M. A. in Political Science 

at St. Xavier's College Kolkata, Park Street

Yes, an MA course is offered by St. Xavier's College, Kolkata. This is a two-year postgraduate course available with different specialisations. There have been some eligibility criteria to be followed by the candidates for the enrollment procedure for the MA  programme. Admission is based on merit. Candidates with any undergraduate degree of minimum three years duration in any stream from an acknowledged or recognised university (approved by UGC) and having a minimum aggregate of 55% marks in Class 12, shall be eligible for admission.

St Xavier's College MA placement 2024 has not been released. However,   as per the overall palcement report, NIRF report 2023 is available. The table below showcases course-wise median package offered in the last three years:

Particulars	Statistics (2020)	Statistics (2021)	Statistics (2022)
UG (3-year)	INR 5 LPA	INR 5.5 LPA	INR 5.8 LPA
PG (2-year)	INR 5 LPA	INR 5.75 LPA	INR 6 LPA
PG- Integrated (5-year)	INR 5 LPA	INR 5.5 LPA	INR 6 LPA

 The St Xavier's Kolkata has not released the list of companies visited for the year 2024 for MA programme. However, the table below showcases the list of a few top companies that visited St Xavier's College campus during the placement drive 2022:

St Xavier's College Placements 2022: Top Recruiters
EY	Deloitte	Wipro
IBM	Nestle	TATA
Shiksha.com	Cognizant	PwC

St. Xavier's College fee varies for each of the programme/specialisation and is reasonable, considering the return of investment. It also varies on the basis of the facilities taken by the candidate. For example, the fee of students opting for hostel facility can be higher than another student of the same course, who is not availing accommodation facility. In the below table, tuition fee of some of the courses is mentioned for reference:

Course	Total Tuition Fee
BSc	INR 60,500 - INR 7.8 lakh
BA	INR 22,200 - INR 2.5 lakh
MSc	INR 60,500 - INR 7.8 lakh
BCom	INR 2.4 Lacs - INR 4.3 lakh
MCom	INR 1.3 lakh

NOTE: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

The admissions for various courses is open at the official website, i.e., St Xavier's College Kolkata. However, the last date of Application for B.A. in Mass Communication (Hons.) was on 12 Feb 2024. The last date of the online application and payment of application fee will be notified later. Aspirants are advised to visit the official website to know more. 

St Xavier's College Kolkata offers more than 12 courses at the UG, PG, PhD, Integrated, and BEd, levels. The college also offers many other courses such as Career Oriented Programme, and a Diploma in Multimedia and Animation among others. The admission criteria are merit-based for all courses. Students are required to go through the national-level entrances and then appear for counselling for final admission. Stduents can check the table below showcases the eligibility and selection criteria:

Course	Common Eligibility
BSc	Class 12 with 60% aggregate
BA	Class 12 with 60% aggregate
BCom	Class 12 with 60% aggregate
BMS (Honours)	Class 12 with 60% aggregate
MCom	Graduate

{Source: BBM/BMS students & alumni}

BBM/BMS at St. Xavier's Kolkata Worth the Investment?

Here's what the students and alumni have to say:

Placement and Salary Package
* About 90% of students get placed, with the average salary ranging from INR6-7 LPA.
* the highest package offered was INR21 LPA.
* Companies like Deloitte, EY, and IBM recruit students from this course.
* Around 60-70% of students get decent jobs, with 25-35% getting placed in startups.
* Average package offered ranges from INR2.5-6 LPA.

Infrastructure and Facilities
* Modern classrooms with smart projectors and advance learning kits.
* Central library with a digital collection and Wi-Fi access.
* Spacious playground and sports facilities.
* Affordable canteen with a variety of food options.

Teaching Quality
* Qualified and experienced faculty members.
* Patient and helpful teachers who provide individual attention.
* Relevant and up-to-date curriculum.

Course Curriculum
* Six-semester course with a strong emphasis on practical knowledge.
* Covers various aspects of business management, preparing students for the corporate world.

Student Life
* Active placement cell and internship opportunities.
* Wide range of extracurricular activities and events.
* Good balance between academic and co-curricular pursuits.

Overall, considering the placement records, teaching quality, infrastructure, and course curriculum, BBM/BMS at St. Xavier's Kolkata appears to be a worthwhile investment for those interested in management studies.

Note: The percentages mentioned above might vary depending on the batches or streams. It's essential to verify the information with the college authorities or recent students/alumni for accuracy.

St Xavier's College Kolkata offers more than 12 courses at the UG, PG, PhD, Integrated, and BEd, levels. The college also offers many other courses such as Career Oriented Programme, and a Diploma in Multimedia and Animation among others. Tabulated below is the list of a few popular courses along with their fees:

Courses	Total Tuition Fees
BSc	INR 65,000 to INR 7.8 lakh
BA	INR 22,200 to INR 2.5 lakh
BCom	INR 2.4 Lacs to INR 4.3 lakh
BMS (Honours)	INR 4.6 lakh
MCom	INR 1.3 lakh

This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. 

Admission to MA programme is based on merit criteria at St. Xavier's College, Kolkata. The applicants who have completed any undergraduate degree of minimum three years duration in any stream from an acknowledged or recognised university (approved by UGC) and have a minimum aggregate of 55% marks in HSC, shall be eligible for admission. The primary selection list for GD-PI-WAT will be prepared based on the academic performance.