Course Information & Syllabus
Course Information :
The post graduate degree shapes the students as potential managers in the social service sector. The program has been
designed to enable students to acquire a firm understanding of the major areas of knowledge and skills particularly
required for the social service sector. It also allows the students to take up specialization in particular area of social
work by selecting any two of the specialist units.
Year 1 :
Macro and Micro Economics
Business Communication
Business Environment
Introduction to Services
Introduction to Social Work
Case Studies and Tutorials
Year 2 :
Urban and Rural Community Development
Business Strategy
International Management
Managing Activities and Managing Change
Case Studies and Tutorials
Electives (Any Two) :
Criminology and Correctional Administration
Family and Child Welfare
Medical and Psychiatric Social Work
Social Welfare Administration
Coursework & Assessment :
A variety of teaching and assessment methods are used throughout the course including lectures, workshops, seminars, projects and group exercises with the aim of shaping students to become independent learners, equipped with practical skills and competencies. Students will be encouraged to develop presentation and report
writing skills through case study based seminars and assessments.
Careers :
This degree will prepare you for a managerial career in the Social Services sectors / NGOs / Government Departments.