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Make yourself knowledgeable enough to learn how the international financial system is structured and how it shapes economies across borders
If you are a finance student and do not know about global trade, that is going to be a setback. We help you with the principles of international economics and how trade patterns affect countries and businesses.
Build a working understanding of international finance and the factors that influence cross-border financial decisions.
Learn how global supply chains work and how economic strategy guides decisions within them.
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Explore list of all subjects (semester wise) covered in our MA Economics in Global Economics & Finance program
24 months
15-20 hours per week
24 months
83 Credits
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Microeconomics -I
Macroeconomics- I
Fundamentals of Mathematics and Statistics
Indian Economy
Public Economics and Policy
Microeconomics -II
Macroeconomics -II
Intermediate Econometrics
History of Economic Thought
Economics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Core Subjects
Behavioural Economics
Environmental Economics
Game Theory
Term Paper
Specialization
International Financial System
International Economics
Economic Data Analytics & Visualization
Application of Data Science in Economics
Development Economics
Economics of Human Development
Core Subjects
Monetary Economics
Operation Research in Economics
Dissertation
Specialization
International Financial
Global Supply Chains & Economic Strategy
Econometrics for Policy & Business
AI & Machine Learning for Economic Analysis
Public Finance & Fiscal Policy
Welfare and Health Economics
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Graduate with UGC-entitled and internationally accepted online degrees.
At par with on-campus degrees
Gain the same academic rigor, recognition, and career advantages of an on-campus degree—all while enjoying the flexibility of online learning.
Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) is a NAAC A+ accredited, UGC-approved university known for academic excellence and industry-focused learning. As a part of the prestigious Manipal Group, MUJ brings innovation and quality to online education, empowering learners with globally recognized degrees.
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Full Fee Payment
10% discount
Annual Fee Payment
5% discount
Semester Fee Payment
No discount
No-cost EMI Starting
18/12/6-month tenure
An additional non-refundable application fee of INR 500 is to be paid at the time of admission
Learners opting for a loan or financing will not be eligible for any additional discounts or offers.
Full Fee Payment
10% discount
Annual Fee Payment
5% discount
Semester Fee Payment
No discount
Full Fee Payment
10% discount
Annual Fee Payment
5% discount
Semester Fee Payment
No discount
Full Fee Payment
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Educational qualification
Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institution or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.
Educational qualification
Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institution or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.
Candidates who have completed 10+2 education or graduate level education outside India must produce a certificate of equivalence issued by the Association of Indian Universities.
Other requirements
Candidates who are not Indian citizens or residing outside India and holding NRE or PIO status will be billed an international fee for respective degrees & may need to submit documents mentioned but not limited to CV, address proof, valid visa, PR card & passport copy as part of the application process.
6+ years of experience
Fill in your basic, education & work experience-related details and pay the application fee to register.
Pay the admission fee for the first semester/year or full program.
Upload supporting documents & submit your application.
The university will evaluate your documents to confirm your admission.
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Course Duration24 months 24 months
EMI Starting atINR 3,333 *
Last Admission Date10th November 2026
Seats Filled85% Filled
FeeINR 20,000 per semester
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Educational Qualification
Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institution or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.
Like an on-campus MA Economics program, the online MA also is a two-year degree program consisting of four semesters. However, students can choose to complete the degree at their own pace in a maximum of 4 years.
Anyone who is looking to enhance their career, switch fields, or study while working can definitely consider it. It is a great option for people who are not able to go to physical classes because of lack of time or other commitments.
Mandatory documents:
Non-mandatory documents:
The online MA in Economics program at Manipal University Jaipur does not require work experience. Though it is always good to have work experience as it can provide context to the learning and also make classroom discussions more interesting.
Yes. From the academic year 2022-23, it has been made mandatory for all universities offering courses in online or distance learning modes to create ABC accounts for all their students as per the UGC regulation and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is a digital storehouse of the credits earned by students during their academic journey. It is a credit bank for students that allows them to accumulate, verify, transfer, and redeem their credits. This is an initiative from the Ministry of Education, Government of India to enable academic flexibility and students’ mobility across multiple Higher Education Institutes (HEIs). The University Grants Commission (UGC) has mandated that every learner who is an Indian national needs to submit the following details for creating their ABC account:
The university will reach out to enrolled students for details required to create their ABC accounts and will provide these details to the UGC. Once the ABC account is created, the credits earned by the learners in their term-end exam will get deposited into their respective ABC accounts which they can redeem within 7 years. Students can email info@muj.onlinemanipal.com or call +91 7996 600 444 for any queries.
Yes. Online Manipal accepts applications from both Indian and international students for all programs. Non-Indian applicants should apply via www.onlinemanipal.com/global
The admission process for Manipal University Jaipur’s online degrees is straight forward keeping in mind the students’ convenience and regulatory requirements. Students need to apply via www.onlinemanipal.com for the online degrees and submit the required documents and fee. Manipal University Jaipur would review the submitted application and communicate the status of admission to respective individuals via SMS, phone, and Email.
Right to amend rules
Manipal University Jaipur reserves the right to add/delete/change/amend the syllabi, program structure, rules and regulations wherever considered necessary and appropriate without any prior notice.
Students are advised to go through the website frequently where all circulars and important information will be hosted from time to time. Promulgation of any such information on the website in the form of circulars/notices is considered to be adequate.
Jurisdiction
All disputes relating to Manipal University Jaipur online degree programs and activities are subject to local jurisdiction (Rajasthan) only.
Yes, students have access to various payment methods. Apart from upfront fee payments, learners can also choose to pay it annually, semester-wise, or use a no-cost EMI (for Indian students) facility with the bank that is financially partnered.
Manipal University Jaipur offers fee waiver scholarships to students from special categories.
| CATEGORY | SCHOLARSHIP CREDIT | ELIGIBILITY / DOCUMENTS |
| Divyaang (For persons with disabilities) | 20% | Divyaang certificate |
| Defence personnel | 20% | Personnel / Service / IC number |
| Alumni of Manipal University Jaipur | 20% | UG/PG alumni of Manipal University Jaipur |
| Government employees | 10% | Identity card |
| Merit ( 80% and above in 10+2/bachelor’s degree) | 10% | Mark sheet |
| OTHER CONCESSIONS | DISCOUNT | ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA |
| Fee concession | 10% | Upfront payment of full program fee |
| 5% | Upfront payment of annual fee |
Yes, they are more affordable because of lower tuition and no relocation or living expenses. With flexible payment options, they are more affordable.
Yes. All learners who pay the full program fee upfront can avail 10% fee concession on total program fee upon approval. In addition to the fee concession, if a learner is eligible for a scholarship, he/she can avail the same. The scholarship amount will be calculated on the total program fee.
Once a candidate’s scholarship is approved during admission, the scholarship benefit shall be applied as per the below table-
| Periodicity of fee payment | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
| Semester-wise payment | – | 1st and 2nd semester scholarship shall be applicable | 3rd semester scholarship shall be applicable | 4th semester scholarship shall be applicable |
| Annual payment | – | – | 1st , 2nd and 3rd semester scholarship shall be applicable | 4th semester scholarship shall be applicable |
| Full fee payment at the beginning of the program | Scholarship applicable for all semesters of the program shall get refunded. |
For example- In the case of semester-wise fee payment, Semester-1 scholarship benefit shall be applicable in the subsequent semester ie- scholarship benefit of both Semester 1 & 2 shall be applicable while registering for Semester – 2. Thereafter, from Semester – 3, the current semester scholarship benefit shall be applicable.
Learners who arrange for bank loans on their own can avail fee concessions for upfront fee payment. Learners whose loans are facilitated by Online Manipal (including subvention and zero cost EMIs) cannot avail this fee concession. However, they may avail scholarships provided they qualify for them.
*EMI amount mentioned above is applicable for the entire program fee and would need to be paid monthly, for the full duration of the program.
Approval of loans from our loan partners depends on applicants meeting credit norms and submitting required documents. Loan partners may impose other fees and may have additional terms & conditions that must be met by applicants.
For further details on EMIs and other easy financing options, please contact our admission counsellors.
Classes are delivered through live sessions and recorded video lectures via the LMS. Students can also engage in conversation in the discussion forums.
The students are required to take term-end exams, and any other applicable assessments to fulfil the criteria to be eligible for award of degree.
Below are some of the skills that can be learned from MA in Economics Degree at MUJ:
Students will receive the credentials to access their LMS within 72 hours of confirmation of their admission from the university.
Yes, students can access the Learning Management System (LMS) from anywhere in the world, as long as they have a stable internet connection and adequate bandwidth for uninterrupted learning.
Students can take up online examinations from any desktop or laptop running a Windows Operating System with the latest version of the Google Chrome browser installed. The Safe Exam Browser (exam portal) is not compatible with iOS devices.
The University term-end examination (TEE) will be held digitally viz. computer-based and online proctored.
Candidates can appear for the exams from the comfort of their homes.
The details of the examination schedule will be made available in the photo admit card. Other details on the examination pattern are available in the program guide provided to students.
Examination results will be published on the student portal. If a student fails to clear any of the papers (either in UE or IA or both), he must re-appear by applying to the University through the re-sitting application along with relevant fees, within the due date.
On satisfying all criteria stipulated by the University, successful students will be awarded their respective program degree by the University.
A student’s performance evaluation will be based on both continuous assessments (CA) through assignments and term-end examinations (TEE) which consist of descriptive and multiple-choice questions. A student must score at least 40% in each of these to be declared as having passed the exam. The assessment ratios of TEE to CA is 70:30.
Practical papers (as applicable)
The assessment in the practical part is based on performance in guided exercises (i.e., day-to-day exercises) and unguided exercises. The latter will be conducted on the last day of the practical sessions in each subject with an external examiner.
A student must score at least 40% in both the parts to be declared as having passed.
Students must score at least 40% in continuous evaluation and 40% in term-end examinations in each course to successfully complete the program. In case the minimum score is not attained, they will need to apply for a re-sit with applicable fees and appear for exam to pass the course.
There are a lot of futuristic courses under the elective which you will learn such as, development economics, human development, public finance and fiscal policy, and welfare and health economics. These subjects help you understand how economic policies influence development and people’s well-being.
Yes. This elective explores how economic policies affect growth, inequality, health, education, and living standards, making it relevant to learners interested in policy and development-related work.
Public finance examines how governments raise and spend money. Studying it helps you understand how taxation, public expenditure, and fiscal policies influence government priorities and public services.
A Master of Arts in Economics is a two-year postgraduate program that offers a comprehensive understanding of economic policies, microeconomics & macroeconomics, financial systems, and more, suitable for learners interested in the field of economics. Manipal University Jaipur’s online MA in Economics degree is recognized at par with any other on-campus degree.
Here are the highlights of Manipal University Jaipur’s MA Economics degree-
Every study resource such as videos, quizzes, PDFs, and recorded lectures can be accessed at any time through the Online Manipal’s Learning Management System (LMS).
Yes, all eligible students who have successfully fulfilled every criterion will be awarded their degree certificates via in-person convocation in the Manipal University Jaipur campus or mailed via courier.
The table below explains the difference between online MA and regular MA.
| Feature | Online MA | Regular MA |
| Mode of Learning | 100% Online via LMS, live and recorded lectures | In-person, classroom-based sessions |
| Flexibility | Learn anytime, anywhere | Fixed schedule, location-bound |
| Work-Study Balance | Can study while working | Often requires a career break |
| Cost | Generally, more affordable | Typically, higher due to campus & hostel fees |
| Networking Opportunities | Virtual peer interactions & forums | Face-to-face networking & campus events |
| Access to Faculty | Scheduled live sessions, discussion boards | Classroom interaction |
| Recognition | UGC-entitled, valid & industry-recognized | Equally recognized and valued |
Yes, all online degree programs offered through Online Manipal are UGC-entitled, making them equivalent to on-campus degrees.
Yes, Manipal University Jaipur’s degrees are recognized in Canada. Here are the bodies that evaluates Manipal University Jaipur’s degrees for issuing equivalence certificates . These bodies conduct educational credential assessment (ECA) services for both employers and higher education institutions (HEIs).
World Education Services (WES) – Applicable across US and Canada.
International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS)- Applicable across Canada for employment and immigration purposes. ICAS is the only accepted evaluation service for admission to colleges in Ontario province.
International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES)- The government-mandated ECA service in British Columbia which also serves the interest of all internationally educated applicants throughout Canada.
Yes. Online Manipal offers placement assistance to help students with career opportunities upon completion of their programs. The placement cell undertakes initiatives that focus on skill enhancement and skill assessment of the learners to increase their chances of employment.
Yes. Students of the online degree programs will join the Manipal University Jaipur’s alumni network with all associated privileges. As an alumnus, they can interact with peers and build their professional and personal network with professionals from across the globe. They will be given access to the Manipal University Jaipur alumni portal.
You will learn how international monetary systems operate, how global trade impacts economies, and how financial decisions are made across borders. The elective tackles international economics, international finance and global supply chains, and economic strategy.
Yes. International Trade, Systems of Finance, Foreign Exchange, and Global Supply Chains; this elective examines international trade, financial institutions, foreign exchange, and global supply chains. It could be right for you if you want to know how countries and companies work together in trade and finance.
You might look into positions such as international economists, foreign exchange analysts, global markets analysts, international finance analysts, or trade policy analysts. Depending on your skills and experience, other options are economic research analysts and supply chain strategy analysts.
Yes. The curriculum includes international finance and the international financial system, providing you with insight into cross-border financial decisions and the role of financial institutions in global economic activity.
You could look for opportunities in banking and financial services, investment and asset management, international trade, management consulting, logistics and multinational corporations. Other relevant opportunities may be available in economic research institutions and international organizations.
You can explore roles such as policy analyst, development economist, public finance analyst, health economist, welfare policy analyst, and monitoring and evaluation specialist. Your opportunities will depend on your skills, experience, and employer requirements.
You can explore opportunities in think tanks, policy research organizations, NGOs, development agencies, government departments, public health organizations, CSR foundations, consulting firms, and academic or research institutions.
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