Careers of M.A. in Public Policy

The online MA Public Policy programme provides working professionals with the opportunity to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake policy analysis, formulation, monitoring, and evaluation. This programme enriches their professional development and prepares them for more challenging roles in public and corporate careers. Graduates of the M.A. Public Policy programmes offered by Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP) are well-equipped to pursue a variety of career paths.

With a strong grounding in policy analysis, formulation, monitoring, and evaluation skills, graduates can work in development and public policy organisations, CSR initiatives, academic institutions, think tanks, NGOs, media, and political organizations. The programme also provides an excellent foundation for those wishing to pursue a PhD, broadly within the field of Development Studies or within one of the more specialized fields of Economics, Political Science or Sociology.

Graduates can acquire the knowledge and skills needed for working as policy analysts and independent consultants for government and nongovernmental organizations. Overall, the programme opens up a wide range of opportunities to serve in the development and policy sectors.