SBK Women's University

Department of Economics
Faculty of Management Sciences

Department of Economics
Faculty of Management Sciences

The department of Economics, the first department within Faculty of Management Sciences, was established at the university soon after its inception in March 2004. Department is currently running only BS program with a view of achieving academic excellence by way of opening up new vistas in the field of Economics. Economics Department is planning to start M.Phil. and Ph.D. program by 2025/2026. M.Phil. program is planned to start by year 2025 and Ph.D. programs is expected to start by 2027.
At SBKWU economists are trained in Economic Theory and applied economic analysis. We strongly realize the importance of extending the knowledge of Economics at an academic level. In addition to the core courses the programs offer a wide range of Elective subjects. It offers students an opportunity to study particular areas of economics in greater depth, from both a theoretical and an empirical perspective. It not only prepares the theoretical foundations of the students but also requires them to undertake a research project/paper in the final year. The degrees in Economics are professional degrees that prepare students for careers in the private sector as economic analysts in businesses, consultancy firms, financial institutions, and applied research firms. They may also find jobs in international organizations (World Bank, IMF, International Labor Organization etc.), government (all ministries) and non-profit organizations (non government organizations, universities and other teaching jobs).
Vision
To develop outstanding and research oriented Economics programs with faculty that are recognized for excellence in instruction, research and service.
Mission

Economics department is committed to broaden the opportunity set for female youth of Balochistan by promoting, enhancing and maintaining affordable high-quality education and training in the field of Economics. Economics Department aims and strives to prepare each student to participate effectively as an informed citizen in the economic affairs of the society by enhancing their ability to assess economic activity and to contribute productively in their careers using knowledge learned during their study of economics.

Objectives
Economics Department is striving and plans to excel academically by providing the best education to its students. Department aims to strengthen its human capital by sending teachers for their Ph.D studies and increasing the research potential of the department.
Objectives
  • To Upgrade the curricula of study programs as per new policy of HEC 2023. Applying modern methods of education through application of advanced information technology;
  • Advancement of research capacities in areas of interest.
  • Increasing participation in scientific activities (congresses, conferences, seminars, workshops, etc.).
  • Deepening cooperation and exchange of experiences with the business community, including SMEs,
  • To introduce New study programs (Associate Degree Program, M Phil and PhD program);
Long term Objective:
  • Quality assurance in teaching and learning
  • Increasing teaching capacity with new academic staff;
  • Professional development of academic staff.
  • Improving the situation in the field of scientific research;
  • Active participation of the academic staff in congresses, conferences, seminars and workshops;
  • Greater involvement of students in scientific-research work;
  • Advancing technology for teaching and evaluating students' knowledge.
  • Establishing world class teaching and research institute capable of conducting problem solving research for national and regional economy.
  • Developing department into dynamic think tank for conducting cutting edge research and prescribe policies for development of the economy.
Short term Objective:
  • Improving teaching quality and course contents to become at par with the national and international standards
  • Encouraging students to select topics related to practical and relevant issues of national and regional economy.
  • Organizing seminars (online or at campus) for knowledge dissemination through inviting speakers of national repute.
  • Organizing workshops for capacity development of teaching faculty
Degree programs offered
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Scheme of Program Study (BS)

Total Credit Hours Total Semesters Duration
132
8
4 Years
First Semester
S.No Course Code Course Title Category Cr. hours
1
ECON-601
Principles of Microeconomics
Major
3
2
ENG-601
Functional English
GE-I
3
3
QR-
Quantitative Reasoning I
GE-II
3
4
ISL-601
Islamic Studies/Ethics
GE-III
2
5
ACC-
Allied Courses (Principles of Accounting)
Interdisciplinary-I
3
6
SOC-
Social Science
GE-IV
2
Total credit hours
16
S.No Course Code Course Title Category Cr. hours
1
ECON-611
Principles of Macroeconomics
Major
3
2
ENG-602
Expository Writing
GE -V
3
3
Natural Science
GE -VI
3
4
PAK-600
Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan
GE -VII
2
5
Quantitative Reasoning II
GE-VIII
03
6
Allied Course
Interdisciplinary-II
3
Total credit hours
17
S.No Course Code Course Title Category Cr. hours
1
ENG-602
Intermediate Microeconomics
Major
3
2
ECON-621
Statistics I
Major
3
3
Applications of Information and Communication
Technologies (ICT)
GE -IX
03
(2+1)
4
MTH
Mathematics
(Allied Course)
Interdisciplinary-III
3
5
Entrepreneurship
GE-X
2
6
Arts & Humanities
GE-XI
2
Total credit hours
13
S.No Course Code Course Title Category Cr. hours
1
ECON-612
Intermediate Macroeconomics
Major
3
2
ECON-633
Issues in World Economy
Major
3
3
ECON-622
Statistics II
Major
3
4
Civics and Community Engagement
GE -XII
2
5
Allied Course
Interdisciplinary-IV
3
6
ECON-
Labor Eco/HRD (Optional Economics-I)
Major
3
Total Credit hours
17
S.No Course Code Course Title Category Cr. hours
1
ECON-603
Microeconomic Analysis
Major
3
2
ECON-623
Econometrics
Major
3
3
ECON-614
Monetary Economics
Major
3
4
ECON-615
Public Finance
Major
3
5
ECON-624
Mathematical Economics
Major
3
6
ECON-
Optional Economics II
Major
3
Total Credit hours
18
S.No Course Code Course Title Category Cr. hours
1
ECON-613
Macroeconomic Analysis
Major
3
2
ECON-631
International Economics
Major
3
3
ECON-651
Development Economics
Major
3
4
ECON-641
Financial Economics
Major
3
5
ECON-625
Econometrics of Time Series and Panel Data
Major
3
6
ECON-626
Dynamic Optimization
Major
3
Total Credit hours
18
S.No Course Code Course Title Category Cr. hours
1
ECON-691
Research Methodology
Major
3
2
ECON-671
Islamic Economics
Major
3
3
ECON-
Optional Economics-III
Major
3
4
ECON-
Optional Economics-IV
Major
3
5
ECON-699
Capstone Project
Major
3
Total Credit hours
15
S.No Course Code Course Title Category Cr. hours
1
ECON-616
Economic Growth
Major
3
2
ECON-652
Issues in Pakistan Economy
Major
3
3
ECON-
Optional Economics-V
Major
3
4
ECON-
Optional Economics-VI
Major
3
5
ECON-692
Field work/ Internship
Major
3
Total Credit hours
15
Scheme of Program Study

Faculty Profile

S.No Name Designation Joining Date Status Area of specialization Email Address
1
Dr. Gul Ghutai
Assistant Professor
Nov 2009
On job
Islamic banking & Finance
gulghutai@site.sbkwu.edu.pk
2
Hira Irshad
Lecturer
2010
Ph.D study leave
3
Nadia Irshad
Lecturer
2010
Ph.D study leave
4
Dr. Tayyabah Safdar
Assistant Professor
9th , July 2012
On Job
Organization behavior
tayybah_safdar@yahoo.com
5
Ms. Asma Azhar
Assistant Professor
9th , July 2012
On Job
Entrepreneurship
Saaj5@hotmail.com
6
Ms. Humera Abdul Hakeem
Assistant Professor
9th , July 2012
On Job
Marketing
Humerabdul@hotmail.com
7
Ms. Uzma Jafar
Lecturer
9th , July 2012
On Job
Human resource management
ujafar4@gmail.com
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