B.A. in sociology or a Bachelor’s in sociology is an undergraduate program of 3-years duration. In order to pursue this course, one must have social science at the plus two level. Many times, it is seen that students are unsure whether doing a B.A. program in sociology can help them secure good jobs. But let us assure you, it has something to offer everyone. It is an excellent career option for all those who are passionate to learn about the social behavior of people.

Immense career potential

The career potential of sociology graduates is immense. People having a background in this subject can pursue a number of career options and research paths. It is a subject which helps you to establish yourself in the long run. It is also a good starting point for those who want to go for future studies in education, social research, law, medicine, public administration and social work.

A degree in sociology can open up several doors in your professional life – both in the government and in the corporate sectors. Talented candidates can find jobs with the research institutes, public health and welfare organizations, the criminal justice system, advertising firms, polling and survey organizations, private business and international organizations. Sociologist graduates can work in the following capacities:

• Data analysts
• Research assistants
• Paralegals
• Case workers
• Administrators
• Advertising managers
• Public policy researcher
• Public relations worker
• Urban planner
• Community organizer

Sociologists can also work in the journalism, human resource and business sectors as well. In certain sectors, one can find sociologists working in close association with the political scientists, economists, psychologists and anthropologists.

Social researchers are in demand in a lot of nonacademic settings – businesses, industrial firms, private institutes as well as local, state and national agencies. The research work mainly includes conducting evaluation research, market research, impact assessments and surveys of public opinion. They enter the worlds of government, corporate and nonprofit sectors in the following roles:

• Policy analysts
• Directors of research
• Consultants
• Human resource managers
• Public information officers
• Program managers

If you want to pursue higher degrees in sociology, then it will increase your areas of employment and you can work as consultant, upper-level administrator, advanced researcher and professors in colleges and universities. If you want to take up teaching as a profession, then after your graduation, you need to pursue a Master’s in sociology followed by M. Phil. and Ph. D.

Prospects

Regarding the salary, one must always remember that since sociology is a vast subject, candidates with higher degrees and specialization will always have an upper hand in the job market. In the government sector, your salary can typically start from INR 8,000 to 10,000 per month, gradually increasing in the coming years with experience and promotions. In the private sector, you can expect a better pay, around 18,000 to 20,000 per month. The salary is even higher for the international aid agencies. The pay packages for teachers and lecturers are decided as per the norms of UGC (University Grants Commission).

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Career options in the government sector

In the government sector, you can find vacancies in the Indian Economic Services, Reserve Bank of India, Indian Civil services, Ministry of Economic Affairs, National Sample Survey, National Institute of Public Finance and Policy, National Council for Applied Economic Research and Planning Commission. These jobs are excellent opportunities for you to establish yourself in this field in the long run. Moreover, they give you financial stability as well as social respect. However, getting into the government sector is strictly dependent on your performance in the competitive exams held by the PSC and UPSC.

Career options in the private sector

An array of job opportunities is waiting for the dedicated students in the private sectors as well. One can work with the private banks, Business journals, MNCs, newspapers etc. If you are not scared of hard work and passionate about your subject, you can have an outstanding career in the International Aid Agencies and NGOs.

Several international organizations like Asian Development Bank, World Bank, IMF and various other Aid agencies, Development Banks and Financial Consultancies are taking economic graduates for different positions. You can work with these organizations in the capacity of an economic advisor, economist, analyst, executive, researcher, consultant, business analyst, financial analyst, stock market analyst and economic research analyst. The remunerations are also good as a beginner. Several students get hired through the campus placements of their colleges. You can expect an average salary of 4 to 8 lakhs per annum. However, meritorious candidates can get higher packages with a plethora of opportunities. Other fields where economic graduates can find jobs include insurance, accountancy, banking and actuarial.

Future Roadmap

As we all know specializing in a subject always gives us an edge over others. Thus going for a Post-Graduation in economics is always a better idea. Not only will your job prospects improve, but you will also be able to command a better salary package. Research is also another area that can be explored by economics graduates. You can pursue a Ph.D. in economics and later work as a lecturer in the universities or colleges. A Ph.D. scholar in economics can also work in the research departments of private companies and public or government departments.

There are other opportunities as well where you can merge two fields of study. After completing a B.A. in economics, you can pursue L.L.B and can work as a Corporate Lawyer. Similarly, you can also consider going for an M.B.A. which will provide you with better career options in the private sector. Another shining career can be achieved by going for a specialization in Economic Journalism.

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