Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Economics

Academics

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Economics

Programme Duration 3 Years	Semesters 6	Level Undergraduate
Criteria: A minimum 60% aggregate in CBSE grades X & XII, or the equivalent from alternative schools, is required.		Academic Year 2020-2023
		Fees per year AED 40,000

Why choose this field?

Economics is a subject at the core of the commercial world. From the way our governments and international agencies work to the way we manage our own personal resources, economics is a force that drives it all.

This programme offers a thorough understanding of Economics which will empower students to better understand the world of economic issues. Students will learn about economic analysis, economic policy formulation and its implementation. The programme also focuses on fostering analytical skills and critical thinking abilities, along with core knowledge about the subject area. All this will enable students to either find employment or utilise their skills for higher studies and research.

Programme description

The B.A (Hons.) Economics is designed to give students a thorough understanding of Economic concepts added with analytical methods of Economics. It develops analytical skills and prepares our graduates for employment and further study in economics. The course is structured to ensure that thorough coverage of both quantitative and theoretical aspects of Economics is made.

Furthermore, the programme aims to expose students to the corporate and the professional world through a summer internship programme.

Career opportunities

This programme prepares students for a career in both the public and the private sector in finance, business management, banking, insurance and other similar sectors. Lucrative opportunities are available in the area of economic consultancy, financial and credit analysis, and actuarial science.

Learning Outcome

Students will develop an ethical, social, and professional understanding with a global outlook. In addition

Students will develop an overall enhancement of communication and IT. Through this programme,

Students will be able to understand the global issues and recognise the opportunity and challenges in the area of economics that are offered at a global level to them while operating in different cultures.

What will students achieve?

By the end of this programme, students will be able to think creatively and evaluate the opportunities available for their career or their own ventures.