Master of Economics in Development Economics

The Programme is designed to give the students a broad exposure to the dynamics of the process of growth and development and the problems and issues it generates. It will trace the historical path traversed by development theorists and practitioners in their search for an appropriate paradigm.

Duration: 3 (Three) Semesters; 18 (Eighteen) Months

Features

Master of Economics in Development Economics programme has the following features:

• Total 1,200 marks and 48 credits
• Total 4 semesters over 18 months (4 months/semester but last semester is 6 months)
• English is the medium of instruction

Eligibility

For the admission, the school has set up the criterion that the candidates should have a Bachelor (4 Years) and / or Masters degree from a recognized university or an equivalent institute with good academic records (no 3rd class/division at any level) in the following subjects:

• Any area of Economics (e.g. economics, mathmatics mathematics, statistics, etc.)
• Development Studies

Students may also admitted from other backgrounds given some exceptional qualities and perform exceptionally well in the admission tests.
For those who have passed their qualifying examinations from outside Bangladesh or from any private university of Bangladesh, DScE shall determine equivalence of degrees awarded.
Those who are in fulltime jobs need to submit permissions from their employers that they will be allowed to attend classes regularly.
A student already admitted or continuing a fulltime academic programme is not eligible to apply for this master’s programme.

Selection Process

The selection criteria comprise written test and interview of the short-listed candidates. The written test includes both multiple choice questions (MCQ) and short answers on basic economics (microeconomics, macroeconomics, development economics, and public finance), statistics, mathematics and elementary environmental issues. Special considerations are also given to students with experiences on concepts relating economy-environment linkages. The school reserves the right to change its admission procedure and take either both written and interview or only interview in the selection of the students. Any decision made by the DScE authority will be final.

Evaluation and Grading System

Evaluation and grading shall be determined as per the rules of the University of Dhaka. These include:

• Semester final examination
• Term papers and assignments
• Class attendance
• Active participation in class /tutorial /group discussion and class tests

Admission Time?

End quarter of the year: October-December