Bachelor of Science in Economics is an under graduate program which can be completed in 3 years time. This course deals with the study of basic concepts dealing with the field of economics. Aspirants who do this degree will have a great career in the field of economics. This field is of great demand in various sectors in this current era.

Advantages or benefits of Bachelor of Science in Economics

Aspirants in this field will have different higher study options in. These aspirants have great career opportunities in numerous fields as well. Numerous certifications can also be done by these aspirants. Good remuneration is also offered for these aspirants.

Eligibility required for Bachelor of Science in Economics

• The aspirants who have successfully completed plus two level courses with good marks can apply for this degree course.
• Certain Universities will consider the score in concerned entrance tests as well.
• Some reputed Universities will also consider their performance in face to face interview as well.

The qualification must be obtained from any of the reputed institutions to get admission in any of the top institutes.

Admission Procedure of Bachelor of Science in Economics

Application process differs with the chosen Universities. They will get the application forms from the official website of the concerned University or institute. Fees structure and other details concerning the admission process will be displayed in the site as well. Based on the marks in the qualifying exams as well as the score in the entrance tests, the Universities will put up a list of the students who are short listed.

Higher studies after Bachelor of Science in Economics

Below given is the list of higher study options available for Bachelor of Science in Economics graduates-

• Master of Science in Advertisement & Journalism
• Masters in Applied Economics
• Master of Business Administration in Economics
• Master of Business Administration in Economic Legislation
• Master of Business Administration in Macroeconomic Theory and Policy
• Master of Business Administration in Managerial Economics
• Master of Business Administration in Quantitative Techniques
• Master of Philosophy in Analytical & Applied Economics
• Master of Philosophy in Business Economics
• Master of Philosophy in Business Finance & Economics
• Master of Philosophy in Development Economics
• Master of Philosophy in Economics
• Master of Philosophy in Home Economics
• Master of Philosophy in Rural Economics
• Master of Science in Quantitative Economics
• Master of Science in Applied Economics
• Master of Science in Financial Economics and Administration
• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Economics
• Doctor of Philosophy in Rural Economics
• Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

Colleges offering Bachelor of Science in Economics

• Amardeep Singh Shergill Memorial College
• Apeejay College of Fine Arts
• Bahona College
• Barrackpur Rastra Guru Surendranath College
• Burdwan Raj College
• Cotton College
• D. H. S. Kanoi College
• Digboi College
• Dimoria College
• Durgapur Government College
• G C College
• Govt. National College
• Hojai College
• Kanya Maha Vidyalaya
• Karimganj College

Course Curriculum of Bachelor of Science in Economics

Year 1

• Introduction to Economics
• Principles of Sociology
• Mathematics 1 / Mathematics 2
• Statistics 1 / Statistics 2

Year 2

• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Econometrics
• Principles of Banking & Finance

Year 3

• Monetary Economics
• Industrial Economics
• Corporate Finance
• Economics of Labor

Text books of Bachelor of Science in Economics

• Principles of Economics by Karl E. Case, Ray C. Fair
• Micro Economics- Theory and Applications by Dominick Salvatore
• Modern Micro Economics by Koutsoyiannis A
• Modern Economic Theory by Sampat Mukherjee
• Micro Economic Theory by Rahul A. Shastri
• Micro Economic Theory and Applications by D. N. Dwivedi
• Management Accounting- Principles and Practice by R. K. Sharma and Shashi K. Gupta
• Micro Economic Theory and Application by G S Maddala and Ellen Miller
• Macroeconomics by Dornbusch, Fisher, Startz
• Monetary Economics by Suraj B.Gupta
• An Introduction to National Income Analysis by W.Beckerman
• Contemporary Macroeconomic Theory and Policy by Raghabendra Jha
• The Economics by Dudley Dillard
• Theory and Problems of Macroeconomics by Eugene A. Diulio
• Macroeconomic Analysis by Rana and Verma
• Value at Risk by Jorion
• Empirical Studies in Applied Economics by Jefery A Dublin
• Economics by Paul Samuelson
• Economics by David C
• Applying Economic Principles by Stephen Gordon
• Applied economics – An Introduction Course by Alan Grifiths
• International Economics by Dominick Salvatore
• International Economics by Francis Cherunilam
• Applied economics forecasting Techniques by Stephen G Hall
• International Economics by K. C. Rana and K. N. Verma
• International Economics, Theory & Practice by Mannur, H.G
• International Economics by Bo Sodersten and Geoffrey Reed, Macmillan
• The International Economy by P. T. Ellsworth and J. Clark Leith
• A History of Economic Doctrine by C. & C. Rist
• A History of Economic Thought by Roll, Eric
• History of Economic Thought by Hajela, T.N
• History of Economic Thought by Bhatia
• History of Economic Thought by Vohra, Munish
• Economic Development by Todaro and Smith
• Growth and Development by A. P. Thirlwall
• Indian Economy by R Dutt and K P M Sundharam
• Growth and Development by Mishra and Puri
• Statistical Methods by Gupta, S.P
• Fundamentals of Applied Statistics by Gupta, S.C and Kapoor, V.K
• Statistics: An Introductory Analysis by Harper and Row
• An Introduction to Econometrics by Klein, L.R
• Mathematics and Statistics by Salvatore
• Essential Statistics for Economics and Commerce by Hazarika Padmalochan

Jobs and Career after Bachelor of Science in Economics

Employment Areas

Below given is the list of employment areas suitable for Bachelor of Science in Economics graduates-

• Marketing section
• Accounts section
• Economic Consulting Firms
• Finance Section
• Commerce Units
• Banking Sector
• Agricultural Economics
• Econometrics
• Import and Export Companies
• Customs Department
• Civil Services

Job Types

Below given is the list of job types suitable for Bachelor of Science in Economics graduates-

• Accountant
• Financial Advisor
• Investments dealer
• Market Analysts
• Personal Finance Consultant
• Investment Banker
• Corporate Technician
• Marketing Supervisor
• Business Analyst
• Operations Analyst
• Money Consultant
• Securities Administrator

Remuneration after Bachelor of Science in Economics

Bachelor of Science in Economics graduates will get salary packages of around Rs.28000/- per month in Private organizations. They will be given salary packages of around Rs.21000/- per month in Public sector firms. Companies abroad will give them salary packages of around Rs.125000/- per month. Experience and knowledge in the field will help them to earn even more good salary packages.