Hi Puys I’m a B.Tech in computer science currently working in an MNC.My interest has always been in the humanities/social sciences field.Now i’m planning on doing a post graduation and i’m interested in the M.A in international affairs offere…
Hi Puys
I'm a B.Tech in computer science currently working in an MNC.My interest has always been in the humanities/social sciences field.Now i'm planning on doing a post graduation and i'm interested in the M.A in international affairs offered by J.N.U.
I have no idea about what exactly people do after such a course.What kind of a job (if any) does one get after such a course and whether the university offers any sort of placement assistance after the course.I understand that compensation in this field would certainly not be the same as in the corporate sector.But it's imperative for me that i find some sort of employment after spending 2 years pursuing the course...and the Masters Degree shouldn't just sit like a mere embellishment to my resume..
Thanks in advance
the course what you mentioned is the best in india. generally people with humanities background like political science take the course. after completion generally they go for Phd or Mphil. However some people work as defense analyst / international relational analyst with govt of india
Looked around and found a few more similar courses:
Jamia Millia Islamia's Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution offers an M.A in Conflict Analysis and Peace Building.
Punjab University Chandigarh offers an M.A. in Defense and National Security Studies.
Jadavpur university offers an M.A in International Relations.
But my fundamental doubt remains...that of employment.
I understand that a place like JNU is not meant to be an employment exchange that guarantees jobs to all.....but when you have specialised in a field shouldnt there be some use for your skill? im sure not more than a handful of students get picked by the government as analysts etc...unlike in the west the scope in this field is rather limited in India..
How do those who go on to do an M.Phil/Phd support themselves?
A UGC-NET/JRF qualified candidate may get a stipend of 10-12k a month..which is ok...but then what happens after you complete your Phd?What exactly does a Ph.d in say South Asian or European studies do....and how does their career progress?
Jamia Millia Islamia's Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution offers an M.A in Conflict Analysis and Peace Building.
Punjab University Chandigarh offers an M.A. in Defense and National Security Studies.
Jadavpur university offers an M.A in International Relations.
But my fundamental doubt remains...that of employment.
I understand that a place like JNU is not meant to be an employment exchange that guarantees jobs to all.....but when you have specialised in a field shouldnt there be some use for your skill? im sure not more than a handful of students get picked by the government as analysts etc...unlike in the west the scope in this field is rather limited in India..
How do those who go on to do an M.Phil/Phd support themselves?
A UGC-NET/JRF qualified candidate may get a stipend of 10-12k a month..which is ok...but then what happens after you complete your Phd?What exactly does a Ph.d in say South Asian or European studies do....and how does their career progress?
Looked around and found a few more similar courses:
Jamia Millia Islamia's Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution offers an M.A in Conflict Analysis and Peace Building.
Punjab University Chandigarh offers an M.A. in Defense and National Security Studies.
Jadavpur university offers an M.A in International Relations.
But my fundamental doubt remains...that of employment.
I understand that a place like JNU is not meant to be an employment exchange that guarantees jobs to all.....but when you have specialised in a field shouldnt there be some use for your skill? im sure not more than a handful of students get picked by the government as analysts etc...unlike in the west the scope in this field is rather limited in India..
How do those who go on to do an M.Phil/Phd support themselves?
A UGC-NET/JRF qualified candidate may get a stipend of 10-12k a month..which is ok...but then what happens after you complete your Phd?What exactly does a Ph.d in say South Asian or European studies do....and how does their career progress?
Now even Jindal School of International Affairs offer an MA...I guess many people pursuing PhD might also be becoming active participants at various thinktanks; but my guess is that there would not be much monetary benefit (mat=y be at par with those working for NGOs).
I also guess that Indian MNCs while making investment abroad, might be getting their consultancy (e.g. Airtel venturing into Africa) at least on non-financial risk perception...
A lot of people in JNU prepare for UPSC and other exams; some of them go there solely for this purpose as it provides cheap accommodation and a great environment to study. I did my PG Diploma from IIMC Delhi in Journalism, where some of my peers had left IR to study journalism as they found employment opportunities better in media. The point is courses at JNU will help you make a career in academic field, if not in some government organisation. I am working now at a global news wire company, and feel like getting back to academics. JNU seems like a great option to me.
Hello....I want to take M.A. politics entrance specialization in International Relations....any senior student can please suggest me the strategy to crack the exam and and the important books that cover all topics of exam... And I also want to know the job opportunities after M.A. ( IR) ...please help me ...
I have done my graduation in Engineering.
In JNU's prospectus the eligibilty criteria mentioned is (10+2+3) with min 50% marks, whereas my academics curriculam is (10+2+4). So can I apply for M.A in Politics (SPL In International Studies PISM 201) . ?
Thanks in advance.