Maharshi Karve Vidya Vihar, Karve Road, Pune-411038.
Year of Establishment: 1964
The Department of Economics, established in 1964, has been committed to imparting quality education and fostering the holistic development of women learners. The department aims to equip students with comprehensive knowledge of economic theory, policy, and application, along with analytical reasoning and social awareness, thereby preparing them to become responsible and future-ready citizens contributing effectively to national development. It focuses on developing analytical, quantitative, and research-oriented skills among students while enhancing their understanding of local, national, and global economic issues. The department promotes critical and creative thinking for problem-solving in socio-economic contexts and encourages academic excellence, employability, and entrepreneurship. Students are guided and motivated to pursue higher education and succeed in various competitive examinations.
The department offers an undergraduate program as per NEP 2020 leading to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Economics and Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com). The department conducts various add-on and certificate courses such as Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship to enhance students’ practical knowledge and employability.
The Department of Economics is distinguished by its well-qualified and experienced faculty, who are dedicated to academic excellence and student mentoring. The teaching-learning process emphasizes participatory and experiential methods, especially through research projects and practical applications. The department regularly organizes guest lectures, workshops, and exhibitions to enrich academic learning and foster intellectual engagement. It also promotes interdisciplinary collaboration with other departments and encourages students to participate actively in research, extension, and community outreach activities aimed at developing social and economic awareness.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates of the Department of Economics have a wide range of career opportunities in civil services, banking and financial institutions, corporate and industrial sectors, non-governmental organizations, as well as in teaching and research. Through its academic and skill development initiatives, the department continues to nurture confident, competent, and socially responsible women professionals.
| Sr. No. | Abbreviation | Code | Title of the Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sem I | |||
| 1 | Subject 1 | 10010601 | Introduction to Indian Economy |
| 2 | Subject 2 | 10010601 | Introduction to Indian Economy |
| 3 | Subject 3 | 10010601 | Introduction to Indian Economy |
| 4 | VSC I | 10610601 | Financial Literacy |
| 5 | SEC | — | |
| 6 | AEC | — | |
| 7 | IKS | — | |
| 8 | VEC | — | |
| 9 | CC | — | |
| Sem II | |||
| 1 | Subject 1 | 20010611 | Industrial and External sector of Indian Economy |
| 2 | Subject 2 | 20010611 | Industrial and External sector of Indian Economy |
| 3 | Subject 3 | 20010611 | Industrial and External sector of Indian Economy |
| 4 | VSC II | 20610611 | Financial Literacy |
| 5 | VSC III | 20610611 | Financial Literacy |
| 6 | SEC | — | |
| 7 | AEC | — | |
| 8 | VEC | — | |
| 9 | CC | — | |
| Sem III | |||
| 1 | Major (Core) | 30110611 | Theory of Value |
| 2 | Major (Core) | 30110612 | Economics of Development |
| 3 | Major (Core) | 30110613 | Economics of Labour |
| 4 | Minor Stream | 30310611 | Indian Economic Policy |
| 5 | OEC | — | |
| 6 | AEC (MIL) | — | |
| 7 | Field Project (FP) | 31310601 | Field Project in Economics |
| 8 | CC | — | |
| Sem IV | |||
| 1 | Major (Core) | 40110611 | Theory of Distribution and Welfare Economics |
| 2 | Major (Core) | 40110612 | Industrial Economics |
| 3 | Major (Core) | 40110613 | Public Finance |
| 4 | OEC | — | |
| 5 | SEC | — | |
| 6 | AEC (MIL) | — | |
| 7 | Community Engagement (CE) | 41510601 | Community Engagement in Economics |
| 8 | CC | — | |