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B.Sc Economics (4-year) Programme:( Academic Year 2026-27)

The B.Sc. (Economics) programme at the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE) offers a rigorous undergraduate education rounded in economic theory, quantitative methods, data analytics, and applied policy analysis. This NEP 2020-compliant programme is designed with a progressive structure that builds strong analytical depth, empirical competence, and interdisciplinary understanding of economic and social issues. The curriculum of this programme covers core areas such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics, mathematical economics, and econometrics. Alongside, students are exposed to accounting, finance, sociology, economic geography, database management systems, and communication skills, ensuring a well-rounded academic foundation.

The distinctive feature of the programme is its strong quantitative and data-oriented focus. From the early semesters, students receive hands-on training in statistical and econometric tools using STATA/SPSS, R, Python, spreadsheets, and database management systems. Advanced courses in multivariate analysis, business analytics, and panel data and time-series econometrics, along with analytics-based project work, prepare students to engage with real-world datasets and policy-relevant questions. The four-year undergraduate structure offers flexible academic pathways, including Honours and Honours with Research, supported by internships, supervised research, and project- based learning. An outcome-based, student-centric pedagogy emphasises critical thinking, problem- solving, teamwork, and effective communication, preparing graduates for higher studies, research, competitive examinations, and diverse careers in policy, finance, analytics, consulting, and the development sector.

Multiple Entry and Exit Options (Aligned with National Education Policy,2020)

 

Key Features of the Programme

Strong foundation in economic theory and practice.
Interdisciplinary learning with courses in economics, statistics, finance, and other fields.

    • Skill and value-added courses for holistic development.
    • Emphasis on research, with the opportunity to focus on research projects in the final year.
    • Mandatory Summer Internship (4 credits): Gain hands-on experience through a 90-hour, 8-week internship. – kindly make this 120 hour internship, omit weeks. Specialisation options in the final year.
    • Ability Enhancement Courses (AECs) and Skill Enhancement Courses (SECs) for personal and professional growth.
    • Specialisation options in areas like Financial Economics, Development Economics and International Business in the final year

    Option for honours students to engage in specialized research in their final year.

Courses: 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th year

Specialisations Available (4th year):
– Financial Economics
– International Business Economics and Finance
– Development Economics
– Agribusiness Economics
– Population Studies and Health Economics
– Public Policy
– Geopolitics and Geo-economics

Research Honours (4th year):

Students pursuing B.Sc. Economics with research will be engaged in a specialised course which includes Research Methodology, Research Design and Sampling, Research Ethics and Qualitative Research. It will help them be ready to pursue a PhD in their respective domain. The same is also supported by a 12-credit undergraduate research dissertation.