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Department of BSc Economics

About the programme

B.Sc. Economics
The B.Sc. Economics programme has been designed to provide a cutting edge expertise in mainstream economics. The programme aims to develop analytical, creative and critical thinking skills for problem solving and decision making. It aims at better understanding of social, economic, and political issues and also explores the full spectrum of finance. The transferable skills attained through the B.Sc. Economics(Honours) are highly sought after by employers and increase the employability quotient of students in various dynamic fields. A student could be an economist, a government advisor, financial consultant, econometrician, banker and also look forward to different government positions after successful completion of the programme.

Keeping in view the new NEP, the programme is multidisciplinary in nature and integrates different fields like Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, History, Politics, Environmental Studies, Model Building with an inbuilt local as well as global perspective. New elements such as internship, case studies, seminars and research projects enhance deeper understanding of the practical applications of the programme. So, join in to embark on a whole new adventure with us.

The Bachelor’s degree honours programme in Economics is a full-time undergraduate programme of 4 years that aims at providing a programme structure which would retain the ‘traditionals’ in the programme and equip the students with business acumen necessary to succeed in the professional world. On completion of B.Sc. Economics(honours) at SJCC, students will acquire comprehensive knowledge of how the economic principles are applied in the society, family, government and private sector, business, and science.


WHY ECONOMICS?

1. A wide array of job opportunities, including: accounting, banking, marketing, business, and consulting in the government, private sector, or public sector.
2. A rigorous foundation in data analysis with the ability to apply the knowledge in practical settings.
3. An understanding of microeconomics and macroeconomics.
4. Learning what is practical and applicable to real-life choices and decision making.
5. The ability to solve problems.
6. Knowledge about for how to make wise financial decisions.
7. Understanding of statistical and mathematical techniques.
8. Expertise in the use of technology and computers for data analysis.