Eligibility : BA Degree with Economics/Foreign Trade/Development Economics /Economics with Islamic Finance (Core/Main) or B.Com, of this University or an equivalent degree, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent Overall CGPA. OBC/OEC candidates are eligible to relaxation up to 5%. SC/ST candidates need only to get a pass.

OR

B.Sc Degree with Statistics/Mathematics (Core/Main), of this University or an equivalent degree, with at least 70 % aggregate marks or equivalent Overall CGPA . OBC/OEC candidates are eligible to relaxation up to 5%. SC/ST candidates are eligible for relaxation up to 10%.

Syllabus

Module 1: Understanding Financial Statements:

Analyze and interpret the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement, Assess the relationships between different financial statements.Financial Ratios and Metrics, Calculate and interpret key financial ratios, including liquidity, profitability, efficiency, and solvency ratios, Understand how ratios can be used for comparative analysis and bench marking.

Module 2: Valuation Techniques:

Explore various methods of valuing a business, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, market comparable, and precedent transactions. Assess the relevance of different valuation techniques in various contexts.Trend and Variance Analysis:, Conduct trend analysis to evaluate a company's performance over time.Use variance analysis to assess budgetary performance.

Module 3: Financial Forecasting:

Develop financial forecasts using historical data and statistical methods. Understand the importance of assumptions in forecasting models.

Module 4: Investment Analysis:

Evaluate investment opportunities using techniques such as net present value (NPV), internal rate of return (IRR), and payback period. Assess risk and return in investment decisions.

Syllabus

Course Title: Industrial Sickness

Course Description: This course explores the concept of industrial sickness, its causes, effects, and remedies. It aims to provide students with an understanding of the socio-economic impacts of industrial decline and the strategies for revitalizing sick industries.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Sickness

Definitions and Historical Background, Key Indicators of Industrial Sickness, Causes of Industrial Sickness, Internal Factors (Management, Finance, Technology), External Factors (Market Trends, Government Policies)

Module 2: Effects of Industrial Sickness

· Economic Impacts, Social Impacts (Unemployment, Community Disruption), Analysis of Notable Sick Industries, Lessons Learned and Best Practices

Module 3: Rehabilitation and Revival Strategies

· Policy Measures, Role of Government and Private Sector, Future of Industries. Technological Advances and Their Impact, Sustainable Practices and Innovations

Module 4: Role of technology in preventing industrial sickness

· Sustainable practices: Green technologies, circular economy, Future trends in industry, International Perspectives, Comparative analysis of industrial sickness in different countries, Global best practices for recovery, Future of Industries, The impact of globalization and digital transformation, Strategic planning for resilience and adaptability.

Syllabus

2023-24

Module 1: Introduction to International Business

Definition and scope, Globalization and its impact, Theories of International Trade, Comparative advantage, Heckscher-Ohlin model, Market Entry Strategies, Exporting, licensing, joint ventures, and wholly-owned subsidiaries.

Module 2: Cultural Differences in Business

Cultural dimensions theory (Hofstede), Cross-cultural communication, Global Supply Chain Management, Supply chain strategies, Risk management in global supply chains

Module 3: International Trade Regulations

Trade agreements (WTO, NAFTA, EU), Tariffs and non-tariff barriers, Emerging Markets, Opportunities and challenges, Strategies for entering emerging markets,

Module 4: Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility in International Business

Ethical issues in global business, CSR practices around the world

Assessment Methods:

· Final Exam: 40%

Recommended Texts:

· "International Business: Competing in the Global Marketplace" by Charles W. L. Hill

· "Global Business Today" by Charles W. L. Hill and G. Tomas M. Hult

Certificate course on Financial Analysis

Course Objectives:

1. Understand the principles of financial analysis and its role in decision-making.

2. Analyze financial statements to assess an organization's financial health.

3. Utilize financial ratios to evaluate performance and profitability.

4. Develop skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

5. Interpret market trends and economic indicators that affect financial

performance.

6. Apply risk analysis techniques to evaluate investment opportunities

Course Description: This course provides an in-depth understanding of budget formulation, implementation, and evaluation. Students will learn to analyze budgets from various sectors, assess fiscal policies, and develop skills in financial decision-making.

Course Objectives:

· Understand the principles and frameworks of budget analysis.

· Analyze public and private sector budgets.

· Evaluate the impact of budgetary decisions on economic performance.

· Develop skills in financial forecasting and reporting.

Course Description:

This course provides an overview of digital banking, focusing on its evolution, technologies, services, and impact on traditional banking practices. It covers essential topics such as digital payment systems, online banking operations, security measures, and regulatory frameworks.

Course Objectives:

· Understand the concept and evolution of digital banking.

· Identify various digital banking services and their benefits.

· Analyze the technologies driving digital banking.

· Examine security issues and regulations related to digital banking.

· Explore the future trends in digital banking.

Course Objectives

Industrial Economics typically focuses on understanding how industries operate, the behavior of firms, and the implications for competition and policy. 

Course Outline:

Introduction to Industrial Economics, Market Failures and Government Intervention,International Trade and Industry, Analysis of key sectors: Manufacturing, services, and agriculture

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand E-Business Concepts: Explain fundamental concepts of e-business and its significance in the modern economy.

2. Analyze E-Business Models: Identify and evaluate various e-business models, including B2B, B2C, C2C, and C2B.

3. Implement Digital Marketing Strategies: Develop and apply digital marketing strategies, including SEO, social media marketing, and email marketing.

4. Assess E-Commerce Technologies: Analyze the technologies that underpin e-commerce platforms, including payment gateways, security measures, and website architecture.

5. Evaluate Legal and Ethical Issues: Discuss the legal, ethical, and social issues associated with e-business practices.

6. 

Explore Emerging Trends: Investigate emerging trends in e-business, such as mobile commerce, social commerce, and blockchain technology.

Course objectives: The stock market is a collection of markets where shares of publicly traded companies are bought and sold. It serves as a platform for investors to trade ownership in businesses.

Key Concepts

Stocks: Shares that represent ownership in a company. There are two main types:

Indices: Indicators that track the performance of a group of stocks, like the S&P 500 or Dow Jones Industrial Average.

Dividends: Payments made by a corporation to its shareholders, usually derived from profits.

Market Capitalization: The total market value of a company’s outstanding shares, used to categorize companies (large-cap, mid-cap, small-cap)

This course provides an introduction to the field of environmental economics, which applies economic principles and analysis to the study of environmental issues. The course aims to help students understand the relationship between economic activities and the environment, including the causes of environmental problems, the role of government policies, and the use of market-based solutions.

ECONOMICS IN EVERYDAY LIFE