Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Amity University Dubai equips students with a solid understanding of economic concepts and analytical methods. Upon completion, graduates possess the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for careers in economics, business, finance, public administration, and other professional fields. The program emphasizes the application of economic principles to real-world issues and prepares students for graduate-level studies or competitive job markets.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This degree equips students with a strong grasp of economic concepts and analytical methods, essential for building a successful career in economics, business or finance. The Bachelor of Arts in Economics degree is an excellent first step towards a career in applied economics, economic policy, business, law, public administration, urban planning, and other professional fields. Many students pursuing business or public sector careers opt for the honours economics degree as a stepping stone to an MBA or MPA.

Programme Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Economics programme, the students should be able to:

• Knowledge:
• Demonstrate knowledge of economic concepts and theories to analyse economic issues and make informed decisions.
• Examine the impact of economic decisions and policies on various stakeholders and society as a whole.
• Skills:
• Implement economic concepts and ideas to different audiences, including policymakers and the general public.
• Competences:
• Autonomy and Responsibility:
Take responsibility for one's own learning and development in economics.
• Self-Development: Manage learning tasks independently and professionally in complex and unfamiliar economic contexts to enhance personal and professional growth.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Fall:
• ECON 200 Fundamentals of Microeconomic (3 credits)
• ECON 215 History of Economic Thought (3 credits)
• ECON 110 Mathematics for Economics (3 credits)
• ENGL 102 English for Academic Writing (3 credits)
• GENE 120 Islamic Culture (3 credits)
• Spring:
• ECON 205 Fundamentals of Macroeconomic (3 credits)
• ECON 115 Statistics for Economics (3 credits)
• HAAS 102 Media Literacy (3 credits)
• COMM 105 Public Speaking (3 credits)
• ARAB 102 Arabic Language (3 credits)

Year 2:

• Fall:
• ECON 220 Intermediate Microeconomics (3 credits)
• BUSN 230 Economics of Growth and Development I (3 credits)
• ECON 240 Economics of the Middle East (3 credits)
• HAAS 202 Practicing Sustainability (3 credits)
• GENE 210 UAE Studies (3 credits)
• Spring:
• ECON 225 Intermediate Macroeconomics (3 credits)
• ECON 235 Economics of Growth and Development II (3 credits)
• ECON 245 Energy Economics (3 credits)
• ECON 250 Economics of Education (3 credits)
• HAAS 208 Life and Future Skills (3 credits)
• Summer:
• Internship: HAAS 340 Internship (3 credits)

Year 3:

• Fall:
• ECON 315 Basics of Health Economics (3 credits)
• GENE 340 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (3 credits)
• ECON Major Elective 1 (3 credits)
• ECON Major Elective 2 (3 credits)
• Open Elective 1 (3 credits)
• Spring:
• HAAS 302 Research Methods and Data Analysis (3 credits)
• ECON 305 Money and Banking (3 credits)
• ECON 340 Islamic Economics (3 credits)
• ECON Major Elective 3 (3 credits)
• ECON Major Elective 4 (3 credits)
• Summer:
• Internship (Mandatory if not completed in Year 2): HAAS 340 Internship (3 credits)

Year 4:

• Fall:
• ECON 320 Fundamentals of Public Finance (3 credits)
• ECON 325 Labor Economics (3 credits)
• ECON 345 Special Topics in Economics (3 credits)
• GENE 440 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (3 credits)
• ECON Major Elective 5 (3 credits)
• Spring:
• ECON 300 International Political Economy (3 credits)
• ECON 335 International Economics (3 credits)
• HAAS 450 Project (3 credits)
• Open Elective 2 (3 credits)

Careers:

A Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Amity University Dubai provides excellent preparation for graduate work in applied economics, economic policy, business, law, public administration and other professional disciplines. It can lead to many promising career opportunities, including:

• Economist
• Accountant
• Financial consultant
• Investment analyst
• Statistician