Department of Economics
The Department of Economics was established at N.M.S.M. Government College Kalpetta in 1999 as an undergraduate programme. Currently, the department offers BA in Development Economics and MA in Economics. The course intake is 61 for BA and 20 for MA.
Academic Programmes
The BA in Development Economics consists of 15 core courses, 2 complementary courses (spread over 4 semesters), 1 open course, and 1 elective course. Open courses are offered by the department to students of other departments, allowing them to select courses of their choice. Project work/visits are supervised by Economics faculty. The total credit of the programme is 120. Core courses include Micro Economic Analysis, Macro Economic Analysis, International Economics, Basic Tools for Economic Analysis, Economics of Financial Markets, Mathematical Economics, Econometrics, Modern Banking, and Computer Applications in Economics. One core course involves project work, allowing students to address socio-economic issues from a theoretical perspective. Complementary courses include Population Studies, Agricultural Economics, Foreign Trade, and Regional Economics. The programme aims to prepare students to contribute to economic policy-making, research, and socio-economic and environmental initiatives at global and local levels, as well as to excel in competitive fields.
The Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) in Development Economics at NMSM Government College Kalpetta is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical and applied economics. The Core Courses in this program provide students with a solid foundation in economic principles, enabling them to analyze economic issues at both national and global levels. Key core papers include Principles of Economics, which introduces students to foundational economic concepts, and Development Economics I & II, which focus on the challenges and opportunities within economic development. Additional core courses like Advanced Microeconomics examine individual and firm-level decision-making, while International Trade Theories explore the complexities of global trade. Public Finance emphasizes government expenditure, taxation, and fiscal policy, providing insights into public sector economics.
In addition to core economic courses, students have the opportunity to engage in Minor and General Foundation Courses (GFCs), which offer a multidisciplinary approach to learning. Minor Papers such as Quantitative Techniques for Economic Analysis, Microeconomic Foundations, and Elementary Tools for Economic Data Analysis enhance students’ analytical and quantitative skills, allowing them to conduct economic research and apply data analysis techniques. The program also integrates Multidisciplinary Courses (MDCs), including Security Trading Practices, Digital Economy, and Big Data Analysis in Economics, which expose students to emerging areas in the field.
Faculty Members
The Department currently has seven prominent faculty members.
- Mr. Biju Abraham, MA MPhil NET (Assistant Professor & Head)
- Dr. Rahul K, PhD, MA, NET (Associate Professor & Head)
- Dr. Rajimol MS, MA NET, PhD (Associate Professor)
- Ms. Seena Devi, MA NET (Assistant Professor)
- Dr. Basheer KK, MA, MPhil, NET, PhD (Assistant Professor)
- Mr. Rajith MR, MA NET (Assistant Professor)
- Dr. Prajisha P, PhD, MA NET (Assistant Professor)