About the Program
Economics deals with the study of the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. M.A. in Economics is of the most popular courses amongst commerce students. The three-year postgraduate degree program offered by Andhra University prepares students for a career in the both public and private sectors. The Andhra University M.A. Economics degree program primarily focuses on macroeconomics, microeconomics, public economics, finance, accounting, international trade, finance, and more.
M.A. Economics is a work-integrated degree program that provides an opportunity for learners to take – Apprenticeship / Internship / Live project / On-the-job training.
Eligibility:
Any Bachelor Degree
Duration:
2 years
Objectives:
- To provide students with a deep understanding of core economic principles and theories.
- To equip students with analytical and quantitative skills to analyze and evaluate economic data and develop solutions to complex economic problems.
- To familiarize students with current research and trends in the field of economics and its subfields, such as macroeconomics, microeconomics, and international economics.
- To develop students' communication and presentation skills, which are essential for effectively communicating their economic insights and findings to others.
- To provide students with the opportunity to specialize in a particular area of economics, such as public policy, development economics, or behavioral economics.
Program Structure:
Semester – I
| Codes | Subject Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
Paper 1 |
Micro Economic Analysis - I |
4 |
|
Paper 2 |
Macro Economic Analysis - I |
4 |
|
Paper 3 |
Quantitative Methods - I |
4 |
|
Paper 4 |
Public Economics - I |
4 |
Semester – II
| Codes | Subject Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
Paper 1 |
Micro Economic Analysis - II |
4 |
|
Paper 2 |
Macro Economic Analysis - II |
4 |
|
Paper 3 |
Quantitative Methods - II |
4 |
|
Paper 4 |
Public Economics - II |
4 |
Semester – III
| Codes | Subject Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
Paper 1 |
Economics of Growth |
6 |
|
Paper 2 |
International Trade |
4 |
|
Paper 3 |
Indian Economic Policy |
6 |
|
Paper 4 |
Industrial Economics |
4 |
|
Paper 5 |
Labour Economics |
6 |
Semester – IV
| Codes | Subject Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
Paper 1 |
Economics of Development |
6 |
|
Paper 2 |
International Finance |
4 |
|
Paper 3 |
Economics of Social Sector |
6 |
|
Paper 4 |
Labour Economics |
4 |
|
Paper 5 |
Demography |
6 |
| Total Course Credit | 84 |
|---|
* Examination Format: Online Mode with Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) Pattern