MSW course or Master of Social Work is a post-graduation course majoring in the field of social work. MSW is a specialized postgraduate course, consisting of macro and micro-aspects of professional social work practices in community, hospitals, schools and other fields of social services. MSW duration in India is a 2 years. From various NGOs (non-government organizations) across the nation to social development, a Master of Social Work (MSW) course provides comprehensive knowledge about the work put into the development of humanity and social welfare.

 

Eligibility

Candidates are eligible to pursue MSW after completing graduation from a recognized institute. Typically, candidates who have passed the graduation level exam with a 50 per cent aggregate are eligible for the course

Career Opportunities.

After completing MSW course, aspirants can either pursue higher studies in the field of social work or can also opt for a job in the field of social work. Some popular job profiles that candidates can join after successfully completing their MSW course are listed below:

• Social Worker: A social worker provides appropriate resources, advice and support to individuals who are facing difficulties or problems in their personal/professional life. In other words, a social worker helps individuals cope with their monetary, emotional or social needs.

• Project Coordinator: A Project Coordinator help in planning, budgeting and monitoring process of a project undertaken by an NGO. Apart from this, a Project Coordinator also needs to ensure that the project undertaken is being conducted within the framework established and all documentation work is complete. A project coordinator also gets in touch with volunteers and ensures that the project is being completed as per timelines fixed for it.

• Professor: Candidates can also become educationists in the field of social work.