ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Master of Arts in Economics
The Master of Arts in Economics program, established in 2016, has rapidly evolved into a thriving and prestigious academic offering. The demand for skilled economists and policy analysts in various sectors, including government, academia, finance, and international organizations, underscores the significance of this program. Recognizing these needs, the curriculum is meticulously designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical expertise required to excel in the dynamic field of economics.

The syllabus provides in-depth training across a range of specializations, including Advanced Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Monetary Economics, and Econometrics. These core areas of focus are complemented by elective courses and interdisciplinary topics, enabling students to build a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and their real-world applications. This multifaceted approach ensures graduates are well-prepared for diverse career opportunities such as economic analysts, policy advisors, consultants, researchers, and educators.

The program emphasizes holistic learning through co-curricular activities like seminars, workshops, assignments, and presentations, which form an integral part of the internal assessment. The inclusion of project work, internships, and dissertation components further enriches the academic experience by providing students with hands-on exposure to economic research and policy analysis. For instance:

Project Work:
In the second semester, students undertake group research projects focusing on real-world economic issues, fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and applied knowledge.

Internship and Dissertation:
During the fourth semester, students engage in individual internships and dissertations aligned with their areas of interest, culminating in a comprehensive viva voce examination.

Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who have passed the three year Bachelor’s degree examination of Bangalore University or any other University considered as equivalent thereto, with the respective subject as optional / major / special / main subject, are eligible for admission.

Program Structure and Duration
The programme is for two (02) years consisting of four Semesters altogether. A candidate shall complete his/her degree within two (02) academic years from the date of his/her admission to the first semester. A Student who successfully completes two (02) years of the programme will be awarded Master’s Degree in Economics by Bangalore University. Promotion Criteria
Candidates who have secured 40% marks in the aggregate of all subjects and 50% (45% for SC/ST/Category I candidates) marks in the cognate subject at the Bachelor’s degree level.

With its comprehensive curriculum and focus on skill development, the MA Economics program empowers students to achieve academic excellence and professional success. By integrating theoretical insights with practical applications, the program not only prepares students for competitive examinations conducted by UGC, NTA, ICSSR, and other national and state-level bodies but also equips them to address real-world economic challenges effectively. Graduates are well-prepared to make meaningful contributions to academia, policy-making, and industry, carving a path toward a fulfilling career in the field of economics.

Course duration: 3 years / 4 years

Additional course

Seat Available:
Department of Economics
UG :
The intake is 30

PG :
Intake is 30

Current number of students for Autonomous batch

UG :
20 PG :
8

HISTORY
Many in the world have a different attitude towards History. For some it is a story that everyone has learn with names and dates. For some it is a boring subject. Whereas for some it is one of the interesting subjects that is available to rectify the course of life as lessons are taught from the pages of history. Science forgets that it is history that keeps the record of scientists. Commerce forgets that for the present situation to be understood history comes to its aid. The importance of history cannot be denied at any point of human life and time. The Desalites History association has its annual visitations to various historical places across India. It also invites the students to have the hobby of writing everyday journal so as to get interested to become future historians.

ECONOMICS
Economics is a study of human being in connection with his business. One must know how one uses the resources available at one’s possession to live and to prosper. The person who knows how to manage one’s finance knows how to live and let live. Come learn how to carefully handle your resource.

POLITICAL SCIENCE
Political science is a systematic study and presentation about another realm of institution which runs and maintains any state or a country. Politics is part and parcel of human existence. People have the understanding that an order should be followed for peaceful existence and Political bodies are expected to do this job. Knowledge of political order is an added advantage for any student. Most welcome for the systematic study of this subject.

SOCIOLOGY
A systematic study of human being, culture, traditions, life styles and human bindings would be called sociology. It is an interesting subject that throws light on various institutions that have evolved in the society such as marriage, family, village, town and all others. Anyone who begins to study these topics would gain much more knowledge about oneself in relationship with society. Know thyself!

PSYCHOLOGY
A systematic study of mind and behaviour could be called as psychology. The varied aspects that we learn about human being right from the womb to tomb is so essential for society. Psychology has gained ground in today’s world. At every place of work, industries, educational institutes and other institutions of importance where work force is involved, the presence of a counsellor is must. Family counselling, youth counselling and child counselling are some of the areas where psychology is very much in demand. There is no loss in taking up this course as the future is bright for those who embrace this course with utmost interest and care.

JOURNALISM
The Department of Journalism equips the students to learn the skills required to win the challenges of communication in the 21st century. The goal is to empower students with technological knowledge and trains them with skills required to communicate, which creates exciting career paths. The course enables the students to explore the theories and applications of media in various situations. The academic programmes are designed by Bangalore University. In order to support creative and young minds, the Department also offers various certificate and add on courses to be empowered for the “Modern Infotainment world”.

OPTIONAL ENGLISH
Are you a person interested in reading between the lines? Are you good at appreciating even the very common aspects of anything and everything? Then this course is for you. English Literature has earmarks to explore the great variety of literary pieces of writing in English from across the globe that covers traditional genres and literary periods. Literature is a deep and broad ocean like subject that enables you to take a fresh look at familiar texts and encounter new text. Besides Literature, the syllabus offers linguistic skills in the frame ‘Facets of Language’. The globe demands people to communicate in English effectively. In the view of enhancing the communicative skills of the students, the areas like vocabulary, pronunciation, verbal expressions, speech sounds in English, the structure of words and sentences, speech and writing, stylistic analysis and many more are offered improve Communicative English and gain confidence.