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About the Department
Economics is a fascinating and comprehensive field that provides an intellectual foundation for planning, policy, and decision-making. The Department of Economics at AIUB is committed to promote sustainable development through knowledge, innovation, and research to address socio-economic challenges with the Undergraduate program as Bachelor of Social Science in Economics (BSS in Economics) and the Graduate program as Master in Development Studies (MDS).
Bachelor of Social Science in Economics (BSS in Economics)
The BSS in Economics program will strive to build foundations on theoretical and empirical knowledge in economics and to provide rigorous training in applied research. It pledges to impart enriched inclusive curriculum to equip the students with innovative knowledge to contribute to sustainable development. It also aims to instill a deeper understanding and practice of moral and ethical values to address contemporary socio-economic challenges. This program provides a foundation for careers in academics, research, finance, banking, and as an economist in public and private organizations, international or UN agencies, multinational corporations, industrial sectors, public service among other fields.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs):
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PEO 1 |
Apply empirical knowledge to find the evidence of economic theories. |
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PEO 2 |
Demonstrate the innovative knowledge to promote sustainable development to resolve the challenges in global field of economics. |
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PEO 3 |
Nurture future leaders and young economists to become global citizens and world class professionals. |
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PEO 4 |
Inculcate a spirit of enquiry to develop moral and ethical values that supports critical analysis of the contemporary socio-economic challenges. |
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):
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PLOs |
Description |
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PLO 1 |
Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established Economic principles. |
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PLO 2 |
Apply theoretical knowledge in their respective professions. |
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PLO 3 |
Display the skills and knowledge in solving problems with minimal supervision. |
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PLO 4 |
Evaluate critically the appropriateness of different Economic theories. |
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PLO 5
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Display advanced digital literacy which is adequate to perform complex Econometric models for sustainable development. |
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PLO 6 |
Communicate and interact effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes. |
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PLO 7 |
Demonstrate leadership skill for efficient communication and managing people in different socio-economic fields. |
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PLO 8 |
Demonstrate the ability to incorporate entrepreneurial skills and social empowerment in the field of Development Economics |
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PLO 9 |
Develop creative and innovative socio-economic ways for equal allocation of resources. |
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PLO 10 |
Demonstrate professional knowledge and practical skills in both technical and management to lead a team in critical decision-making environment. |
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PLO 11 |
Demonstrate social, professional, environmental, and ethical values. |
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PLO 12 |
Show-case global knowledge and competencies to fulfil employment, entrepreneurial and lifelong learning skills. |
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PLO 13 |
Contribute significantly to the global Economic development. |
Why Would you choose BBS in Economics at the Department of Economics at AIUB?
- Internationally trained and competent faculty members
- State-of-the-Art IT infrastructure facilities with advanced computer labs technology
- Latest library collections with online library management systems
- Regular international/national visiting professors/professionals to enhance cross-culture dialogue and intellectual exchange
- Student and faculty exchange programs with foreign universities
- Scholarship and waivers for meritorious students
- Wide range of research scope including seminars, workshops and symposiums
- AIUB Journal of Business and Economics [AJBE]
- Dedicated Economics Club (Equilibrium) for arranging academic events, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities
- Internship facilities at research institutions and professional organizations
- Specialized placement office to help students find rewarding employment
BSS in Economics
Semester 1
| Code | Course | Prereq. | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| GED1101 | BASICS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE | 3 | |
| GED1102 | COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS | 3 | |
| ENG1101 | ENGLISH READING SKILLS & PUBLIC SPEAKING | 3 | |
| ECO1101 | INTRODUCTION TO MICROECONOMICS | 3 | |
| GED1103 | MATHEMATICS 1 | 3 | |
| GED1104 | BANGLADESH STUDIES | 3 | |
| Total | 18 | ||
Semester 2
| Code | Course | Prereq. | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1202 | ENGLISH WRITING SKILLS & COMMUNICATIONS | ENG1101 | 3 |
| ECO1202 | INTRODUCTION TO MACROECONOMICS | ECO1101 | 3 |
| GED1205 | MATHEMATICS 2 | GED1103 | 3 |
| ECO1203 | AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS | ECO1101 | 3 |
| GED1206 | INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING [ECO] | GED1102 | 3 |
| GED1207 | HISTORY OF EMERGENCE OF BANGLADESH | GED1104 | 3 |
| Total | 18 | ||
Semester 3
| Code | Course | Prereq. | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECO2107 | MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS | GED1205 | 3 |
| ECO2106 | DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS | ECO1202 | 3 |
| ECO2108 | HISTORY OF ECONOMIC THOUGHT | 3 | |
| ECO2105 | INTERMEDIATE MICROECONOMICS | ECO1101 | 3 |
| GED2108 | BANGLADESH ECONOMY AND CONTEMPORARY ISSUES | ECO1202 | 3 |
| ECO2104 | PUBLIC ECOMONICS | ECO1202 | 3 |
| Total | 18 | ||
Semester 4
| Code | Course | Prereq. | Credit |
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| ECO2211 | LABOUR ECONOMICS | ECO2105 | 3 |
| ECO2209 | ECONOMICS OF MONEY, BANKING AND FINANCE | ECO1202 | 3 |
| ECO2210 | INTERMEDIATE MACROECONOMICS | ECO1202 | 3 |
| GED2209 | STATISTICS FOR ECONOMICS | GED1103 | 3 |
| ECO2212 | HEALTH ECONOMICS | ECO1101 | 3 |
| ECO2213 | INTERNATIONAL TRADE | ECO1202 | 3 |
| Total | 18 | ||
Semester 5
| Code | Course | Prereq. | Credit |
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| Elective | Elective 1 | 3 | |
| ECO3114 | COMPARATIVE ECONOMIC ANALYSIS | ECO2108 | 3 |
| ECO3115 | ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS AND SUSTAINABILITY | ECO2105 | 3 |
| ECO3116 | BUSINESS ECONOMICS | ECO2105 | 3 |
| ECO3117 | ECONOMETRICS | GED2209 | 3 |
| ECO3118 | MONETARY ECONOMICS | ECO2209 | 3 |
| Total | 18 | ||
Semester 6
| Code | Course | Prereq. | Credit |
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| Elective | Elective 2 | 3 | |
| ECO3219 | GAME THEORY | ECO2105 | 3 |
| ECO3220 | BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS | ECO1101 | 3 |
| ECO3221 | BIG DATA AND BUSINESS DECISION | GED2209 | 3 |
| ECO3222 | ADVANCED MICROECONOMICS | ECO2105 | 3 |
| ECO3223 | ENERGY ECONOMICS | ECO2105 | 3 |
| Total | 18 | ||
Semester 7
| Code | Course | Prereq. | Credit |
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| ECO4125 | RESEARCH METHODOLOGY | GED2209 | 3 |
| Elective | Elective 3 | 3 | |
| Elective | Elective 4 | 3 | |
| ECO4124 | APPLIED ECONOMETRICS | ECO3117 | 3 |
| ECO4126 | ADVANCED MACROECONOMICS | ECO2210 | 3 |
| Total | 15 | ||
Semester 8
| Code | Course | Prereq. | Credit |
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| ECO4227 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN GLOBAL ECONOMY | ECO3114 | 3 |
| ECO4228 | PROJECT ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION | ECO4125 | 3 |
| ECO4229 | ECONOMICS OF POVERTY, INEQUALITY AND GENDER | ECO2106 | 3 |
| GED4210 | PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | 120 Credits | 2 |
| Elective | Internship and Elective 5/ Thesis | 3+3/6 | |
| Total | 17 | ||
| Grand Total | 140 credits | ||
*Students may opt for a 6 credit thesis or a 3 credit internship and an additional 3 credit elective course.
Elective Courses
(Chosen by the Students)
| Code | Course Description | Credit | Prereq. |
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ELE 3101 |
Economics of Education |
3 |
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ELE 3102 |
Law and Economics |
3 |
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ELE 3103 |
Industrial Economics |
3 |
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ELE 3204 |
Political Economy of Globalization |
3 |
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ELE 3205 |
Urban and Regional Economics |
3 |
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ELE 3206 |
Economics of Micro-credit |
3 |
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ELE 4107 |
Applied Welfare Economics |
3 |
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ELE 4108 |
Macroeconomics of Developing Countries |
3 |
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ELE 4109 |
Population and Economic Growth |
3 |
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ELE 4110 |
Global Languages (Chinese) |
3 |
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ELE 4111 |
Global Languages (French) |
3 |
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ELE 4212 |
Seminars in Economics |
3 |
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ELE 4213 |
Internship |
3 |
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ELE 4214 |
Thesis |
6 |
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Admission Requirements for BSS in Economics
Academic Requirements for BSS in Economics:
(a) A total GPA of 5.50 with a minimum GPA of 2.75 for Arts and Social Science.
(b) Minimum GPA 2.5 (in both O and A Levels separately) with no grade lower than ‘D’ among best 5 subjects in O' level and best 2 subjects in A' level. (Scale: A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2 & E= 1).
(c) High School Diploma/International Baccalaureate with minimum grade C.
(d) GED result will not be accepted.
Required Documents for Form Submission:
1. Attested Photocopy of all Board Mark Sheets and Testimonials / Certificates.
2. Three copies of Recent Colored & Clear Passport Sized Photographs.
3. For O’Level &A’Level Students, Attested Photocopy of Certificates/Hard copies (with cash in code).
4. A’ level candidates who will appear on November 2019 are required to submit photocopy of Statement of Entry and original hard copy/Mark sheets of their A’s level Exam(with cash in code).
5. Applicants in Freedom Fighter category are requested to submit attested photocopy of (i) “Provisional Certificate” from Ministry of Liberation war affairs. (ii) Mukti Barta/Indian List/PM signed Certificate (iii) Gazette (iv) “National ID” of the freedom fighter & Birth Certificate / Death Certificate of the Freedom Fighter. (vi) Attested Internet Information of FF.
***Selected applicants in FF quota are requested to bring all these original papers during their admission.
Written Exam Waiver Conditions (will be called for viva interview):
1. Minimum score of 1650 in SAT for undergraduate program out of 2400.
2. Minimum score of 1106 in SAT for undergraduate program out of 1600.
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