If you are pursuing an MA in Economics from IGNOU, then make the best use of your study material. To score well in economics, you need to develop a deep understanding of economic theories, developments in the field, and applied math. You also need to stay updated in the field of economics. This can be done by reading newspapers, and magazines. To master your classes:

1. Make detailed notes

2. Form a study group

It’s very important to develop an understanding of economic theories, history, and practice. Indulge yourself in the existing academic literature on the topic. Some good sources of relevant information are

• Newspapers like Financial Times

• Magazines like The Economist.

• Economic blogs like Economist’s View or Grasping Reality

• Economic books like Freakonomics, The Naked Economist, and The Armchair Economist.

Listed below are some additional tips that will help you score good marks in MA Economics in IGNOU:

• Browse your library’s economic section

• Podcasts like NPR's Planet Money will help you develop a better understanding

• Watch the news daily. The economy is related to everything happening around the world. Stay well versed with what’s happening.

• CNN's Richard Quest offers the business-oriented show "Quest Means Business”.

• While attempting the paper, start with the questions you are most confident about.

• Analyze graphs carefully 

These tips aim at helping everybody in general. But if you still face trouble understanding the concepts, hire a tutor.