Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics

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Duration

1 Years

Level

Diploma After Graduation

Type

Diploma

Eligibility

Graduation

Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics is a Diploma level Economics course. Applied Economics word defines the term that refers to the application of economic theory and analysis. While not a field of economics, it is typically characterized by the application of economic theory and econometrics to address practical issues in a range of fields including labour economics, industrial organization, development economics, health economics, monetary economics, public economics and economic history.

Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics Eligibility

  • One should have passed B.A. with Economics as one of the Subjects.
  • Minimum of 50% aggregate marks in graduation

Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics Syllabus

Syllabus of Applied Economics as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Sr. No.

Subjects of Study

A

Core Papers

1         

Microeconomic Theory

2         

Macroeconomic Theory

3         

Quantitative Techniques for Economic Analysis

4         

Development Issues of Indian Economy (With special reference to Kerala)

5         

Operations Research for Economic Analysis

6         

International economics

7         

Financial Markets

8         

Econometrics

9         

Mathematical Economics

B

Optional Papers

1         

Computer Application in Economic Analysis

2         

Energy Economics

3         

Development of Economics

4         

Security Analysis and Portfolio Management

5         

Environmental Economics

6         

Applied Welfare Economics

7         

Population Studies

8         

Public Economics

9         

Agricultural Economics

10     

Industrial Economics

11     

Health Economics

12     

Development of Economic Ideas

13     

Transport Economics

14     

Business Economics

15     

Project formulation and Evaluation

 

Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics College

Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics Course Suitability

  • Candidates having interests in Master of Arts in Applied Economics and the capability of communication, numeracy, problem-solving, computing, time management and analytical skills are the most suitable for this course.
  • Those who are willing to go for teaching fields at higher degree levels aiming of becoming teachers and lecturers are also a good match for it.
  • Applicants should have a logical and analytical bent of mind; numerical ability; an interest in current social and political activities; sincerity, commitment and devotion.

How is Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics Course Beneficial?

  • The course prepares the students to go for various jobs such as government departments and think tanks; banks and insurance and accountancy firms.
  • After this course applicants have also an option of higher degree programs in respective subjects i.e. M.Phil. and Ph.D. for going in teaching lines.
  • They can find jobs in banks in the form of branch managers, clerks, economic advisers, development officers, etc.
  • Candidates having an interest in tax matters can go for some special courses available to tax consultants like Diploma in taxation, Certificate course in tax consultant, etc. and work as tax consultants.

Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics Employment Areas

  • Stock Exchanges
  • Banking Sector
  • Educational Institutes
  • BPOs
  • Marketing Companies
  • Finance Ministry

Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics Job Types

  • Junior/Senior Demonstrator
  • Business Consultants
  • Economics Content Developer
  • Business Development Executive (Finance, Forex & Economics)
  • Thematic Researcher
  • Lecturer
  • Macro Economics Research Analyst
  • Health Economics & Reimbursement Manager
  • Thematic Equity Quant Analyst
  • Economics Teacher
  • Associate Professor
  • Economics Subject Matter Experts