Meezan Anjum
New Delhi
Summary
Economics postgraduate from Jawaharlal Nehru University with a strong interest in political economy and institutional analysis. Engages with questions on how institutions, incentives, and dispersed knowledge shape economic outcomes, particularly in developing contexts. Trained in econometrics and economic theory, with exposure to heterodox approaches and global policy debates. Seeking to further develop research in political economy and public policy through rigorous academic engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Freelance Japanese Language Analyst
Apelo Consulting
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Conducted research and analysis of Japanese-language materials in R&D contexts
- Supported analytical tasks involving data interpretation and content evaluation
- Developed cross-cultural research and analytical skills
Education
M.A. - Economics
Centre for Economic Studies and Planning (CESP), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
New Delhi06.2024
M.A. - Economics
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
New Delhi07.2024
B.A. - Economics
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
New Delhi06.2021
B.A. - Japanese
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
New Delhi06.2018
Skills
Econometrics: Stata
Data Analysis: Excel
Certification
Global Partnership Network (GPN) Scholarship – University of Kassel, Germany
Research Interests
Political Economy; Institutional Economics; Development Economics; Public Policy; Austrian Economics; Public Choice; Governance and Decentralization; Labor and Agrarian Systems
Research & Academic Engagement
- Engaged with questions in political economy, focusing on how institutions, incentives, and dispersed knowledge shape economic outcomes
- Participated in Rethinking Economics (JNU Chapter), contributing to discussions on heterodox and institutional approaches to economics
- Exposure to debates in development economics, global political economy, and public policy
Timeline
Freelance Japanese Language Analyst
Apelo Consulting
06.2018 - 08.2021
M.A. - Economics
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
B.A. - Economics
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
B.A. - Japanese
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
M.A. - Economics
Centre for Economic Studies and Planning (CESP), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)