CHRIST (Deemed to University), Bangalore

DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

School of Commerce, Finance and Accountancy

Syllabus for
Master of Arts (Public Policy)
Academic Year  (2023)

 
1 Semester - 2023 - Batch
Course Code
Course
Type
Hours Per
Week
Credits
Marks
MPP131 POLICY ANALYSIS AND PROCESS Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP132 GOVERNANCE, POLITY, AND CONSTITUTION Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP133 STATE, MARKET, AND ECONOMY Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP134 SOCIO- ECONOMIC HISTORY Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP135 GEO- POLITICAL DETERMINANTS OF PUBLIC POLICY Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP136 ETHICS IN PUBLIC POLICY Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP137 QUANTITATIVE AND REASONING SKILLS Skill Enhancement Courses 3 3 50
2 Semester - 2023 - Batch
Course Code
Course
Type
Hours Per
Week
Credits
Marks
MPP231 TECHNOLOGY IN PUBLIC POLICY - 4 4 100
MPP232 RURAL DEVELOPMENT POLICY - 4 4 100
MPP233 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION - 4 4 100
MPP234 SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIES OF SOCIAL CHANGE - 4 4 100
MPP235 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY - 4 4 100
MPP236 ADVANCED ECONOMICS-I - 4 4 100
MPP261 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING - 0 2 50
3 Semester - 2022 - Batch
Course Code
Course
Type
Hours Per
Week
Credits
Marks
MPP331 INDIAN FOREIGN POLICY Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP332 MICRO-FINANCE POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP333 MEDIA AND PUBLIC POLICY Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP334 URBAN PLANNING AND POLICY Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP335 ADVANCED ECONOMICS-II Core Courses 4 4 100
MPP336 SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIES OF SOCIAL CHANGE-II Core Courses 4 4 100
4 Semester - 2022 - Batch
Course Code
Course
Type
Hours Per
Week
Credits
Marks
MPP431 SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY - 4 4 100
MPP432 HUMAN RIGHTS AND PRISON POLICY - 4 4 100
MPP433 GENDER AND MINORITY LAWS IN PUBLIC POLICY - 4 4 100
MPP434 EDUCATIONAL POLICY - 4 4 100
MPP435 PUBLIC HEALTH - 4 4 100
MPP481 RESEARCH PROJECT/PROJECT WORK - 0 4 100
    

    

Introduction to Program:

Master of Public Policy Program in Christ (Deemed to be University) will enable students to obtain an in-depth understanding of public policy and perform effectively in contemporary political, economic, and social environment in a coherent and comprehensive manner. The interdisciplinary curriculum equips students to create social impact at local, national, and global levels and prepare for Civil Service examination in India. Students would develop quantitative, qualitative, and analytical skills, and receive substantive exposure to the real-world policy making processes.

Programme Outcome/Programme Learning Goals/Programme Learning Outcome:

PO1: Apply theoretical principles and integrate technology to enable and implement interventions to key social issues around them and thereby positively impact policy making.

PO2: Build distinguished careers as policy makers ethical and social sensitivity with government bodies, state machinery and global institutions.

PO3: Apply advanced knowledge of research and statistics to conduct independent research investigations and formulate solutions to complex problems of policy and social impact.

PO4: Exhibit deep understanding of the challenges and requirements of rural India with knowledge and skills to develop policies towards betterment of rural India thereby promoting inclusiveness and diversity

PO5: Evaluate and resolve real time social issues through effective policy making and implementation with specialized knowledge developed through experiential learning.

PO6: Exhibit a critical and solution-oriented mindset by integrating socio-economic perspectives, inter-disciplinary knowledge and skills for effective policy making and implementation.

PO7: Demonstrate digital proficiency, ethical values, leadership traits, communication skills and innovative thinking for optimal performance in personal, professional, societal and environmental domains.

Programme Educational Objective:

PE01:  Apply theoretical principles and integrate technology to enable and implement interventions to key social issues around them and thereby positively impact policy making.

PE02: To provide a strong foundation level understanding of the functioning of constitution, NGOs, State and central Government.

PE03: To develop necessary professional knowledge and skills to take civil service examination.

PE04: To enhance employability to be able to take up challenging job assignments like working with statutory bodies and policy makers.

PE05: To nurture the students in intellectual, personal, interpersonal and societal skills with a bent on Holistic Education

Assesment Pattern

 

Grading pattern will be the same as approved by the University for UG Courses as detailed herein below:

Percentage

Grade

Grade Point

Interpretation

Class

80 and Above

A+

  4.00

Outstanding

First Class with Distinction

73-79

A

3.67

Excellent

First Class

66-72

A-

  3.33

Very Good

First Class

60-65

B+

  3.00

Good

First Class

55-59

B

  2.67

Aveage

Second Class

50-54

C+

  2.33

Satisfactory

Second Class

45-49

C

2.00

Pass

Pass Class

40-44

D

  1.00

Pass

Pass Class

39 and Below

F

    0

Fail

Fail

Examination And Assesments

Evaluation Pattern

Department of Professional Studies follows a rigorous system of continuous evaluation, and the assessment events include quizzes, tests, assignments, mid-term and end-term exams, individual/group project work, presentations etc.  

Students are evaluated for each course on the basis of written examination and continuous internal assessments. Each paper carries maximum of 100 marks and is evaluated as follows:

End Semester Examination (ESE)

50%

Mid Semester Examination (CIA-2)

25%

Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA - 1 & 3)

20%

Attendance 

05%

Total

100%

           

·       Written Examinations consists of:

§  Mid Semester Exam – 50 Marks (2 hours duration)

§  End Semester Exam – 100 Marks (3 hours duration)

·       A student should secure a minimum of 40% Marks in the ESE to pass in that paper.

·       In aggregate for each paper, for internal and end semester put together, at least 40 Marks out of 100 must be secured to pass in that paper.

 

Question Bank:

Subject wise Question Bank is prepared every semester to test the Conceptual, Application, Analytical and Problem-solving skills of the students. These question banks are prepared by the faculty member teaching the subject and duly verified by the subject expert.

Question Paper Pattern for the End Semester Examination:

The question paper pattern for the End Semester Examination is as follows:

 

Sections

Type

Marks

A

Conceptual / Descriptive/Analytical Type questions

20X5 = 100

Continuous Internal Assessments (CIA):x

CIA – 1 and 3 : Continuous Internal Assessment

Written (reports) – Group or Individual, Understanding of the subjects, Participative learning, Presentation and VIVA, Quiz, Multiple choice based test etc.

CIA – 2:  Continuous Internal Assessment - Mid Semester Exam (MSE)

Mid Semester Exam marks will be taken for Internal Assessment. MSE marks will be reduced to 25 for this purpose. The question paper pattern for the Mid Semester Examination is as follows:

Sections

Type

Marks

A

Short Answer Questions

5 x 2 = 10

B

Conceptual / Descriptive Type questions

2 x 5 = 10

C

Analytical / Essay Type Questions

2 x 15 = 30

 

Attendance:

The marks distribution for attendance is as follows:

95 – 100%       -           5 marks

90 – 94%         -           4 marks

85 – 89%         -           3 marks

80 – 84%         -           2 marks

76 – 79%         -           1 mark

MPP131 - POLICY ANALYSIS AND PROCESS (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course is designed to familiarize students with the basic concepts, theories and models of public policy analysis. 

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to use proven methods and frameworks to analyse key policies

CO2: Students will be able to identify and explain the key determinants of policy making

CO3: Students will be able to evaluate the potential outcomes and effects of public policies

CO4: Students will be able to understand and apply various approaches to policy-making

CO5: Students will be able to critically analyse the existing policies in India

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP132 - GOVERNANCE, POLITY, AND CONSTITUTION (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course reinforces and establishes the importance of governance, polity and constitutional provisions in policy design and implementation

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to evaluate the role of key government policies and interventions

CO2: Students will be able to identify and explain the features and provisions of the Indian Constitution

CO3: Students will be able to discuss concepts in transparency and accountability of policy-makers

CO4: Students will be able to understand the role of various stakeholders in the policy process

CO5: Students will be able to establish a relationship between existing policy implementation with Indian polity and Governance

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP133 - STATE, MARKET, AND ECONOMY (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course is designed to familiarize students with the basic concepts, theories and models of economics, market and the state which are relevant to public policy

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to define and remember basic concepts of economics applicable to public projects

CO2: Students will be able to explain and identify key factors affecting/ determining market variables

CO3: Students will be able to compare and evaluate different economic Policies in India

CO4: Students will be able to describe and evaluate trends in State policy

CO5: Students will be able to review and Evaluate the Indian economy

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP134 - SOCIO- ECONOMIC HISTORY (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course introduces students to important concepts in the field of Indian History necessary for formulation of effective policy-making in India

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to understand and recall socio, economic and political history of India.

CO2: Students will be able to analyse the impact of ancient and medieval history on the policy-making

CO3: Students will be able to explore the turning points of Indian History.

CO4: Students will be able to discuss and compare the socio, economic, religious and administrative polices under different rulers and dynasties

CO5: Students will be able to appraise the impact of British rule and freedom movement

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP135 - GEO- POLITICAL DETERMINANTS OF PUBLIC POLICY (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course introduces students to vital geographical factors that influence the policy process

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to analyze the geographical considerations in policy-making

CO2: Students will be able to discuss key geopolitical concepts inherent in policy discussions

CO3: Students will be able to identify geographical factors that shape policy making

CO4: Students will be able to understand geographical considerations of the policy process

CO5: Students will be able to review policy through geographical lens.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP136 - ETHICS IN PUBLIC POLICY (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course establishes the importance of ethics in policy-making and orients students with fundamental concepts in the field of ethics

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to understand ethical considerations of policies

CO2: Students will be able to identify and explain the ethical factors of policies in redistribution

CO3: Students will be able to analyze the need for ethics for in various state policies

CO4: Students will be able to discuss the role of various stakeholders in the policy process

CO5: Students will be able to evaluate the impact of public policy in socio economic scenario in India.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP137 - QUANTITATIVE AND REASONING SKILLS (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:45
No of Lecture Hours/Week:3
Max Marks:50
Credits:3

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills for effective policy making and efficient policy management

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to use important tools of policy analysis

CO2: Students will be able to evaluate the potential outcomes and effects of policies

CO3: Students will be able to interpret data to provide efficient policy recommendations

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP231 - TECHNOLOGY IN PUBLIC POLICY (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

The course orients students with emerging and innovative technological inputs of the policy cycle and associated impacts

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to discuss the impact of technological intervention on policy-making

CO2: Students will be able to analyze the priorities for use of technology and dedication of resources

CO3: Students will be able to understand the constraints inherent in digitalization and shift to technological processes

CO4: Students will be able to identify potential policy gaps that technology can bridge

CO5: Students will be able to establish priorities for technology policy.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP232 - RURAL DEVELOPMENT POLICY (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course familiarizes students with key concepts in agricultural and rural transformation and the associated policy making process

Course Outcome

CO1: Understand the dynamics of political, economic and social change in rural India

CO2: Analyze problems of rural India in a theoretical and historical framework

CO3: Identify key determinants of efficiency of government programmes in the rural sector

CO4: Discuss the role of various stakeholders in the rural policy process.

CO5: Evaluate implementations of Government schemes and policies for rural areas.

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Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP233 - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course orients students with mechanisms of public administration that are fundamental to effective policy making 

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to define key concepts in public administration

CO2: Students will be able to understand the role of public institutions in the policy process

CO3: Students will be able to analyze models of and approaches to public administration

CO4: Students will be able to evaluate the functioning of public administrative institutions in India

CO5: Students will be able to compare global and National trend in public administration.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP234 - SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIES OF SOCIAL CHANGE (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course builds a sociological framework for students to analyze policy-making within

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to assess changes in society through theoretical frameworks

CO2: Students will be able to examine the impact of policy on social structure

CO3: Students will be able to analyze the role of social institutions in the policy process

CO4: Students will be able to critique state policies through a sociological lens

CO5: Students will be able to evaluate role of family in policy formulation and intervention.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP235 - RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Humanities research involves systematic research to determine policy decision outcomes. It is trans-disciplinary, and engages with both theory and practice. The course intends to provide comprehensive knowledge & skills about the research methods that are employed to investigate problems in Public Policy field.

Course Outcome

CO1: Student will be able to explain the overall process of designing a research study from its inception to its report

CO2: Student will be able to discuss the primary characteristics of quantitative research and qualitative research

CO3: Student will be able to conduct a literature review for a scholarly educational study and discuss ethical issues is research

CO4: Student will be able to critically analyze research methodologies identified in existing literature

CO5: Student will be able to develop a comprehensive research methodology for a research question and organize and conduct research in an appropriate manner.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP236 - ADVANCED ECONOMICS-I (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course orients students with mechanisms and methods of economics that are fundamental to effective policy making 

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will be able to evaluate the merits of major economic policies formulated on a global level

CO2: Students will be able to analyze policy decisions in the framework of advanced economic models

CO3: Students will be able to examine the role of institutions in economic stabilization

CO4: Students will be able to dispute the functioning of economic policy against welfare indicators

CO5: Students will be able to understand economic adjustments in policy implementation

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP261 - EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING (2023 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:0
No of Lecture Hours/Week:0
Max Marks:50
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course orients students intending to pursue UPSC as a career option to take a deep dive into the subject matter, and for the policy students who wish to explore career opportunities in the development and policy space, helps them to get a real-world understanding.

Course Outcome

CO1: Develop problem-solving approach and employability competencies to help them transition to academic/corporate careers.

CO2: Adopt reflective thinking and a sense of transcendence in work values and develop personal integrity

CO3: Build environment sensitivity and mutual respect towards academic institutions / Government and Non-Government organizations they operate.

CO4: Develop peer recognition, personal integrity traits, and communication skills

CO5: Respect diversity and develop international mindedness and multiculturalism in business organization/academic institution

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP331 - INDIAN FOREIGN POLICY (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

The course orients students with stances and policy tradeoffs involved in Indian Foreign Policy

Course Outcome

CO1: Contrast Indian Foreign Policy with global policy making frameworks

CO2: Appraise the determinants of India?s Foreign Policy

CO3: Understand the domestic factors that constrain foreign policy

CO4: Identify emerging areas for global partnerships

CO5: Evaluate historical context of foreign policy

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP332 - MICRO-FINANCE POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

This course familiarizes students with key concepts in microfinancing and the unique models initiated and developed in India

Course Outcome

CO1: Discover the onset and status of microfinance programmes in India

CO2: Correlate Indian status with global frameworks of microfinance

CO3: Identify key determinants of efficiency of micro-financing programmes

CO4: Discuss the role of various stakeholders in the rural policy process

CO5: Evaluate microfinance policy formulation and implementation.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP333 - MEDIA AND PUBLIC POLICY (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

This course critically analyzes and deconstructs the role of the media in shaping and formulating public policy 

Course Outcome

CO1: Assess key outputs and outcomes of media policy

CO2: Understand the role of media institutions in the policy process

CO3: Analyze the global scenario of media houses as policy actors

CO4: Evaluate the functioning of media institutions in India

CO5: Evaluate policy implementation through media regulation.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP334 - URBAN PLANNING AND POLICY (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

This course builds a framework for students to analyze the role of urban planning as a determinant of public policy

Course Outcome

CO1: Assess changes in society through urban planning framework

CO2: Examine the impact of urban planning on social policy

CO3: Analyze the role of planning the policy process

CO4: Critique state policies through an urbanization lens

CO5: Review and evaluate urban planning policy in India

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP335 - ADVANCED ECONOMICS-II (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

This course reinforces concepts in economics that are fundamental to effective policy making and introduces students to Indian Economic theory 

Course Outcome

CO1: Compare major economic policies formulated on a global level against Indian Policies

CO2: Analyze policy decisions in the framework of Indian constraints

CO3: Examine the role of domestic institutions in economic policy formulation

CO4: Dispute the functioning of economic policy against welfare indicators in India

CO5: Understand new economic policy formulation

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP336 - SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIES OF SOCIAL CHANGE-II (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description: The course reinforces theories of social change and examines them in the context of India and Indology

Course Outcome

CO1: Contrast Indian Social frameworks with global sociological frameworks

CO2: Appraise the social determinants of Indian Policy making

CO3: Understand the domestic factors that constrain development policy

CO4: Identify newer approaches to development of socio-economic interests

CO5: Evaluate social policy formulation and visions of social change in India

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP431 - SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

The course introduces students to environmental protection policies adopted globally and in India and the frameworks to balance development against social and environmental considerations

Course Outcome

CO1`: Contrast Indian Environmental Policy with global policy making frameworks

CO2: Appraise the determinants of India?s Environmental Policy

CO3: Understand the social factors that constrain environmental responsibility

CO4: Identify emerging opportunities for global collaboration on environmental responsibility

CO5: Interpret social impact of environmental policy

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP432 - HUMAN RIGHTS AND PRISON POLICY (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

This course reinforces concepts in economics that are fundamental to effective policy making and introduces students to Indian Economic theory 

Course Outcome

CO1: Compare major economic policies formulated on a global level against Indian Policies

CO2: Analyze policy decisions in the framework of Indian constraints

CO3: Examine the role of domestic institutions in economic policy formulation

CO4: Dispute the functioning of economic policy against welfare indicators in India

CO5: Compare global and national present policy.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP433 - GENDER AND MINORITY LAWS IN PUBLIC POLICY (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

This course critically analyzes the inclusivity of gender and minority rights in shaping and formulating public policy 

Course Outcome

CO1: Assess key variables of inclusivity and marginalization of gender and minorities is public policy

CO2: Understand the role of minority rights in the policy process

CO3: Analyze the global scenario of the marginalized as policy actors

CO4: Evaluate the status of gender and other minorities in India

CO5: Understand policy implementation addressing minority rights.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP434 - EDUCATIONAL POLICY (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

This course builds a framework for students to analyze the role of education in the public policy process

Course Outcome

CO1: Assess changes in society brought about by positive education policies

CO2: Examine the impact of education on social development

CO3: Analyze the role of education in the policy process

CO4: Critique state policies impacting access to education

CO5: Evaluate role of institutions in education policy implementation

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP435 - PUBLIC HEALTH (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course description:

This course is designed to highlight the challenges in access to healthcare and the determinants of policy in the area of public health

Course Outcome

CO1: Discuss the role of various stakeholders in the health policy process

CO2: Evaluate public health programs in India

CO3: Correlate Indian status with global frameworks of public health

CO4: Identify key determinants of the efficiency of public health programmes

CO5: Discover the status of public health programmes in India

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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MPP481 - RESEARCH PROJECT/PROJECT WORK (2022 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:0
No of Lecture Hours/Week:0
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Course Objectives/Course Description

Student conducts research on a self-chosen subject in the field Public Policy/ Students complete a project report of project undertaken with any Government or Non-government Organization.

Course Outcome

CO1: Students will get an opportunity to study in-depth, a topic area of interest.

CO2: Students will get the experience of completing a significant research paper/project report in an intellectually independent and largely self-directed fashion

CO3: Students will develop skills of critical inquiry and ability to write an academic paper/ Project report that demonstrates an in-depth understanding of an area of research.

CO4: Students will be able to apply the research methods learned in the real-time context

CO5: Students will learn to draw the scope of a research study and the feasibility of any study

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
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