B.Sc. Applied Economics

The B.Sc. in Applied Economics programme equips students with the analytical tools and practical knowledge to understand and address real-world economic issues. The curriculum blends economic theory with quantitative methods, data analysis, and policy applications, preparing students to interpret complex economic phenomena and make informed decisions. Graduates of this programme are well-prepared for careers in economic research, data analytics, banking, consulting, and public sector organizations, as well as for pursuing higher studies in economics and related disciplines.

The B.Sc is a three year degree programme. However, as per the provisions of the new National Education Policy (NEP 2020), a student may continue into the fourth year and earn a B.Sc Honours degree.

Why Choose This Programme?

Well-designed curriculum Strong analytical and quantitative skills Relevance to current economic issues Interdisciplinary approach Industrial and institutional visits Internship, research project, and mentoring Participatory learning through experienced faculty

What will you learn?

Students can build a strong foundation of economic theory and analyse real-world issues. Students will be equipped with quantitative and analytical skills. Students will learn data analysis through Excel, Stata, SPSS, R, and Python. Students will be equipped with group discussions, debates, panel discussions, and field visits. Learners will be guided to enhance research skills and publications through the research club.

Career prospects for BSc Applied Economics Graduates

Corporate sector Industries Banking & Financial Sector Consulting firms Government and Public Policy

Eligibility for Admission

Candidates who have completed Higher Secondary (10+2 / PUC) or Equivalent with an aggregate of 40% or an equivalent CGPA are eligible

Programme Matrix

Semester I Semester II
Micro Economic Theory and Application Macro Economic Theory and Application
Indian Economic Policy History of Economic Thought
Mathematical Methods for Economics Statistical Methods for Economics
Language across Contexts: Communication, Critique and the Self Multidisciplinary Course
Kannada Sampada I Texts and Mediated Voices
Vanijya Koustubha Kannada Sampada II
Foundational English Language Skills Vanijya Ratna
Introduction to Econometrics Applied English Communication
Health and Wellness Data Analysis using Statistical Package for Social Sciences
  Understanding India
Semester III Semester IV
International Economics Economics of Social Infrastructure
Fiscal Policy Entrepreneurial Economics
Computer Application using R Environmental Economics
Gender Economics Multidisciplinary Course as per Annexure
Multidisciplinary Course as per Annexure Data Analysis Using Spreadsheet
Introduction to EViews Environmental Science
Indian Knowledge System  
Semester V Semester VI
Welfare Economics Behavioural Economics
Research Methodology Financial Economics
Computer Application using Python Financial Accounting
Managerial Economics Agricultural and Rural Development
Econometrics Fundamentals of Public Policy
Internship Research Project