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Azim Premji University

Contact Information:

Azim Premji University
India
http://www.azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/SitePages/index.aspx

Course Information:

Sociology of Development
Economics of Development
Political Philosophy and Politics in India
Ecology and Development
Law and Governance
Causal and Inferential Methods
Theory and Philosophy of Development
Introduction to Research
Social Interventions
Intro. to Education, Health and Livelihoods
Constitutional Foundations of State Institutions
The State, Market and Economy
The State and Governance in India
Public Policy in India
Data, Research Design and Descriptive Methods
Values and Ethics in Public Affairs
Processes of State Action
Everyday State in India
Programme Evaluation
Policy Analysis
Policy Research and Communication
State Transformation and Governance
Open Course 1&2
 A well-rounded and balanced curriculum that allows students to explore areas that focus on themes related to the arts, culture, the sciences and other subjects of topical interest. Students are required to study two courses from a wide range of subjects such as literature, arts, cinema, epics, science, history, dance etc. based on their interest. About 10-15 open courses are offered each semester.
Field Projects 1-3 for MAPPG
 Rigorous field-engagements and internships have been designed as part of the programme to help students learn by observing how policy works in practice. The field engagement has three components that are staggered to enable students apply classroom learning to appreciate policy and governance problems and solutions from the ground.
Field Immersion, Internship, and Project for MADP
 Field Practice forms an integral part of the M.A. Development programme. It helps develop a deeper understanding of the practical implications of the learning acquired through course work. The Field Practice allows students to reflect on their role as change agents in the development domain and build skills for development action effectively.
Electives 1-8 for MADP
 The elective courses are designed to build knowledge bases – theoretical, practical or procedural -- in particular areas of development. They are meant to supplement and extend understanding acquired in the core areas through deeper engagement with specific aspects of developmental theory and practice. Typically, 40 – 50 electives are on offer each year. Electives could be 2, 3 or 4 credits
Electives 1-7 for MAPPG
 All electives are in the second year and will allow students to extend their understanding of the foundation disciplines, deepen their methodological training as well as develop domain expertise in particular fields. An illustrative list of electives will comprise courses on land governance, e – governance, gender, health, education, environment, budgeting, taxation, public finance, and corruption
Independent Study for MADP
 Students can choose to do an independent study, in place of an elective, in the fourth semester. This gives students the freedom to go beyond a set syllabus and explore a topic of their interest in depth. They will have the freedom to define not just the topic of their study but also to shape the final work and the parameters for evaluation in consultation with their faculty mentor.
Independent Study for MAPPG
 Students can choose to do a faculty guided independent study, in the fourth semester. This gives students the freedom to go beyond the syllabus and explore a topic of their interest in depth. They will have the freedom to define not just the topic of their study but also to shape the final work and the parameters for evaluation

Program Information:

School of Development

School of Policy and Governance

Degree and Certificate Information

Degrees

Degree/
Level		Title/
English Correspondence		SubjectCredit HoursWorking
Language		History
Master of Arts in Development
Postgraduate		 72
Master of Arts in Public Policy and Governance
Postgraduate		 72

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Information on Training and Other Services

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Additional Information

The Master of Arts (M.A.) Development Programme at Azim Premji University aims to prepare individuals capable of informed and thoughtful development action, aware of the complexity, depth and scope of the discourse of development, its ethical imperatives and its implications for policy and action. They will be in a position to meaningfully contribute to meeting India’s growing need for individuals who can engage with development challenges. The Master of Arts in Public Policy and Governance (MPG) will prepare students to become critical and analytical thinkers who can develop effective and equitable solutions to public policy and governance challenges. The programme will help students learn about the ideas, mechanisms and practices of public policy as well as the nature, quality and legitimacy of the institutions and practices of governance. Through a carefully designed curriculum the programme aims to prepare students to:  Critically analyze the ideas, mechanisms, practices and outcomes that shape public policy problems, programmes and policies;  Provide purposive programmatic solutions, and undertake critical and impactful research  Become reflective practitioners in public affairs through careers in the government, development organizations, social enterprises, think tanks, the media and other agencies involved in public affairs.

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