Policy Analyst
ELIGIBILITY
- For 10th: Completion of 10th grade.
- For 12th: Completion of 12th grade in any stream, preferably with subjects like Economics, Political Science, or Sociology.
- Training: A bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, or related fields. Strong analytical skills, research abilities, and knowledge of policy analysis methods are essential.
ENTRANCE TESTS
- No specific entrance tests for policy analyst roles. However, entrance exams for relevant undergraduate courses like BA Public Policy or BA Political Science can be beneficial.
- For postgraduate studies: Entrance exams like GRE (for international programs), NET (National Eligibility Test), or specific exams for MA/MSc in Public Policy programs.
AVAILABLE COURSES
- Bachelor’s Degree: BA in Public Policy, BA in Political Science, BA in Economics, BA in Sociology.
- Master’s Degree: MA in Public Policy, MA in Political Science, MA in Economics, MA in Sociology, or MBA with specialization in Public Policy.
- Doctorate Degree: PhD in Public Policy for advanced research and academic roles.
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
- Government Agencies: Analyzing policy effectiveness, conducting impact assessments, and developing new policies.
- Non-Profit Organizations: Researching policy issues, advocating for policy changes, and influencing public opinion.
- Consulting Firms: Providing policy consulting services to businesses, governments, and international organizations.
- Think Tanks: Conducting policy research, publishing reports, and influencing public policy debates.
- International Organizations: Working with bodies like the UN, World Bank, or NGOs on global policy issues and development projects.
- Academic Institutions: Teaching policy analysis courses, conducting policy research, and publishing academic papers.
- Corporate Sector: Analyzing regulatory policies, assessing compliance risks, and influencing industry regulations.
- Media and Journalism: Providing policy analysis and commentary for news outlets, think pieces, and policy-related publications.
