Department of PG Economics

About the Department

The PG department of Economics was established during the academic year 2002-2003. The department has a glorious record of completing two decades. The learned faculty members and their dedicated service have nurtured the department with healthy academic atmosphere and created research bent of mind among staff and students. The department has adequate physical infrastructure with the provision of spacious class rooms, seminar hall, and free access to internet connections. The department maintains computer lab with required software to build econometrics models.

Vision

To be a leading centre for advanced education in Economics and promote quality research in economics, nurturing competent and socially responsible economists.

Mission

To impart quality education, promote research, develop analytical skills, and address real-world economic challenges through academic and community engagement.

Program Offered

PROGRAM OUTCOMES OF M.A ECONOMICS

MA Economics students are postgraduate learners who build advanced knowledge in economic theory, quantitative methods, and policy analysis. They develop critical thinking and research skills to analyze real-world economic issues using data and analytical tools. The program prepares them for careers in academia, policy-making, finance, and research, as well as higher studies.

Program Outcomes (POs) – MA Economics

Develop comprehensive knowledge of microeconomic and macroeconomic theories, econometrics, and applied economics to analyze economic issues.
Apply critical and analytical thinking skills to interpret economic data, models, and policies for informed decision-making.
Design and conduct independent research using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods in economics.
Evaluate and propose solutions to complex economic problems related to development, finance, public policy, and global economics.
Utilize statistical tools, econometric techniques, and software to analyze and interpret economic data effectively.
Assess public policies and their economic implications at national and international levels.
Communicate economic ideas, research findings, and policy analysis clearly through written reports and presentations.
Recognize ethical issues and social responsibilities in economic practices and policy-making.
Recognize ethical issues and social responsibilities in economic practices and policy-making.
Develop professional competencies required for careers in academia, research institutions, government, NGOs, and corporate sectors, while fostering a commitment to lifelong learning, adaptability, and continuous professional development in a dynamic global environment.

PG Economics

List of Placed Students

Sl No	Name	Designation and Organization Details (if working)
1	Priya P S	Research and teaching scholar, ISBR Business School, Electronic City, Bengaluru
2	Ramya S	School Teacher
3	Shiva K S	Cashier, ESAF Small Finance Bank
4	Surabhi P	Techno Task Business Solutions
5	Jasmitha S.B	English Teacher
6	Yogitha M S	Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
7	Puttamma	Asst. Professor, JSS College for Women, Kollegal
8	Anupama AS	Kalyani Motors, Insurance Department
9	Raksha Jain S J	Teacher
10	Shruthi K	Manager at Aastha Properties, Bangalore
11	Arokia Vincy S	Teacher
12	Prabhuswamy NN	NGO
13	Sandhya N	FDA (Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore)
14	Priya P S	Research and teaching scholar, ISBR Business School, Electronic City, Bengaluru

Activity/Event Details

Activities

a) Awareness Programs Organized:

Sl. No.	Topic	Resource Person	No. of Beneficiaries	Date
1	Cyber Ethics & Youth Relationships	Mr. Sunil Kumar D R	92	24-11-2025
2	Crime Prevention	Mr. Sheshadri Assistant Sub-Inspector, Mysuru	88	29-12-2025

b) Workshop Organized by Department:

Sl. No.	Date	Topic	Resource Person
1	26.02.2026	Career Opportunities in Taxation : Filing GST and Income Tax Returns	S. Nagaraj Charted Accountant, Mysuru C.A. Aishwarya Raj Vajra Charted Accountant, Mysuru

c) Industrial Visit:

Sl. No.	Organization Visited	Class	No. of Students	Date
1	Vijayavani Printing Press, Mysuru	M.A	15	17-10-2025

d) Students Participation in Workshop / Seminar / Conference

Participants	No. of Students	Workshop / Seminar / Conference	Organized By	Date
Students of I & II Year MA Economics	18	National Conferences	JSS College for Women, Department of Computer Science, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru	25-10-2025
Students of I & II Year MA Economics	18	National Conferences	Department of Commerce and Management, JSS College for Women, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru	29-10-2025

e) Presentation by Students (2025–26)

Sl. No	Name	Title of the Paper	Seminar / Conference	Organising Institution	Date
1	Hemalatha S	Artificial Intelligence in Banking Transformation: Opportunities & Challenges	National Conference	Department of Commerce and Management, JSS College for Women, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru	29-10-2025
2	Bindhushree G.M	Recent RBI Policies and their Impact on India’s Monetary Stability	National Conference	Department of Commerce and Management, JSS College for Women, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru	29-10-2025

Publication by Students (2025–26)

Sl. No	Name	Title of the Paper	Journal / Conference	Publication Details	Date
1	Hemalatha S	Artificial Intelligence in Banking Transformation: Opportunities & Challenges	National Conference	JSSCWM QUEST, Journal of Science, Humanities, Commerce and Management, ISSN: 2321-0052, Volume 9, Issue 1, March 2026	March 2026

f) Publications by faculty:

Prof. C.K. Renukarya & Prof. K.S.Rajashekara

Published paper title “Nonproduction Function And New Business Environment” in JSSCWM QUEST, Journal of Science, Humanities, Commerce and Management, Volume 8, Issue -2, ISSN: 2321-0052

Dr. Saritha H.D

Published an article “Health Insurance Awareness: A Comparative Study Of Rural And Urban Population” in JSSCWM QUEST, Journal of Science, Humanities, Commerce and Management, ISSN: 2321-0052, Volume 8, Issue 2,
Published paper title “Recent Challenges of Women Empowerment in Rural India”.
Abstract Publication in the book of International Conference. Vidyavardhaka First Grade.
Published paper title “Price Discovery Analysis Between Spot and Futures Prices of Crude Oil On MXC” in International Journal of Research In Finance And Management- ISSN-2617-5754-Impact Factor (RJIF) : 5.32
Published an article “Price discovery and Co-Integration Analysis Between Spot and Futures Prices of refined Soy Oil in NCDEX” in IJIRT Volume 12/ Issue 8 /ISSN:2349-6002
Published paper title “Bridging the Gender Gap: Comparative Analysis of Women‟s Leadership” in Academia and Industry in GSSS Institute of Engineering and Technology for Women Mysuru ISBN:978-81-994274-6-4 Jan 26.
Published paper title “Artificial Intelligence in Banking Transformation: Opportunities Challenge” in JSSCWM QUEST, Journal of Science, Humanities, Commerce and Management, ISSN: 2321-0052, Volume 9, Issue 1, March- 2026.
Published paper title “Artificial Intelligence in Economic Analysis: Techniques, Applications and Challenges” in JSSCWM QUEST, Journal of Science, Humanities, Commerce and Management, ISSN: 2321-0052, Volume 9, Issue 1, March- 2026.

Workshop Organized by Department

Sl. No.	Date	Topic	Resource Person
1	26.02.2026	Career Opportunities in Taxation : Filing GST and Income Tax Returns	S. Nagaraj Chartered Accountant, Mysuru C.A. Aishwarya Raj Vajra Chartered Accountant, Mysuru

Awareness Programs Organized by the Department

Sl. No.	Date	Topic	Resource Person
2	24.11.2025	Cyber Ethics & Youth Relationships	Sri. D R Sunil Kumar Karnataka Team Leader Rescue Charitable Trust, Mysuru

Faculty Achievements

Dr.Manu, HoD & assistant professor

Possessing 19 years of academic experience in teaching and mentoring students in Economics at the postgraduate level.
Served as the principal of degree college providing academic leadership and administrative oversight.
Contributing to curriculum development, academic coordination, and departmental activities as Head/Faculty in the Department of Economics.
Actively involved in organizing seminars, workshops, and academic events for student development.
Published research articles in reputed CARE-listed and Scopus-indexed journals.
Authored few books in the field of Economics and Management.
Invited as a Resource Person for various institutions, delivering lectures, workshops, and academic sessions.
Served as the IQAC coordinator at the postgraduate campus contributing to quality assurance and academic development.
Recognized as an International Yoga Trainer, promoting wellness and holistic development.
Certified International Meditation Preceptor, guiding individuals in mindfulness and mental well-being practices.
Served as Vice President at MNC Proficient Immigration Services, contributing to organizational leadership and strategic development.

Paper Presentation

Presented a paper in international conference ‘Edu Vision 2035’ “Inclusive Education Through Reflective Teaching Practices” held on 23rd October 2025 organized by Mandya University, Mandya.
Presented a paper “Artificial intelligence in economic analysis techniques, applications and challenges”, held on 25th October 2025 at one day National Conference organized by JSS college for Women, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru.
Presented a paper “Artificial Intelligence in Banking Transformation: Opportunities, Challenges” at one day National Conference held 29th October 2025 JSS college for Women, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru.
Presented a paper “ Recent RBI Policies and their Impact On India’s Monetary Stability” at one day National Conference held on 29th October 2025 JSS college for Women, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru.
Presented a paper “ Impact of Artificial Intelligence in The Banking Sector With Reference to Rural Areas” at one day National Conference held on 29th October 2025 In India JSS college for Women, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru.
Presented a paper “Bridging The Gender Gap: Comparative Analysis of Women’s Leadership In Academia And Industry” at one day National Conference held on10th January 2026, organized by Department of MBA, GSSSIETW, Mysuru.

Participation in Workshop/Seminar/Conference/FDP

Participated in one day Workshop on Capacity building for Teachers organized by JSS College for Women (Autonomous), Saraswathipuram, Mysuru-09 on 19th July 2025.
Participated in Faculty development program on Intellectual Property Rights organized by Government First Grade College, Domlur, Shanithi Nagara, Bengaluru on 13th August 2025.
Participated in National Faculty Development Program On Capacity Building Through Orientation And Sensitization On NEP 2020 for Academic and Administrative Stakeholders Gokul Globel University, Sidhpur, Gujarat from 21st to 29th July 2025.

Name	Current Position	Year
Priya P S	Research and Teaching Scholar, ISBR Business School, Electronic City, Bengaluru	2020-22
Shiva K S	Cashier, ESAF Small Finance Bank	2018-19
Nanjundaswamy P	Lecturer, Department of Economics, Chamarajanagara University, Chamarajanagara	2013-14
Surabhi P	Techno Task Business Solutions	2019-2021
Yogitha M S	Ujjivan Small Finances Bank	2014-2015
Puttamma	Asst Professor, JSS College for Women, Kollegal	2006-07
Dr. Keshavamurthy	Head, Department of Economics, St. Joseph's University, Bengaluru	2005-06
Anupama AS	Kalyani Motors, Insurance Department	2022-23
Shruthi K	Manager at Aastha Properties, Bangalore	2014-15
Umesha H S	AGM & CAGL	2005-06
Sandhya N	FDA (Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore)	------

Visiting Banks, Financial Institutions and Small Scale industries.
Maintenance of results 100%
Organization of special lectures.
Annual Budget Analysis.
Conducting remedial classes.
To guide the aspirants for civil service examination, NET & KSET.