Organised by

School of Economics, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai-625021

Sponsored by

Indian Council of Social Science Research [ICSSR], New Delhi-110 067

Department of Econometrics, School of Economics, Madurai Kamaraj

University is going to organise a ten days Research Methodology Course for Ph.D

Research Scholars, during 6th May 2015 to 15

th May 2015. This course is

sponsored by Indian Council of Social Science Research [ICSSR], New Delhi. The

course is designed to impart knowledge on research methodology in the context of

qualitative and quantitative research along with training in advanced statistical

packages including SPSS etc across the various fields of social sciences and

humanities. The course will discuss the relationship between the universe of

economic theory with that of economic data and econometrics. The Course

will also discuss the in research methodology tools for specific areas of

econometrics tools and analysis of results. The emphasis is on the practical mode

of teachings which will help the participants to learn the technicalities for handling

software for data analysis in a systematic manner.

Thus the programme is aiming at the discussion on theory followed by

thorough practical sessions. The workshop is proposed to give a thorough

exposure to the Cross Sectional and Panel data analysis and the related

econometric tools. The participants will get a good training on two important

software SPSS and STATA and will learn how to analyse the data using them. By

the end of the programme they will be able to develop their conceptual clarity and

practical knowledge to run the software for analysis and interpreting the data for

their research. The programme will provide information and skills on the basics of

using SPSS for informed decision-making, specifically the programme focuses on:

ICSSR Course On

Research Methodology in Social

Sciences [6

th May 2015 to 15

th May 2015]

Developing better understanding of basic concepts of statistics and

econometrics

Basics of Data Analysis: (through SPSS )

Cross-Section Analysis (through SPSS )

Elementary Time Series Analysis

Panel-Data Analysis

Applications to Research (through SPSS)

Providing an overview of the computer data analysis and statistical

software’s.

To develop among participants a comprehensive understanding towards

application of scientific research methodology.

To provide an overview of the concepts and theories of research

methodology used in scientific research and formulation of proposals for

seminars/conferences/workshops and research projects.

To develop scientific understanding among the participants about different

tools and techniques of research linking it with their on-going research.

To explain the prevailing trends in computer applications in social science

research.

To train the participants about use of statistical techniques in data analysis in

the field of social sciences.

Eligibility of the Participants

Only registered /enrolled Ph.D Research Scholars of any

University/Instititutes/Colleges in any branch of Social Science and Humanities

are eligible to apply to the Course Director along with duly filled up registration

form.

Preference will be given to scheduled Caste [SC] candidates. However, if

required numbers of SC participants does not turn up, candidate from ST, OBC,

Minority and women categories will be given preference.

How to apply

Interested candidates can apply to Course Director along with duly filled up

[Hard copy] registration form on or before 15th

April 2015. Registration form

can also be downloaded from the University website [www.mkuniversity.org],

advanced copy of application may be sent to the Course Director through email.

The applications are duly filled with registration form must be accompanied

with the following enclosures.

1. Brief CV of the applicant and duly attested photo copies of the supportive

documents

2. A brief note about the current stage of thesis with special mention of

research methods about the thesis work of the candidate [not exceeding 1000

words].

3. Community Certificate for SC/ST/OBC/Minority.

Selected candidates would be informed on /after 21st April, 2015 by email or

telephonically.

Registration fee

Registration fee for the participants is Nil.

Accommodation & Travel Allowance

Accommodation will be provided to the outstation participants [only Max.20].

Travel allowance by the shortest distance bus or train [sleeper class] will be

reimbursed to the outstation participants as per the allocation under expenditure

head, ICSSR guidelines with a maximum limit of Rupee one thousand.

Time and venue of the course

The course will be conducted during 6th May 2015 to 15

th May 2015. The course

will be organized at the Seminar Hall, School of Economics, Madurai Kamaraj

University. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will provided at the Venue.

Important Dates

Last date of receiving application: 15th April 2015

Information about confirmation: 21st April, 2015

Course date: 6th May 2015 to 15

th May 2015

To Contact:

Dr.C.Muniyandi, Assistant Professor, Department of Econometrics,

School of Economics, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai-625021and Mobile

no: 9943151529.

The organizer deserves the right for scrutiny and selection of the candidates

based on above mentioned criteria.

PARTICIPANTS DETAILS

1. Name (Mr./Mrs.)

Passport size

Photo

2. Subject with Specialization

3. Designation:

4. Department

5. Institution

6. Community

7. Date of Birth

8. Gender (Male/Female)

9. Address for Communication

10. Mobile/Tel No

11. Email

12. Educational Qualifications (Please attach detailed CV)

13. Whether pursuing Ph.D. (yes or no):

14. If yes, Reg.

15. Research Topic (Give brief outline (not exceeding 1000

words)

16. Statement of purpose (with respect to participation in the

Workshop)

17. Name and contact number of person in case of emergency

18. Details of earlier training on research methodology/SPSS

course attended

19. Accommodation required (please tick): Yes/No

If yes date and time of arrival----------------------Date and

time of departure-------------------------

I am here by submitting my application form along with photograph and a

copy of Ph.D Registration by duly forwarded by the guide and head of the

department.

Date: Signature of the applicant

Place: Recommendation of the Supervisor/ Head (with office seal)

FILLED IN FORM TO BE ADDRESSED:

Dr.C.Muniyandi, Course Director, Assistant Professor, Department of

Econometrics, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai-625021 [or]

email:muniseco@rediffmail.com