Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development and Management

P.G.D. Rural Development and Management or Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development and Management is Diploma level 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. The course 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.  The course is career orienting in nature that opens many job scopes in various fields after its successful passing.

P.G.D. Rural Development and Management Eligibility

• Minimum 50% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (10th & 12th) and Graduation with minimum 50% marks from any of the recognized University.

 P.G.D. Rural Development and Management Syllabus

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

P.G.D. Rural Development and Management Colleges

• National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Hyderabad

P.G.D. Rural Development and Management Course Suitability

• P.G.D. Rural Development and Management is suitable to personnel working in various non-government departmental agencies, NGO’s and transformation. 
• One should possess a willingness to work in rural areas, good communication skills, and knowledge of local languages, ability to handle masses, analytical reasoning, and leadership skills. 
• They should have the problem-solving skill, the ability for working with clients with diverse interests, interest in farming, planning etc.

 How is P.G.D. Rural Development and Management Course Beneficial?

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

P.G.D. Rural Development and Management Employment Areas

• Agri-Business Enterprises
• Agro Products Management Companies
• Educational & Research Institutes
• Finance Dept.
• Food & Agricultural Marketing Area
• HR Departments
• Marketing Sector
• Purchase & General Management Sector
• Rural Co-Operative Sector

P.G.D. Rural Development and Management Job Types

• Rural Communications Manager
• Research Associate
• Consultant/ Retainer
• Social Programme Coordinator
• Education Partnership Officer
• Expert Socio Economics

Advance Courses in P.G.D. Rural Development and Management

• M.Phil. (Rural Development)
• Ph.D. (Rural Development)