School of Economics

HOD's Message

The School of Economics at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) is a leading hub for economic studies, fostering a deep understanding of economic principles, theories, and real-world applications. It offers a robust curriculum that explores key areas of economics, including macroeconomics, microeconomics, econometrics, and developmental economics. The school is dedicated to nurturing critical thinkers who can analyze, interpret, and forecast economic trends and policies. Beyond just theory, students are exposed to hands-on practical experiences, enhancing their problem-solving abilities and preparing them for a diverse range of careers in academia, policy-making, and the corporate sector. SMVDU’s School of Economics is the stepping stone to becoming a proficient economist.

Vision & Mission

Vision:

To be a centre of excellence in the field of economics, that defines the education and research, with programs at par with international standards and serve the emerging requirements of society, industry and government.

Mission:

To develop problem solving skills and innovative applications of economics and prepare human resource for addressing the emerging global challenges, and disseminate knowledge through interdisciplinary study and research.

Objectives

To build up world class human capital
To meet the needs of the fastest emerging lucrative job market in India as well as abroad.
To train the students to work as analytical think tank for the corporate world as well as the government, PSUs, NGOs etc.
To uphold high standards of academic performance.
To provide high quality manpower to the government.

Programmes Offered

1. Four Year Undergraduate Program(FYUP) as per NEP 2020 , B.A.(Honors/ with Research ) in Economics

2. M.A.Economics

3. Ph.D.Economics

Programme Outcome

Programme Outcomes (POs): Four-Year Bachelor Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) in Economics:

PO-1: Economic Literacy: Develop a strong foundational understanding of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and basic quantitative methods to analyze economic issues at the individual, national, and global levels.

PO-2: Analytical Skills: Gain the ability to interpret economic data and trends using statistical tools and economic reasoning, fostering informed decision-making.

PO-3: Policy Awareness: Understand the role of government policies, institutions, and international organizations in shaping economic outcomes and development.

PO-4: Critical Thinking: Enhance the capacity to critically assess economic arguments, question assumptions, and evaluate policy alternatives.

PO-5: Communication and Presentation: Build effective oral and written communication skills to articulate economic concepts and arguments clearly and persuasively.

PO-6: Research Orientation: Develop basic research skills, including literature review, data collection, and analysis, to address contemporary economic issues.

PO-7: Ethical Reasoning: Understand ethical dimensions of economic decision-making and policies, and their impact on equity, sustainability, and social welfare.

PO-8: Employability: Prepare graduates for careers in public policy, banking, financial services, NGOs, and further studies in economics or related disciplines.

Programme Outcomes (POs): Master’s Degree Programme in Economics:

PO-1: Advanced Economic Knowledge: Attain an in-depth understanding of advanced economic theories, quantitative techniques, and econometric models to analyze complex economic phenomena.

PO-2: Research and Innovation: Conduct independent, original research by formulating hypotheses, applying empirical methods, and drawing evidence-based conclusions.

PO-3: Policy Formulation and Evaluation: Analyze and design public policies using economic theory and data-driven approaches to address development challenges and improve governance.

PO-4: Quantitative and Computational Proficiency: Master statistical software and analytical tools for modeling, simulation, and econometric analysis in real-world applications.

PO-5: Global Economic Awareness: Develop a nuanced understanding of international trade, finance, and development economics to assess India’s role in the global economy.

PO-6: Professional Development: Cultivate skills in academic writing, policy briefing, and presentation, enhancing employability in think tanks, academia, government, and international institutions.

PO-7: Ethical and Inclusive Perspective: Promote responsible economic practices with attention to inclusivity, gender equity, sustainability, and ethical governance.

PO-8: Interdisciplinary Insight: Integrate knowledge from allied fields such as political science, sociology, and environmental studies to provide holistic economic solutions.

Curriculum & Syllabus

Program	Course Structure/Syllabus
B.A(Hons/with research) & M.A Economics	Course Structure & Course Curriculum 2024-25
B.A.(Hons/with research)	Course Structure & Course Curriculum 2023
Integrated B.A./B.Sc. & M.A./M.Sc.	Course Structure & Course Curriculum 2021-22