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How do I go about choosing between JNU and DSE for MA Economics?
Both the courses are distinct from one another.
At DSE, they train you rigorously in mathematics. And this is an important part of your journey but that is about the only part DSE focuses on. Economic theory at DSE will give you an edge over a lot of other institutions and get your foot in the door inside a lot of big names in finance.
Now coming to JNU, they don’t give a lot of emphasis on Maths but they make sure you read a lot more than you will read at DSE. This means you build a well-rounded view of the world and how economies function. This is a good thing as it will help you very much in mainstream research and things like journalism where you need to know a lot of things.
Also, at JNU reading thoroughly is a part of the curriculum which is not the same in DSE. With the curriculum at JNU, you will discover different schools of thought and learn to think for yourself.
Overall, choosing JNU will be better.
How should I prepare for MA Economics entrances for JNU and DSE in 45 days?
Preparing for MA Economics entrances for JNU and DSE will need immense concentration and dedication. You will need to prioritize to keep everything in balance. Here are some things you can go through:
- The core subjects include Mathematics, Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics. Select any 3 out of these 5 subjects which you feel are your strengths.
- Revise the basics from your graduation notes and practice past year exam papers.
- For the subjects you feel you are weaker in, revise the basics. Do not spend too much time on them.
- Practice questions from past years.
- Analyse the topics in which you are lagging behind and try to read those in detail. You can also skip some topics too.
- For Statistics, focus more on Permutations and Combinations, Probability, Discrete and Continuous Random Variables.
- DSE requires a mathematical approach and proper concentration. So practice past year papers and do not forget concepts.
The books you can refer to are: Dornbush and Blanchard for Macroeconomics. Hal Varian, Nicolson, and Pyndick for Microeconomics. Hammond and Chiang for Maths. SC Gupta and Miller for Statistics and finally Gujarati for Econometrics.
Am I eligible for applying to MA Economics in DSE if I have an undergraduate degree in Computer Science Engineering?
Anyone who has completed his/her graduation in any stream can get admission to DSE for MA in Economics. The only eligibility criteria are at least 60% marks in the aggregate ( in the graduation program)
Earlier there was an additional requirement that the aspirant must have studied at least one Maths paper during their graduation. But the recent criteria do not even require that. However, DSE focuses a lot on Math, and having an Engineering background will definitely give you an edge over other candidates.
Recently DSE has witnessed many non-economic students willing to shift their careers in economics and want to pursue Master's in Economics. This shift among students stems from the increasing demand for economists globally in different domains of jobs like Analyst, Economist, Researcher, Data Scientist, etc.
As an MA in Economics aspirant, one thing to keep in mind is that although the entrance exam is easy, the program is quite rigorous and can be extremely stressful at times. So only a true Economics fan should go for it.
Why are Delhi School of Economics and other better ROI colleges (like JBIMS and many more) for an MBA not as popular as FMS?
I have a friend who completed his MBA from the Delhi School of Economics. This answer is based on his opinions about why colleges with better ROI like DSE and JBIMS fail to compete with FMS. He has listed a few reasons for the lack of popularity of such B-schools:
- Establishment: DSE MBA first began in 1986 whereas FMS was established in 1954. So the course and the institute are the oldest in the FMS case.
- Alumni: Being an older Institute, FMS has a much stronger alumni network that has built a certain level of credibility in the corporate world. This criterion is missing in the case of DSE.
- Courses offered: Until 2015, DSE offered courses like Master of Organization Development and Human Resources and Master of International Business instead of MBA. Firstly these specializations are not at par with Finance and Marketing. Secondly, MBA has more value than MHROD and MHIB.
- Industrial relations: FMS is much more exposed to the industry and has excellent relations with the corporate world owing to a large number of its alumni.
- Faculty: The faculty is almost similar as both DSE and FMS operate under DU. But the shortcomings are compensated for at FMS via the compulsory guest lectures by industry experts.
- Crowd: The extremely high cutoff ensures only the most talented people enter FMS thereby increasing the quality of education and peer learning experience at FMS. This aspect too is pretty weak in the case of DSE.
It is because of these strong factors that B Schools like JBIMS fail to match the level of popularity enjoyed by FMS.
Why are Delhi School of Economics and other better ROI colleges like JBIMS and many more for an MBA not as popular as FMS?
Here are some of the reasons that should be mentioned:
- DSE MBA was founded in 1986, whereas FMS was founded in 1954.
- An older institute has more alumni to leverage for placements and thus more alumni to build credibility in the institute branding.
- Until 2015, DSE offered a "Master" degree in HR/OD and IB, titled Master of Organization Development and Human Resources and Master of International Business. Two things stand out: i) HR/OD and IB are niche areas to enter in comparison to an MBA-Fin and MBA-Marketing. ii) A MHROD/MIB has lower popularity than an MBA.
- FMS has significantly more industry exposure than DSE, owing primarily to alumni/family of alumni/friends of alumni.
- Quality of Faculty: Though both FMS and DSE are run by DU, what DU lacks in academic-focused faculty is more than made up for in FMS, which has regular mandatory industry guest lecturers.
- The higher cut-off in FMS (relative to DSE) year after year ensures (though is not guaranteed) a certain quality benchmark of students coming in, leading to increased competition and peer learning. Something DSE could think about.
Between JNU and Delhi School Of Economics, which option will be the best to pursue a PhD in economics for an individual?
One of my cousins who did a Ph.D. said that choosing a college clearly depends upon the area of interest you have in mind for the research.
- It would be good if you start researching the professors of the colleges. If their field of expertise matches the field you wanted to opt for, then it’s a win-win situation.
- Well, If we talk about JNU I have been informed by one of my friends who did PhD from JNU that this university focuses on hardcore research. Moreover, it has a good number of professors who have decent experience in research.
- Whereas, DSE offers a master’s program that helps students to apply for corporate jobs. Thus, this institute is quite quantitative for its PG courses.
- Delhi School of Economics will teach mathematically to understand the contemporary style of economics. This will help you try for a Ph.D. abroad.
- JNUs teachings are much simpler and theories with less mathematical writing. If you want to sit for UPSC exams, JNU is really a good option.
Therefore, you need to choose wisely, pursuing Ph.D. would only be good if you receive a good piece of advice from your professors or someone who has appropriate experience.
Is an MBA in IB at DSE or an MBA from IIM Amritsar?
- Location: DSE is located in Delhi, which is a hub for business and industry in India.
- Delhi University Tag: DSE is a part of the prestigious Delhi University, which adds to its reputation.
- Small batch size: DSE has a smaller batch size which allows for a more personalized learning experience.
- Return on Investment: DSE has a great return on investment and it can be considered a good start towards your career.
What is the admission criteria for Delhi school of economics after class 12?
Delhi School of Economics is one of the premier institutes in India for higher education. Applying here after your class 12 will be a great opportunity. Students with 55% marks in aggregate in their 10+2 are eligible for application. The selection process is merit based.
They offer courses like Geography, Commerce, Sociology and Economics. They have a student intake of 74 students. Students appearing for their finals can also apply. There is no age limit and students from any stream are eligible for application.
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Categories |
Delhi School of Economics |
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Course Fee (UG) |
29,895 |
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Application Fee (UG) |
250 |
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Course Duration |
3 years |
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Highest Salary Package |
18 LPA |
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Average Salary Package |
10.57 LPA |
Placements at Delhi School of Economics are also good. More than 56 reputed companies participated in their placement program. These companies include IBM, Sopra, ICICI Bank, Infosys, RBL Bank, Genpact, TCS and many more. Students securing 60% in their exam are eligible for placements.
What is the admission procedure for an MA economics course in the Delhi School of Economics?
The admission procedure for an MA in economics at the Delhi School of economics has two modes, i.e. Direct or Merit Mode and Entrance Test Mode. For both modes of admission, the prerequisites are described below:
- Direct or Merit Mode- The candidates must have 60% aggregate in BA Economics Hons.
- Entrance Test Mode- The candidates must have 60% or first division or equivalent CGPA in undergraduate.
The documents needed at the time of admission are listed below.
- Academic Transcripts.
- Original and the attested copy of the character certificate from the Principal of the college last attended.
- Attested copy of the matriculation or other certificate showing the date of birth proof.
- In the case of students from other universities, a migration certificate is needed.
- Recent passport size photographs.
- Original and attested copy of the category certificate (if SC, ST, OBC, PWD, and CW category).
Which one is better for doing Bcom (Hons) -Anil Modi school of commerce (NMIMS) or DU South campus?
Both DU and Anil Modi School of Commerce are best in their unique aspects. DU is one of the highly ranked universities in the country. More than 90 colleges are affiliated with the DU campus. Similarly, Anil Modi School of Commerce is also one of the well-known colleges for management studies.
It has been ranked in the #1 position in BBA program by India Today and ranked in #2 position by Times B-School Survey. However, one cannot decide the best college based on the ranking alone.
Anil Modi School of Commerce
Admissions:
- Anil Modi School of Commerce is an affiliated college of NMIMS. Accepts students purely based on NPAT with at least 60% in 10+2.
- The first year fee is 1.87 lakhs.
- The faculty holds a good degree in their respective fields.
Placements:
- The highest and average salary packages in B.Com are 5 LPA and 3.54 LPA respectively.
- The top companies visiting the campus are TATA Capital, Choice Group, JP Morgan, Mahendra Realtors, UBS Group Variety, Wipro, Axis Bank, Deloitte, CITI Bank, and other top companies.
DU
DU is one of the top colleges in the country. It has ranked #18 by the NIRF in the India Rankings 2020. It accepts students based on the DU JAT entrance exam. B.Com Hons is a 3-year course for which one must have at least 50% in the 10+2 commerce stream.
Faculty and Placements
- The college holds the best faculty members holding master’s degrees and more in their respective fields.
- Some of the top companies visiting the campus are Hero Honda, Maruti Suzuki, Essar Group, Reliance, Gail, KPMG, Tata Power, Hindustan Copper, Moser Baer, Hindustan Times, Samsung, and other companies.
This is all about both the colleges. Both the colleges offer excellent course curriculum with good placement rates. So, choose the college that best suits you based on the various aspects mentioned above.
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