Basics of a career in politics

Political education and training is essential for informed decisions & successful politicians. Courses & programmes focus on political strategy & leadership.

In this era of information and communication, the political skills and behavioural knowledge required for a career in politics remai within a closed group of people. This leads to an uneven playing field for those who hail from a non-political background. One of the major reasons for this is the lack of a structured mechanism for political education and training at various levels.

Common citizens: To make informed decisions at the polling booth, citizens must possess a comprehensive understanding of the political decisions made at the local, state, and national levels as it impacts the lives of millions.

Professionals in politics: In the era of new age media, data and technology professionals — from campaign strategists and policy advisors to communication experts and data analysts — act as the support system.

Party workers: The training of political workers plays a pivotal role in shaping the course of a nation’s democratic journey. Proper training ensures that political workers can maximise their outreach and influence.

Politicians: People coming from non-political backgrounds face steep challenges in their journey. Political training and education gives them the framework and direction to take key decisions and helps them build their skills to excel as politicians.

Political education is an upcoming domain in India. The following courses and programmes focus on political training and strategy.

Leadership, Politics and Governance: A nine-month residential course, it focuses on Leadership and Management, Politics and Democracy, Governance and Public Policy.