About the Department
The department of economics is one of the oldest in the institution with a rich legacy of the faculty and a good strength of students at undergraduate and post graduate level. The department offers B.A. [economics]and M.A. [economics] courses run by the Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune.
It also conducts various academic and extra-curricular activities for the students. The faculty is well qualified and are keen on research. They motivate the students for extra reading, classroom activities and research work along with the regular course work.
Year of Establishment :
UG - 1937 PG - 1981Legacy
The department has a very rich legacy of its faculty of great academicians and renowned economists since its inception. This is our pride list of the faculties in the past.
Late Dr. S. S. M. Desai, Former HOD.
Dr. Santosh Dastane, Former HOD & Vice Prin.
Dr. N. B. Sapre, Former Prin.
Late Prof. S. R. Walunjkar, Former HOD.
Renowned Guest Speakers
Dr. Colin Clark, Eminent Economist (USA)
Dr. Dhananjayrao Gadgil (Leading Force in Co-operative Movement)
Courses conducted by the department
Course | Class | Courses / Papers |
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B.A. (Economics) | F.Y.B.A. | Indian Economy Environment |
| S.Y.B.A. | Financial System , Micro Economics Macro Economics Basic concepts of research methodology |
| T.Y.B.A. | Indian Economic Development International Economics Public Finance Business Management Research Project |
M.A. (Economics) | M.A. I (Sem. I & II) | Micro Economic Analysis I & II International Trade International Finance Public Economics I & II Indian Economic Policy, Agriculture Economics Mathematical Economics, Statistical Techniques |
| M.A. II (Sem. III & IV) | Qualified and dedicated teachersAuthorized Marathi / English medium divisionsRich Library collection in the central as well as Department LibraryGood Strength of Students including students from many countriesRegular Extra-Curricular ActivitiesWell Maintained Administrative RecordsInnovative and Interactive teaching methods are used such as Group Discussions, Mini Research Projects, News Analysis, Field Visits, Class Seminars, Study Tours, Wall Magazine, Guest Lectures, Film Show etc. Introduction of optional papers such as Environmental Economics and Quantitative Techniques at UG and PG levelSpecial Guidance to International, Needy and Visually Impaired StudentsCelebration of Teacher’s Day, Fresher’s Party, Farewell on regular basis. The department has a library consisting of around 200 books and 30 journals related to economics for students and faculty. Most of these books are donated by the faculties, students and well-wishers. The department also regularly prepares a house periodical, wall-magazines and scrap books, made out of newspaper cuttings for the benefit of the students. Opportunities Possibilities for tie-ups, linkages with national and international universities, institutions for enhancing practical knowledge of the studentsSelf-financed short courses on stock markets, banking etc. can be conductedEmpirical Studies / surveys can be carried on in the field of rural development, consumer behavior etc. Macro-Economic Analysis I & II Growth & Development I & II Modern Banking Research Methodology& Research Project Demography, Economics of Finance, Rural Development, Economics of Environment Econometrics |
Department Highlights
Qualified and dedicated teachersAuthorized Marathi / English medium divisionsRich Library collection in the central as well as Department LibraryGood Strength of Students including students from many countriesRegular Extra-Curricular ActivitiesWell Maintained Administrative RecordsInnovative and Interactive teaching methods are used such as Group Discussions, Mini Research Projects, News Analysis, Field Visits, Class Seminars, Study Tours, Wall Magazine, Guest Lectures, Film Show etc.
Introduction of optional papers such as Environmental Economics and Quantitative Techniques at UG and PG levelSpecial Guidance to International, Needy and Visually Impaired StudentsCelebration of Teacher’s Day, Fresher’s Party, Farewell on regular basis.The department has a library consisting of around 200 books and 30 journals related to economics for students and faculty.Most of these books are donated by the faculties, students and well-wishers.The department also regularly prepares a house periodical, wall-magazines and scrap books, made out of news paper cuttings for the benefit of the students. Opportunities
Possibilities for tie-ups, linkages with national and international universities, institutions for enhancing practical knowledge of the studentsSelf-financed short courses on stock markets, banking etc. can be conductedEmpirical Studies or surveys can be carried on in the field of rural development, consumer behavior etc.
Head of department
Prof. Dr. Manjusha Musmade
Head, Department of Economics
Professor in Economics
M.A., NET, M.Phil. & Ph.D.
Senior College
Junior College
| Name of Faculty | Designation | Profile link |
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| Ms. Vimal Gaikwad | Teacher in junior college | View Profile |
Class Rooms and Office
The department has One dedicated classroom Assigned for the Post Graduation course.
UG classes are held in college classrooms as per the college timetable.
The department office is located in the Post graduate building on second floor. It has a good collection of textbooks and reference books and a computer with a printer and internet connectivity.
Every Year the department conducts various academic and extra-curricular activities with the collaboration with reputed institution and organization. The activities consists of guest lectures exhibitions field work study tours elocution essay competitions etc.
Research guides
Prof. Dr. Manjusha Musmade is approved research Guide in Economics in Savitribai Phule Pune University. Her two research students have been awarded the Ph.D. degree and four students are working for the same in her guidance.
Publications
Prof. Dr. Manjusha Musmade = Approx. 50+Research PapersMrs. Sonali More – Madhale = Published 12 Research papersMrs. Iramani Bhuyan = Published 10 Research papersMrs. Pramila Gaikwad = Published 5 Research papersMr. Vivek Datar = Published 7 Research papers
Books Published
Prof. Dr. Manjusha Musmade = Authored and Co-authored more than 10 Books on the subjectMrs. Sonali More – Madhale = Authored 1 Book on the subjectMrs. Iramani Bhuyan = Authored and Co-authored 5 Books on the subjectMrs. Pramila Gaikwad = Authored 1 Book on the subjectMr. Vivek Datar - Co-authored more than 8 Books on the subject
Student Projects
UG (T.Y.B.A) and PG (M.A) student undertake research Projects as a part of their course and there is Prof. S. R. Walunjkar Best Project Award instituted by the department. The faculty provides research guidance to the students and motivates them to carry on further research and publications.
The faculty helps the students in getting jobs and internships at various professional units such as education institutions, banks and industries. Students are encouraged and guided for the public service examinations and other competitive examinations.
An Orientation Program is conducted for the fresher’s batch every year.Contact numbers of the teachers are displayed in the department for the convenience of the students.E-Learning Practices- class wise Whats App groups and Google Classrooms are set up for reaching out to all students for the information and guidance regarding the working of the department.Various activities such as writing assignments, orals, group discussions, guest lectures, tests are conducted on online mode as per the requirement.The faculty uses various online platforms such as YOUTUBE, blogs, emails, Google Meet, Zoom, Telegram, Jitsi etc. forThe department has a separate official email id (nwc.eco.dept@gmail.com) for the official correspondence.Voluntary Mini Research Projects for UG/PG Students.Placement – Bio-data records for campus interviewsRemedial Measures and extra guidance for Lagging and Backlog Students.Charts, Sketches, Visuals on various socio-economic affairs are prepared and exhibited by the students.Students are encouraged to make charts and posters on related topics of syllabus. They also make sketches of well-known economists with their brief introduction. These are displayed in the dept.Economica – The In-house magazine. is edited and published by the department. The faculty and students of the department and also other departments contribute to the magazine.
Student Awards
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Our students excel in their academic pursuits as well as co-curricular and extra-curricular activities and competitions, and bring laurels to the department and college. To encourage the students, several prizes and awards have been instituted by the college, faculty and other stakeholders.
- UG Scholarships / Prizes / Awards
- Sir Manekji Mehta Prize – Highest in Economics at T.Y.B.A.
- Prin. Dr. N.B.Sapre Prize - Standing first in Economics at T.Y.B.A.
- Prof. P.S. Narayanprasad Prize - Standing first in Economics (T.Y.B.A.).
- The Premchand Royalchand Prize – Highest in Economics at F.Y.B.A.
- Prin. Dr. N.B.Sapre Prize - Highest in Economics at F.Y.B.A.
PG Scholarships / Prizes / Awards
- Late Prof. S. R. Walunjkar Prize - Best Project Award.
- Bai Ratanbai Maneckbai Dhanjishaw Prize - First in the M.A.
- Principal Dr. N.B. Sapre Prize - First in the M.A.
- Prof. P.S. Narayanprasad Prize - First in the M.A.
Glimpses at Department of Economics
Illustrious Alumni
The departmkent has a rich legacy. Our alumni are well placed and recognized in the society. Some of our illustrious alumni are:
Dr. Mukund Mahajan, Economist and AuthorMr. Yajuvendra Singh, Ex. Test Cricket PlayerPrin. Dr. Kailas N. Bavale, Renowned Social Scientist and ActivistMr. Bazir Shaikh, RBI OfficerDr. Mohan Chaudhary, Research Guide, Asso. Professor – Ramkrishna More College, Akurdi.Dr. Desta, Professor, US UniversityMrs. Sonali More – Madhale, Asso. Professor, Nowrosjee Wadia College, PuneMr. Pravin Ransure, Head, S P College, PuneDr. Lata Dhende, Asst. Professor – Siddhivinayak College, Pune.Dr. Rahul More, Asst. Professor – Abeda Inamdar College, Pune.