Economics

Introduction:           

            Economics was one of the introductory courses when the college was established in 1986 at intermediate level. The Bachelor’s level program started its functions in 1992 since then the department is known for its national standard and quality education. The Master’s degree program was introduced in 1997 under the guidance of M/s Abida Arshad, the Head of the Department.

         The department produces brilliant students which play a prudent role in the development of our country by serving in various financial and educational institutions like banks, finance departments and educational institutions.

Programs:

  1. Intermediate level (Affiliated with Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Lahore)
  • Part I & Part II
  1. Graduate level (Affiliated with University of The Punjab, Lahore)
  • Part I & Part II)
  1. Master’s Degree program (Affiliated with University of The Punjab, Lahore
  • Part I & Part II

Scheme of Studies for Master’s Degree Program:

 

MA Part I

  1. Micro Economic Theory
  2. Macro Economic Theory
  3. Mathematical Economics
  4. Statistics for Economics
  5. Islamic Economics
  6. Major Issues in Pakistan Economy

MA Part II

Compulsory Papers:

  1. International trade theory and Finance
  2. Econometrics
  3. Development Economics
  4. Research Methodology

Optional Papers:

  1. Monetary Theory and Policy
  2. Advanced Mathematical Economics
  3. Agricultural Economics

 

Note: Students are liable to take only two optional papers.

Faculty:

  • Abida Arshad, M.A. B.Ed. (P.U), Associate Professor, Head of Department.
  • Shama Feroza Butt, M.A. (P.U), Assistant Professor.
  • Riffat Sultana, M.A. (P.U), Assistant Professor.
  • Noreen Hashim, M.A. (BZU), EPM (AIOU), Assistant Professor.
  • Azra Ismat-Ullah Awan, M.A. (P.U), Assistant Professor.
  • Samreen Kanwal, M.A. (P.U.), M.Phil. (GC), Assistant Professor.
  • Farzana Malik, M.A. (P.U), Lecturer.
  • Fehmida, M.A. (FC), M.Phil. (G.C), Lecturer.
  • Furqana Azmat, M.A. (P.U), Lecturer.

Library

            Library is equipped with more than 1200 books of renowned authors both local and international.

Co-Curricular Activities

            Department arranges regular seminars and conferences related to the current economic affairs which increases the awareness of students at national and international level. Annual trips are arranged for the students to minimize their educational stress.