Nikore Associates
Fellowship Programme 2022
A programme designed to enhance skill
About
The Nikore Associates Fellowship is a two-week long programme for early professionals and undergraduate students who are keen to explore the discipline of Economics and Public Policy. It is designed to develop skills in research, op-ed writing, report writing and presentation skills along with hands-on experience of working on live projects, including an op-ed piece.
The fellows are exposed to the workings of the Nikore Associates community, are assigned a mentor and receive training across different fields of knowledge. Fellowship participants from diverse backgrounds and domains are encouraged to apply for the Fellowship.
What We Offer
The opportunity to kick-start an independent research career with hands-on experience to
reorient your career path
Chance to co-author a blog for Nikore Associates on public policy issues in a leading national daily
The basics of MS Office, writing emails and social media
Activity-based learning imparted through engaging modules, debates, and discussions
Work with a small cohort of young professionals and students seeking to enhance their research skills
Stand a chance to win an internship with the Nikore Associates Economics Research Team
Modules
Academic Research and Report Writing
Communicating Research Findings
Mentors
Mitali Nikore
Founder, Nikore Associates
Laboni Singh
Advisor, Nikore Associates,
Associate Consultant The Bridgespan Group
Ishita Uppadhayay
Worked as Editorial Associate, Nikore Associates MSc candidate in Philosophy and Public Policy, London School of Economics
Manishka Basak
Graphic Design Lead, Nikore Associates
Mahak Mittal
Advisor, Nikore Associates MBA Student, SPJIMR, Mumbai
Girish Sharma
Research Associate, Nikore Associates
Himanshi Goel
Economics Consultant at ADB
Saloni Gupta
Social Media Lead, Nikore Associates
Basics of Research
Op-Ed Writing
PowerPoint Presentations and Storylining
Schedule
Onboarding Call
Day 1
Day 2
Basics of Research
Academic Research and
Report Writing
Day 3
Day 4
Op-ed Writing
PowerPoint Presentations and Storylining
Day 5
Live Project
Careers Day
Day 6-12
Day 13
Day 6
Communicating Research Findings
Day 7
NA Debate
Day 14
Closing Ceremony
Application Requirements
Educational and Background Information
Resume
Short Essay
Question
Programme Rigour
The NA Fellowship is designed to be a short and rigorous programme. During the course of the fellowship, fellows will be expected to meet multiple deadlines.
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On average, all fellows are expected to put in a minimum of 10 – 12 hours per week. The instructors recommend going through the material in advance and spending 30 mins before and after the module for better understanding and retention.
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All op-ed submissions must be jointly prepared by the team of fellows working on them.
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Candidates will be given a completion certificate upon meeting the criterion for successful graduation.
Selection Criteria
Statement of Purpose
Buddy support programme for answering programmatic questions and providing additional resources to support your success in the programme.
Eligibility and Deadlines
All early career professionals, post-graduate and undergraduate students are encouraged to apply.
Early Deadline- 27th January, 2022
Final Deadline- 6th February, 2022
Fees
Rs. 10,000 inclusive of GST
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Motivation, Maturity, Leadership Abilities
Academic Credentials
Interview
After You Apply
Once we have reviewed your application, we will contact you if you become a finalist in our selection process.
The programme fees is payable upon selection (within five days); registration is free of cost.
Additional Learning Opportunities
Opportunity for office hours with Mitali Nikore in a one-on-one setting