About the Programme
The BSc in Economics with Data Science is a cutting-edge program designed to prepare students for the demands of a data-driven global economy. This program blends a solid foundation in economic theory with advanced data science techniques, providing students with the skills to analyse and interpret complex datasets in diverse economic contexts. Through a multidisciplinary approach, students explore key areas of economics—microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics—while gaining hands-on experience in data management, modelling, machine learning, and visualization. This integration enables graduates to solve real-world economic challenges using theoretical knowledge and practical data analysis skills. This program is ideal for students passionate about understanding economic phenomena and leveraging data to derive insights for fields such as finance, policy-making, business strategy, and public health. Long-term internships, capstone projects, and collaborations with experts ensure graduates are equipped to lead in economics with the knowledge of data science.
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Integrates economics, mathematics, statistics, and data science to provide a holistic and industry-relevant learning experience.
Industry and Research Exposure
Students gain practical exposure through internships, projects, research activities, and industry collaborations.
Technology Driven Learning
Includes programming, data visualization, machine learning, and analytical tools used in modern economic and business analysis.
Global and Social Relevance
Encourages critical understanding of development, sustainability, public policy, and global economic challenges through data-informed perspectives.
Why Choose This Programme?
Interdisciplinary Advantage
The programme combines economics with data science, training students with complex real world problems and issues through data driven approaches
Industry Aligned Curriculum
Reflects on contemporary developments in economics, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies, ensuring relevance to evolving global industry and policy standards.
Policy and Research Orientation
Focus on analysing real-world socio-economic problems using evidence-based methods
Internship Opportunity
Structured internships provide exposure to research organisations, financial institutions, policy think tanks, analytics firms, and industry partners, enhancing students’ practical understanding of economics and data-driven decision-making.
Service Learning and Social Engagement
integrates service-learning initiatives and community engagement activities, enabling students to apply economic and data analysis skills to address real-world social and developmental challenges.
Holistic Development
Emphasises ethical reasoning, responsible data practices, analytical integrity, and professional skills, preparing students for leadership roles in academia, industry, public policy, and research.
Choose Your Track
Build analytical and research skills to understand economic trends and solve real-world problems using data.
Explore economic development, inequality, climate policy, and sustainability challenges while learning to evaluate the social and environmental impact of policies and development programmes.
Understand international markets, trade, and global economic systems.
What You Will Learn
Programme Structure
The programme structure outlines the academic curriculum designed to provide a systematic progression of learning through core subjects, electives, and practical components across semesters, ensuring both theoretical understanding and skill development.
Semester 1 — 1st Semester
Trimester 2 — 2nd Semester
Trimester 3 — 3rd Semester
Trimester 4 — 4th Semester
Trimester 5 — 5th Semester
Trimester 6 — 6th Semester
Trimester 7 — 7th Semester
Trimester 8 — 8th Semester
Eligibility & Fee Structure
Career Paths
Your Career Roadmap
Select a specialisation track to explore the learning journey and career outcomes tailored to your chosen domain.
Economic Analytics and Research Associate: Foundation Phase - Sem 1-3 - Build foundational knowledge in economics, statistics, mathematics, and programming while developing analytical and research-oriented thinking skills.
Core Specialization - Sem 4-6 - Gain advanced understanding of econometrics, data analytics, financial systems, and policy analysis through practical applications and industry exposure.
Advanced and Application- Sem 7-8 - Develop specialised expertise in predictive analytics,
machine learning, economic modelling, and applied research through projects, internships, and professional training.
Financial and Investment Analyst/ Banking Professionals: Foundation Phase - Sem 1-3 - Develop foundational knowledge in economics, finance, accounting, and quantitative techniques while building analytical and professional skills.
Core Specialization - Sem 4-6 - Gain practical understanding of financial markets, banking systems, business analytics, and market intelligence through industry-oriented learning.
Advanced and Application- Sem 7-8 - Build specialised expertise in financial analytics, investment analysis, fintech, and corporate strategy through projects, internships, and professional training.
Policy Analyst: Foundation Phase - Sem 1-3 - Build foundational knowledge in economics, public administration, statistics, and governance while developing critical thinking and analytical skills.
Core Specialization - Sem 4-6 - Gain understanding of public policy analysis, development studies, data analytics, and socio-economic issues through applied learning and field exposure
Advanced and Application- Sem 7-8 - Develop expertise in policy research, impact evaluation, sustainability studies, and evidence-based decision-making through internships, projects, and professional training.
Message from the HOD
Bangalore Bannerghatta Road Campus
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Department of Economics, CHRIST (Deemed to be University). Our mission is to nurture excellence through educational experience so that you can develop into an independent thinker and be prepared to pursue your chosen career path. The breadth and diversity of this discipline have grown over time. The study of economics is not just about numbers and graphs; it's about understanding human behaviour, making informed decisions, and contributing to the betterment of society. We are here to support you every step of the way.
Wishing you a successful and enriching academic year ahead!
Message from the HOD
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Department of Economics, CHRIST (Deemed to be University). Our mission is to nurture excellence through educational experience so that you can develop into an independent thinker and be prepared to pursue your chosen career path. The breadth and diversity of this discipline have grown over time. The study of economics is not just about numbers and graphs; it's about understanding human behaviour, making informed decisions, and contributing to the betterment of society. We are here to support you every step of the way.
Wishing you a successful and enriching academic year ahead!
Dr Rashmi Rai
hod.economics.bgr@christuniversity.in
Admission Process
- Register with your Email ID
- Login to the Admission Portal
- Fill the Application Form
- Pay Application Fee
- Entrance Test (If Applicable)
- Assessment
- Interview
- Check login page for result
- If selected, Offer Letter attached
- Pay Course Fee Online
- Complete Admission Process
Ready to Apply?
Applications for the 2026 batch are open. Deadline: 07-Jun-2026.