Commerce & FinancePostgraduate Program

MA in Economics & Econometrics (MA Economics)

Known Aliases:MA EconomicsMaster of Economics

Duration

2 Years

Avg Fresher Package

₹3.0 - ₹6.0 LPA

Top Exams

CUET (PG), University Level PG Entrance

Program Overview & Industry Scope

Advanced master degree in statistical econometrics, macro-financial modeling, development economics, game theory, and economic policy planning.

Eligibility Criteria & Academic Standard

Standard Qualification Requirements

Graduation in Economics / Mathematics / Statistics with 50% aggregate.

Accepted Entrance Examinations

CUET (PG)

Conducting Body: NTA • Accepted By: Central & State Universities

National Level

University Level PG Entrance

Conducting Body: Individual Univs • Accepted By: DU, BHU, Pune Univ, etc.

University Level

Curriculum & Key Semester Modules

Year 1Focus: Business Accounting

• Financial Accounting• Business Organization & Management• Business Economics• Business Law• Environment Studies

Year 2Focus: Corporate & Costing

• Corporate Accounting• Cost Accounting• Income Tax Law & Practice• Company Law• E-Commerce / Computer Applications

Year 3Focus: Auditing & Finance

• Auditing & Corporate Governance• Financial Management• Management Accounting• GST & Customs Law• Specialization Electives

Career Prospects, Salary & Recruiters

Primary Job Roles:

Chief EconomistEconomic AdvisorPolicy LeadFinancial Researcher

Industry Salary Benchmarks:

Fresher Starting

₹3.0 - ₹6.0 LPA

Mid-Career (3-6 Yrs)

₹7.0 - ₹12.0 LPA

Senior / Leadership

₹15.0 - ₹25.0+ LPA

Top Hiring Organizations:

🏢 EY🏢 KPMG🏢 PwC🏢 Deloitte🏢 Genpact🏢 HDFC Bank🏢 Tata Motors🏢 Reliance Industries

Frequently Asked Questions (MA Economics)

Generally, candidates must secure at least 45% to 50% aggregate in their qualifying exam (10+2 for UG programs and Graduation for PG programs). For top government institutes (like IITs, IIMs, NLUs, AIIMS), 60% to 75% aggregate is typically required along with a high percentile in national entrance exams.

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Orchid University

Mangan, Sikkim

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