BS Economics  (For BA/B.Sc OR Associate Degree with less than 60 credit hours or Associate Degree  in other disciplinesBased)

The study of economics involves an analytical look at how scarce resources are allocated to various areas of production. It emphasizes the importance of making choices between desirable alternatives. The study of economics provides tools to make these choices in such areas as employment, economic growth, price stability, and trade. The Bachelor of Science in Economics program is designed for those students who, after completing their 14 years of education are looking for some knowledge based, career oriented and market determined educational program in the field of economics. The program is the blend of different courses like theoretical, quantitative, and applied areas in economics, which will enable the students to review, analyze and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence.

Objectives of the Programs:

The main objective is to achieve the highest possible standards of education, teaching, and research in economics. More specific objectives are to:

• Enhance the qualification of those who could not continue their education after BA/BSc/ associate degree without economics through formal universities.
•  Impart sound theoretical and applied knowledge of economics.
• Develop an ability in students to become effective independent researchers and learners.
• Provide a thorough understanding of the economic theory pertaining to global economic issues and its impact on Pakistan’s economy.

Learning outcomes of the bridging semester courses. 

• To give a sufficient establishment in the fundamental subject, with the goal that students don’t confront with the academic issues when they join major course ahead.
• To overcome any barrier between subjects learned at graduation level and subjects they would concentrate on B.S 

Evaluation Policy:

                        As per AIOU approved assessment criteria at BS level.