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M.A Development Studies

Job PressureJob Pressure
Medium
Academic PressureAcademic Pressure
Medium
Early SalaryEarly Salary
1.5 LPA - 2.5 LPA
Mid Level SalaryMid Level Salary
4.2 LPA - 5 LPA
Senior SalarySenior Salary
10 LPA - 20 LPA

MA Development Studies Course Highlights

Duration 2 Years
Course Level Postgraduate
Full Form Master of Arts Development Studies
Exam Type Semester/Annual
Eligibility Hold a Bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of at least 50% marks. 
Average Annual Fees INR 5,000 to 1,50,000
Average Annual Salary INR 2,50,000 to 6,00,000
Top Recruiting Sectors Consultancies, NGOs, PSUs, Corporate Organizations etc. 
Job Profiles Consultant, Administrator, Social Worker, Teacher, Lecturer etc.

About the Programme M.A in Development Studies Course

The 2-years Masters Degree in Development Studies focuses on the rapid changes and developments that take place worldwide.

M.A Development Studies is the fundamentals of various topics like economics, geography, society, and human growth. They study about project management, behavioral science, foreign languages, and perform a lot of fieldwork.

The average course fees per annum for MA development studies range from INR 5,000 to INR 1.5 Lakhs.

Why study M.A (Development Studies)?

Masters in Development Studies is a very diverse subject. It introduces students to the theoretical and conceptual knowledge of development at different levels (national or international). It equips them with the analytical and research skills which further helps them in resolving developmental issues/ constraints.

The purpose of the Course

This course introduces students to the various models of developments. It also makes them discuss various perspective which is needed in the development of a nation (both politically and economically).

Eligibility Criteria for M.A in Development Studies Course

  • One must have completed a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Some of the colleges organize an entrance exam as an eligibility test.

MA Development Studies Course Syllabus

Semester 1Semester 2
Fundamentals of Economics Human Development
Fundamentals of Geography Project Management
Introduction to Development Studies Social Work Research
Communication skills & Behavioural Science Programming Techniques
Semester 3Semester 4
Micro Finance Disaster Management
Gender & Development Environment Management
Rural & Urban Development Civil Society
Development of Administration & Planning Block Placement

Job Opportunities after M.A in Development Studies Course

M.A with a major in Development Studies offers a wide range of career paths for students like Consultancy, Corporate Organizations, Defence and Security, NGOs, International Development Organizations (UNO, World Bank etc.) and Research Organizations.

They can also work as a Social Worker, Researcher, Teacher, Public Policy Consultant, Administrator/ Manager or Project Manager.

1)Private Sector Career options

  • Social Worker
  • Teacher
  • Public Policy Consultant
  • Researcher
  • Project Manager
  • Administrator/Manager

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2)Private Sector Employment areas

  • Consultancy
  • Corporate Organizations
  • NGO
  • International Development Organizations (UNO World Bank etc.)
  • Research Organizations

3)Public Sector Employment areas

  • Government PSUs

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Salary Trends

Master of Arts [MA] (Development Studies)Entry Level Salary (LPA)Medium Salary (LPA)Maximum Salary (LPA)
Government PSUs 2 5 15
Counselor 1.5 4.6 12
Social Worker 1.8 4.2 10
Public Policy Consultant 2.5 5 20
CSR Manager 2.5 5 18
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