Programme Details

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics

  • Bangalore Central Campus
  • Open From : 21-Mar-2024
  • Open Until : 04-Jun-2024


Overview

 
 

hD in Economics envisages a probe into the interrelationship of various economic factors. Economic activities have been a major concern of human beings, from the time of their evolution. Economics is a dynamic science. In the past few decades GDP growth in India has taken place largely due to innovation and technology. New and latest methods of production, consumption and distribution laws can be brought to limelight thereby economically strengthening the nation at large.

Through research, new knowledge can be added to the existing one by way of empirical testing such that the knowledge of the discipline serves the needs of government agencies, firms, financial Institutions and developmental organizations.
PhD in Economics is offered in the Central Campus, BGR Campus, Yeshwantpur Campus, NCR Delhi Campus and Pune Lavasa Campus.

 

Why choose this course?

  • Critical Thinking

  • Creative thinking

  • Economic Analysis

  • Research skill

  • Informed Policy making

  • Industry exposure

 

What you will learn?

 
  • Emphasis on research culture
  • Industry exposure.
  • Writing and editing skills
  • Teamwork skills
  • Logical and critical thinking skill
  • Collaborative academic programs through talks, conferences, workshops, seminars etc.
 
 

Coursework

 

The duration of the coursework will be 6 months from the date of allotment of research supervisor to the candidate and shall be counted within the overall normal duration of three years for the PhD programme. The PhD scholars are expected to complete the PhD coursework prescribed by the University and the Department during the first semester. The coursework covers topics on research practices and doctoral education, higher education and academic communication, leadership and development in academic practice, research tools and methods and academic writing. Each course has a specified syllabus divided into three to four units. Attendance is mandatory for all the courses and the students with less than 85% attendance will be required to repeat the course work.  Students lacking in attendance will not be allowed to make their proposal presentation or to appear for the end semester examination.  All courses will have continuous internal assessments (CIA) and a final examination. Scholars are expected to obtain minimum required marks to be eligible for finalization of their admission.

Career prospects

 
  • Teaching
  • Research Associate
  • Data and policy analyst
  • Civil services
  • Financial consultant
  • Economist
  • Managerial Positions
For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:
 
Bangalore Central Campus
The Office of Admissions,
CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road,
Bengaluru - 560 029, Karnataka, INDIA
Ph. No: +91 92430 80800
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Email IDs
Indian candidates: admissions@christuniversity.in
Bangalore Bannerghatta Road Campus
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Bengaluru - 560 076, Karnataka, INDIA
 
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Email:
 admissions.bgr@christuniversity.in
Bangalore Kengeri Campus
CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Kanmanike, Kumbalgodu, Mysore Road,
Bengaluru - 560 074, Karnataka, INDIA

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Bangalore Yeshwanthpur Campus
CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Nagasandra, Near Tumkur Road,
Bengaluru 560 073, Karnataka, INDIA

Ph. No:  +91 97422 44407
Email: 
admissions.yeshwanthpur@christuniversity.in
Delhi NCR Campus
CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Mariam Nagar, Meerut Road,
Delhi NCR Ghaziabad - 201003
 
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Pune Lavasa Campus
CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Christ University Road, 30 Valor Court,
PO Dasve Lavasa, Mulshi, Pune - 412112, Maharashtra
 
Ph. No : 1800-123-2009,
Email:
 admission.lavasa@christuniversity.in
Between: Monday to Friday: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM, Saturday: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
(Office remains closed on Sundays, Government Holidays and Any special events)
For Eligibility Criteria Click the link below:
 
 
Students who have completed their post-graduation from an international university must submit an equivalency certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
1. Admission Registration fee of INR 5000/- (Non-Refundable)
2. Programme fee as per the below table
Year
#Indian Nationals
Indian Nationals
#Foreign Nationals / OCI / PIO
Foreign Nationals / OCI / PIO
Full Time PhD
Part Time PhD
Full-Time PhD
Part Time PhD
1
60,000 INR
80,000 INR
750 USD
1000 USD
Time of Payment: All the candidates have to pay the I Year fee immediately after confirmation of the admission. For subsequent years, fees must be paid annually on or before 15th March.
# The fee for Full Time PhD Scholars, as indicated in the table, is the actual fee payable and excludes the scholarship amount.
 
It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for two years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.
 
1. NRI fee is applicable for the first year for candidates who have studied foreign syllabus (has to be approved by UGC / AIU) in the qualifying examination of study in India. In subsequent years Other Indian States fee will be applicable.
(The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category).
 
2. NRI fee is applicable for the full duration of the Programme for candidates who;
   2.1. Have pursued and completed their last qualifying exam from outside India.
   2.2. Are NRI and candidates who have applied under the NRI category.
 
3. To claim the Indian category fee, the candidates should have studied last 7 years in India. (Not applicable for OCI, PIO and Foreign Nationals).
 
4. Admission registration fee of INR 5000/- (US $80 for foreign nationals/PIO/OCI) is non-refundable in the event of cancellation of admission. This fee will be apart from cancellation charges if any applicable.
 
5. All Candidates If “Selected” after appearing for the final selection process, the fee may be paid through the following option:
    Payment can make through Net banking / NEFT / RTGS
    Payment / Transfer of fees does not guarantee admission.
 
For the Online Application form, click the below link:
Online Application Form
 

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