M.Sc. (Economics)

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The M.Sc. programs at BITS Pilani University have integrated degree programs without any intermediate B.Sc. degree. The integrated nature of the programs and their analytical and engineering science contents give them a professional character and enable students to participate usefully in corporate

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2 Semesters

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Considering the current market scenario and recent surge in demand for people specialising in Economics and Finance, Department of Economics & Finance of BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus offer programs such as integrated M.Sc. (Economics) and Minor in Finance.

The main objective of M.Sc. (Economics) program is to impart students with a rigorous and hands-on training in Economics, with special emphasis on analytical and problem-solving skill, and in-depth understanding of the theoretical and empirical construct in the field of Economics. This will make the students acquire a level of subject knowledge, enabling them to achieve high quality skills suitable for various professions, especially in the field of data analysis and economic policy making.

Eligibility for admission
Minimum Academic Qualification:

Candidates should have passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognized Central or State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and adequate proficiency in English.
The candidate should have obtained a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects (if he/she has taken Mathematics in BITSAT) or a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects (if he/she has taken Biology in BITSAT) in the 12th examination, with at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/ Biology subjects.

The structure and requirements of the M.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics program is as follows:

Discipline Core Courses
Semester I

ECON F211: Principles of Economics
ECON F212: Fundamentals of Finance & Accounting
ECON F213: Mathematical & Statistical Methods
ECON F214: Economic Environment of Business

Semester II

MGTS F211: Principles of Management
ECON F241: Econometric Methods
ECON F242: Microeconomics
ECON F243: Macroeconomics
ECON F244: Economics of Growth & Development

Practice School 1 (PS -1)

ECON F311: International Economics
ECON F312: Money Banking & Financial Markets
ECON F313: Issues in Economic Development
Discipline Electives
ECON F341: Public Finance: Theory & Policy
ECON F342: Applied Econometrics
ECON F343: Economic Analysis of Public Policy
Discipline Electives

List of Electives for M.Sc. (Hons.) Economics program:

ECON F351: Indian Economic Development
ECON F352: Management of Banks and Financial Institutions
ECON F471: Resources and Environmental Economics
ECON F353: Energy Economics and Policy
ECON F411: Project Appraisal
ECON F412: Security Analysis and Portfolio Management
ECON F422: Functions and Working of Stock Exchanges
ECON F354: Derivatives and Risk Management
ECON F413: Financial Engineering
ECON F414: Creating and Leading Entrepreneurial Organizations
ECON F415: New Venture Creation
ECON F355: Business Analysis and Valuation
ECON F356: Strategic Financial Management
ECON F357: Management Control Systems
Econ F314: Industrial Economics
ECON F435: Marketing Research
ECON F434: International Business
ECON F418: Quantitative Analysis of International Trade
FIN F414: Financial Risk Analytics and Management
BITS F314: Game Theory
ECON F314: Behavioral Economics
FIN F314: Investment Banking and Financial Services

Career Opportunity at Bits Pilani

The Birla Institute of Technology & Science, BITS Pilani is an all-India Institute for higher education. The primary motive of BITS is to "train young men and women able and eager to create and put into action such ideas, methods, techniques and information". The Institute is a dream come true of its founder late Mr G.D.Birla - an eminent industrialist, a participant in Indian freedom struggle and a close associate of the Father of Indian Nation late Mr. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (Mahatma Gandhi). What started in the early 1900s as a small school, blossomed into a set of colleges for higher education, ranging from the Humanities to Engineering until 1964 when all these colleges amalgamated to culminate into a unique Indian University of International standing. This university was christened as the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, known to many as BITS, Pilani.

Home to Innovation and Leadership

The Birla Institute of Technology & Science, BITS Pilani, is an all-India Institute for higher education. The primary aim of BITS is to "train young men and women able and eager to create and put into action such ideas, methods, techniques, and information". The Institute is a dream come true of its founder, the late Mr G.D. Birla, an eminent industrialist, a participant in the Indian freedom struggle, and a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi. What started in the early 1900s as a small school has blossomed into a set of colleges for higher education, ranging from the humanities to engineering. In 1964, all of these colleges amalgamated to form a unique Indian university of international standing, christened the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, known to many as BITS, Pilani.
Over the years, BITS has provided the highest quality technical education to students from all over India admitted on the basis of merit. Its graduates can be found worldwide in all areas of engineering, science, and commerce. BITS symbolises the maturing of Indian technical ability and "can-do" entrepreneurial spirit, especially as derived from the private sector. BITS is located in the Vidya Vihar campus, adjacent to the town of Pilani in Rajasthan.

Vision
Training the future of innovation

BITS’ mission is to advance knowledge and educate students in science, technology, and other areas of scholarship that will best serve the nation and the world in the 21st century. The Institute is committed to generating, disseminating, and preserving knowledge, and to working with others to bring this knowledge to bear on the world's great challenges. BITS is dedicated to providing its students with an education that combines rigorous academic study and the excitement of discovery with the support and intellectual stimulation of a diverse campus community. We seek to develop in each member of the BITS community the ability and passion to work wisely, creatively, and effectively for the betterment of humankind.

Mission
BITS Vision for leaders of change

Our commitment to transparency and stress on equal opportunity has been a key contributing factor behind our emergence as an institute of national repute. Our rigorous intake process rewards only merit and ensures that only truly motivated students join us. Our curriculum is continuously being innovated and refreshed to reflect the latest developments in technology and trends within the industry. Pure academics are supplemented by pervasive industry engagement and every student is exposed to practical applications of classroom knowledge under a structured semester-long engagement programme.

BITS Admission Policy

The pursuit of excellence requires a transparent and honest approach. At BITS Pilani, we have always believed this to be true and are one of the few top institutes in India to favour a ‘Merit Only’ based admission policy.
To ensure complete transparency in student intake in the undergraduate courses we have instituted BITSAT, a fully online exam. BITSAT tests students on their aptitude for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. BITSAT also has a section on English and Logical reasoning, thus becoming a complete analysis of a candidate’s intelligence and capability.

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