Department of Economics

About Us

Alphonsa College, Pala was established in 1964 as Junior College to impart higher education to the young women of the locality, in 1967 a three-year degree course in Economics was started along with degree courses in many other disciplines.In 2020 department was upgraded with a new generation interdisciplinary course MA Econometrics. With the introduction of Four year degree program in 2024, the department currently offers BA Economics (Honours) with specializations in Econometrics And Data Analysis. The Economics Department at Alphonsa College, Pala, stands as a beacon of inspiration and academic excellence, dedicated to fostering a student-centric environment that nurtures the pursuit of dreams and aspirations.

The students are prompted to strive for academic excellence so that in course of time they may take up suitable careers for the betterment of their lives and also for their families and society at large.  The Department Of Economics has the legacy of attaining a consistent high academic record with university ranks and highest number of S and A+ holders  with an exceptional consistent pass rate of over 92% every year.

Vision

Bring up and bring forth students who uphold the values of justice and help them reach their full potential.

Mission
  • To provide meaningful student centered activities that help them build life skills, confidence, and resilience in achieving their potential.
  • To offer courses in economics and econometrics, which will enable the students to have a better understanding of theoretical and practical knowledge of economic matters.
  • To support students to embark them on a journey towards intellectual transformation.

Highlights
  • Consistent high academic record with university ranks
  • New Generation Interdisciplinary course
  • Add on certificate courses 

 

  • MOUs with reputed institutions
  •  Internship programmes
  •  Alumni Lecture series
  •  Field trip-nature camp
  •  National level Intercollegiate Compettions
  • Annual Conduct Of Invited lectures,National Seminars
  •  Participation in intercollegiate programmes
  •  Young Economist-Quiz series
  •  E book release every year by the students