2. What is the structure of SBSS?

The faculty comprises academic departments and associated research centers as follows: Department of Applied Psychology Department of Economics Department of Social and Political Studies Center for Liberal Arts and Sciences

4. What is the process of admission to the program?

Candidate needs to fill an on-line form at our website https://apply.manavrachna.edu.in/mriirs-admissions with the prescribed fee. After accepting the form, the university will intimate the candidate about the MRNAT examination date and place. After clearing the MRNAT candidate appears for the group discussion and personal interview. First preference will be given to MRNAT and second preference to marks in qualifying examination.

8. What is the process of admission to the program?

Candidate needs to fill an on-line form at our website www.mru.edu.in with the prescribed fee. After accepting the form, the university will intimate the candidate about the MRNAT examination date and place. After clearing the MRNAT candidate appears for the group discussion and personal interview. First preference will be given to MRNAT and second preference to marks in qualifying examination.

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M.A - Economics

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Programme Overview

The M.A. Economics program at MRIIRS is a full-time graduate program that teaches students advanced economic theory, how to do quantitative analysis, and how to evaluate policies. There are a lot of different things that students learn, and they have to work hard on data analysis. This makes sure that graduates are ready to work for the government, schools, businesses, and as consultants.

Students learn how to use Excel, SPSS, R, and E-Views by doing projects in the real world, going to workshops, case studies, and seminars led by experts from all over the world. The program has a lot of core and specialised classes. Some of these are Advanced Economics, Econometrics, Money-Banking and Financial Economics, Environmental and Resource Economics, Behavioural Economics, Public Budget and Fiscal Policy, and many more.

The M.A. in Economics program at MRIIRS puts a lot of stress on being a good citizen, doing the right thing, and learning from your mistakes. It teaches students how to think critically and lead others so they can change the world and fix real-world economic problems.

Specializations in M.A. Economics

Development Economic:Development economics studies how countries grow and develop economically, focussing on issues like poverty, inequality, and government policies.
Financial Economics: It talks about the economy, banks and other financial institutions, how to invest, how to manage risk, and the role of banks and other financial institutions.
Public Policy: Public Policy studies how government policies are made, put into action, and judged, with a focus on economic analysis and impact assessment.
Econometrics and Data Science: Econometrics and Data Science uses advanced statistical methods, software tools, and data analysis techniques to create models of economic events and help people make choices.

Duration: 2 yrs. (4 Semesters)

Putting together real-life events and thoughts: The curriculum is well-planned so that students can fully understand the problems the economy is having right now. It mixes strict economic theory with examples from the real world.
Using the newest software: Students learn how to use a lot of statistical and econometric software that businesses use, like Excel, SPSS, R, EViews, STATA, and others.
Good Teachers: The teachers in the program have a lot of schooling and a lot of real-world experience. This helps them see how what they learn in school is useful in real life.
Curriculum Based on Research: Students write a dissertation in their last year, and a lot of the class is about how to do research. Teachers tell students to look things up on their own and work on projects with them.
Things that are happening at work and on projects right now: Working on projects with businesses, the government, and think tanks helps students learn how to make decisions and deal with real-world economic problems.
Ideas for capstone projects: The program's capstone projects are meant to help students put together and use what they learnt in class.

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Key Educational Benefit

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

41,000+

Alumni Imprints Globally

2800+

Published Research Papers

600+

MNC's & Indian Corporate Recruit

250+

Patents (Filed/Granted)

120+

Global Academic Collaborations

80+

Alumni & In-Campus Startups

60+

Countries with Footprints

60 LPA

Highest CTC Offered

Eligibility

For 2-Year programme:A bachelor's degree from a recognised university that takes three years and has a grade point average (GPA) of at least 45% or the same.

For 1 Year programme:

A 4-year bachelor's degree with honours or honours with research in any field from a recognised university and a 45% mark or equivalent CGPA
Minimum Requirements for Being Eligible: A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university with at least 45% of the marks in any subject.

Admission Criteria

Merit-based admission
Entrance Exam: MRNAT, CUET-PG, or Interview may be required.
Nationality: Open to Indian and International students.

Scholarship Programme - Utkarsh and Uttam

Up to 100% tuition waiver based on merit and need.
Additional scholarships may be available for specific categories (e.g., siblings, alumni, wards of employees, only girl child, wards of army personnel, etc.).

Scholarship

Programme Highlights

Research-driven coursework: The programme emphasizes research-oriented learning.

Focus on policy applications: Coursework is designed to apply economic theory to real-world policy issues.

Curriculum

semester 1

Modern Microeconomics

Development of Macroeconomics

Mathematical Applications in Economics:

The Theory of Growth and Development

Analysing Quantitative Data

The Basics of Economics

Semester 2

Indian Economic Development:

Fiscal policy and the public budget:

Theory of International Economics

Environmental Economics:

Theory of Basic Econometrics

Agricultural Economics (Elective):

Theory of Behavioural Economics

Semester 3

Research Methods for Social Sciences:

Internship:

Data Analysis through Excel and STATA:

International Finance:

Time Series Econometrics (Elective):

Introduction to Game Theory (Elective):

Field Survey (Elective):

Semester 4

Dissertation

Monetary Theory and Policy

Financial Economics

Labour Economics:

Econometric Methods (Elective):

Data Analysis with R (Elective):

Industrial Economics (Elective):

Industry-aligned and driven by research:

Pay attention to modelling and quantitative tools:

Final year dissertation in line with policy frameworks or the SDGs:

Fieldwork and data labs for experiential learning:

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Internship & Placement Opportunities

Opportunities for Internships:Interning with banks, development agencies, policy think tanks, and research organisations gives students practical experience. Paid, supervised internships that promote creativity, skill development, and practical problem-solving are available through Manav Rachna's distinctive programs, such as MR Impact.
Assistance with Placement:The Manav Rachna Placement Cell offers committed placement assistance by arranging recruitment drives, facilitating corporate contacts, and connecting students with possible employers in various industries
Enhancement of Skills:In order to prepare students for prosperous careers in economics, finance, public policy, and related fields, internships combine classroom instruction with hands-on training.

Top Recruiters

Inside Alpha
Cocentrix
IIFT
Tech Mahindra
Deloitte
RBI / Ministry of Finance

Placement Support

Dedicated Placement Cell: A special placement cell helps students get in touch with recruiters in a wide range of fields.
Resume-building, Mock Interviews, and Workshops: Writing resumes, going to workshops, and practicing interviews are all things that
It teaches people new things, like how to make a resume and get ready for an interview.
Alumni Mentorship and Networking: Networking and mentoring for former students: This group helps former students meet new people and get advice from other alumni who have been through the same things.
Pre-Placement Talks and Company Presentations: Pre-placement talks and company presentations: meeting with recruiters and business leaders in person on a regular basis.

Capstone Project & Research

Capstone Project for Final Year: Students do a capstone project that deals with real-world economic issues.

Project Alignment

A lot of the time, projects are in line with the SDGs, public policy problems, or industry needs.
Mentored Research: Faculty and, in some cases, outside experts help with research,
Digital Learning Tools and Research Databases: You can use an e-library, digital tools, and research databases.
Skill Development Workshops: These are classes that teach you how to improve your soft skills, communication, and time management.

Student Support Services

Academic advising, peer mentoring, and career counselling are all ways to get help with your academic and career goals.
Wellness and Psychological Counselling: On-campus counselling to help students feel better.
Opportunities to publish in student journals and blogs (like Ecobiz) and speak at university-level conferences.

Placement Statistics

Average Package: INR 5–6 LPA
Some of the best recruiters are Cocentrix, HDFC Bank, Tech Mahindra, Deloitte, EY, and others.
Placement Trends: In recent years, the placement rates have been high and the median salaries have been going up.
Global Exposure: Opportunities for global business partnerships and academic collaborations.
Cross-Cultural Learning: Learning about other cultures' points of view and best practices.

Innovation & Startups

The Manav Rachna Business Incubator encourages students, alumni, and faculty to be creative and start their own businesses.

Help Services: Access to facilities for design, fabrication, and production.
Money and advice: Links to angel investors, state governments, and groups that work to improve the economy.
Global Exposure: Opportunities for global business partnerships and academic collaborations.
Integrated Incubation: Tailored help with coming up with business ideas, building capacity, and making connections.

Alumni network

A lively network of alumni: Spread out over the best schools and businesses in the world.
Different Types of Careers: Alumni work for think tanks, multinational corporations, the government, and international non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
Ongoing Engagement: Regular meetings, webinars, guest lectures, and access to the MRIIRS Alumni Portal for career support and staying in touch with other alumni for life.

Future Job Opportunities

Economic Research and Consulting: Research Associate and Economic Analyst.
Public Policy and Governance: Policy Advisor, Program Officer in government or non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
Finance and Analytics: Market Researcher, Risk Analyst, and Financial Analyst.
Corporate Sector: jobs in business intelligence, operations, and planning for the long term.
Master's and PhD programs in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, and Data Science are available in colleges and universities.
International Organisations: Jobs with the UN, the World Bank, and other global development groups.

Why Pursue Dentistry?

The Department of Economics at MRIIRS has a creative and useful curriculum that makes sense of how to combine theory and practice. We have a lot of optional electives that help students improve their basic research and analytical skills. Our carefully chosen classes cover a lot of different economic topics.

Courses in management, liberal arts, sociology, psychology, and other fields that are generic, interdisciplinary, and open to all students give them a wide range of academic perspectives. We get feedback from big companies like KPMG, Ernst & Young, Infosys, IHC Foundation, and ORF Kolkata to make sure that our curriculum is up to date with the problems that the economy is facing right now.

The department works with well-known schools like TERI SAS, TERI, IMPRI, RIS, IIFT, JNU, and DSE to make research that is useful in the real world better. Because of this collaborative environment and hands-on learning opportunities, students are ready for meaningful careers in economics, policy, research, and other fields.

Fee Details for M.A - Economics

Course Fee (Annual): INR 1,68,400 US $ 3300
Duration:
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Modes of Payment

Online Payment: Via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI through the university's official payment portal.
Bank Transfer: NEFT/RTGS to the university’s designated bank account.
Demand Draft (DD): In favor of “Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies”, payable at Faridabad/New Delhi
Cash Payment: At the Accounts Office on campus (subject to limits as per government regulations).
Education Loan: Through tie-ups with banks like PNB, SBI, HDFC, and ICICI, offering easy financing options.

Residential Facilities & Transport

We at Manav Rachna offer generous residential facilities and convenient transportation services so that each student, including those studying Manav Rachna, gets to enjoy a safe, comfortable, and fulfilling campus life.

Residential Services

MREI provides on-campus and off-campus hostel facilities for boys and girls with various types of rooms. Students can choose single, double, and triple rooms as per their preference.

Key Points

Room Types: The hostels offer different types of rooms to suit different budgets and preferences:

Air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rooms
Single-seater, two-seater, three-seater, and five-seater rooms
The rooms can be equipped with attached or common toilets as per the choice of room category.

Fee Structure: The hostel fee is to be paid on the basis of the room category chosen by the student and it can be paid through DD (Demand Draft) or in cash.

Additional Facilities:

Medical services and medical insurance to keep the students fit.
Library facilities for access to study materials and academic inputs.
Laundry facilities as included in the hostel fees, to ease the life of students.

Mess Plan

At Manav Rachna, we offer world-class sports facilities to keep our students fit and active. Our facilities comprise a range of outdoor and indoor games, including:

Sports

Mess plan also comes as part of hostel fee. Healthy food is served through the mess considering the multicultural requirements of different food habits for the students. By providing choices involving vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian options, healthy lifestyle is available for the students enabling them to pursue their studies focusing on programs with full seriousness.

Basketball, volleyball, cricket, soccer, chess, and carom among others.

Notable facilities include:

A 25m shooting range and a 10m air-conditioned indoor shooting range with Olympic-standard SIUS Ascor electronic targets.
Indoor badminton and table tennis stadia with synthetic courts in association with Yonex and Stag.
A Semi-Olympic pool for swimming and a Soccer Academy for students who have sporting interest and passion.
A Sports Fitness Centre to service psychological, physiotherapy, and other aspects of health for students.

The facilities enable students to pursue physical exercises that complement their academic development.

Laundry

Laundry facilities are available at an extra fee in the hostel fees. This saves students from worrying about laundry, so they can focus on their studies, and also allows their clothes to remain properly cleaned.

Parking

There is a vast parking space facility available for students who commute using their own means of transport. It is provided to cater to the requirements of students, so that their travel will be easy and hassle-free.

Transport

Our well-maintained transport facility offers a stress-free, secure, and safe journey for students from Delhi and Gurugram. The GPS-located, contemporary fleet of buses is operated by professionally trained personnel, with onboard support staff to assist students. Our emphasis is on reliability, safety, and convenience, ensuring unproblematic travel to and from the campus.

How to Apply for M.A - Economics

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

1

Go to the Official Website
2

Complete the Online Application Form
3

Upload Mandatory Documents
4

Pay the Application Fee
5

Appear for MRNAT or Submit JEE Score

Step 1 - Go to the Official Website

Step 2 - Complete the Online Application Form

Click on "Apply Now," generate your login credentials, and fill out the form with your personal, educational, and contact information.

Step 3 - Upload Mandatory Documents

Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents, such as:
Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
Aadhaar card
Passport-size photos

Step 4 - Pay the Application Fee

Fill in the application by paying online using net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.

Step 5 - Appear for MRNAT or Submit JEE Score

Get qualified through MRNAT (Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test) or produce a valid JEE Main score for merit-based admission.

PO's and PSO's

Program Outcomes (PO's)

PO1

Gain a firm grasp of knowledge on economics for insight into the complexities, dynamics and challenges of current economic scenarios;

PO2

Comprehend with the empirical applications using relevant quantitative techniques to support contemporary economic arguments;

PO3

Apply analytical framework for economic enquiry and decision-making by appropriate consideration of social and environmental welfare;

PO4

Analyze the economic issues and articulate policy options by engage in reflective and independent thinking;

PO5

Evaluate new economic ideas in life-long process of learning through research and development;

PO6

Model the perspective of economic thought by aiding in disciplinary growth and policy making

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO's)

Accomplish a deep understanding of core economic principles to relate wide range of real-world issues;

Develop analytical aptitude with modern quantitative tools necessary to understand the economic arguments;

Instill lifelong learning skills for policy modelling and analysis of factual issues of the economy.

Frequently Ask Questions

What all programs does the faculty offer and what is the duration and fee of the programs?

Courses	Duration	Fee (in Rs.)/ Year
B.A. in Liberal Arts	3 Years	1,69,500
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	3 Years	1,69,500
B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology	3 Years	1,69,500
M.A. Public Policy and Administration	3 Years	1,59,500
B.A. (Hons.) in Economics	3 Years	1,69,500
B.A. (Hons.) in Applied Psychology	3 Years	1,69,500
M.A. (Hons.) in Economics	2 Years	1,59,500
M.A. in Applied Psychology	2 Years	1,59,500
Masters of Social Work	2 Years	1,59,500
Ph.D. in Psychology, Economics, Social Work	4 years	1,99,500 (including one time payable course fee, registration fee in the first year) 70,000 (thereafter from the second year)

What is the structure of SBSS?

What are the career opportunities after getting degrees from SBSS?

SBSS offers discipline specific as well as interdisciplinary programs. The opportunities after obtaining the degrees from different disciplines are as follows:

Economics- Study of economics opens up career opportunities in both the government and private sectors. It provides ample scope and prestigious positions nationally and internationally. Well-trained economists are placed across the government sector including the Indian Economic Service and Reserve Bank of India Officer, corporate firms like TCS/IBM/HSBC and many more, research institutes (National Institute of Public Finance and Policy, National Council of Applied Economic Research, Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations, and several premier institutes in country under the Indian Council of Social Science Research), international development agencies (UN organizations and World Bank groups), non-governmental organizations, banking/financial sector and several academic institutions. In the job market, there is an increasing demand for economic analysts, researchers and consultants.

Psychology- The students have successful careers in hospitals, clinical settings, working in school and colleges as counselors and also in corporate sectors as trainers and specialists in psychological assessments as well as in higher academic positions.

Social and Political Studies- It aims to develop critical insight among the students to apprise social and political studies using the lense of liberal arts, sciences, political science, sociology, anthropology, public policy and social work. We intend to develop student’s personalities through the inculcation of democratic and humanitarian values along with critical thinking and experiential learning. The pedagogy is structured in a way that strikes a balance between theoretical underpinning with concurrent field work in a social welfare organization, social and political studies. The Department offers placement and internship opportunities with all leading organizations from think tanks, civil society, international and national organizations, donor organizations, banks, consultancies, civil society, academia, central and state government organizations, and the developmental sector.

What is the process of admission to the program?

What is the eligibility criteria, and selection process for the programs?

Courses	Eligibility Criteria
B.A. in Liberal Arts	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
B.A. (Hons.) in Economics	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
M.A. Public Policy and Administration	For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
B.A. (Hons.) in Applied Psychology	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
M.A. in Economics	For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
M.A. in Applied Psychology	For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Master of Social Work	For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.

Do we need to submit the original certificates on the day of admission?

What are the major differentiators of the courses offered by SBSS?

What is the process of admission to the program?

What is the eligibility criteria, and selection process for the programs?

Courses	Eligibility Criteria
B.A. in Liberal Arts	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
B.A. (Hons.) in Economics	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
M.A. Public Policy and Administration	Minimum aggregate 50% at undergraduate level examination
B.A. (Hons.) in Applied Psychology	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
M.A. in Economics	Minimum aggregate 50% at undergraduate level examination
M.A. in Applied Psychology	Minimum aggregate 50% at undergraduate level examination
Master of Social Work	Minimum aggregate 50% at undergraduate level examination

Do we need to submit the original certificates on the day of admission?

What are the major differentiators of the courses offered by SBSS?

What all programs does the faculty offer and what is the duration and fee of the programs?

Courses	Duration	Fee (in Rs.)/ Year
BA in Liberal Arts	3 Years	1,26,000
BA (Hons) in Political Science	3 Years	1,26,000
BA (Hons) in Sociology	3 Years	1,26,000
MA Public Policy and Administration	3 Years	1,16,000
BA (Hons) in Economics	3 Years	1,26,000
BA (Hons) in Applied Psychology	3 Years	1,26,000
MA (Hons) in Economics	2 Years	1,16,000
MA in Applied Psychology	2 Years	1,16,000
Masters of Social Work	2 Years	1,16,000
PhD in Psychology, Economics, Social Work	4 Years	1,40,000 (including one time payable course fee, registration fee in the first year) 70,000 (thereafter from the second year)