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M. A. in Public Administration

Department of Public Administration & Local Self Government

Highlights of the Program

  • Two-year (Four Semester) programme with 80 credits under NEP-2020 
  • Comprehensive understanding of Public Administration, Governance, Public Policy and Administrative Systems 
  • Core Subjects: Principles of Public Administration, Indian Administration, Public Policy, Human Resource Management, Local Self-Government, Administrative Thinkers, Financial Administration, Comparative Public Administration & E-Governance 
  • Optional Topics (OE): Urban Governance, Disaster Management, Good Governance, Public Relations, NGO Management, Social Welfare Administration, Human Rights Administration, Environmental Administration, Development Administration
  • Research-oriented curriculum: Research Methodology, Research Project (Semester III & IV) / OJT / FP (On-the-Job Training / Field Project)
  • Continuous Internal Assessment and Semester Evaluation
  • Students can pursue a Ph.D. programme after completing the M.A. programme
  • Medium of Instruction: English / Marathi / Hindi 

Eligibility Criteria

  • Any Graduate from recognized University 

Career Opportunities

  • Eligible for NET/SET examination
  • Research Scholar (Ph.D.) / Project Fellow
  • Strong foundation for competitive examinations (UPSC / MPSC / State Services)
  • Administrative Officer / Public Relations Officer
  • Policy Analyst / Governance Consultant
  • NGO Administrator / Social Development Officer
  • Human Resource and Personnel Management roles
  • Opportunities in Local Self-Government, Municipal Administration and Rural Development
  • Work in public sector organizations, research institutions and development agencies
  • Content Writing, Public Affairs and Administrative Consultancy

Why Choose This Subject?

  • Develops leadership, administrative and decision-making abilities
  • Enhances analytical thinking, communication and organizational skills
  • Provides understanding of governance, public policy and administrative processes
  • Builds research aptitude and problem-solving skills in public administration
  • Helps in understanding contemporary political and administrative challenges
  • Prepares students for higher studies, research and competitive examinations 

Extra-Curricular Activities in the Department

  • Organization of National and International Conferences
  • Guest Lectures by administrators, academicians and experts
  • Workshops, Seminars and Training Programs
  • Field Visits to Government Offices, Local Bodies and Institutions
  • Awareness Campaigns and Social Outreach Activities
  • Cultural Programs and Departmental Events

 

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