BA (Hon’s) in Economics

About

A Bachelor of Arts (BA) Hon’s in Economics is an undergraduate degree program focused on the study of economics, including both macroeconomics (the study of economies as a whole) and microeconomics (the study of individual and business decision-making).The BA (Honors) in Economics program spans over four academic years and has 08 semesters with a total of 123 credits. Each year has 2 semesters, which are Summer (July to December), Spring (January to June). The program is intended to equip the students with theoretical and empirical knowledge of Economics. There are several courses on Bangladesh economy, which will enable the students to grasp the progress of the economy of Bangladesh.
There are also courses in basic computing with application of specialized software to Economics and a course on computer literacy. These courses include rapid typing, word processing, spreadsheet analysis, power point presentation, and basic web designing. A final examination will be held at the end of every semester for each course. There will be mid -term examinations an oral examination in every semester. The department of economics belongs to the Faculty of Arts and Social Science of this university.

 

Program NameCreditSemesterDuration
BA (Hon’s) in Economics12308 Semesters04 Years

Mission

To provide quality university education and training and to embody the aspiration of Bangladeshi people and the global community through creation, preservation.

Vision

To provide quality university education and training and to embody the aspiration of Bangladeshi people and the global community through creation, preservation, integration, transmission and utilization of knowledge in Economics.

Specific Objectives

Requirements for Admission to BA Hon’s in Economics

Admission Procedures of BA Hon’s in Economics

Evaluation of Students’ Performance

Of the total credits allowed for the courses, the performance of each course will be evaluated as follows.

Evaluation CriteriaMarks
Assignment/Presentation/Lab10
Class attendance10
4 Quizzes10
Mid-term Test30
Semester Final Examination40
Total100

Grading System

TUB follows the following Letter Grade and Grade Point system introduced by the UGC as a uniform grading system for all public and private universities:

Obtained MarksLetter GradeGrade PointInterpretation
80% and aboveA + (A plus)4Outstanding
75% to less than 80%A (A regular)3.75Excellent
70% to less than 75%A – (A minus)3.5Very Good
65% to less than 70%B + (B plus)3.25Good
60% to less than 65%B (B regular)3Satisfactory
55% to less than 60%B – (B minus)2.75Above Average
50% to less than 55%C + (C plus)2.5Average
45% to less than 50%(C regular)2.25Below Average
40% to less than 45%D2Pass
Less than 40%F0Fail