Welcome to the Department of Economics

Department Profile
 
Name of the Department

                 Economics
Year of Establishment                     1988
Staff Strength                         1
Head of the Department           Mr. Showkat Rashid
 

About the Department:

The Department of Economics was established in 1988. Since its inception the Department of Economics endeavors to impart specialized knowledge in the field of Economics to create a class of skilled professionals. The Department aims to acquaint students with problems of the economy and enable them to cope with professional competency. The dedicated and sincere faculty of the Department is devoted to enhance the capabilities and capacities of the students. The main objective of our Department is to impart quality education to its students from all sections of the society and to help in the process of economic development by supplying skilled human resource to various organizations at local and national level.
Message from the HoD:
Welcome to the Department of Economics- a venue where ideas thrive, difficulties are approached with inquiry, and the concepts of economics are integrated into daily life. we investigate the human experience from the perspective of economics. We are dedicated to comprehend the urgent challenges of our era—poverty, inequality, sustainability, and growth and we try to identify and provide solutions. At Government Degree College Tral, we endeavour to cultivate critical thinkers and compassionate leaders capable of shaping a more promising future for our society.
Courses Offered: B.A.(Hons.) Economics 
The B.A. (Hons.) Economics programme offers a strong foundation for the advanced concepts and theories in the field of Economics. It offers students a coherent framework for modelling and analyzing the behavior and relationships of households, businesses, and government entities. The curriculum provides students with the opportunity to select elective courses from a range of courses that are currently relevant, thereby giving students the flexibility to prepare for jobs in academics, planning and development, Banking, law, management, journalism, government, and various other professions. 
Programme Objectives: 
1. To provide instruction to students on fundamental principles of economic theory 
2. To provide students with the mathematical and statistical skills required to get a comprehensive understanding of the subject. 
3. Examine current economic challenges and topics that are affecting both the nation and the global community. 
4. Provide instruction to students on how to get original data and acquire knowledge of sampling methodologies. 
5. Teach students how to utilize statistical and econometric techniques to determine the soundness of economic ideas. 
6. Provide students with training in the techniques and principles of economic modelling for carrying out the research process.
After finishing this Programme, a student will possess the essential skills to comprehensively comprehend and systematically analyze all significant economic phenomena. A student will possess the ability to examine and evaluate government policies and laws, and effectively illustrate their importance. By understanding the mechanics of an economy and the decision-making processes of consumers, producers, and regulators, the student will acquire the essential abilities to recognize, analyze, and resolve problems in a rational and effective manner. The program offers fundamental elements of economic theory and the chance to acquire skills in processing and analyzing economic data using reliable statistical techniques, which are the prerequisites for Research, with the aim of reaching economically significant findings. 

Vision: Our vision is founded on inclusive development, wherein economic prosperity elevates every individual, and no voice is left unheard.

Mission: Our Mission is to provide a platform wherein academics is blended with practical aspects so that real world economic challenges can be solved. A platform that cultivates critical thinking, analytical skills, promotes diversity and equity in teaching and Research. 

Let us envision, cooperate, and strive for an environment that promotes resilience, optimism, and collective prosperity.

Best Regards

Mr. Showkat Rashid

Head Department of Economics