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What would be better option, MA(sociology) from central university OR Law from a normal college?


shubham 7th Jul, 2019
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Sunanda Dhar Student Expert 7th Jul, 2019

Your education in Sociology can open many avenues for you hospitals, private clinics, private practice, social service, criminal justice, law, media, etc.


Sociology is a very vast field and thus there are different areas where one can specialize in with the advent of your studies and your career. There are experts who study behavior of children, deal with problems of adolescents, decode criminal behavior and action, assist students to broaden their horizon and become able enough to conduct an effective communication, analyze and solve their problems and so much more. One can choose from the many options present and think of making his career in the world of Sociology.


Courses available in India for pursuing Sociology in India after MA are:


M.Phil Sociology


Ph.D Sociology


Job Prospects


Sociology as a career is not only a very enticing career but also many options. The career is diverse in terms of the specializations that one can choose from. Once you have completed your education there will be quite some opportunities. Research institutes, the criminal justice system, public health and welfare organizations, private businesses, law firms, international agencies, medical centers, educational institutions, advertising firms, survey and polling organizations are only some of the example where people from this background are required. There are options of working in other sectors with area specialists to help function. People like economists, political scientists, anthropologists, psychologists and social workers also require the assistance to make the right choices in their field.


Once you complete your education in this field you can choose to be an educator, researcher, counselor, consultant, etc. Practicing sociologists who have advanced degrees can also apply for jobs such as research analysts, survey researchers, gerontologists, statisticians, urban planners, community developers, criminologists, or demographers. There are some MA and PhD sociologists which can obtain specialized training to become counselors, therapists, or program directors in social service agencies.


They usually carry out the following functions:


Market and Quality studies.


Social-economic studies, Demographics and opinions.


Planning of services


Organisational management


Design of project evaluation


Human Resources management


Grant management and public agreements


Satisfaction: marketing, communication and publicity


Regional planning


Local development


Social and occupational guidance


Analysis and evaluation of posts


Institutional relationships


Negotiation and conflict resolution


Advice in the creation of businesses


There is also a great need of sociology in institutions that have projects running in the rural areas and also in NGOs. There are also places like Health Care, Business Consultation, Central Government, State Government, Education and Child Welfare where the need of Sociologists is rising.


The best universities are: Delhi University, Delhi


Jamia Millia Islamia,


JwaharLal Nehru University,


Lovely Professional University Jalandhar


University of Pune,


Dr.Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra


Banaras Hindu University


Anna University


Christ University,


Savitribai Phule University


The Maharaj Sayaji Rao University,Jadavpur University,


University of Hydrabad,

I hope you find it helpful

thanks

good luck!

Shreya Singh Student Expert 7th Jul, 2019

Hello,

After MA in Sociology, a candidate can find employment in multiple sectors such as:

  • Research
  • Public Health and Welfare Organization
  • Law Firms
  • International Organizations
  • Advertising Firms
  • Public Relations Firms
  • Survey and Polling Organizations

Lawyers can find employment in both public and private sector organizations. Central and state government jobs are also available for lawyers. Lawyers can also work as legal advisor and legal counsellor for firms, organizations and families. The LL.B graduates can work in :

  • Legal Cells of Private and Public Sector Companies
  • State Bar Councils
  • Consulting FirmsIndian and Foreign Law Firms
  • Legal Department of Foreign Companies
  • Multi National Companies
  • Global Audit and Compliance Firms

Job Profiles:

  • Public Prosecutor
  • Legal Advisor
  • Legal Expert
  • Attorney General
  • Advocate
  • Notary
  • Law Reporter
  • Magistrate
  • District & Sessions judge
  • Teacher & Lecturer
  • Munsifs (Sub-Magistrate)
  • Trustee
  • Solicitor

Cheers!

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