MA Rural Development

Master of Arts in Rural Development

MA Rural Development or Master of Arts in Rural Development is a Post-Graduate Management course. Rural development is the process of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people living in relatively isolated and sparsely populated areas. Master of Arts course in Rural Development integrates the disciples of geography, sociology, political science, economics, business administration, and psychology.

The discipline of Rural Development is of vital significance for understanding the development issues related to rural society. Master of Arts in Rural Development is designed to include such diverse academic content as is essential in the making of this discipline in the Indian context. The duration of the Rural Development course is two years and its syllabus is divided into four semesters.

MA Rural Development Eligibility

• Candidates must have passed their Bachelor’s degree from any of the recognized universities.
• The students should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their Bachelor's.

MA Rural Development Syllabus

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

MA Rural Development Colleges

• Indira Gandhi National Open University - IGNOU, New Delhi

MA (Rural Development) Course Suitability

• The Master of Arts in Rural Development Course will be Suitable for personnel working in various Government-Non-Govt. Departments/agencies, NGOs, and transformation.
• One should possess a willingness to work in rural areas, good communication skills, knowledge of local languages, ability to handle masses, analytical reasoning, and leadership skills.
• They should have problem-solving skills, the ability for working with clients with diverse interests, interest in farming, planning, etc.
• Candidates willing to for further research work also are suitable for the course.

How is the MA Rural Development Course Beneficial?

• The Master of Arts in Rural Development Course will be beneficial for fresh graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in the discipline of rural development.
• The Master of Arts in Rural Development Course helps students for further higher studies in the field of rural studies such as a Ph.D. degree. The successful completion of the course makes them eligible for the post of lecturer in any university/college.
• They can work in rural enterprises in the form of policymakers, managers, analysts, and consultants advising on operational efficiency and improvements.
• Other career opportunities in the rural areas are in the co-operative sector, development organizations, agri-business enterprises, areas related to micro-finance, food and agricultural marketing, and management of agro products.

MA Rural Development Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• Forest Departments
• Medicinal Plant Boards
• National Rural Livelihood Mission
• Rural Development Agency / Rural Engineering Services
• Tribal Development Program

MA Rural Development Job Types

• Business Development Executive
• Lecturer & Teacher
• National Sales Development Manager
• Purchase / Vendor Development Manager
• Rural Technology Project Head
• Sales / Business Development Manager

 Advanced Course in MA Rural Development

• Ph.D. (Rural Development)