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B.A.(Hons.) Economics

BML Munjal University’s Bachelor’s programme in Economics targets that at the conclusion of the programme, the students are expected to apply their knowledge of economics towards critical appraisal of real-world problems and apply research skills towards identifying innovative and scientific solutions.

The programme is for students who are seeking to build a career in the economics and business field.

The programme is designed to provide an interdisciplinary approach with the other streams of social sciences viz. psychology, sociology, political science with economics as major. Moreover, the programme structure at BMU gives a scope to the student to complete his/her honours degree in an interdisciplinary environment by choosing Management/Finance tracks as minors.

The experiential learning components involves Undergraduate Research Projects, Independent Study, Community-engagement-learning or Service-learning, Undergraduate teaching assistantships etc., but are not limited to the same.

An economics research internship allows a student to receive a credit in a company/ government agency/research institute/ think tank/university. This exposure to writing an academic dissertation at the undergraduate level will give the student an enormous advantage in pursuing their higher studies in premier Indian institutes/institutes abroad or showcase their in-depth knowledge and technical writing skills in the job market.

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Majors Offered

1. Economics and Public Policy

2. Economics and Sustainability Studies

3. Economics and Econometrics

4. Economics and Finance

Majors Offered

Interdisciplinary Curriculum

Discipline-agnostic, phenomena-based courses by international faculty in Strategy& Governance, Sustainability, Languages.

Academic Collaboration

BA (Hons) Economics at a glance

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Career Prospects

The students who wish to make a career in the field of economics are offered BA (Hons) Economics degree at BMU. At the university, the candidates are provided comprehensive knowledge about the field. The professors guide the students in improving their analytical ability, logical reasoning, and communication skills.

The Economics candidates can get an opportunity to work in various fields such as

  • Business Economics
  • Industrial Economics
  • Trade Economics
  • Health Economics
  • Behavioural Economics
  • Econometrics
  • Environment Economics
  • Energy Economics
  • Economic Journalism
  • Experimental Economics
  • Predictive Analysis
 

Academic Approach

Our undergraduate economics programmes are designed on the principle of Multidisciplinary Immersive Experiential Learning with an emphasis on Systems approach and a provision for choice-based fractional curriculum and flexible electives.
45% Experiential Learning

Practice School (Internships)

Interdisciplinary Approach

Peer Review Exercises

FAQs

1. What is B.A (Hons.) Economics?

Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) Economics is an undergraduate economics degree programme. BML Munjal University’s B.A (Hons.) Economics programme targets that at the conclusion of the programme, the students are expected to apply their knowledge of economics towards critical appraisal of real-world problems and apply research skills towards identifying innovative and scientific solutions. This programme is for students who are seeking to build a career in the economics and business field.

2. What is SoEC?

School of Economics & Commerce (SoEC) is the department which facilitates completion of B.A (Hons.) Economics programme for all students. It also ensures that the students are transformed into well-rounded, industry-ready individuals by providing them various types of training and opportunities for co-curricular activities along with their study programme.

3. What is the difference between BML Munjal University and School of Economics & Commerce (SoEC)?

BML Munjal University offers various degree programmes. These programmes and other training modules along with various co-curricular activities are provided by the School of Economics & Commerce (SoEC). SoEC is a part of BML Munjal University.

4. Which programmes come under the purview of SoEC?

Currently, Bachelor’s of Commerce – B.Com (Hons.) & BA (Hons.) Economics programmes are provided to students in School of Economics & Commerce (SoEC) at the BML Munjal University.

5. How is B.A (Hons.) Economics different from B.A. Economics?

The biggest difference between B.A. Economics and B.A. (Hons.) Economics is that in B.A. Economics, covers the basics of Economics whereas B.A. (Hons.) Economics, gives exposure to comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of economics.

6. What are the specializations available with all the B.A (Hons.) Economics Programme?

At BML Munjal University, B.A (Hons.) Economics programme is offered with two specializations

  • B.A (Hons.) Economics with Management (as minor)
  • B.A (Hons.) Economics with Finance (as minor)

7. What is the eligibility criteria for the B.A (Hons.) Economics Programme?

  • CBSE / ISCE / ISC and candidates of other boards applying for the B.A (Hons.) Economics Programme must secure a minimum aggregate score of 60% (in Core 3 subjects) in Std. XII board examinations.
  • Andhra Pradesh / Telangana / Kerala / Tamil Nadu State Board candidates applying for the B.A (Hons.) Economics Programme must secure a minimum aggregate score of 70% (in Core 3 subjects) in Std. XII board examinations.
  • SAT or ACT scores are also accepted for the B.A (Hons.) Economics.
  • Class 12th board examination score accepted for admission and scholarship.

8. What is the duration of the B.A (Hons.) Economics Programme?

The B.A (Hons.) Economics at the BML Munjal University is spread across 3 years and divided into 6 semesters.

9. What is International Immersion?

BMU offers 100% International Exposure to all students across all programmes. For this, the University has partnered with Top Ranked Universities from across the world including Imperial College London, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of Warwick, UC, Berkeley and many more. The immersion programme would be part of the academic studies at BMU – this would be graded, and part of the overall credits offered for that particular programme. Students should have valid passport to be a part of the programme.

10. Is there Industry Exposure within the course curriculum?

Throughout the duration of the programme, students will gain invaluable practical experience by applying this interdisciplinary and integrated learning to real-world problems. This will be made possible by way of Practice School, an internship concept. This initiative enable students to undergo meaningful work experience – over a period of three years. Practice School internships are courses with credit units and the grade so earned will be included in the cumulative GPA.

11. Does the University provide placement opportunities to graduates?

Yes, the final placement is provided to all eligible students.

12. How can I apply to BML Munjal University?

Candidates can apply online to BML Munjal University by logging on to https://admissions.bmu.edu.in/