Economics is considered as the oldest of the Arts and the newest of the
Science subjects. The life of every individual from womb to tomb faces
the harsh truths of Economics. It is aptly called the “Queen of Social
Sciences”.
About the Department:
The Department of Economics was established in 1983 as one of the
core subjects of the programme B.A (T.M.) – History, Economics and
Political Science.
ADD-ON Courses:
The Department offers the Add-on Course ‘Fundamentals of
Insurance’ and ‘Practice of Life Insurance’, “Financial Markets”
to all the undergraduate students and a Bridge Course in the
fundamentals of the subject for the 1 st year B.A. B.Sc students who hail
from different courses.
Vision:
To transform the young girls into women with integrity in financial
management at home and in all professions of their choice through
imparting basic knowledge in the concepts of Economics and their
application in the utilization of resources rationally for the betterment of
the nation.
Mission:
To equip the students with up to date knowledge in the subject
inculcating the habit of following latest books and Journals.
To impart practical knowledge of financial management through
field visits, surveys and project work.
To build the character of students as good professionals by
imparting economic values and ethics
To empower them to be more humane towards the society.
Regular Practices:
Arranging field trips for students every year
Conducting Workshops, Guest Lecturers, Seminars and Academic
Competitions like Essay Writing, Elocution, Debating, Written
Quiz and Spandana.
Remedial Coaching for slow learners.
Tutor –Ward system to counsel the students.
Motivating students for Paper Presentations in Seminars and
Project Work.
Holding classes for Career Opportunity Programs to attend
campus interviews
Maintaining MOU’s and Collaborations with other institutions
Library:
The Dept. Library is maintained with 200 text books based on the
syllabus and Reference Books which cater to the needs of the
economically weak students
Free internet facility is provided to staff and students in the
department
Measures taken for academically backward and slow learners
Clarification of doubts
Repeated explanation
Providing study materials.
Home assignments
Conducted Study hours
Tutorials and extra classes
Parent –Teacher meet
Monitoring by the group leaders, who are academically strong.
Special Focus to strong Learners:
Class room seminars
Group discussions
Paper Presentations (PPTs)
Surveys