Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics

PhD 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.

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Why choose this course?

Critical Thinking

Creative thinking

Economic Analysis

Research skill

Informed Policy making

Industry exposure

What you will learn?

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

Financial consultant

Research Associate

Civil services

Managerial Positions

Data and policy analyst

Economist

Admission Queries

For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:
The Office of Admissions,
CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road,
Bengaluru – 560 029, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 92430 80800
+91 80 4012 9400

Email IDs
Indian candidates: admissions@christuniversity.in
NRI candidates: nri.admission@christuniversity.in
International: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Kanmanike, Kumbalgodu, Mysore Road,
Bengaluru – 560 074, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 80 4012 9800,
+91 80 4012 9802
+91 80 4012 9820

Email
admissions.kengeri@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Mariam Nagar, Meerut Road,
Delhi NCR Ghaziabad – 201003

Phone
1800-123-3212

Email
admission.ncr@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Hulimavu, Bannerghatta Road,
Bengaluru – 560 076, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 080 4655 1306

Email
admissions.bgr@christuniversity.in

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

Phone
+91 97422 44407
+91 80 6989 6666

Email
admissions.yeshwanthpur@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Christ University Road, 30 Valor Court, PO Dasve Lavasa, Mulshi, Pune – 412112, Maharashtra

Phone
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)

Eligibility

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).

Fee Structure - 2024

Year
#Indian Nationals
Indian Nationals
SAARC / AFRICA / PIO / OCI / ASEAN / 
SAARC / AFRICA / PIO / OCI / ASEAN / 
Other Foreign Nationals Other Foreign Nationals
Full Time PhD
Part Time PhD
Full-Time PhD
Part Time PhD
Full-Time PhD Part Time PhD
1
60,000 INR
80,000 INR
860 USD
1100 USD
960 USD 1200 USD
 

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.

(The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category).

For the Online Application form, click the below link:
Online Application Form

Syllabus (Academic Year-2023)

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