Dr. Priti Mendiratta Arora
Associate Professor of Economics, Maitreyi College, University of Delhi
About Me
I am Dr. Priti Mendiratta Arora, an Associate Professor of Economics at Maitreyi College, University of Delhi. With over 15 years of teaching experience, I have dedicated my career to imparting knowledge and fostering a deep understanding of Economics among my students.
Educational Background
Ph.D. in Economics (2019) - Department of Business Economics, University of Delhi
Thesis: Credit and Housing Prices: Interlinkages and Impact
M.Phil. in Economics (2010) - University of Delhi
Thesis: Private Returns to Education in India: by Industry, Gender and Location
M.A. in Economics (2006) - Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi
B.A. (Hons.) in Economics (2004) - Sri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi
Teaching Interests
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Money and Financial Markets
Research and Publications
I have authored several research papers and book chapters in leading national and international journals and books. My research interests lie in the areas of financial markets, economic policy, and education economics.
Professional Development and Workshops
I am actively involved in capacity building and continuously seek to introduce innovative teaching methods. Some of the notable workshops and faculty development programs I have attended include:
Yoga Protocol Instructor (2023) - Yoga Certificate Board, Ministry of AYUSH, and Sri Sri University
One Week FDP on Design Thinking and Innovation (2024) - Mahatma Hansraj Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre and Hansraj College
One Week FDP on Advanced Topics in Macroeconomic Theory and Policy (2020) - Department of Business Economics, University of Delhi South Campus
Courses Taught - Odd Semester:
B.A. (Hons) Economics III Semester: Course: Intermediate Microeconomics I
B.A. (Prog.) III Semester: Course: Understanding the Economics Survey
Courses Taught - Even Semester:
B.A. (Hons) Economics VI Semester: Course: Money and Financial Markets
B.A. (Hons) Economics IV Semester: Course: Introductory Microeconomics (GE)
B.A. (Prog) IV Semester: Course: Research Methodology
Contact Information
Address: 7/5C, Pocket B, Phase III, Ashok Vihar, Delhi - 110052
Mobile: 9873430756
Email: parora@maitreyi.du.ac.in
1. Priti M Arora, Mausumi Das, Ananya G Dastidar (2018), Mortgage loans, Risky lending and Crisis, Economic and Political Weekly, March 31, 2018, Vol LIII No 13, 60-68.
2. Mendiratta, P. (2013) Private returns to education in India by gender and location: Psuedo Panel approach, Arthaniti - Journal of Economic Theory and Practice, 2013, XII (Nos. 1-2), Pg. 48-69.
3. Inter-linkage between property price and credit: Empirical Evidence from India, Journal of Business Thought, April 2015 -March 16, pg. 25-30.
4. Arora, P.M., Rao, R. & Agrawal, S. (2020). Crimes in the Time of COVID-19. Vantage: Journal of Thematic Analysis, 1(2): 101-112.
5. Arora, P.M., Meenu, Mishra, A. and Ritika (2021), Effects of lockdown on the mental health of young generation, International Research Journal of Marketing and Economic, Vol. 8, Issue 5.
6. Arora, P. M., Grover, A., Gulia, V., Mahato, L. K., Pooja, & Choudhary, R. (2021). Farmers‟ Lives in the Wake of Sustainable Development. Vantage: Journal of Thematic Analysis, 2(2): 84-104 DOI: 10.52253/vjta.2021.v02i02.07
7. Arora, P.M., Sharma O. (2021). Unveiling the Financial Crises. Intellectual Resonance: DCAC Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, vol 4, pg 96-106.
8. Arora, P.M., Dastidar, A.G. (2022). Interlinkages between Credit and Housing Prices in Emerging Market Economies. Prajnan: Journal of Social and Management Sciences, Vol LI, No. 1, pg. 33-51.
9. Arora, P.M. (2021), House Price Expectations and lending behavior of financial intermediaries, Studies in Economics and International Finance, Vol 1, No.2, pg 137-160.
10. Arora, P.M. (2022), Speculative Lending in Mortgage Loan Market: A Macroeconomic Analysis, Indian Journal of Applied Business and Economic Research, Vol. 3, No. 1, pp. 165-188. DOI: 10.47509 /IJABER.2022.v03i01.10
11. Arora, P.M., Dastidar, Kapur, H., A.G. (2023), Credit, housing prices, expectations, and the macroeconomy: Evidence from developed and developing countries, Theoretical and Applied Economics, Volume XXX (2023), No. 3(636), Autumn, pp. 165-182
12. Arora, P.M., Mukherjee A., Rajgaria M. (2023), Assessing the Willingness to Pay for Clean Air: Analysis of Indian Population, Indian Journal of Economics and Financial Issues, Vol. 4, No. 1, PP. 31-50
Courses Taught
First Year
Yoga: Philosophy and Practice
Art of Being Happy
Second Year
B.A. (Hons.) Economics
Intermediate Microeconomics I: Behavioural Foundations of Market Interactions
B.A. (Prog.)
Intermediate Microeconomics I: Behavioural Foundations of Market Interactions
Research Methodology
Introductory Microeconomics
Third Year
B.A. (Hons.) Economics
Money and Financial Markets
B.A. (Prog.)
Data Analysis
Principles of Economics
Academic Qualifications
Graduation
Degree: B.A. (Hons.) Economics
University: Delhi University
Year of Passing: 2004
Percentage of Marks Obtained: 59%
Division: II
Main Subjects: Economics
Post-Graduation
Degree: M.A. Economics
University: Delhi University
Year of Passing: 2006
Percentage of Marks Obtained: 60.6%
Division: I
Main Subjects: Economics
Other Examinations
Examination: National Eligibility Test (NET)
Conducted by: U.G.C.
Year of Passing: 2006
Main Subject: Economics
Research Degrees
M.Phil.
University: Delhi University
Title of Dissertation/Thesis: Private Returns to Education in India: by Industry, Gender and Location
Date of Submission: October 2009
Date of Award: 11 January 2010
Ph.D./D.Phil.
University: Delhi University
Title of Dissertation/Thesis: Credit and Housing Prices: Interlinkages and Impact
Date of Submission: 6 July 2018
Date of Award: 30 April 2019
Teaching in the University of Delhi since 1st August 2006. Dr. Priti Mendiratta Arora has an extensive teaching experience spanning 18 years. Throughout her career, Dr. Arora has demonstrated a strong commitment to education and has significantly contributed to the academic growth of her students. Her expertise in Economics, combined with her innovative teaching methods, has made her a respected figure in the academic community.