MS after quitting Civil Services preparation

Shuffler

Hello forum mates,

I have decided to quit giving more attempts for civil services. Though I couldn't make it to the list, but still UPSC preparation has given me a much wider perspective and knowledge of many fields.//POLYMATH//

I had geography as my optional. I am a B.Tech in electrical engineering, but wasn't good at it during graduation.
I have some interest in economics and want to make use of the knowledge gained during preparation, and have already started planning for higher studies in economics.

I would like to know, if any forum mate has some knowledge about economics MS or MSc, someone who can guide me to choose from various economics courses, for an organic transition.
also, which university/school will be better, considering that i would like to pursue Ph.D. later.

Thank you
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Sleeplessnights_89

MSC in economics is not considered for Employment...i mean if you wanna pursue a job then it is straight PHD which will take 6 years at least...all employers in US consider Phd only....for PHD also they require strong knowledge of the subject beforehand and some papers that you have if you've to get admission in best schools...why not MS in Engineering which is two years only and better prospects of job

Shuffler

thank you @Sleeplessnights_89 for replying,

I don't fancy engineering anymore, and am afraid to be caught in wrong course opposite to my interest.

Also, I want to do PhD in economics, preferably in developmental economics. An engineering degree wont cater for increasing my prospects for the same.

Are you sure, MSc in economics are no considered for job? for example see this, http://www.topuniversities.com/student-info/careers-advice/what-can-you-do-masters-economics

GMsultan

MS in quantitative economics in prestigious institutes like ISI is very demanding. Placements are good enough and lots of scope for phd in elite institutions

Sleeplessnights_89

thank you @Sleeplessnights_89 for replying,

I don't fancy engineering anymore, and am afraid to be caught in wrong course opposite to my interest.

Also, I want to do PhD in economics, preferably in developmental economics. An engineering degree wont cater for increasing my prospects for the same.

Are you sure, MSc in economics are no considered for job? for example see this, http://www.topuniversities.com/student-info/careers-advice/what-can-you-do-masters-economics

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Shuffler

@GMsultan thanks for replying.

So you suggest doing a masters program from ISI India, and then apply for PhD abroad?
This is one of the options.

Do you know someone who has done so? If yes, can you please share his/her contact details?

MarkZuckerpandian

@GMsultan thanks for replying.

So you suggest doing a masters program from ISI India, and then apply for PhD abroad?
This is one of the options.

Do you know someone who has done so? If yes, can you please share his/her contact details?

Why dont you try masters in Engineering management?good job prospects as engineering managers. not that technical too

MarkZuckerpandian

One note many abroad univs need you to have microeco,macroceco and econometrics either as a colg subject or as additional course through OCWs...before applying..

arunnt

I am so happy to see you, transitioning your energy in a different direction.I would say,do whatever your heart says,it could never go bad.Just beware of choosing colleges, abroad.Look for a reputed,established university or else as a friend told before ,you could pursue Msc in ISI and then go to US for phd.There are many branches of economy,I would say go by your interest and not by job prospects.You could excel in any branch, you choose, provided you are passionate.

sunnysingh

not exactly commenting to help you brother,but i am in a similar predicament..

i have completed my masters in public administration this june....i have given the civil services twice and have failed to reach interview both times...i am saturated and left with little motivation to pursue the civil services exam...i want to go abroad for my phd in public adminstration ,but parents saying 24 is too young to quit the civil services dream...my only sibling is already settled in the US and her lifestyle makes me extremely jealous and i want to go abroad too..

what should i do?what do you guys suggest?

arunnt

not exactly commenting to help you brother,but i am in a similar predicament..

i have completed my masters in public administration this june....i have given the civil services twice and have failed to reach interview both times...i am saturated and left with little motivation to pursue the civil services exam...i want to go abroad for my phd in public adminstration ,but parents saying 24 is too young to quit the civil services dream...my only sibling is already settled in the US and her lifestyle makes me extremely jealous and i want to go abroad too..

what should i do?what do you guys suggest?

Always follow, what your heart says,don't hear the words of your parents or anyone,If you are fed up with this exam,then it is good to leave it and live a happy life in USA.Here,people would say many things but once you lost the passion it is best to quit and live your life happily,rather than bogged down by this.As for me,I have no interest in modern ,consumerist lifestyle but I have interest in some other things,everyone's interest differs and my advice based on your comment is this.You would do well by going abroad instead of being hampered down by this exam and later missing the chance to settle in US.All the best.