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The Department of Economics, a pioneering institute Department of Economics of Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, was established in 1989 with a key focus on capacity building. The Department has a long tradition of imparting quality education and conducting in-depth research with special focus on economic issues and planning. The department has envisioned to produce the best economist through exploring the economic study & analysis for policy framing and implementation challenges faced by the Indian and global economy to make a better society and a better world. We have dedicated faculty members who are highly efficient and specialized in research, academics and administrative work. The world economy is facing a relentless crisis in the recent past; the subprime crisis of 2008, the Euro crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic have deepened unemployment and poverty severely. If not addressed properly, this may increase existing inequalities, and that way break social harmony and increase tension and turbulence. This makes economics crucial and the most important discipline. Career opportunities for the students who have specialisation in economics are: Indian Economic Services, various State and National level Planning Commission, Banking sector, Academics, PSUs, and Research, etc. It also encourages students to hold opportunities in various other disciplines. The department conducts seminars, webinars, conferences, and workshops, apart from this, the students also do internships. Every year, Students qualify the UGC-NET and JRF and obtain different Fellowships. Many of our alumni hold prominent positions in academics, research and administrative spheres across the country. The department is continuously achieving new heights; students and alumni are touching the sky of great success. A degree in Economics opens up vast career opportunities in various sectors in India. Undergraduate (UG) students can explore careers in banking, financial services, stock markets, consulting, and data analytics. Post Graduate (PG) students have wide scope in research, policy making, international business and financial analysis. They may work with institutions like Reserve Bank of India (RBI), NITI Aayog, World Bank and private firms in investment banking, risk management and economic consultancy. PhD holders can enter academia, high-level policy research, and international organizations.