The School of Gandhian Thought and Development Studies at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, is offering a completely free three-day intensive course on “Applied Quantitative Methods for Development Research” from August 4 to 6, 2025.

This is a rare opportunity to receive internationally benchmarked training under the guidance of Prof. Ajit Dayanandan, a distinguished academic from the University of Alaska, USA, and former Director of the Department of Economics and Policy Research at the Reserve Bank of India. With over three decades of experience in economics, corporate governance, and development research, Prof. Dayanandan brings a global perspective and deep practical insights to this specialised programme.

The course is ideal for PhD and Master’s students in disciplines such as Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, International Relations, and Business and Management. It also caters to development practitioners and policy analysts working in government agencies, NGOs, international organisations, and research institutions. Participants will receive hands-on training in applied quantitative research techniques that are essential for impactful and data-driven development work.

There is no fee to attend the course, and all participants who complete the full three-day programme will receive a certificate of participation. Sessions will be held at the School of Gandhian Thought and Development Studies, MGU, Kottayam. Seats are limited, and early registration is encouraged. The last date to register is August 1, 2025.

This is a unique chance to learn directly from a globally respected economist and to sharpen your research skills. Interested participants can register now at https://sgtds.mgu.ac.in/aqmdr/.