Public Policy & Governance- A SMART Career Choice

The Class 12 exams are over and with it the school life. Now it’s time to enter the new world of college and career. Lots of dreams about the future along with the fantasy and imagination about the college or university campus. On the other hand, your adolescent age is going on with all the transitional changes, where you feel you have grown up but at times parents feel you are still young to take any decision. With all this stress and storm you feel that only friends can understand you. Keeping all your interest and imagination we at Jagran Lakecity University provide you everything under one roof.

Ultimately if you are planning to do something different and be on the other side of the table then, of course, your career choice should be a SMART career choice. Where you really need to be very Specific in choosing your fraternity, that is Hon’s in Public Policy and Administration which you can  Measure by checking its various career opportunities not only in India but even at the international level. Your passion to be an executive can be fulfilled, as it is Achievable by opting the courses related to it. With the grooming of basic personality traits, a Realistic front is achieved. Last but not the least, the course is Time-bound so you and your career will be more secure and well on the time you can start your journey of earning money.  The journey in Public administration is not restricted to IAS officer, but we have many more career opportunities which you can always get it as per your personality and personal skill along with the degree in Public Administration.

The Indian Foreign Services (IFS)

If you like the thought of getting paid for making sure World War III doesn’t break out, IFS is an exciting career option. The Indian Foreign Service (IFS) is an administrative diplomatic civil service directly under the Ministry of External Affairs. Their training, of a little more than a year, begins at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) in Mussoorie, where members of many other elite Indian civil services are also trained. Most people prefer to have an undergraduate degree in related subjects such as international relations theory, military diplomacy, trade, India's foreign policy, administration, etc while simultaneously prepping for their entrance exams.

Executive Director of a NGO

All national and international non-governmental organisations such as the UNFPA, UNESCO and the CRY foundation prefer personnel having a degree in public administration, as they are trained in national and international policies along with their subjects of expertise including political science, international relations, law and public administration.

Political Affairs Officer with the UN

Being a part of the prestigious United Nations is an upside in itself, but the career choice of becoming a Political Affairs officer comes with the added benefits of international standards of pay, regular posting in places ranging from New York to South Africa, as well as meeting the heads of various countries experiencing their hospitality. Their subjects of expertise include political science, international relations, law, public administration, or related fields. The UN often advises an advanced degree, such as Masters, in the subjects, along with an emphasis on the core values of integrity, professionalism and a healthy respect for diversity. In return, they give you the opportunity to lead or deputise assessment missions to evaluate the implementation of the UN's in various countries and undertake expert advisory missions as needed.

Program Analyst for Government Policies

Having a firm grasp of information technology and work, either in private companies or in local, state, or federal government departments to improve and optimise operations, initiatives, processes, and procedures is what makes Program Analysts invaluable in today’s data-driven age. Typically, these analysts perform research on specific topics or projects, and serve as consultants for the management of those projects. Along with having good analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills, a degree in Public Policy helps boost their career.

Teaching at renowned Institutions

The evergreen field of teaching is there if you have a passion to consistently study and make a difference in the coming generation. After completing P.G. in the respective subject, you can clear the entrance exam of National Eligibility Test, along with your Doctorate (PhD) you are eligible for all colleges and university as teaching faculty in higher education.

So, go and finalise your SMART career choice.

About the author:

Dr Reena Rajpur is adjunct faculty member at Jagran School of Public Policy & International Affairs, Jagran Lakecity University - JLU.

Note: The views expressed in this article are solely author’s own and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha