Ph.D.
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Ph.D.
RESEARCH PROGRAMME
About The Program
The PhD programme offered by the Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP) is designed to prepare students for careers as researchers, academics, and policy professionals. Through a rigorous and interdisciplinary curriculum, students learn to approach policy issues in a comprehensive and coherent manner, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methods. Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to make significant contributions to the academic and policy-making communities in India and abroad. With a focus on democratized development, JSGP's PhD programme offers students the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research on contemporary policy issues and challenges.
What Makes It Different at JGU
Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP) is committed to research and is dedicated to generating ideas, knowledge, and practices of democratized development. JSGP engages with the contemporary policy environment, which demands new imaginations, methodologies, and revitalized ethics.
Through collaborations both nationally and internationally, JSGP promotes interdisciplinary studies, joint teaching and research programmes, and develops a comparative perspective on global policy issues. The school provides students with a strong theoretical education and exposes them to the field in both rural and urban contexts, as well as actual institutional mechanisms.
JSGP also regularly invites academicians, activists, senior civil servants, politicians, NGOs workers, policymakers from UN and other international organizations to deliver lectures and interact with students and faculty, further enhancing the learning experience.
The Ph.D. programme is designed for individuals seeking advanced knowledge and expertise in their field of study. The eligibility criteria for admission to the programme requires candidates to enroll as either full-time or part-time students.
Full-time Ph.D. students, with or without fellowship, are expected to devote their entire time to complete the programme requirements. On the other hand, part-time Ph.D. students, without fellowship, can pursue their doctoral studies while balancing other employment obligations. The programme offers two distinct admission categories that cater to the diverse needs of aspiring candidates.
The coursework includes:
Research Methodology Courses: These courses provide students with the tools and techniques needed to conduct research in their field of study. The courses cover both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Core Courses: These courses are designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the theory and practice of their chosen field of study.
Elective Courses: These courses allow students to specialize in a particular area of their field of study. Students may choose from a wide range of elective courses offered by the university.
Independent Study: In addition to coursework, students may also undertake independent study under the guidance of a faculty member. Independent study allows students to explore a particular topic in greater depth.
Dissertation: The dissertation is the culmination of the Ph.D. programme. It is an original research project that demonstrates the student’s ability to conduct independent research and make a significant contribution to their field of study.
- Urban Studies
- Public Health
- Law and Institutions
- Governance and Public Institutions
- Mechanism Design and Auctions
- Banking and Monetary Policy
- Rural Studies
- Programme Evaluation
- Industrial Economics, Mergers and Acquisitions
- Gender Studies
After completing the Ph.D. programme at Jindal School of Government and Public Policy, graduates have a wide range of career opportunities to pursue. Graduates are equipped with highly specialized knowledge and skills, making them highly valued by employers in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.
Many graduates choose to pursue careers in academia, working as professors or researchers in universities, think tanks, or research institutions. They may conduct research in areas such as public policy analysis, governance, democracy, human rights, development studies, and international relations.
Graduates can also find employment in the public sector, working as policy analysts, advisors, or consultants for government agencies, non-governmental organizations, or international organizations such as the United Nations, World Bank, or Asian Development Bank. With their rigorous training in research, data analysis, and policy formulation, they can provide evidence-based recommendations and solutions to complex policy issues.
In the private sector, Ph.D. graduates can work in consulting firms, research institutions, or corporate social responsibility departments, where they can apply their expertise in policy analysis and evaluation to help clients navigate complex regulatory environments.
In addition, some Ph.D. graduates choose to start their own businesses or social enterprises, leveraging their expertise in public policy, governance, and development to create innovative solutions to societal problems.