The Department of Economics is amongst the elder of the Departments in the college and it has made a qualitative contribution to research and Under Graduate education in economics since its initiation. The college imparts teachings in economics since its inception (i.e. 1963). In the academic session of 1973-74, the college started teaching in economics honors classes for the students. Over the years the Department has evolved to define economics in different ways keeping in tune with the regional, national and international developments. The Department of economics creates a stimulating environment for the academic growth of its students. The faculty members are known for their expertise in finance, development, behavioural and mathematical economics and impart practical knowledge on the subjects. The diversity of specializations of the departmental faculty has promoted multi-faceted research at the Department and has brought a certain depth to the UG courses as well. Along with teaching, the Department recognizes the growing demand for trained manpower in education, industry, government and other sectors as well as nurturing future researchers and specialists in economics.
ABOUT COURSE PROGRAMME:
The department adopted a semester pattern of examination from academic year 2014-15. After one year of semester pattern, the department introduced the “Choice Based Credit System” (CBCS) pattern (i.e. 2015-16) which provided a new direction to the academic aspects and contribution for all round development of students. The Department offers teaching to an Under Graduate courses related to Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics and Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com).
HOW TO ENTER INTO U.G. PROGRAMME:
Department of Higher Education, Govt of Odisha has been receiving common application form(CAF) from students under SAMS portal and HE is inviting application for giving admission in different Colleges in the State. UG course consists of six semesters.
CURRICULUM:
Under Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) Pattern 2016- 2017
| Paper | Paper name | Full marks | semester |
| C-I | Introductory Microeconomics | 100 | Semester 1 |
| C-2 |
Mathematical Methods for Economics I |
100 | |
| GE-1(B.A.) | Introductory Microeconomics | 100 | |
| GE1(B.Com) | Micro Economics | 100 | |
| C-3 | Introductory Macroeconomics | 100 | |
| C-4 | Mathematical Methods for Economics II | 100 | Semester 2 |
| GE-2(B.A.) | Introductory Macroeconomics | 100 | |
| GE2(B.Com) | Macro & Indian Economy | 100 | |
| C-5 | Microeconomics I | 100 | Semester 3 |
| C-6 | Macroeconomics I | 100 | |
| C-7 | Statistical Methods for Economics | 100 | |
| C-8 | Microeconomics II | 100 | Semester 4 |
| C-9 | Macroeconomics II | 100 | |
| C-10 | Research Methodology | 100 | |
| C-11 | Indian Economy I | 100 | Semester 5 |
| C-12 | Development Economics I | 100 | |
| DSE-1 | Introductory Econometrics | 100 | |
| DSE-2 | Public Economics | 100 | |
| C-13 | Indian Economy II | 100 | Semester 6 |
| C-14 | Development Economics II | 100 | |
| DSE-3 | International Economics | 100 | |
| DSE-4 |
Agricultural Economics Or Project |
100 |
CLASS SCHEDULE:
The weekly academic programme of the Department accommodates the following as part of the time table set during 9:30a.m. – 5.30 p.m. every day:
- Regular Classes
- Proctorial Classes
- Weekend Seminars
- G-Discussion and Communication
- Consultation on dissertation preparation.
- Guidance on Library and Reference
For the Syllabus CLICK HERE
Photo | Name & Designation | |
 | Rasmi Ranjan Behera Lecturer and HOD MA, Ravenshaw University MPhil, University of Hyderabad Email: ranjanrasmi1991@gmail.com Mob: 9040571328 | |
Rasmi Ranjan Behera has received his M.A.in Economics from Ravenshaw University,and Mphil from the University of Hyderabad. He has also qualified UGC NET in 2012. He has been teaching in Department of Economics of Science College (Autonomous) Hinjilicut since 2016. His teaching interests are in Applied Economics, Mathematical Economics and Econometrics. | ||
 | Elarani Behera Lecturer in Economics MA, Ravenshaw University MPhil, Utkal University Email: elarani17@gmail.com Mob: 7735548464 | |
Elarani Behera has received his M.A.in Economics from Ravenshaw University,and Mphil from Utkal University. She has also qualified UGC NET. She has been teaching in Department of Economics of Science College (Autonomous) Hinjilicut since 2016. Hes teaching interest in Econometrics and Developmental Economics. | ||
 | Dr. Sudhir Kumar Panigrahy Lecturer in Economics MA, MPhil, Ph D, Berhampur University Email: sdp.sudhir@gmail.com Mob: 9437258741 | |
Dr. Sudhir Kumar Panigrahy has received his M.A.in Economics, MPhil, PhD from Berhampur University. He has also qualified UGC NET in 1994. He has been teaching in Department of Economics of Science College (Autonomous) Hinjilicut since 2017. His teaching interests are in Mathematical Economics and Econometrics. | ||
LIBRARY:
Different national and international author books on economics are sufficiently available in college central library. Students are allowed for access library study room.
STUDENTS’ PROJECT WORK:
UG students are required to submit a dissertation in partial fulfillment of the degree OF UG.
OTHER FACILITIES:
- Smart Class rooms
- Computer Lab
- Audio-visual teaching with Movie shows and Webinars
- Access to e-Library resources: Worlds best articles available through UGC Inflibnet and Pro-Quest Database
- Annual extension activities programmes,
- Study tour
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