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How can I get into Delhi School of Economics for an M.A. in sociology?
Admission to MA in Sociology at Delhi School of Economics is based on merit or entrance examination scores. Only those who have completed BA (Hons) in Sociology from Delhi University with an aggregate of around 55%, can apply for merit-based admission.
Others, including students from DU, need to apply under ‘entrance’ if they satisfy the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria is at least 50% marks in graduation.
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).
Between JNU and Delhi School Of Economics, which option will be the best to pursue a PhD in economics for an individual?
Ph.D. is different from other degrees in which you learn and take exams. During your Ph.D. you need a research guide who takes an interest in your work and is involved in active research in the same field as you.
Unless your guide is active in research, they can not guide you. Here research refers to publishable research in good journals.
Your field of research will determine the better option out of the two to pursue your Ph.D. in Economics. If say, you wish to work on Marxism/Communism or related topics, CESP JNU is the right choice for you. You will find ample assistance in JNU.
If you wish to work in Micro Theory such as on Contract theory or Industrial Organization, DSE will be the right option. There are more faculty members in DSE than CITD JNU who work in these areas.
If you wish to work on DSGE literature ( Macro), the guide will exist as a formality and you will be on your own for the most part. This field of research is not pursued by most in India and you will mostly have to rely on yourself.
Also, if you wish to work in the corporate after your Ph.D. , join DSE as it offers very good placements. JNU does not offer on campus placements. The economics at JNU though, is very enriching. There you will be exposed to a variety of subjects, debates, etc.
You must choose between JNU and DSE for your Ph.D. Economics, based on your personal preference and your field of research.
What is the difference between the Delhi school of economics and Delhi university in perspective form ma in economics?
In terms of MA Economics, there is no difference between Delhi University and Delhi School of Economics. The MA in Economics degree offered by DU is through DSE since it is the Economics department of Delhi University. It is one of the most-sought after Economic schools in the country and offers excellent education in the field.
Is St. Stephen's College better than Delhi School of Economics for an MA in economics?
The MA in Economics course of St. Stephens College is taught by University of Delhi, Economics department, i.e. Delhi School of Economics. The classes are held at the university along with students from other colleges under DU. DSE offers excellent academics.
Being a student of St. Stephen’s you will also have access to the facilities of the college such as the library, hostels, etc.
What should be the order of preference for MBA among DSE, XIMB, MICA, FORE, SIBM and SCMHRD?
The following information is used to compare: Placement info, Cut-off in the entrance exam, Location, Institue’s age and Fee.
To expertise in Marketing, the following would be best:
- MICA>= SIBM Pune
- XIMB and SCMHRD
- FORE
- DSE
To expertise in finance, the following would be best:
SIBM Pune > SCMHRD > XIMB > FORE > DSE
To expertise in HR, the following would be best:
SCMHRD > SIBM-Pune > XIMB and FORE > DSE
Which is better, an MBA from Delhi School of Economics, or an MBA from the Department of Financial Studies?
The choice of MBA from Delhi School of Economics or Department of Financial Studies entirely depends upon the interest of the student. If you are interested in finance, then definitely Department of Financial Studies will be a better option than Delhi School of Economics.
Though, if you are confused about the stream, then you can opt for Delhi School of Economics. In Delhi School of Economics, companies hire students irrespective of their profiles such as finance, operations, marketing, etc.
Both being part of Delhi University, so the brand, infrastructure, etc are kind of the same.
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Categories |
Delhi School of Economics |
Department of Financial Studies |
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Total Fees |
Rs. 34,000 |
Rs. 26,000 |
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Placement Percentage |
90% |
100% |
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Highest CTC |
22 LPA |
25 LPA |
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Average CTC |
11 LPA |
11-12 LPA |
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Lowest CTC |
6 LPA |
7 LPA |
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Top Recruiting Companies |
ICICI, Deloitte, D E Shaw, Trident and Reliance. |
Bank of India, E&Y, Bank of America, HP, Coca Cola, ICICI Bank, KPMG. |
Recruiting Companies
- The most offered jobs in Delhi School of Economics is in sales and marketing.
- Though, few big companies like KPMG, Emerson, Janlaxmi, etc. also visit every year and it is the same case for other profiles.
Faculty
- The faculty of MBA in Delhi School of Economics is average.
- The faculties are mostly M.Com students passed out from B-school. There are indeed also some experienced teachers.
The faculties of MBA in Department of Financial Studies are top-notch in finance and are at par with IIMs. Most of the faculties are Ph.D. holders having a vast teaching experience. The faculties also have industrial expertise.
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.
Is research in economics at IIMA/B/C at par with that of Delhi School of economics?
The choice is dependent upon your field of interest. At DSI, you will find supervisors for various specializations in the field of Economics, the major ones being - Development, Econometrics, Agriculture, Public Policy, Environment, Production, Finance, Micro, and Macro. There is at least one supervisor each for the different specializations.
To get admission into DSI, a candidate, however, must clear the entrance and the interview.
Research from IIMs is concentrated in the areas of management, finance, monetary and fiscal policy.
You must, therefore, make a choice keeping in mind your field of interest and the availability of the right supervisor.
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