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M.A. (Applied Economics)
Master of Arts in Applied Economics

Duration:	2 Years
Level:	Post Graduation
Type:	Degree
Eligibility:	Graduate or Equivalent

M.A. Applied Economics is a postgraduate Economics course. Applied Economics word defines the term that refers to the application of economic theory and analysis. While not a field of economics, it is typically characterized by the application of economic theory and econometrics to address practical issues in a range of fields including labour economics, industrial organization, development economics, health economics, monetary economics, public economics and economic history. Generally Master of Arts in Applied Economics duration is two years but it may be more or less than two years from place to place. M.A. (Applied Economics) course is of great importance in this globalised world.

M.A. Applied Economics Eligibility

One should have passed B.A. with Economics as one of the Subjects.
Minimum of 50% aggregate marks in graduation

M.A. Applied Economics Syllabus

The below presented syllabus is as per the guidelines of the Kannur University, Kannur.

Core Papers
Sr. No.	Course Titles
1	Microeconomic Theory
2	Macroeconomic Theory
3	Quantitative Techniques for Economic Analysis
4	Development Issues of Indian Economy (With special reference to Kerala)
5	Operations Research for Economic Analysis
6	International economics
7	Financial Markets
8	Econometrics
9	Mathematical Economics
Optional Papers
Sr. No.	Course Titles
1	Computer Application in Economic Analysis
2	Energy Economics
3	Development Economics
4	Security Analysis and Portfolio Management
5	Environmental Economics
6	Applied welfare Economics
7	Population Studies
8	Public Economics
9	Agricultural Economics
10	Industrial Economics
11	Health Economics
12	Development of Economic Ideas
13	Transport Economics
14	Business Economics
15	Project formulation and Evaluation

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M.A. Applied Economics Course Suitability

Candidates having interests in Master of Arts in Applied Economics and the capability of communication, numeracy, problem-solving, computing, time management and analytical skills are the most suitable for this course.
Those who are willing to go for teaching fields at higher degree level aiming of becoming teacher and lecturer are also the good match for it.

How is M.A. Applied Economics Course Beneficial?

This degree course prepares the students to go for various jobs such as government departments and think tanks; banks and insurance and accountancy firms.
After this course applicants have also an option of higher degree programs in respective subjects i.e. M.Phil. and Ph.D. for going in teaching lines.

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