The KCLAS Economics undergraduate BA programme offers a sophisticated blend of theoretical, quantitative, and practical courses spanning three years. Core, Allied, and Elective courses empower students to tailor their focus, fostering specialization in their areas of interest. Foundational subjects like Micro and Macroeconomics lay the groundwork, while specialized courses in Development Economics, Monetary Economics, International Economics, and Public Finance, among others, complement these by incorporating quantitative elements like Mathematical Economics, Statistics, and Econometrics.
Throughout the program, there’s a deliberate focus on Econometrics, recognizing its pivotal role in our evolving world. Each semester systematically introduces vital tools, gradually building a comprehensive understanding by breaking down the curriculum into manageable segments. By the program’s culmination, students acquire the essential knowledge and expertise required to confidently pursue advanced education or research opportunities, empowering them for their academic or professional journey ahead.
Applied economics modules such as Agricultural Economics, Industrial Economics, Demography, and Tourism enrich the learning experience by bridging theory with real-world applications. Additionally, skill-centric courses in Financial Accounting, Trade Documentation, and Computer Applications enhance the overall value of the program.
The teaching and learning process is taken to a higher level with the trademark KCLAS Edge and Edge+ activities. The students are exposed to Master Classes by eminent guests from academia, industry bodies and policy think tanks. Hands-on workshops, tailor made certificate course each semester, field works, online courses, industrial visits, Internships, Experiential learning give students an in-depth knowledge of the current trends in the field of specialization. The Department Association actively conducts diverse co-curricular initiatives that enrich students’ learning experiences and foster holistic intellectual growth. These activities place the students in the right stead when they graduate and choose to pursue higher education or immediate careers.
The KCLAS Economics program takes a holistic and pragmatic approach, aiming to shape the minds of students by embracing a comprehensive understanding of economics as a social science. It delves into the study of various social systems, including markets, corporations, legislatures, and families, viewing their behaviour because of interactions among individuals pursuing specific goals. The program’s methodology involves posing inquiries about the social world and utilizing data and models, with an emphasis on employing mathematical and statistical tools to facilitate analysis. KCLAS Economics is proud to say that it has set its action agenda in place to shape the future economists. We ideate. We are KCLAS Economics.