sinha.rohitravi

To be entirely honest, I would like to do a PhD simply for the intellectual rigour and depth that one undergoes. And the theme that I would like to do that in is institutional economics. I come from India, and our public administration machinery perpetuates its flaws (i apologize for the major generalization). But this also fascinates me, which makes me want to study this subject further and more deeply. I hope to be a technocrat someday and move in to government to help incorporate changes to the structure. Yes, I already have a masters, but that is in economics. I am keen to broaden by perspective by studying interdisciplinary subjects - which a MPA would help me get. For all practical reasons, I feel a MPA would open opportunities for me in the development sector. But on a personal level, I feel a PhD is something I want to undertake for its rigour. Any thoughts on this?

Hey guys, I require some advise here. I am very interested to study institutional economics and organizational behaviour with regard to public institutions. I have done my masters thesis in something got institutional trust, looking at egovernance and how that enhances the perceived trust by ordinary citizens in any public institution. With that as my base, I am very keen to pursue and study this area more. I am very keen to do a PhD on this topic, however I am apprehensive about positioning myself to be an academic (i feel a doctoral thesis on a subject that institutional economic would limit my options to academic; please correct me if I am wrong). Which is why I feel a MPA would be more suitable, looking at the easier exit options available. While at MPA, I could select papers and focus my time on institutions theory. Hence the dilemma. A bit more about my background, I have a decent publication record (disclaimer: a small portion on institutional economy). I have worked 3 years with a national parliamentarian of my country, in entry level research to more senior managerial roles. I also have a stint of about a year in a think tank. Any suggestions to this effect would be great!