What is this course?

About Economics & Finance

This course links how the economy works with how money is raised, invested and managed. You learn economic theory alongside accounting, corporate finance and financial markets, which prepares you for banking, investing and policy careers.

What you will study

Curriculum, year by year

Typical curriculum, year by year. Each university sets its own course list.

Year 1

Micro & Macroeconomics
Maths for Economics
Financial Accounting
Statistics

Year 2

Corporate Finance
Money & Banking
Econometrics
Investments

Year 3

Financial Markets & Derivatives
International Finance
Financial Modelling (Excel)
Electives

Year 4 (Hons)

Asset pricing
Fintech
Research or capstone

Specialisation areas

Investment bankingEquity researchBanking & monetary policyFintechWealth managementRisk

Career options

Where this can take you

Investment Banking AnalystBanks, boutiques

Equity / Credit Research AnalystBrokerages, rating agencies

Financial AnalystCorporates, Big Four

Economist / Research AssociateBanks, policy bodies

Fintech Product rolesStart-ups

Higher studiesMBA, CFA, MSc Finance

Universities offering this course

Where you can study it

Ashoka University

ProgrammeB.Sc. (Hons) Economics and Finance (interdisciplinary major)

EntranceAshoka Aptitude Assessment + interview

FLAME University

ProgrammeBBA (Hons) Finance; B.A. (Hons) Economics

EntranceFEAT / SAT / ACT

O.P. Jindal Global University

ProgrammeProgrammes in Banking & Finance, Economics, BBA (Hons)

EntranceJSAT / CUET / SAT

Nayanta University

ProgrammeB.A. (Hons) with Economics major

EntranceNayanta Aptitude Test + interview

UPES Dehradun

ProgrammeBBA, B.Com (Hons) and integrated programmes in finance

EntranceUPESMET-UG

Programme names, eligibility and entrance tests change every admission cycle. Please confirm details on each university's official admissions page before applying.

How PRATHAM helps you prepare

Your route in, planned with PRATHAM

Getting into Economics & Finance starts with the right entrance test. PRATHAM prepares you for every test on this route, with expert faculty, updated study material and full-length mocks.

Entrance tests covered

IPMATNPATSETCUET (BMS/BFIA)Ashoka AAAFEATJSAT

01

Entrance test preparation

Quantitative aptitude: percentages, ratios, profit and loss, data interpretation
Verbal ability and reading comprehension
Business and economy current affairs
Group discussion and interview rounds
Sectional and full mocks for IPMAT, NPAT, SET and CUET
Concept-building classes in quantitative aptitude, critical reasoning, writing and problem-solving
University-specific modules for Ashoka, FLAME and other liberal-arts tests
Mock tests that simulate the real exam, with performance analytics showing strengths and weak areas
Doubt-solving and mentorship in small groups and one-on-one

02

Choosing the right course and college

Psychometric test and report: your aptitude, strengths and personality fit, mapped to courses
Guidance that builds decision-making confidence for students and parents
College shortlisting and application strategy based on your marks, interests, eligibility and career goals

03

Application and interview preparation

Four-session Essay Writing Bootcamp: structuring ideas, grammar, style and timed practice
Past essay topics, a practice library and the SPEEL method (Statement, Point, Example, Explanation, Link), with feedback on mock essays
Statement of Purpose support: brainstorming, mentor-assisted drafting, an SOP bank from past admits, and final proofreading
SOPs tailored to each university, for example academic curiosity for Ashoka and a passion-driven story for FLAME
Letter of recommendation guidance: choosing recommenders, inputs for teachers and a quality checklist
Personal interview training plus three mock interviews (general, SOP-based and university-specific), recorded with feedback

04

Profile building

Profile audit to find gaps
Building achievements in academics, leadership, volunteering, internships and research
Guidance on MUNs, debates, competitions, summer programmes and online certifications
Professional resume and LinkedIn profile, aligned with your SOP and interview

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