Masters in Economics 2023 at South Asian University (SAU)
Masters in Economics 2023 South Asian University (SAU) is a international university founded by the governments of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. SAU offers a variety of postgraduate programmes, including a Master's degree in Economics.
Candidates must meet the following requirements to be eligible for the Master of Economics programme at SAU:
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Educational Requirements: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in Economics or a related discipline from a recognised university (an institution recognised by the government of any of the SAARC countries) with a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent grade. Candidates who have graduated from a non-English speaking country must provide proof of English proficiency.
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Admission Test: All candidates must appear for the SAU entrance test, which assesses the candidates' knowledge of Economics, Mathematics, and English language skills. The admission test carries a weightage of 70% in the overall selection process. Because a solid understanding of economics at the undergraduate level is required to succeed in the Master's programme, the Entrance Test will include questions on undergraduate economics, mathematics, and statistics.
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Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview, which carries a weightage of 30% in the overall selection process. The interview aims to evaluate the candidates' suitability for the program and their potential to contribute to the academic community.
Note: The eligibility criteria may differ for candidates from SAARC countries other than India. Candidates are advised to check the specific requirements on the SAU website.
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