Course Overview:
The BA in Economics is a 3-year undergraduate program that focuses on understanding and analyzing the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. The course equips students with knowledge of economic theory, applied economics, statistics, and international trade, which are vital for careers in finance, government policy, and business.
Duration:
3 years (6 semesters)
Syllabus:
The syllabus may vary slightly between universities, but it generally follows this structure:
Semester 1:
Microeconomics - I (Introduction to Economic Theory)
Indian Economy - I
Statistics for Economics - I
Foundation Course (English Language or Regional Language)
Allied Course (e.g., History, Political Science)
Semester 2:
Macroeconomics - I (Introduction to Aggregate Economics)
Indian Economy - II
Statistics for Economics - II
Environmental Economics
Allied Course (e.g., Sociology)
Semester 3:
Microeconomics - II (Theory of Firm, Markets, and Pricing)
Public Economics - I (Government Finance and Fiscal Policy)
Development Economics - I
Mathematical Methods for Economics - I
Elective (Political Economy, Environmental Studies)
Semester 4:
Macroeconomics - II (Advanced Theories and Policies)
Public Economics - II (Taxation and Welfare Economics)
Development Economics - II
Mathematical Methods for Economics - II
Elective (Urban Economics, Agricultural Economics)
Semester 5:
International Economics - I (Trade Theories and Policies)
Monetary Economics - I
Econometrics - I
Industrial Economics
Elective (Labor Economics, Financial Economics)
Semester 6:
International Economics - II (International Finance)
Monetary Economics - II
Econometrics - II
Research Methodology
Elective (Economic History, Health Economics)
Average Fees:
₹15,000 – ₹80,000 per year (may vary depending on the institution)
Exams to Attend:
Admission is primarily based on merit, but some universities conduct entrance exams like the DUET (Delhi University Entrance Test) or JNU Entrance Exam for Economics programs.
Final evaluations in universities usually involve written exams and assessments, including projects or research papers in the final year.
Top 10 Ranking Institutions for BA in Economics in India:
Delhi School of Economics (DSE), University of Delhi
St. Stephen's College, University of Delhi
Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), University of Delhi
Loyola College, Chennai
Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR), University of Delhi
Presidency University, Kolkata
Christ University, Bangalore
Madras Christian College, Chennai
Hindu College, University of Delhi
St. Xavier's College, Mumbai
Top 10 Institutions for BA in Economics in Kerala:
St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam
Maharaja’s College, Ernakulam
Government College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram
Sacred Heart College, Thevara
Christ College, Irinjalakuda
Farook College, Kozhikode
St. Thomas College, Thrissur
Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram
Union Christian College, Aluva
Baselios College, Kottayam