The undergraduate and postgraduate programme in Economics at Pragjyotishpur University focuses on developing analytically sound, socially responsible, and professionally competent learners equipped with a strong foundation in economic theory, quantitative techniques, public policy, and contemporary socio-economic issues.
The programme prepares students to understand, interpret, and address real-world economic challenges at local, national, and global levels — cultivating critical thinking, research aptitude, data interpretation skills, policy awareness, and ethical reasoning.
Apply and understand key concepts across microeconomics, macroeconomics, public finance, international and development economics.
Identify and analyse economic issues using logical reasoning, theoretical frameworks, and evidence-based approaches.
Use mathematical, statistical, and econometric tools for analysing data, interpreting trends, and drawing meaningful conclusions.
Conduct economic research, evaluate policies, prepare reports, and apply economic reasoning to practical and policy-oriented issues.
Communicate economic ideas effectively through written reports, presentations, academic discussions, and policy briefs.
Critically assess economic arguments, evidence, assumptions, and policy implications through systematic analytical inquiry.
Demonstrate ethical awareness and professional responsibility in academic work, research practices, and public engagement.
Show sensitivity to socio-economic inequalities, sustainability concerns, and development challenges affecting society.
Work effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in academic, research, and multidisciplinary settings.
Exhibit self-directed learning, adaptability, and continuous intellectual growth in response to changing economic conditions.
Develop a strong conceptual understanding of economic theories, models, and frameworks that help in interpreting economic phenomena and human decision-making.
Demonstrate ability to apply economic concepts in real-life contexts such as development planning, policy analysis, market behaviour, and environmental management.
Acquire the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and interpret economic data using appropriate statistical and econometric methods.
Understand national and global development issues, public policy mechanisms, and institutional structures to contribute to inclusive and sustainable development.
Identify global economic trends, international issues, and emerging policy challenges through contemporary and interdisciplinary perspectives.