A student who has passed a 3-year undergraduate degree (level 5.5, a total of 120 credits) shall be eligible for admission to 2-year MA / MPA programmes.
Preference will be given to candidates who have secured at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the qualifying examination.
However, students who have not studied requisite courses from the discipline related to the respective programmes will have to undertake the prescribed bridge course(s).
The M.A. Economics programme at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) is a rigorous four-semester postgraduate degree designed to build advanced competencies in economic theory, quantitative techniques, and applied policy research. With a total of 87 credits, the curriculum provides a strong foundation across microeconomics, macroeconomics, public economics, growth and development, financial economics, industrial organisation, and international trade.
Students gain hands-on experience in analytical tools through modules in Mathematics for Economists, Statistics, Econometrics, Operations Research, and Applied Econometrics, alongside software-based learning. Elective pathways allow customisation in areas such as Agricultural Economics, Labour Economics, Tourism Economics, Digital Economics, Environmental Economics, Behavioural Economics, Human Capital, and Health Economics.
The programme integrates internships, academic writing, software training, and a dissertation, ensuring practical exposure and real-world relevance. TD-PCL modules embedded across all semesters foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving abilities. Graduates are prepared for careers in corporates, banks, financial institutions, government departments, research organisations, NGOs, academia, and competitive examinations such as IAS, UGC-NET, and JRF (coaching available at additional cost).
Jain (Deemed-to-be University)
# 44/4, District Fund Road
Jayanagar 9th Block Campus
Bangalore - 5600 69
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#44/4, District Fund Road
Jayanagar 9th Block Campus
Bangalore - 5600 69
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Advanced training in economic theory, quantitative methods, and policy analysis
Hands-on learning using econometrics software, research methodology, internships, and dissertation work.
Elective options in high-demand areas, including Digital Economics, Environmental Economics, Labour Economics, Behavioural Economics, and Industrial Analysis.
Strong emphasis on employability through skill-based learning, innovation modules, and industry–academia integration.
Practical engagement with real datasets, case studies, and contemporary economic research tools
Graduates can pursue careers such as:
The programme focuses on advanced theory, quantitative methods, econometrics, policy analysis, and applied research to prepare students for careers across industry, academia, public policy, and research.
Students gain strong analytical, mathematical, and statistical abilities alongside proficiency in econometric software, academic writing, data interpretation, and critical problem-solving.
Graduates can work in government organisations, corporates, financial institutions, think tanks, NGOs, and research institutions, or pursue teaching and doctoral studies.
Yes. Students undertake an internship, software training, academic writing modules, expert sessions, and a dissertation to ensure hands-on learning.
Yes. Students can specialise in Agricultural Economics, Labour Economics, Tourism Economics, Digital Economics, Environmental Economics, Behavioural Economics, Human Capital, or Health Economics.