • Environmental value consciousness

PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOME

The Master of Arts in Economics aims at moulding students to become successful and competent professionals and socially responsible citizens. The key objective is to prepare the students for life. Towards this, a wide array of core courses along with intensive specialisations are offered.

At the end of the two- year programme, students should be able to:

  • Gain in-depth knowledge about fundamental concepts in Economics.
  • Apply economic theory to diverse empirical fields and understand it’s working in real world scenarios.
  • View problems and phenomena beyond the discipline specific lens by acknowledging plurality of concepts, theories, and methods.
  • Use statistical and econometric methods in their empirical research work.
  • Use software packages for analysing and interpreting data.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

After completion of degree students will be eligible for UGC NET, Indian Economic services, Data Analytics and join various organisation as an Economist and Economic Consultant like; RBI, Financial Institutions, World Bank UNDP, UNO and can appear in civil services.

OTHER IMORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

1 Eligibility of the programme Any Graduate with minimum 50% marks
2 Selection process Admissions are done based on marks obtained in the last qualifying examination and a personal interview (PI)
3 Duration of the programme 2 Years

COURSE STRUCTURE

  • Click Here to download course structure of MA in Economics
  • Click Here to download syllabus of MA in Economics

 

ELIGIBILITY

 

To take admission in any of the several courses at Manipal University Jaipur, please go through this table to check your eligibility, in terms of academic pre-requisites and minimum age requirement.

If you don’t find the information you seek, please write to us at admissions@jaipur.manipal.edu and we will get back to you at the earliest.

 

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ProgramIndian (Rs)International (USD)
MA (Economics)1,34,0004,280