About
The aim of the BA Economics Hons program from The NorthCap University is to equip students with a firm foundation of knowledge in advanced Macro and Microeconomics Theory, Research Methodology, Development and Growth Economics, Econometric Models, Mathematical Economics and many more. The program equips students with analytical, research, and decision-making skills besides developing national and international perspectives. These skills form the Bachelors of Economics course set that is much valued by employers and hence graduates of economics play a vital role in organizations. As one of the best Management Colleges in Delhi NCR, India, The NorthCap University produces students who are ready for opportunities in the market, be it Corporate Sector, Public Sector, Non-Governmental/ Social Sector or have a desire to pursue higher studies in Economics or related disciplines.
Objectives
- To promote excellence in economics education through provision of appropriate and innovative curriculum, building up of behavioral & technical competencies and sensitization of students towards global, socio-economic and political issues.
- To lay foundation for students to undertake successful ventures of pursuing higher studies, undertaking economics research and establishing themselves as competent economists.
- To provide to the nation and the world the required human capital for its sustainable development.
- To imbibe in learners the ethics and positive attitudes to utilize their analytical minds and abilities towards making meaningful contributions to the society.
Highlights
- Facilitate Vocation Analysis.
- Assists in Exposure to authentic working Environment by internship programs.
- Providing a prospect to interrelate with industry personnel.
- Revelation to Industrial Environment & Work Culture.
- Help in Developing Soft Skills in the Students.
- Help in overall Career Development.
- Facilitate in providing Opportunities to develop career in Industry.
- Hand out as a Launch Pad to the Students
- Facilitate providing Exposure of Industrial Environment, Economic Models, Quantitative Analysis, and Latest Software Applications through Apprentice Training and Visits in different fields.
- Maintaining good and healthy relations with Industries.
- To maintain and add updated information regarding latest requirements in the industries in our curriculum.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
On completing this course: –
1. Graduates can join professional career in fields of IES, Economics Analyst, Statistical Analyst, Banking, finance service, research and consultancy in private as well as Govt. owned companies of repute in India and abroad, in case of B.A. (Hons) in Economics.
2. Graduates can pursue a relevant post-graduate study such as MBA, MBE, MA, M.Com, MFC and other professional courses.
3. Graduates will be informed and involved members of their communities, and responsible professionals.
Programme Outcome (POs)
By the end of the program, the students should be able to: –
1. Articulate multiple principles, concepts, and theoretical perspectives central to understanding complex international issues relating to various sectors and in various domains.
2. Formulate effective responses to specific interdisciplinary problems.
3. Connect their personal beliefs to their professional practice.
4. Prepare themselves for multiple careers and learn other careers not aware of before.
5. Be Industry ready.
6. Write and speak professionally for diverse audiences.
7. Develop key critical thinking skills.
8. Enhance their creativity level.
9. Get high chance of becoming top decision makers of an organization.
10. To face the VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complex and Ambiguity) environment through teaching pedagogy.
11. Programs are an integration of qualitative (Art, culture) and quantitative (Stat, Quant) to make it intensive, relevant and with liberal approach.
Programme Specific Outcome
- Ability to acquire factual knowledge and strong foundation courses in subjects like Econometrics, Mathematical Economics, Statistics though various software, Time Series Analysis, Financial Economics and many more.
- Ability to develop an understanding of the basics, transform, strategize, and implement projects demonstrating Micro and Macro Theory and their Application to Economic Sub-Fields. Areas like Economic Growth, Green Economics, Minimum Wage are few to state for project implications.
- Ability to have an international stance using knowledge of practical subjects towards social dilemmas and ecological advancement implying all-inclusive expansion as an entity. The program equips students with analytical, research and decision-making skills which creates employability and hence graduates of economics play a vital role in organizations.
Syllabi and Course Outcomes
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Minimum Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Economics (Hons.)
10+2 (English Medium) examination conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education or equivalent examination from a recognized board with an overall aggregate of minimum 50%. (Maths is mandatory with at least 50% marks)
Selection Criteria
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Economics (Hons.)
Selection will be based on merit of
10+2 conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education equivalent examination from a recognized board (IB/ICSE)
or
SAT score
AND
Personal Interview
Seats
| Programme | Seats |
| Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Economics (Hons.) | 30 |
Financial Assistance
Programme Fee
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Economics (Hons.)
For Year 2022-23
Fee Concession cum Scholarship
| % of Scholarship | Eligibility (For CBSE as per percentage score in applicable subjects by program. Normalised Scores will be taken for other Boards with respect to CBSE) |
| 25% | CBSE: 90.1% and above |
| 10% | CBSE: 85%<= 90 |
- 20% scholarship on the tuition fees to the university employees’ ward/wards in the First Year Only
- 15% scholarship of the tuition fees for the university Alumni ward/wards, in the First Year Only
- Aggregate marks of Best 5 subjects in class XIIth examination conducted by CBSE or equivalent examination from a recognized board will be considered for scholarship criteria. For Boards other than CBSE, normalized scores as decided by scholarship and admission committee will be considered for scholarship criteria.
- Scholarships to be announced and reimbursed only after completion of admissions for AY22-23. Students who apply by the cut off date will only be eligible for scholarships. Cut off date will be notified during the admission process.
- There are a limited number of scholarships that will be served only on the basis of merit, if there are higher number of students in a particular scholarship bracket, the students in the order of merit will be shifted to immediately lower bracket
- Students applying with 2021 scores are not eligible for scholarships.
- Scholarships seats will be reduced on the pro-rata basis of actual enrolment.
- Scholarship not to be offered for any programs with less than 30 enrolments.
- Minimum CGPA of 8.50 is required to carry forward scholarship after first year and must have passed all the examinations and there should not be any disciplinary action against the student
- At any point of time during an academic year, a student can avail of benefits from one scholarship plan only. Student who once avail any scholarship will not be eligible for any other scholarship
- The management reserves the right to change the scholarship policy as per their discretion
- The scholarship will be awarded based on the above criteria at the sole discretion of the Admission and Scholarship Committee
Enquire Now
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Economics (Hons.)
Email: admissions@ncuindia.edu
FAQs
B.A. (H) Economics at The NorthCap University is considered as part of liberal arts education, it gives a pertinent background for careers in corporate and government and higher education.
- Professional Program Deliverance: NCU is a systems-oriented institution – guarantees good professional program deliverance, very good academic support systems in place
- Interdisciplinary wing: School of Management at NCU offers a diverse set of programs with cross learning and interdisciplinary learning opportunities
- Industrial & Academia interface: BA (Hons) Economics at NCU-SOM – a program designed by expert senior academician and industrialist with inputs from practitioners.
- Quantitative Methodology: Students learn Econometrics and Statistical tools using relevant software and models.
- Research based Reality Projects: Research based learning with illustrative resolution of real life economic and social challenges through cases, projects and assignments.
- Industrial Exposure: Learn through corporate visits, guest lectures, seminars, and workshops.
- Mentor-Mentee: At NCU, students are guided by their respective mentees, who not only helps them academically, but also grooms the students according to the current need of the industry.
- General Proficiency: Students are encouraged to opt for MOOC courses, certification courses to upgrade their knowledge from time to time. They are also encouraged to take part in various activities conducted by the professional societies and clubs of the University.
- Mock Interviews: NCU-SOM helps the students build confidence level by conduction of Mock Interviews by Industrial Experts.
The following are the USP’s:
- State of art Infrastructure.
- Interdisciplinary and Holistic Approach – Students take courses over a wide range of options in the first year.
- Programs are an integration of qualitative (Art, culture) & quantitative (Stats, Quant) to make it intensive, relevant and with liberal approach.
- Provide flexibility to tailor the student’s education to meet future demand by opting for market driven curriculum.
- The students are groomed to face the VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complex and Ambiguity) environment in teaching pedagogy.
- Well qualified faculty (mostly Ph. D degree holders).
We make you Industry ready by:
- Assisting in Exposure to authentic working Environment by internship programs.
- Providing a prospect to interrelate with industry personnel.
- Helping in Developing Soft Skills in the Students.
- Helping in overall Career Development.
- Facilitating providing Exposure of Industrial Environment, Economic Models, Quantitative Analysis, and Latest Software Applications through Apprentice Training and Visits in different fields.
- Maintaining and adding updated information regarding latest requirements in the industries in our curriculum.
- Conducting Workshops on latest models, theories and software usage for quick up gradation of the students.
Benefits of doing BBA specialization in Digital Marketing from School of Management and Liberal Studies, NCU are as under:
- Various corporate sectors
- Economic Consulting Jobs
- Customs Department
- Import / Export Companies
- Civil Services
- Business Analyst
- Corporate Analyst
- Finance and Budget Analyst
- Market Analyst
- Economist
- Business or Economic Writer/Journalist
- Banks
- Securities Analyst
- Own Research centers
- Self-owned NGOs