SYMBIOSIS SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS

B.Sc. ECONOMICS

SYMBIOSIS SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS

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VisionTo provide the right environment for an incredible educational experience and to evolve into a major research & consultancy centre – creating a difference in a civilized society.

MissionSymbiosis School of Economics will be known for rigorous applied economic analysis relating to real world issues of social relevance.

The BSc Economics degree develops intellectual and professional competencies within students. Certificate courses in emerging areas add to the learning and employability quotient of our students. SSE offers an M.Sc programme for those inspired by the spirit of research and higher education. The environment is disciplined and demanding, at the same time giving plenty of scope for creativity, originality and student initiatives.

Symbiosis School of Economics is a bright, young, vigorous and growing institution, with a demonstrable record of success. This very niche institute seeks to develop intellectual discipline, critical and analytical assessment which will result in rational thinking along with an understanding of the need for constrained optimization and a strong urge to strive towards achieving equilibrium.

THE SSE EDGE: A Snapshot

Innovative Pedagogy & Rigorous Training

•Places a lot of importance on intensive, application based research and analysis.•Innovative and proactive methods of pedagogy with emphasis on holistic development.

Global Academic Collaborations

• Student exchange programs like -Ontario Maharashtra & Goa Program (OMG)• NTU – Singapore

Program Structure

•Highly rigorous and practically relevant curriculum.• Innovative coursework bridging theory and reality

Student Mix

•Unique and Competitive Selection Process.• Diversified student backgrounds base, bringing broad set of ideas and innovations

Skill Development

Statistical software and packages- SPSS, SAS etc.

• The course (B.Sc. Economics) offered at SSE is meant to provide a foundation in Economics theory and practice as it includes diverse subjects such as Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Law, Environment and politics

• It is a foundation for students who wish to do the post graduation courses in Law, Journalism, Business and Economics.

• The course also provides a base to career opportunities in various industries requiring macro and microanalysis and personal skill such as Financial institutions, Media and communication, Government agencies, Research and Academia.  

B.Sc. PROGRAM STRUCTURE

SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 6

Research MethodologyFinancial ManagementComputer and its applications in EconomicsEconomic JournalismIntermediary EconometricsQuantitative TechniquesAgricultural Economics of IndiaIndustrial Economics

Portfolio ManagementEnvironmental EconomicsInternational RelationsInternational Financial ManagementBusiness Law – II Dissertation/ Project

SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4

Development EconomicsPublic FinanceBusiness Law– IPublic Administration and PolicyIntroductory EconometricsMathematical Economics – II Demography and Economics

International EconomicsEconomic ThoughtIndian Banking and Financial SystemForeign LanguagesLiberal ArtsResearch ProjectIntegrated Disaster Management Programme

SEMESTER 1 & SEMESTER 2

Microeconomics Macro Economic TheoryIndian Economics Environmental Science

Foundation of Mathematics Statistics Business Accounting Mathematical Economics – I

COURSE STRUCTURE

INTERNSHIP WITH A SERVICE CENTRE

INTERNSHIP WITH A BUSINESS UNIT

•SSE adopts innovative and proactive methods of pedagogy with emphasis on holistic developments of individuals.• The coursework has been designed to acclimatize students to the rigors of a highly competitive workplace.• Inherent with the coursework is a system of Continuous Evaluation (CE) that provides critical evaluation of a candidate’s performance from time to time.• The curricula places a lot of importance on intensive application based research and analysis. •Further, to strengthen the skill set, the students undergo workshops where they are trained to handle and implement data packages and software like SPSS, STATA, GRETL and SAS.

INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGY, RIGOROUS TRAINING AND SKILL

DEVELOPMENT

• Symbiosis School of Economics has collaborations with elite institutions like the London School of Economics for Summer Schools.

• It also runs international student exchange programmes like -Ontario Maharashtra & Goa Programme.

• The University constantly strives to facilitate student exchanges with leading schools across the world to bring about greater flow of knowledge, people and ideas.

GLOBAL ACADEMIC COLLABORATION

• Best students from the applicant pool are selected and provided with a platform where their skills are put to test

• Highly comprehensive screening process to safeguard the efficiency of the program

• This induction criterion serves as a filter to enrol the best candidates across different disciplines with proven excellence not just in academia but also in extracurricular activities.

• Eclectic mix of student backgrounds ranging from economics, commerce, mathematics, statistics, management, and marketing.

• Diversified student base brings to the table a broad set of ideas and innovations

• This talented student community, at SSE ensures that students are prepared to take on roles as managers, economist, statisticians, analysts and entrepreneurs.

DIVERSITY : STUDENTS BACKGROUND

Symbiosis School Of Economics Thrives On Diversity

The Symbiosis difference lies in our ability to attract a variety of students from a broad cross section of courses, streams, and regions.

Andhra Pradesh3%

Assam2% Bihar

2%Chandigarh

1%

Chattisgarh2%

Delhi9% Gujarat

2%Haryana

3%

International Students4%

Jharkhand4%

Karnataka5%

Kerela2%

Madhya Pradesh3%Maharashtra

26%

Orissa1%

Others3%

Rajasthan2%

Tamil Nadu2%

Uttar Pradesh6%

Uttarakhand4%

West Bengal19%

Profile of Students

Andhra PradeshAssamBiharChandigarhChattisgarhDelhiGujaratHaryanaInternational StudentsJharkhandKarnatakaKerelaMadhya PradeshMaharashtraOrissaOthersRajasthanTamil NaduUttar PradeshUttarakhandWest Bengal

PLACEMENTS

Students have been recruited by organizations dealing with distinct fields from supply chain consulting to policy research. This year the students have interned with esteemed organizations from diverse fields. Their internship experiences will sure match up to your expectations.

PAST RECRUITORS Administrative Staff College of India,

Hyderabad Indian Institute Human Settlements,

Bangalore

Aurora Comms, Mumbai

Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad

Bristlecone India, Pune

National Institute of Technology, Rourkela

Consumer Unity & Trust Society, Jaipur

NREGS, Government of Sikkim

Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance

Maven Magnet, Mumbai

EA to COO, Jeddah

Ormax Media, Mumbai

Financial Technologies, Mumbai

Retailers Association of India, Mumbai

First Energy, Pune

Swayam Shikshan Prayog, Pune

India Development Foundation, Gurgaon

www.investorsareidiots.com, Mumbai

SUMMER INTERNSHIPSThrough the duration of the course at SSE, students are encouraged to take up positions as interns in firms and NGOs of their choosing, as part of the course requirement. There are two internships to be performed (one at the end of every of academic year), to increase their skill and proficiency, and ensure that they are in a better position, with regards to skill sets, to be employed in the field of their choosing once they complete this Bachelor’s Programme.

Aditya Birla Group Basix India BhartiAirtel CRISIL Deloitte Haskins & Sells Hero Honda HSBC group IFFCO-TOKIO General Insurance Incredible Advisory Indiainfoline ING Group ITC group Sharekhan Steel Authority of India Ltd State Bank of India Sunidhi wealth Advisors The Hindu Times of India The Alchemist Arks

Surat’s People’s co-operative bank IIT Kanpur HAL Fast Capital Market Limited McNallyBharat Valuenotes SBI Capital Market Limited Bank of Rajasthan DLF-IPL Delhi International Airport Limited VoguestockCommercial Company Allahabad Bank HDFC Bank Reynolds ONGC Indian Oil Corporation Parisar (NGO) Tata Docomo Indian Statistical Institute

SPECIALISATIONS OF SUMMER INTERNSHIPS

During the internships, the students have picked up certain specializations to add to their specialization in the field of Economics. The below diagram illustrates the spread of such specializations within the student group

HOW TO TAKE ADMISSION

It is mandatory to appear for the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) for admission to SSE.1. For details about SET, kindly visit www.set-test.org2. The applicant will receive a prospectus from Symbiosis

International University.3. Online Registration for B.Sc. admissions will begin from 19th

February, 2014.4. The applicant is required to fill up an on-line application

form and pay Rs.1000/- to become eligible for admission to SSE.

5. The payment of Rs.1000/- can be made by any one of the two options-

Credit Card or Net Banking.Demand Draft – (Kindly mention your name and the SET ID number on the back of the Demand Draft)

The payment can be made in favour of ‘Director, Symbiosis School of Economics’ payable at Pune.Selection is done on the basis:6. SET score7. Based on the SET score, the institute will conduct a Personal

Interaction (PI) and Writing Ability Test (WAT) for the short listed students. The short-listed candidates will get a call for the PI-WAT.

Eligibility1. XII pass from any branch with minimum 50% marks for the

general category and 45% for students of SC and ST category.

2. Qualifying the Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) and Personal Interaction and Writing Ability Test (PI-WAT) of the School.

IMPORTANT DATES FOR SET

PARTICULARS DATES BY SIU

Online Registration for SET starts

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Online Registration for SET closes

Sunday, April 13, 2014

SET payment closure

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Symbiosis Entrance Test

(Slot for SSE)

Saturday, May 3, 2014

General / Engineering / Health Science

2.30 pm to 5.00 pm

SET Result Monday, May 19,2014

In case of problem contact

Phone: 020-39116226 / 27

Website: www.set-test.org

Email id: info@set-test.org

IMPORTANT DATES FOR SSE

PARTICULARS DATES BY SIU

Online Registration for SSE starts

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Online Registration for SSE ends

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Last date for SSE application fee

Saturday, May 17, 2014

Announcement of shortlisted candidates for

PI-WATThursday,

May 22, 2014

Dates for PI-WAT (Noida Centre)

Thursday, May 29, 2014 &

Friday, May 30, 2014

Dates for PI-WAT (Bangalore Centre)

Saturday, May 31, 2014

Dates for PI-WAT (Pune Centre)

Monday, June 2, 2014 &

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

DATES FOR SSE RESULTS

PARTICULARS DATES BY SIU

Display of First Merit list Friday, June 6, 2014

Last date of payment Thursday, June 12, 2014

Display of Second Merit list

Friday, June 13, 2014

Last date of payment Thursday, June 19, 2014

Display of Third Merit List

Subject to fulfillment of seats

Programme commencement

Monday, June 30, 2014

HOW TO PREPARE FOR SET

Students should practice the questions from the below domains.English: Out of 150 questions English carries 25 questions and the students can practice on certain areas like:• Synonyms• Antonyms• Reading Comprehension• Dictionary meaning of different words• Correct grammar usage and their rules etc.Quantitative Aptitude: It carries 25 questions and the students should focus on areas like:• Geometry• Algebra• StatisticsGeneral Awareness:  This section carries 60 questions and students should know the current issues and events like:• Business• Health• Legal AreaAnalytical and Logical Reasoning:  This section carries 40 questions and the areas to be covered are:• Coding and decoding• Data interpretation• Definitely true or false statements• Probably true or false statements etc.

CONTACT DETAILS

Dr. Rachna Shah

020 - 25675406 – Ext 217

Ms. Khushbu Thadani

020 - 25675406 – Ext 227

Dr. Roudra Chakraborty

020 - 25675406 – Ext 208

Mrs. Shilpi Singh

020 - 25675406 – Ext 220

Email: admissions@sse.ac.in