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What is the scope after doing an M.A. in development from Azim Premji University?
Azim Premji University provides ample scope to the students, as multiple companies visit the campus for recruitment. More than 1000 students get placed every year, where 67% of the placement is done by reputed NGOs like Aangan, Youth of Seva, Jeevika, Udyogini, Asia Peace Foundation, etc. Fellowship, School, and Training Institute like Centre of Civil Society, Eklavya Education, Gandhi fellowship, etc. hire 20% of the students. Students are also hired for jobs like Corporate Social responsibility, funding organization.
Students can also work with International Development Agencies, Government agency, Think-tanks or they can pursue PhD Philosophy. Students also receive offers from UNGC, the Association of Democratic Reforms based on their performance. Companies that visit the campus frequently for recruitment are Galaxy Product, CMS India, CIPLA Ltd., Foundation of Ecological Security and the average package which is offered to the students is ? 25,000 - ? 30,000 per month.
What are the career opportunities after MA psychology from IGNOU?
The career opportunities are similar to that of doing an MA in Psychology from any other university. You can become a Psychology teacher or Counselor in clinics, schools, or colleges. You can start your own therapy clinic. You can take NET if you want to become a degree college lecturer.
You can also go for higher studies and pursue M.Phil or P.hD.
Which is better for pursuing MA psychology course, Chandigarh, Chitkara or Lovely Professional University?
My friend is an MA Psychology student at Chandigarh University. In her opinion, it is one of the best MA courses offered in India. She justified her opinion through a number of reasons some of which I have listed below
- The university offers not one but two courses in psychology - MA in Psychology and MA in Clinical Psychology.
- The university offers necessary practical exposure to prepare students to excel in the field of psychology.
- The teachers are fully experienced and also experienced in the area of research studies and publications.
- All the electives are distributed throughout the semesters with adequate practical knowledge.
- Additional exposure is offered in the form of field visits, expert talks, experiments, and field training.
- Another major highlight is the foreign exchange program wherein students are sent to foreign universities and get certified for the respective section from the respective country.
- The gap between theoretical knowledge and practical approach is filled through internship opportunities.
Overall, the quality of teaching is a major USP that students consider while choosing this university.
Is it a good option to choose Azim Premji University for development studies?
Yes, Azim Premji University (APU) is a good option for MA in Development studies. It is one of eminent social science universities in Bangalore. Development studies courses are purely Economics based in most institutes. However the course curriculum is quite different at APU, it is a fusion of multiple disciplines including Sociology, Economics, Ecology, Politics, etc. The institute has a group of highly qualified faculty, most of the faculty are alumni of Ivy League schools.
Given below is a brief insight to the program.
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Course type |
Post-graduation |
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Specialization |
Development studies |
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Selection |
Entrance Test and Personal Interview |
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Type of exam |
Semester |
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Duration |
2 years |
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Fee structure |
1.80 lakhs |
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No.of seats |
50 |
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Average salary package |
3.6 lakhs p.a |
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Recruiters |
Aajeevika, Srijan, Arghyam, Pravah, PRADHAN, FES, BAIF, Gram Vikas, Selco Foundation, etc. |
Every year more than 90 organizations visit the campus for the recruitment of the students from various NGOs, CSOs, CBOs, CSR units, corporate bodies, etc.
What is the difference between the Delhi school of economics and Delhi university in perspective form ma in economics?
In terms of MA Economics, there is no difference between Delhi University and Delhi School of Economics. The MA in Economics degree offered by DU is through DSE since it is the Economics department of Delhi University. It is one of the most-sought after Economic schools in the country and offers excellent education in the field.
I have completed my BE in Computer Science this year I like to pursue an MA in Psychology in distance education in Madras University or any other college if possible. Am I eligible to apply?
Yes, Under the limitations of UGC, every college can regulate and formulate a different set of requirements that they think is appropriate for admissions.
It is difficult to tell that about Madras University, but in IGNOU you cannot pursue an MA in Psychology without a BA or B.Sc degree in Psychology.
If you are only interested in the course and do not mind what the degree provides, then you can download the IGNOU books for free and read and learn from them.
But if you are interested in a Masters degree in Psychology (or any other applied courses) for making a career, then it is suggested you do the course which is full-time.
If you want to add another degree to your calibre but do not want to make a career, then you can opt for any other average University that accepts BE or B.Tech.
Should I do MA in Economics from IGNOU?
Pursuing IGNOU MA in Economics is good if you are a working professional or preparing for competitive examination. The course structure is flexible and gives students time to study at their own pace. You can apply for Govt. examinations such as Indian Economic Service Examination after completing the course. You can take NET/JRF as well.
Pursuing the course will only be worth the investment if you secure a good percentage. So, concentrate on studies from the first year itself.
Which one is better, an M.A. in Education (Elementary) from TISS or from Azim Premji University?
Tata Institute of Social Science (TISS) offers M.H.A, PGD, MA, B.Ed courses. Azim Premji University offers BA, MA, L.L.M, B.Sc. courses. A friend of mine recommended M.A in Education from Azim Premji University(APU) as it is better, considering various aspects:
- Faculty: Azim Premji University includes faculty from all over the world. Eminent educationists like Aman Madan, ex faculty of TISS and Rohit Dhankar are now part of the renowned faculty of APU.
- Infrastructure: Both the universities are well known for their state of the art infrastructure, with the APU campus being a marvel in progress and will have an even more of a competitive edge against other universities.
- Diversity: The geographic diversity among students is well matched in both TISS and APU, with their campuses being colloquially dubbed as “Mini India”. On one hand, TISS focuses more on reservation and representation from each state and a majority of the urban student population. On the other hand, APU encompasses an urban to rural student population ratio of 50:50.
- Field Connection: The Field experience in both institutes are considered exemplary. TISS is known for giving the field exposure of working in various NGOs, experience of working in rural areas and slums whereas APU gives field experience at NGOs as well as at Azim Premji Foundation, an umbrella body for all NGOs.
- Financial Support: At TISS, financial assistance is provided on the basis of reservation and APU provides financial assistance on the basis of economic status. Economic status is confirmed through a field visit by a team of APU to the student’s home to confirm their candidature for financial support. At APU, all students in need of financial support can avail scholarships and also many students take up side jobs to earn extra money while pursuing studies.
In conclusion, TISS is known for its legacy of many famous social workers, but APU is favoured now by those who are education oriented.
How good is Mumbai University's Kalina campus for M.A. in Economics? How is the course compared to a similar masters degree from Delhi School of Economics or Madras School of Economics?
Delhi School of Economics, Madras School of Economics, and Mumbai School of Economics and Public Policy are reputed institutes for offering quality education in Economics. If you are considering the Mumbai region, Mumbai University’s Kalina campus is a good institute to do a Master’s in economics.
- The college has a good syllabus which covers almost 8 core papers in the first two semesters.
- Students get the opportunity of doing a summer internship which is assisted by MSEPP. These internships ensure students can confidently enter the corporate world after completing their courses.
In the Mumbai region, IGIDR and MSEPP are the best options for pursuing MA in Economics with good curriculums. IGIDR should be the first preference if you can score well enough in the entrance exam. A close second is MSEPP but it has a heavy dropout percentage.
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