This course intends to familiarize the students with the basic concepts in financial economics along with some of the basic models which are used to benchmark valuation of assets and derivatives. These include the CAPM, and the Binomial Option Pricing models. After completing this course, the student will be able to develop comprehensive knowledge on the role of finance in the operation of an economy. It also enables them to know the operation of the Indian Financial System and activities in the financial markets.
- Teacher: DR.NEETHU S ARAKAL
This course presents review of the history of economic thinking and economic analysis.: The main goal of this course is to provide students with understanding of historical evolution of economic thought. In addition students are also led to familiarize with i) Developments in major field of economics, ii) Schools of thought in economics iii) Works of some great economist from antiquity to contemporary times. By the end of this course student will be able to identify the major ideas associated with each group or thinker studied, and thereby the origins of contemporary theory are better comprehended. They are expected to place the theories and ideas studied within the context of the times in which they developed, evaluate different streams of economic thinking as well some personalities who had a major impact on the history of economic thought. Students are also expected to identify theories that radically differ from modern mainstream theory, and thereby recognize that the theoretical basis of economics has been, and continues to be, contested
- Teacher: DR.NEETHU S ARAKAL
International economics deals with the economic relations among nations --- both trade and financial relations—A good understanding in international economics is necessary for a student of economics and those who wish to work in these areas or governmental organizations. The basic aim of this introductory course on international economics is to present before the students the questions, and answers, related to international economic relations. The students are expected to acquire skill that will help them to take rational decisions in issues related to international economics.
- Teacher: DR.NEETHU S ARAKAL