Category: Academics

Explore the complexities of global markets in this mini-course on International Trade and Finance. This course delves into the foundational theories of international trade, beginning with the Ricardian model of Comparative Advantage and expanding to encompass a broader understanding of trade dynamics and their welfare implications. We will examine trade policy instruments, including the economics… Continue reading International Trade and Finance

Explore the fundamentals of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) in this mini-course, which is designed to enhance understanding of its role in complex development and policy-making environments. This course introduces participants to the entire M&E planning cycle, starting from the basics of monitoring and evaluation, their differences, and their significance in policy implementation, illustrated through case… Continue reading Monitoring and Evaluation

Through a policy evaluation exercise, this mini-course will review the relevant concepts of probability and statistics (specifically, random sample, random variable, probability distribution function, conditional probability, and the expectation operator). The course will then study the statistical models often used to test theoretical economic relationships, analyse historical economic events, and evaluate policy. Simple and multiple… Continue reading Econometrics

The domain of ‘Food System and Rural Development’ introduces students to key contemporary concerns with food systems in the context of India. It is rooted in the discipline of public policy and focuses on concerns with the current policy concern of a ‘sustainable’ food system that can ensure food security. The course looks at how… Continue reading Food System and Rural Development

The Health domain covers various crucial topics to understand and address health issues through policy frameworks. Initially, discussions focus on health’s importance in public policy, assess India’s current health status, and explore Universal Health Coverage. Later sessions will delve into the Social Determinants of Health, the impact of the Environment on Health, and Public Policy… Continue reading Health Domain

The urbanisation domain is designed to engage scholars deeply with the multifaceted aspects of urbanisation, particularly within the Indian context. The objective is to expose students to a broad spectrum of urban issues, fostering a comprehensive analysis of policy concerns and strategies pertinent to the urban sector. Scholars will explore the full scope of public… Continue reading Urbanisation Domain

The infrastructure domain is designed to introduce the broad, complex, and rapidly evolving canvas of public infrastructure in the country, through a focused study of policy planning, financing, and execution of large infrastructure projects. With direct experiential learning at its core, teaching inputs are drawn from government policy documents and strategic action points for infrastructure… Continue reading Infrastructure Domain

The Technology domain offers scholars a comprehensive overview of navigating and balancing stakeholder interests in digital communications and technologies, focusing on a consumer-centric perspective. Scholars will gain valuable insights into formulating policies that prioritise consumer engagement and trust, which are crucial for the successful adoption of digital technologies. The curriculum addresses critical challenges such as… Continue reading Technology Domain

This domain introduces scholars to key contemporary issues in environmental policy and governance. It provides an overview of the importance of environmental issues in economic and social policy, the role of regulation and markets in solving environmental problems, relevant approaches and instruments, and the regime of environmental laws and governance in India. Specific environmental problems,… Continue reading Environment Domain

The Education Domain at ISPP is strategically designed to deepen scholars’ understanding of the educational sector’s challenges through a socioeconomic perspective. This programme aims to empower scholars to formulate thoughtful policies by considering the intricate complexities and real-world difficulties faced in education. The curriculum specifically focuses on themes that resonate with scholars interested in this… Continue reading Education Domain