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Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons.) Economics

B.A. (Hons.) Economics

B.A. Economics (Hons.) is a three-year undergraduate programme that has been designed to help the students develop a logical attitude towards comprehending problems of an economic system and equipping them with the contemporary and essential skills set required to solve a problem by applying the principles of economics. Economics is all about analyzing, organizing, and interpreting data. The skills inculcated in the course helps the students detect problems and perform effective problem-solving by applying the related principles.

Study Economics is meant to build a solid foundation, which will eventually help them become successful professionals. It will also help our students develop logical perception and enhance problem-solving abilities since Bachelor of Arts Economics involves activities that deal with skill & ability enhancement, interdisciplinary electives, and department-specific electives. In addition to all this, the course will help them understand all the smallest & biggest nuances of the financial and economic domain.

The bachelor's degree in economics from our School of Journalism & Liberal Arts, one of the best BA economics colleges in dehradun, was constructed with the sole purpose of educating and helping students apprehend and put into practice the quantitative and systematic approach towards coming up with solutions in a professional environment by employing the present-day techniques developed in the field of economics.

Salient Features

  • 19+ years of academic experience
  • Focus on student-centered learning
  • Problem-based learning and industry-relevant curriculum
  • Best placement opportunities to get placed in high-end and reputed companies
  • Industrial training in reputable firms and organizations
  • The privilege of 100% placement guidance and support
  • Industry visits, seminars, workshops, and guest lectures by eminent researchers and industry practitioners
  • Active student clubs and bodies
  • The multi-cultural and vibrant teaching environment

Eligibility & Fee Details

Duration & Eligibility

3/4 Years (Without / With Research)

The candidate must have passed 10+2 examination or equivalent from any stream from a recognized board or its equivalent with minimum 40% marks.

*Term and Condition: To pursue B.A(Hons.) Economics with Research, 75% marks and No Backlog is mandatory

Fee Structure

Course Total Fees
Academic fee ( Per Sem) ₹ 30000/-

One Time Fee

Application Fee (Non-Refundable) Admission Fee (Non-Refundable) University Enrollment Fee (Non-Refundable)
₹ 1,500 ₹ 7,000 ₹ 3,000
Exam fees ( Per Semester) 4,500/-

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Programme Educational Objectives (PEO's)


PEO-1 To help the students develop leadership qualities in order to make decisions based on a thorough analysis of problems, ideas, events, and policies and to inculcate a quality of analytical thinking and enhanced numerical ability
PEO-2 To have professional expertise in economics and relevant subjects in order to contribute successfully in the industry, government, and society under the ongoing economic and financial domain
PEO-3 To uphold the global & national ethical standards in the professional as well as personal life
PEO-4 To instill a problem-solving attitude and keen analysis skills to generate effective and problem-specific solutions
PEO-5 To establish a basic understanding of the concepts, principles, techniques, and tools necessary in economics while fostering developments in a theoretical perception of the introduced concepts and their effective implementation in present-day societies & businesses throughout the globe

Program Specific Objectives (PSO's)


PSO-1 Exhibit expertise in the business and economic domain and take on career opportunities as a student of the relevant field
PSO-2 Display proficiency in the application of economics, statistics, and software packages and capabilities to participate and excel in the competitive examinations in regards to securing job opportunities or further studies
PSO-3 Learn and engage with the surroundings in order to keep absorbing knowledge and learning continuously while consistently communicating and elucidating the operations of economic development and their reaction to the world economy
PSO-4 Maintain a credible character and have a consistent performance by employing an interdisciplinary, collaborative and sustainable outlook through problem-solving skills and implementation to generate productive results
PSO-5 Display profound and analytical and critical thinking by understanding the principles and concepts of economics as well as their fruitful application through relevant tools and techniques relating to mathematics, statistics, and software

Program Grid Structure

Semester's

Semester 1

Course Code Course Credit
23BAEC101 Introductory Microeconomics 5
23BAEC102 Mathematical Methods for Economics-I 5
23BAEC103 Introductory Macroeconomics 5
23BAEC104 History of Economic Thought 4
23LS192 Environmental Science 1
VAM103XX Value Added Course – I 0
TOTAL 20

Semester 2

Course Code Course Credit
23BAEC201 Intermediate Microeconomics -I 5
23BAEC202 Mathematical Methods for Economics-II 5
23BAEC203 Intermediate Macroeconomics -I 4
23BAEC204 Political Economy 4
23LS191 English Communication 2
VAM203XX Value Added Course – II 0
TOTAL 20

Semester 3

Course Code Course Credit
23BAEC301 Intermediate Microeconomics-II 5
23BAEC302 Statistics-I 5
23BAEC303 Indian Public Finance 4
23LS291 Indian Knowledge System 0
23AEC391 Ability Enhancement Course-I 1
23OE36X Open Elective I 2
VAM303XX Value Added Course – III 0
22SOCIALIN391 Social Inernship 1
TOTAL 18

Semester 4

Course Code Course Credit
23BAEC401 Intermediate Macroeconomics II 5
23BAEC402 Environmental Economics 5
23BAEC403 International Economics I 4
23BAEC404 Statistics-II 4
23AEC491 Ability Enhancement Course-II 1
23LS391 Universal Human Values 3
VAM403XX Value Added Course - IV 0
TOTAL 22

Semester 5

Course Code Course Credit
23BAEC501 Indian Economy -1 5
23BAEC502 Development Economics-I 5
23BAEC503 Money and Banking 4
23BAEC504 International Economics - II 4
23AEC591 Ability Enhancement Course-III 1
23OE56X Open Elective II 2
VAM503XX Value Added Course - IV 0
23PSIN391 Internship – I 1
TOTAL 22

Semester 6

Course Code Course Credit
23BAEC601 Indian Economy -II 4
23BAEC602 Development Economics-II 4
23BAEC603 Uttarakhand Economy 4
23BAEC604 Health Economics 4
23AEC691 Ability Enhancement Course - IV 1
VAM603XX Value Added Course - VI 0
23PSPR691 Field Work – I 1
TOTAL 18

Semester 7

Course Code Course Credit
23BAEC711 Program Elective - I 4
23BAEC721 Program Elective – II 4
23BAEC731 Program Elective – III 4
23BAEC741 Program Elective – IV 3
23OE76X Open Elective-III 2
23PSPR791 Field Work – II 1
23MPW701 Minor Project Work 2
21PHCC101 Research Methodology 4
TOTAL 24

Semester 8

Course Code Course Credit
23BAEC811 Program Elective – V 4
23BAEC821 Program Elective – VI 4
23LS803 Indian Constitution 0
23MPW801 Major Project Work 4
23BAEC802 Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) 4
23BAEC803 XL Stat 4
23RND891XX RESEARCH WORK 8
TOTAL 28
Programme Elective

Programme Elective-I

23BAEC711 Agriculture Economics
23BAEC712 Economics History of India (1857- 1947)

Programme Elective-II

23BAEC721 Industrial Economics
23BAEC722 Managerial Economics

Programme Elective-III

23BAEC731 Labour Economics
23BAEC732 Public Economics

Programme Elective-IV

23BAEC741 Economic Development and Policy in India–I
23BAEC742 Econometrics-I

Programme Elective-V

23BAEC811 Gender Economics
23BAEC812 Econometrics-II

Programme Elective-VI

23BAEC821 Economic Development and Policy in India–II
23BAEC822 Econometrics-II

Job Opportunities The Course Might Lead To

The scope of B.A. Economic (Hons) is vast and overreaching, and it allows you to work in a variety of fields and domains.

  • Auditor
  • Curriculum Developer
  • Business Manager
  • Subject Matter Expert
  • Financial Consultant
  • Service quality leader
  • Statistical Assistant
  • Data Analyst
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