Department of Economics

Department of Economics 

Profile: 

Established in 2017 (UG), the department offers Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degrees in Economics. It also provides Economics as a core or generic elective under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). The department aims to develop employability, critical thinking, cognitive skills, values, and entrepreneurial skills. Currently, there are 11 students in B.A. and 38 students’ Generic subject. The Planning, the department's subject society, provides real-world exposure, and students contribute to the college magazine "Renuka Mimansa" for the "Planning " section. Research is encouraged through guidance, and data collection exposure. The department envisage to organizes seminars, conferences, and competitions in the future. The faculty is dedicated to academic excellence in teaching, learning, and research and actively participates in various college activities.

Key Information:

●        Name: Economics

●        Establishment Year: 2017 (UG)

●        Programs Offered: UG (B.A.)

●        Interdisciplinary Courses: Nil

●        System: Annual (CBCS) for UG

●        Collaborations: Nil

●        Discontinued Programs: Nil

SWOC Analysis:

●        STRENGTHS:

1.  Strong foundation in economic theories.

2.  Early introduction of the subject in the college leading to government employment for some alumni.

3.  Promotes awareness of national and international issues.

4.  Fosters curiosity.

●        OPPORTUNITIES:

1.  Wide career scope.

2.  Potential for success in public services commission exams.

3.  Opportunity for influential public life.

4.  Develops understanding of public grievances.

5.  Good career prospects in Economics.

6.  Provide opportunity to pursue carrier in Private sector.

7.  Enhance reasoning and logical ability.

●        CHALLENGES:

1.  Completing the syllabus under CBCS.

2.  Raising awareness of current national and international issues and legislation.

3.  Limited reading of general knowledge references.

4.  Scarcity of reference books in the local language.

●        FUTURE PLANS:

1.  Encourage higher studies.

2.  Motivate preparation for competitive exams.

3.  Develop moral concepts among students.

4.       Organize national seminars and workshops.