BUILDING ON A LEGACY: THE CHANAKYA WAY
The B.A. (Honours) in Economics at Chanakya University is thoughtfully designed to equip students for diverse career paths in industry and academia. The program structure supports varied aspirations, including careers in civil services, international organizations such as the United Nations, economic research, and data analysis. A distinctive feature of the program is its emphasis on integrating and promoting Indian knowledge systems within the framework of economic sciences. Aligned with the student-centric and innovative pedagogical approaches advocated by the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the curriculum encourages academic exploration and flexibility. During the first two semesters, students at the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences engage with foundational courses across major social science disciplines. Thereafter, they are empowered to select their majors based on individual interests and academic goals. Besides, the students have the flexibility to choose the minor subjects according to their interests.
Eligibility Criteria
60% and above (or equivalent grade) in PUC/12th/any other equivalent exam conducted by a recognized authority/institution in India or abroad.
Chanakya Edge
- Strong foundation with teacher-researcher-consultants as faculty mentors: Learn from a distinguished faculty that combines academic excellence with real-world expertise, offering mentorship from teachers, researchers, and industry consultants.
- Case studies as live curriculum: Engage with real-world economic challenges through dynamic case studies, ensuring that learning is rooted in practical, contemporary issues.
- International institutions-based internship opportunities: Gain valuable international exposure with internships at leading global institutions, equipping you with insights into global economic systems and practices.
- Corporate & community-based collaborative learning: Experience hands-on learning through partnerships with industry leaders and the community.
- Initiatives, fostering a deep understanding of economics in both corporate and societal contexts.
- Gaming and simulation-based pedagogy: Participate in interactive simulations and gaming methods that bring economic theories to life, enhancing decision-making, strategy development, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent infrastructure and learning spaces: Learn in cutting-edge facilities designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and intellectual growth, supporting a dynamic, immersive learning experience.
- Research publications & analytics-based business enterprise consulting model: Engage in high-impact research projects and analytics-based consulting, collaborating with businesses to provide data-driven solutions, fostering practical knowledge application and entrepreneurial thinking.
- Innovative courses based on Indic perspectives in content/outcome: Explore unique courses that integrate Indic philosophies, values, and wisdom, applying them to contemporary economic challenges and shaping well-rounded, ethical leaders.
- Competitive practicum for civil services: Prepare for success in civil services with specialized training and competitive practicum opportunities, providing students with the tools, strategies, and real-world insights needed to excel in India’s prestigious civil service exams.
Programme Highlights
Liberal education at Chanakya, an opportunity to create your own academic portfolio:
- Choose Foundation Courses from over 50+ course options.
- Select Minors from across 6 Schools (Data Science to Development Studies).
- Courses are Transdisciplinary (AI and Society to Visual Communication)
- Knowledge is Transformational (Studio with Calligraphy to Coding)
- Teaching is Experiential (Gaming to Simulation to Events)
- Assessments are Appraisals (No Failure, but Feedback for Improvement)
- Ambience is Joyful (35+ Activity Clubs, Evening Engagements)
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