Master of Arts (M.A.)-ECONOMICS

Revised Structure under NEP

The College has been offering M.A. Economics from the academic year 2016-17. The basic objective of our Masters Programme in Economics is to train students to develop strong theoretical foundations with a blend of practical analytics. An M.A. in Economics would assist in developing professionals and experts who would be able to apply economic reasoning to real world issues. It would also expose students to the complexities, dynamics and challenges of the current global economic scenario. The course aims to equip students with skills for economic analysis and decision making. An emphasis on data analysis and interpretation through the course would also encourage critical thinking and logical reasoning. The course would provide a learning platform for students who wish to pursue a career in national and international organizations, industry, education, public administration and NGO’s.

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Highlights of M.A. Economics Program

M.A. Economics - Revised Structure under NEP

Eligibility

The student who has passed any degree of this University or any other recognized University shall be admitted to M.A. in Economics programme.

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Procedure for seeking admission

• The number of seats will be 60 inclusive of both the specialisations (excluding NRI & Foreign quota)
• Admission will be made on the basis of merit. Merit lists will be drawn in accordance with the provisions of Admission Policy of the college.
• The Programme will commence subject to the minimum enrolment of students.

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Exit Rules

Once admitted, student cannot leave the programme in between.

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Faculty

The courses will be taught by the faculty of the Department of Economics and Department of Banking and Finance along with the Guest Faculty who fulfils the norms of the UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for the Teachers 2010 and other rules prescribed by UGC and SPPU from time to time in this regard.

In case of special circumstances, the professionals and experts will be invited whenever required.

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Programme details

The M. A. Economics will be of Two years’ duration consisting of Two parts. i.e. Part I comprising of two semesters and Part II comprising of Two Semesters. The entire programme thus comprises of Four Semesters in all with a total of 80 credits.

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Structure of the Programme

Semester wise list of Courses	SEMESTER I	SEMESTER II	SEMESTER III	SEMESTER IV
Core	Applied Microeconomics	Applied Macroeconomics	Dynamics of Economic Growth and Development	Rationale for Public Finance and Policies
Core	Mathematical Methods for Economic Analysis	Computer Applications & Statistical Methods for Economic Analysis	Applied Econometrics	Application of Software Training Tools for Research
Core	Research Methodology	Internship	Research Project	Research Dissertation
Core	Climate Change and Environmental Challenges	Behavioural and Experiential Economics	Global Political Economy: Implications on Trade and Policies	Industrial Economics
Electives for Non Fintech Students	1. Commercial Banking in India: Performance and Policy Analysis or 2. Transformation of India as a Global Economic Power	1. Security Analysis & Derivative Markets or 2. Financial Institutions and Markets	1. Agricultural Economics or 2. Economics of Gender	1. The Economics of Sustainable Social Infrastructure or 2. Economics of Population Dynamics
Electives for Students opting for Fintech *	Financial System—Foundation of Fintech	FinTech Ecosystem	Digital Payments & Cryptocurrencies	Blockchain Technology

*The titles of the Course may be subject to change

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Credits, Examination and Evaluation Scheme:

• The total credits of the Programme will be 80 credits.
• Each course will be of 100 marks.
• There will be a 60-40 pattern of evaluation:
• The students will have to undergo continuous assessment and therefore will be evaluated as follows:
• 60 marks will be for internal evaluation consisting of Mid Semester Projects, MCQ Tests and Assignments.
• 40 marks will be allotted for external evaluation i.e. Final Semester End Examination.

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Internship:

All the students should intern with an Academic (Research) Institute/NGO/firm, industry, etc. for a minimum duration of 120 hours. They could start with the internship program in the first semester and complete it by the end of the second semester.

Evaluation Pattern:

1. 50 Marks for Skill Competency and Learning Outcomes
2. 50 Marks for Report writing & Presentation
3. Semester 2 Examination results will be declared only after VIVA- VOCE examination.

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Time of PG classes: 12 noon to 4:15 pm