MA Development Economics

Master of Arts in Development Economics

MA Development Economics or Master of Arts in Development Economics is a Post-Graduate Economics course. Development Economics will complete courses on macro, micro, and quantitative methods and growth. In addition, students must take three optional courses and complete a dissertation in an area of applied economics.

The Master of Arts course in Development Economics emphasizes the development of research skills that are essential, not only for further study in the field of development economics but also in practical development work. The duration of the Development Economics course is two years and there are many career scopes after its successful passing.

MA Development Economics Eligibility        

• Aspiring students should have passed their Bachelor's degree i.e., BA / B.Sc or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized University.
• The students should have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks at their Graduation level.
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

MA Development Economics Syllabus

Syllabus of Development Economics as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

MA Development Economics Colleges

• Kannur University, Kannur
• South Asian University - SAU, New Delhi

MA Development Economics Course Suitability

• Those who want to improve and update their skills and knowledge, to impart the skills and knowledge that enable students to progress towards Ph.D. research are suitable.
• They also possess the necessary analytical and critical skills that will prepare the students for further research and for work as professional economists.
• Applicants should also have good Mathematical, analytical, business, and computer-related skills.

How is the MA Development Economics Course Beneficial?

• The course enables the students to apply the principles of economic analysis to the design of economic policy and to teach postgraduates the technical and analytical skills to qualify them to practice as professional economists.
• Students can get employment with ministries, national and international development agencies, NGOs, and the private sector.
• They can also go for the teaching profession in college or university after passing a certain degree like UGC-NET.

MA Development Economics Employment Areas

• Audit Departments
• Banking Sector
• Business Development Consultancy
• Educational Institutes
• Financing
• Stock Exchanges
• Trade Centres

MA Development Economics Job Types

• Associate Professor
• Business Studies & Economics Teacher
• Business Development Manager
• Content Developer
• Economic Officer
• Freelance Academic Writer
• Research Analyst
• Social Development Officer

Advanced Course in MA Development Economics

• Ph.D. (Development Economics)