INTERNSHIP

BROCHURE
Department of Economics
Jadavpur University
CONTENTS

From the Vice Chancellor’s Desk / 3

From the Head of the Department’s

Desk / 4

From the Placement Officer’s Desk / 5

Faculty Speak / 6

About Us / 7

Why Us / 8

Faculty / 10

Course Structure/ 11

Application of Econometrics / 12

Notable Events & Achievements / 13

Internship Procedure / 16

Alumni Speak / 17

Contact Us / 18

Previous Recruiters / 19
 FROM THE VICE
CHANCELLOR’S DESK

Dr. Suranjan Das

Dear Recruiter,

It is with great pride and joy that I welcome you to

Jadavpur University. Being one of the premier
universities across the country, we constantly strive
to provide an environment conducive to bringing
out the best in our students, thereby creating
leaders who excel both in their professional as well
as their personal lives. Being blessed with some of
the best minds in their respective disciplines, our
diverse faculty spares no effort in training our
students to be rational, responsible and resourceful
individuals who will prove to be an asset to your
organization and to society.

Our dynamic course-work is intended to strike a

seamless balance, in imparting the skill specific
needs of the industry on one hand, as well as
developing an inquisitive ferment for research, on
the other. Such a curriculum ensures that our
students are equipped to improvise, adapt, and
perform under a range of situations, across diverse
environments. I conclude, by wishing you an
enriching and fruitful experience at our institution.
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 FROM THE HEAD OF THE
DEPARTMENT’S DESK

Dr. Malabika Roy

The department of Economics at Jadavpur

University is one of the best departments in the
country in this discipline, and we spare no effort in
ensuring that it not only maintains its premier status
but also scales new heights.

The course-work promises a holistic approach

towards the discipline of Economics. With the
syllabus revised and new topics being added
frequently at regular intervals, we strive to keep our
students as informed and updated as possible. Our
faculty members consider it necessary to equip the
students with a firm theoretical background, in
addition to exposing them to real life applications.
This has helped our students develop a diverse skill-
set that is sure to add value to any corporate or
research work they are associated with.

Our department has a record of producing fine

economists over the years, and it is my firm belief
that your company too will testify to this fact, by the
end of your recruitment drive.

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 FROM THE PLACEMENT
OFFICER’S DESK

Ms. Samita Bhattacharya

I cordially invite your esteemed company to our

campus placement drive. Jadavpur University has
been a world class university and has acquired this
status through meritorious and innovative students,
dedicated and highly qualified faculty, and through
the invaluable contribution of our vast alumni.
There are a large number of organizations with
whom we enjoy a lasting and fruitful relationship,
for our mission is to make all our recruiters, our
trusting partners. With a wide range of courses
being offered at both undergraduate and
postgraduate levels, the university has a diverse
pool of talent to recruit from.

Over the years, our university has become one of

the most preferred choices for campus recruitment
drives by leading organizations across the world
and over 100 organizations have already
participated in our placement drive last session. I
look forward to receiving your team executives for
recruitment, and I thank you for choosing Jadavpur
University.

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 FACULTY SPEAK

Dr. Tanmoyee
Banerjee
Faculty-in-charge

We have trained our students to be proactive, zealous and

aspiring from their very first day at the University. They have
learned to perform under pressure and for the zenith, whenever
given any challenge. I can with confidence, say that the students
of the Economics Department of Jadavpur University are ready
to embrace the dynamic world of the corporates.

Dr. Swapnendu Banerjee

A very warm welcome to all the companies

approaching the Economics Department of Jadavpur
University! The students of this department have
always kept the university’s name flying high in
whichever organization they have joined. We hope
that this year you take with you some of the brightest
minds in the country to impart your knowledge and
experience to these young, dynamic individuals.

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 ABOUT US

Jadavpur University needs no introduction, not

for its periodic appearance in the media in terms
of being one of the best ranked institutes in the
country or sometimes for being a university with
an opinion, but largely because this university
has hosted some of the most influential minds of
the country and the world, ever since its
inception post-independence. The Department
of Economics, established in the year 1956, is
recognised nationwide for its importance in the
teaching excellence and prospective research
activities. Prof. Amartya Sen, the Welfare
Economist and Nobel Laureate began his career
both as a teacher and a research scholar in the
Department of Economics, Jadavpur University.
The teaching and research activities of the
department in different fields have impressed
the UGC and consequently it has helped the
department to set up a Centre for Regional
Economic Studies under the Special Assistance
Programme in 1987. In 2005 the Department of
Economics became the 4th Centre of Advanced
Studies (CAS) in Economics in India.

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 WHY US?

One of the two universities from Bengal, and five

across the nation to be recommended as the
Universities of Eminence status, sixth among
universities in the National Institutional Ranking
framework, but that is not how we like to describe
Jadavpur University. Jadavpur University is a hub
of new ideas filled with young aspirational minds,
guided by the some of the most dynamic
academic intellectuals and think-tanks of their
respective fields. The Department of Economics
is one such department that was developed as a
brainchild of Professor Amartya Kumar Sen who
was also its first Head, in 1956. With 17 full time
faculty members with the highest qualifications,
the Department of Economics is fortunate to
have some of the best minds and renowned
teachers in the country. Majority of the faculty
members have travelled abroad to participate in
academic discourses. They not only have proved
their abilities by contributing to the subject
through publication in professional journals and
of books, but are also regularly consulted for
their expertise by national as well as state
governments, policy makers, multinational
funding agencies and UN bodies. They also
regularly act as members of Editorial Boards of
national and International Journals.

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The student profile is equally good with the
standard and quality of students being
maintained through rigorous entrance
examinations as well as a very high cut-off
percentage. The department believes in laying a
strong foundation in the undergraduate level
with courses like “Principles of Economics”,
“Mathematical Economics” as well a compulsory
ED course on Mathematics among others. The
foundation is then built upon by venturing into
the advanced territories of Game Theory,
Development Economics and Econometrics in
the PG level. Our course not only believes in
theoretical knowledge but also gives due
importance to application through courses like
Applied Econometrics, where analytics through
the use of the software STATA is taught to our
students.

Being one of the four Centres of Advanced

Studies (CAS) in Economics, across India, we
enjoy the privilege of being witness to periodical
seminars and workshops from renowned
economists all over the world. Therefore if you
want to recruit students who have the backing of
an esteemed institution, armed with the
knowledge of a contemporary course curriculum
and syllabus and ability to improvise in economic
scenarios as a researcher and as an analyst, we
would invite you to come and hire from our
department.

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 OUR FACULTY

Dr. Malabika Roy

Head of the Department
Specialization (Ph.D) in Industrial Organization, Financial
Economics and Issues related to Economic Development

Dr. Ajitava Raychaudhuri Dr. Sushil Kumar Haldar

Ph.D in Development Economics, International Ph.D in Econometrics and Demography
Trade and Public Finance
Dr. Simontini Das
Dr. Ambar Nath Ghosh Ph.D in Intermational Economics
Ph.D in Macroeconomics, Monetary Economics,
Micro-foundation of Macroeconomics Dr. Tanmoyee Banerjee
Ph.D in International Trade, Industrial
Dr. Amit Kundu Organisation, West Bengal Economy
Ph.D in Development Economics, Labour
Economics and Rural Economics Dr. Asim Kumar Karmakar
Ph.D in Indian Economics,
Dr. Arpita Ghose (Dhar) International Trade, Finance.
Ph.D in Econometrics, Macroeconomics,
Trade and development Dr. Saikat Sinha Roy
Ph.D in Applied Trade and Development,
Dr. Rajat Acharyya Open Economy Macroeconomics, Trade
Ph.D in International Economics, Economic Modelling, Applied Economics
Theory, Health Economics.
Dr. Bidisha Chakraborty
Dr. Siddhartha Mitra Ph.D in Growth theory
Ph.D in Development Economics, Agricultural and
Environmental Economics, Peace Economics Dr. Jugaratan Barman
Ph.D in Econometrics & Resource Economics
Dr. Vivekananda Mukherjee
Ph.D in Microeconomics, Public Economics Dr. Poulomi Roy
Ph.D in Public Economics, Development
Dr. Rilina Basu Economics, Gender Studies and
Ph.D in Financial Economics Health Economics

Dr. Sanmitra Ghosh Dr. Soma Mandal

Ph.D in New Political Economy, Ph.D in Econometrics
Applied Econometrics
Dr. Swapnendu Banerjee
Dr. Vikas Dixit Ph.D in Game Theory, Economics of Contracts,
Ph.D in Public Finance Information Economics, Microeconomic Theory

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 COURSE STRUCTURE

Microeconomics I Econometrics I
Semester 1
(Core courses only)
Macroeconomics I Development Economics

General Equilibrium and Welfare Econometrics II

Semester 2
(Core courses only)
Macroeconomics II Indian Economy

(Core Course) Microeconomics II

Optional Courses
Advanced Econometrics I Public Economics I
Semester 3
Advanced Economic Theory I Indian Economy I: Economic History

Financial Economics I Institutional Economics I

Environmental and Resource Economics I Agricultural Economics

International Economics I Experimental Economics

Operations Research

Special Topics I in Behavioral Economics Advanced Econometrics II

Financial Economics
(Financial Institution) Economics of Social Financial Economics II
Sectors (Corporate finance)
Special Topics II in
Financial Economics Special Topics in Indian Economy II:
(International Finance & Econometrics Economic Policies
Semester 4 Risk Management)
(Optional courses Industrial Economics Institutional Economics II
only) Special Topics in India's (Law and Economics)
Economic Policies: State Special Topics II in
Economy International Economics International Economics II
(Uncoordinated and
Special Topics I in Coordinated Trade Public Economics II
International Economics Policies and
(Trade and Development) Regulations) Resource & Environmental
Economics II
Special Topics I in Public Advanced Economic
Economics (Economics of Theory II (Games and Urban Economics
Corruption) Information)

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 APPLICATION OF
ECONOMETRICS

At JU Economics, both our undergraduate and

postgraduate courses have been designed so as to
allow our students to have a firm grasp on both the
theoretical concepts as well as the practical
applications of subjects like Statistics and in
particular, Econometrics.

From understanding the intuitive basics of Ordinary

Least Squares (OLS) method of estimation, to its
underpinnings with Classical Linear Regression
Model (CLRM) assumptions; our students are made
thorough with the rigors of unbiasedness, efficiency
and consistency of estimators resulting from both
Multiple Linear Regression Models (MLRM) as well
as Limited Dependent Variable Models (Logit and
Probit).

We consider cases of Heteroskedasticity,

Autocorrelation, Multicollinearity among other
violations of the CLRM assumptions and see how
these phenomena can lead to inconsistent or
inefficient estimators. We then explore alternative
methods of estimation like Generalized Least
Squares (GLS) method, Indirect Least Squares (ILS)
method, 2/3 Stage Least Squares (2/3 SLS) method
etc.; under a broader class of models like
Simultaneous Equation System (SES) or Seemingly
Unrelated Regression Equation (SURE).

In addition to the conceptual rigors, our students are

also adept in using statistical packages like Stata and
Excel, with ample expertise in applying them in
projects and surveys, both under and beyond the
curriculum.

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 NOTABLE EVENTS & ACHIEVEMENTS

YOUNG ECONOMIST STUDENTS’ MEET (YESM)

The Young Economist Students’ Meet is an initiative pioneered by the students of the
Department of Economics, Jadavpur University. It is where economists of tomorrow meet
today, to debate upon existing ideas, and create new ones. The meet features a number of
exciting competitive events for school and college students to participate in, along with
guest lectures, and a panel discussion by eminent economists and academicians. At YESM,
we aim to discuss economic issues which are pertinent at the moment, to India, and the
world. YESM has seen discussions on topics as diverse and challenging as “Reviewing
India’s Industrialization: Problems and Prospects”, “Economics: A Tool for
Governance or a Political Weapon”, “India as a Globalised Nation: Prospects and
Challenges”, “25 years of Economic Reforms: What has it delivered?” and “Meeting
the Challenge of Dr. Kalam’s VISION: 2020 AND BEYOND”.

Since its inception in 2007, YESM has been graced by the presence of many leading figures
from both academia and industry. Notable among them are:
Dr. Kaushik Basu, Professor of Economics at Cornell University, USA, former- Chief
Economist at the World Bank, former- Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India
Dr. Debraj Ray, Professor of Economics, New York University, Co-Editor, American
Economic Review, former- Professor of Economics at Stanford University, the Indian
Statistical Institute, Harvard University and University of Columbia.
Kirit S. Parikh, Emeritus
Professor and Founder
Director of Indira Gandhi
Institute of Development
Research, Mumbai, India,
Senior Economic Advisor to
United Nations Development
Programme from October
1997 to September 1998

Chandra Sekhar Ghosh,

founder and chairman,
managing director of
Bandhan Bank, the first
micro-finance company to
receive banking license in
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Dr. Jayati Ghosh, Professor of
Economics at the Centre for
Economic Studies and Planning,
School of Social Sciences, at
Jawaharlal Nehru University, in New
Delhi, India, former- Professor at
Tufts University and Cambridge
University.

Dr. Prabhat Patnaik, an Indian

Marxist Economist and a political
commentator. Professor at the
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New
Delhi, former- Professor at the
University of Cambridge, UK.

HULT PRIZE: A PROGRAM FOR SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS

Hult Prize is a platform which turns dream enterprise into reality and gives an individual an
opportunity to take a stance in changing the world as one dreams. It is a partnership
between Hult International Business School and the United Nations Foundation. Bill
Clinton selects the challenge topic and announces the winner each September. The
Jadavpur University Entrepreneurship Cell hosted the annual campus round of the biggest
social entrepreneurship event in the world for the fourth time in a row - Hult Prize 2019.
The 2019 challenge was: "Provide meaningful jobs for 10,000 young people by 2025."
With a topic such as this, a large pool of students from various departments of Arts,
Science and Engineering showed interest to participate in this competition. The set of star
studded judges' panel included eminent personalities like Parthiv Neotia, Director of
Ambuja Neotia group, Vishal Kumar, Founder and CEO of LWT Business Pvt. Ltd., Aloke
Mookherjea, Director of Woodlands Multi-Specialty Hospital Limited, Kolkata, Gaurav
Kapoor, Head, Social Entrepreneurship, IIMCIP, Debashis Sen, IAS-Additional Chief
Secretary (IT), West Bengal Government, Rajarshi Ghosh, Head of Economics Affairs and
Policy, ICC (Kolkata), Partha Ray, Professor (Economics) at IIM Calcutta among others.

TEDx JADAVPUR UNIVERSITY

Jadavpur University has always believed in giving an individual the requisite space and
freedom to pursue his or her own dreams and passions. In keeping with this tradition and
unparalleled legacy, TEDx Jadavpur University brought a day complete with speakers from
all fields and diverse backgrounds on 2nd February, 2018. The speakers encouraged fresh
ideas to inspire and motivate the audience, celebrated the freedom of expression and

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 showcased what it takes to break
barriers. The speakers included
eminent personalities like Chandril
Bhattacharya, satirical columnist
and lyricist of bengali rock band
Chandrabindoo, Joy Bhattacharjya,
Project Director, FIFA U-17 World
Cup 2017 and Team Director, Kolkata
Knight Riders, Joyashree Roy,
Professor, Jadavpur University and
Member of the Nobel Peace Prize
winning committee in 2007, Kieran
Drake, Member and Minister
Counsellor of the British High
Commission, Leena Kejriwal, Founder of the MISSING Campaign which fights against
human trafficking using public art installations, Parambrata Chattopadhyay, Renowned
Bengali and Hindi Cinema Actor and Director, Satyajit Chakroborty, Video game
Developer, Designer and Researcher, Sauvik Banerjjee, Chief Technological Officer,
TATACLiQ and Vice President, Digital Initiatives- Tata Industries, and Usha Uthup,
Eminent Indian, Jazz and Playback singer.

JADAVPUR UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL MODEL UNITED NATIONS

Jadavpur University has continually fostered academic excellence beyond the realm of
prescribed learning, ensuring that an event such as a Model United Nations Conference
would bear fruiton herein. Jadavpur University Model United Nations started its illustrious
journey in 2015. With the following years, it has only grown to be bigger and better. The
three days of committee emphasizing on debate, policy formulations and working papers
was a huge success and established Jadavpur University Model United Nations 2019 as the
best in India's Eastern MUN circuit. Having won the best delegation award at conferences
such as KIITMUN thrice in a
row, alongside the likes of
SRM MUN 2017, BESC AON
2017 and RUMUN 2017, the
Jadavpur University Debating
Society has been dedicated to
curating a world clas s
experience at a conference on
our home ground.

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 INTERNSHIP PROCEDURE

STEP 1: The Placement officer sends out invitations along with the internship brochure
to the respective companies.

STEP 2: After the companies confirm via mail/call, the company is given access to
resumes and relevant information for short listing, in accordance with their respective
policies.

STEP 3: The company may now visit the campus, conduct tests and interview
prospective candidates for final selection. The company may also choose to do the
same by any other means.

STEP 4: The company should then furnish the list of selected candidates (along with
waiting lists, if any) as soon as the entire process is over.

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 ALUMNI SPEAK

“You’d be terribly mistaken if you thought that JU is a place where Economics is taught, just
as a subject. This hallowed institution has been instrumental in shaping my thoughts and
beliefs about how to approach life and take it head on. The Bachelor’s and Master’s
Programme offered by JU allows one to understand the subject in the most innovative of
ways and take control of situations which may seem challenging to others. This place has
not only helped me overcome hurdles but also enabled me to achieve my dreams.”
- Saptarshi Banerjee, CITI GDM, Batch of 2015

“Before the companies ask, “Why hire from JU?” , they should be asking, “What sets apart JU
from the rest?”. What does set us apart from our competition, is not only our
improvisational skills but also our prowess in applying them to a variety of situations.
Therefore, if your company is looking to invest in the future, I can guarantee that this is one
of the best futures you can invest in.”
- Sayantan Baidya, Ipsos, Batch of 2016

“Placement time at JU is always a time laced with jittery anticipation and infectious energy,
interspersed with bursts of ecstasy, relief and celebration. The M.A course is designed in a
manner that makes students capable, not only on the academic front, but also teaches
them to multi-task seamlessly. I strongly believe that recruitment from this department will
be a pleasurable and worthwhile experience, for companies and students alike.”
-Sharoni Goswami, HSBC, Batch of 2017

“The MA Economics course in Jadavpur University is a unique blend of theory and

applications which facilitates the students to not only inculcate the core principles of
economics but also to apply them in real life problem solving. I am confident that the
following batches, endowed with brilliant minds, will carry on this legacy and the
recruitment process will be extremely successful both from perspective of the students and
the recruiters.”
-Sabyasachi Sen, Evalueserve, Batch of 2018

“Placement at the Department of Economics, Jadavpur University is that time of the course
when students are full of energy giving their best in order to showcase their talent. This
institution not only teaches the theoretical aspect of Economics but also helps in
developing an analytical bent of mind and how to take challenges head on. It’s well assured
that the recruitment from this department will be a worthwhile experience for both,
students and companies. I would like to thank the entire placement team and the
departmental fraternity for successful recruitments over the years and for nurturing the
students.”
- Sumana Dey, Affine Analytics, Batch of 2019

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 CONTACT US

E-mail:
[email protected]

Student Placement Coordinators

Aishani Sengupta
+91-9674054461

Kabir Rana
+91-8420148319

Shreya Seal
+91-8777532689

Faculty Placement Head

Tanmoyee Banerjee
[email protected]

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PREVIOUS RECRUITERS