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Bachelor of Arts

Introduction

The department started in the year 1963 July 23rd with the inception of the college. Dr.B.G Radhakrishnan and Sr. Esther Theresa led the department to success till their superannuation. Since economics is a subject of core significance, the department is trying its maximum to make the students aware of all national and international issues. Prof. Philomena Thomas joined the department in 1984 and completed her service of 32 years as a HOD of the department and retired on July 2014. Prof.Prabhakumari joined the department in 1986 and is continuing her service. Shruthi G, the Alumnae of the college joined the department in 2014.

Core Features

Remedial coaching for Kannada medium, sports and even foreign students on Saturdays and enable them to pass with distinction.
Slow learners admitted with very low marks leave the college with high first class and distinction.
The department has taken initiative to help a visually challenged student (Pallavi. M, I BA ,HEP) to learn diagrammatic economics.

Programme Outcome

Developing research knowledge in economics.
Developing knowledge about theories of economic growth and development and issues of economic planning.
Developing the skill of data collection and use of sampling techniques in research.
Creating awareness about changing scenario of macroeconomic policies and theories.
Apply economic theory to issue in fields of economics.
Explain basic estimators and their properties, estimate economic models using data, test hypotheses, forecast and interpret estimates.
Present economic theory and applications in written and oral form.

Course Outcome :

Indian Economy

Understanding characteristics, features, structural changes in Indian Economy.
Comprehension of the nature and impact of New Economic Reforms on the Indian Economy.
Knowing the problems of unemployment, poverty, rising economic and social inequality and problem of regional imbalances in India.
Evaluating changing role of agriculture, industrial and service sector and foreign sector in Indian Economy.
Measuring the problems and prospects of cottage and small scale industries and industrial sicknesses.
Measuring the growth, volume, composition and direction of India’s foreign trade and capital inflow since 1991.

Micro Economics

Knowing the decision making of consumer and identifying the nature of revenue and cost or production.
Comprehending the demand function and production function and realizing various production theories.
Clarifying the meaning of marginal, average, total revenue and marginal average and total cost and its implication.
Awareness of different market structures and understanding pricing in different markets, judging the factor pricing.

Macro Economics

Identifying the basic concepts and theories of Macro Economics.
Awareness about changing macro economics policies and theories and understanding various concepts such as: GDP, GNP,NNP, Personal Income, Disposable Income, Per Capita Income and National Income.
Identifying the factors determining gross domestic product, employment, the general level of prices, and interest rates.
Realizing the law of markets, consumption function and investment function.
Judging the role of fiscal policy and monetary policy in a developing economy.
Knowing features, phases and theories of trade cycles, evaluating types, merits and demerits of taxes.
Comprehending the role of public finance in developing economy.

Mathematics and Statistics for Economics

To understand Nature and Scope of Mathematical Economics – Importance and Limitations of Mathematics in Economic Theory.
To apply the mathematical techniques in economics theory.
To know about importance of statistical tools in economics theory.

Managerial Economics

To understand the Nature, Scope and Importance of the Study of Managerial Economics.
To study about meaning, objective and determinants of Demand Forecasting Methods.
To apply Linear Programming function in economic theories.
To understand the meaning, objectives and methods of pricing policy.
To know about profit management.

Economics of Development

Understanding the concepts and aspects of economic development.
Knowing the theories of economic growth and development.
Measuring the concepts and issues of economic planning.
Discussing the need, types and necessary conditions of economic planning.

Money, Banking and Public Finance

To understand the meaning and definitions, functions & role of Money in Modern Economic System.
Knowing about types and functions of commercial banks and NBFIs.
Clarifying the functions of central banks.
To understand the concepts and public revenue, Public Expenditure and Public Debt.

International Economics

Elaborating the importance of the study of International Economics.
Finding similarities and dissimilarities in inter-regional and international trade.
Evaluating various types of exchange rates and its merits and demerits.
Discussing the types and effects of tariffs and quotas.
Judging the function, merits and demerits of Foreign CapitaLand International institutions (IMF, IBRD, WTO and SAARC).

HOD'S Message

At present, Indian economy is at a unique position in globally interconnected world. As our economy is evolving, new issues and problems are also emerging. For a vibrant and growing economy, it is essential to develop capabilities of students to solve these economic problems. It is the collective responsibility of the university, the college and the faculty members of the department to acquire and strengthen the decision-making capabilities of the students

The Department of Economics at Teresian College, affiliated to the University of Mysore has also taken up the challenge to prepare future leaders who can take up the challenges of not only the Indian Economy but also the world economy. During these three years of their graduation, students in Economics are exposed to the challenges faced in the national and international economic issues. They are able to acquire strong analytical skills – both Quantitative and Qualitative – which equip them to overcome the challenges and offer solutions in their respective area of operations. They are learning the modern analytical tools to get insight to come up with solution to the society and the economy.

I am looking ahead for an exciting future for the students of Economics and the Department as a whole in India and the world.

Vision and Mission

Vision

“Student Transformation Approach”

We aim at the overall development of every student in the department. It is not only teaching economics but we try to bring behavioral changes and impart human values. This is Student Transformation Approach.

Mission

Department aims at giving our students the ability to become independent learners and critical thinkers.
To encourage them to be economically independent in future.
The department is trying its maximum to make the students aware of all national and international economic issues.

Achievements

Prominent Alumni of the Department

Our Alumni in other nearby colleges as Professor in Economics

Dr.Rathna N, Maharani’s college. P.G Department

Porf.Sujatha Devi, St.Philomena’s College.

Prof.NavithaThimmaiah, DoS in Economics & Cooperation, ManasaGangothri, University of Mysore.Ø Surekha, Genius College.

Sanjana Darla, our 2016 batch student secured first rank in economics at PG centre, Manasagangothri and recevied10 gold medals and 5 cash prizes during 2019 convocation. We are proud that she is preparing to join the London School Economics at UK Shortly.

Nethravathi P.

Our 2017 batch student secured gold medal in Econometrics paper at PG centre Maharani’s. She will be receiving her gold medal during 2020 convocation. We are proud that at present she is a faculty at the PG centre, Manasagangothri.

Faculty

Shruthi G., Securing 87.7% (877) in the university BA Economics examinations and becoming the First rank holder of 2011-12 batch and also received gold medal and cash prize in the 93rd convocation of the Mysore University.
Gold Medal and cash prize received in the 93rd convocation of University of Mysore:

Sumithra Chishti memorial gold medal.
Sarada M Lakshmikanthatharaj Urs Maharaja’s College centenary prize.
Karnataka Economics Association second Annual Conference Committee endowment cash prize.
Securing 83.55% (8.355 credits) in MA Economics and becoming Second rank holder of 2013-14 batch

Faculty Profile

Introduction

The Department of Sociology had its beginning in 1967. It was established by Mr.Venkataram and was headed by many stalwarts such as Ms.Lilian Joseph and Sr.Agnistia and Sr.Regina and Dr.Premula Raman. After her retirement it was headed by Dr.Deepika M.P and now it is headed by Dr.Sr.Prafula along with her Ms.Sheeba Rani also works in the department.

The department has grown through the years giving priority to teaching several current specializations within sociology. It has also given priority to field work, internship, certificate courses along with the regular teaching. The students of the department had been working with government children’s home in Siddarthanagar.

The department exposes the student to the realities of society not only through class room interactions but also through field visits, social surveys and participation in extension activities.

STRENGTHS:

Heterogeneous student population.
Participation of student in seminars And conferences in college and other institutions.
Involvement of students In current social issues, candlelLight vigil at Gandhi Square In Mysore, During The Nerabhaya Case.
Students Worked In an Anganwadi with an NGO. Pratham in helping child literacy.
Participated In a survey on Intimate Partner Violence in collaboration with Florida International University Miami And Indian Institute Of Public Health, New Delhi.
Experience of Data Collection and Field Study through a survey of a typical South Indian village.

OPPORTUNITIES:

Good Job opportunities for students specializing in Sociology.
Taking up Civil Service examinations.

CHALLENGES:

To see students take up Civil Service examinations
To generate interest in research.

Courses offered – BA :

HEngS (History, Opt.Eng. Sociology)
PEngS (Psychology, Optional English, Sociology)

Certificate Courses

Certificate course on Basic Tailoring
Certificate course on Teresian Outreach Programme
Certificate course on Women’s Rights

HOD'S Message

Welcome to the department of sociology -A peep into the life of sociology at Teresian College, Mysuru the city of palace. Sociology is a study of science of society. Sociologists study society in a systematic manner and we are able to understand the society in a deeper level. We explore and investigate the how people net work, social interaction, co-operation, collaboration and competitive that is part and parcel of our study. The students who take up sociology become social scientists, social workers, social healers who are able to diagnose the problems and find solution through suggestions and helping in policy making.

We have energetic faculty and ever smiling, enthusiastic students who are involve in field trips, surveys and actively involved in research. We train them to fight against violence against women and empower them to be social catalyst. Department is journeying through its excellence in academic and it exhibit cultural diversity and uniformity. Department has started credit course to enhance self employability and is looking forward for new ventures. Sociology provide a strong foundation for careers in both government and private and NGOs. I invite students to pursue sociology and explore avenues for new growth.

Vision and Mission

VISION OF THE DEPARTMENT:

To enable the students to be socially responsible citizens and be aware of social realities
To develop a full-fledged postgraduate department in Sociology
To work for the empowerment of women
To build up a just society with values like justice, equality and liberty
To motivate students to contribute their bit to social causes
To develop in them a love for rural India

MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT:

The department aims at inculcating the spirit of scientific enquiry In the study of Social Phenomena, by involving the students In field work and data collection.
To work for academic excellence
To maintain excellent results in the department
To generate awareness on women status and the rights of women in India
To bring awareness about the pluralistic society of India
To instill in the students a will to fight against dowry , female infanticide and patriarchy.

Achievements

Prominent Alumni

Dr. R. Indira

Formerly Chair Dept of Sociology, University of Mysore

Formerly President, Indian Sociological Society

Mrs. Radha

Mahajans College

Mysuru

Dr.Sowmya. P

Assistant Professor & HOD of Sociology

St. Philomena’s college, Mysuru

BA- 1999 –Teresian College

MA-2001

PhD: 2017 Socio-Economic and livelihood options among people with HIV/AIDS- A Sociological study in Mysore District

Dr. Asha Sougaijam

Assistant Professor

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University

Regional Cammpus , Manipur

Faculty Profile

Introduction

The Department of History was established in the year 22/07/1963 as an optional subject for B.A Degree. Sr. Cabrini was the lecturer in History and also the principal from 1967-70. In the year 1966 Sr. Annette joined the department as a lecturer who became the principal of the college for a long period from 1977 to 1993. The other faculty members of the department were Ms. Janaki 1967-77, Ms. Margaret Jacob 1968-69, Mrs. Jennifer A Pariat 1977-78, Sr. Carona 1979, Ms Mangalakumari 1979-80, Ms. R. Prabhamani joined the department as a part time lecturer in 1979-80. In 1981 she worked as a full time lecturer and from 09/07/1982 onwards started working as a permanent faculty of the department. Sr.Joyce joined the department of History as a lecturer from 1982 and served as the principal from 1997 to 2010. Sr. Ann Mary joined the department as a part time lecturer in 1992. She became the PU Principal from 2002-2008. From 2009 she joined the degree college and later 2009 to 2011 she did her Ph.D work. In 2011 she joined the department and in 2013 she was deployed to Maharani’s college, Mysore. Again she came back and joined the department as a full time lecturer. In the year 2015 Ms. Sonia M.V joined the department as a part time lecturer.

Core Features

The department conducts various activities under ‘Heritage Club’ every year to bring out the hidden talents of the students.

Course Offered : BA (Combinations)

His. Eco. Pol.Sc.
His. Opt.Eng. Soc.
His. Opt.Eng. Psy.

Diploma courses / Certificate Courses : Archaeo-Chemistry

Programme Outcome

Students will be able to acquire Knowledge of Historical Events, Societies, Cultures, Economic Conditions and Geography of different countries and of different periods. Students will be able to acquire basic research skills like Data collection, Analysing and Writing. They develop ability to think critically and historically.

Course Outcome

I SEM
HISTORY OF INDIA UPTO 1206 A.D.
This paper is designed to help the student to understand
• Political history of Ancient India
• Cultural development of Ancient period
• To analyse the administration of great rulers

II SEM
HISTORY OF INDIA (1206 TO 1761 A.D)
This paper is designed to help the student
• To understand the political history of Medieval India
• To analyse the administrative pattern of the Medieval rulers
• To compare the society and economy of Medieval period with present day

III SEM
HISTORY OF MODERN INDIA (1757 TO 1857 A.D)
This paper is designed to help the student to understand
• The political changes of the period and expansion of British Empire in India
• Structure of the colonial government, economic policies and its impact, administrative changes
• Social reforms and rebellion

IV SEM
INDIAN NATIONAL MOVEMENT ( 1885 – 1947 A.D)
This paper is designed to help the student to understand
• Rise and growth of national consciousness
• The contributions of freedom fighters and their techniques
• Achievement of freedom, growth of communalism and partition of country

V SEM (Paper – 5)
PRINCIPLES OF TOURISM
This paper is designed to help the student to understand

• The role of Domestic and International tourism
• Medieval Period Grand Tour
• Types of Tourism
• Planning and Development of Tourism

V SEM (Paper – 6)
STATE AND SOCIETY IN SOUTH INDIA (1336 – 1800 A.D)
This paper is designed to help the student to understand
• Role of sources for understanding state and society of south India
• Significant contributions of rulers of Vijayanagara and Bahamani Dynasties
• Nature of society, state, administration and economy
• Religious and Cultural developments.

V SEM (Paper – 7)
COLONIALISM AND NATIONALISM IN ASIA
This paper is designed to help the student to understand
• Developments that took place in China
• Rise of Modern Japan and Japan between two world wars
• Developments in Turkey and Iran
• The nature of Arab nationalism and creation of Israel

VI SEM (Paper – 8)
TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AND ORGANIZATIONS
This paper is designed to help the student to understand
• Planning and Development of Tourism
• Indian Tourism
• Karnataka Tourism
• Heritage Sites

VI SEM (Paper – 9)
HISTORY OF MODERN EUROPE (1789 – 1945 A.D)
This paper is designed to help the student to understand
• Nature, Scope, course and results of French revolution and Post revolution developments.
• Nationalism and Socialism in Europe
• Unification movements in Italy and Germany and role of Bismarck
• Causes and effects of World Wars, Russian Revolutions and Functions of UNO

VI SEM (Paper – 10)
INDIA AND CONTEMPORARY WORLD (1950 – 1995 A.D)
This paper is designed to help the student to understand
• Establishment of Indian republic, problems and developments of free India
• Cold War and Israel wars
• India’s relation with International organizations and contemporary world
• Modern developments in Asia and struggle against apartheid and Nationalist struggle in Africa and Cuba

HOD'S Message

We, the Department of History seek to provide an academically conducive environment that can expose students to quality education. The department inspires the students to develop a sense of admiration towards Art, Culture & Heritage of many countries. Apart from imparting syllabus based learning, the department also focuses on Architecture, Numismatics, Epigraphy, Edicts, Wars and Folklore. We also nurture our students to stand affirm with their intellect and develop curiosity for learning. We encourage active students’ participation in all the activities of the department and the college for a better tomorrow.

Vision and Mission

Vision :

The Department of History intends to nurture the students’ pragmatic skills, functional and cognitive curiosity, along with raising public awareness about the past and its legacies, through teaching, research and service activities conducted globally.

Mission :

To foster students with integrity.
To promote holistic development of the students.
To motivate the students to launch into wider horizons.
To instil competency in the students to face the competitive world.
To infuse a sense of value among the students.

Achievements

Dr. Sr. Ann Mary

Sr. Ann Mary has been appointed as BOS member in Christianity by the University of Mysore, for the academic year 2019-2020.
Sr. Ann Mary has received ‘Indian Independence Award – 2019’ for Best Researcher in Social Science on 18/08/2019.
Dr. Sr. Ann Mary was the Organising Secretary of Two – day National, Multi – Disciplinary Conference held on 23^rd & 24^th January, 2020.

Students :

Madiha Khan of II B.A won 3rd Prize in Selfie with a Monument competition, organized by the Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, Mysuru, on 05/10/2019.
7 Student of II B. A. won 1^st Prize in Tug of war competition, organized by the Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, Mysuru, on 03/10/2019.
Sr. Neelamma & Meera Bai presented a paper in Two-day National Conference conducted by the Department of History on 23^rd – 24^th Jan 2020.

Faculty Profile

Introduction

The department of political science was established in the year 1966. Mrs. K.K. Devamma and Mrs. K.C. Savithri were the first teachers appointed to this department. The Department has 54 years of History.
Today the department is headed by Dr. Sathish Kumar A.V.
The discipline of Political Science has extended its scope by making the paper ‘Indian Constitution’ compulsory for Arts, Science, Commerce and Business management streams, at the under graduate level.
The department has History, Economics and Political Science combination.

Core features:

ICT Classes.
Seminars
Debates
Group Discussions.

Courses Offered:

BA – History, Economics, Political Science

HOD'S Message

The Department of political science was established in the year 1966. Many teachers have contributed to the growth of the department. Few of our department students have also become ministers. The Department has qualified teaching faculty. By studying political science in undergraduate level, students will be able to understand local and regional governments, national and international politics, public administration, Human Rights, political sociology and constitutions. There is a great opportunity to the political science students to pursue Master Degree and B.Ed. Political science students can also become professional Teachers, Lecturers, Administrators and civil servants. Studying political science at the undergraduate level enables students to take competitive exams and civil service exams.

The discipline of Political Science has extended its scope by making the Indian Constitution paper compulsory for Arts, Science, Commerce and Business management streams at the under graduate level.

To explore the talent of the students, the department encourages them to participate in debates, group discussions and also to take part in various academic activities.

Vision and Mission

Vision

To inculcate the basic understanding of the rights and duties among students and to make them to act as responsible citizens

Mission

Building overall consciousness regarding national political history, international relations, and contemporary socio-economic and political issues.

Achievements

Mrs. Tippavva Sannakki – student of political science secured government job in Indian Railway.
Ms.Shaha Zahani – a student of political science secured a government job in Life Insurance Corporation (LIC).
Ms. Uma P.S – student of political science has secured a government job in the Forest Department.
Our former student Mrs. Prema Kariappa was a Member of the Parliament.
Our former student Mrs. Tara Devi was a Minister of State in the Union Government.
Bhavanya S –Secured 1^st place in District Level Essay Writing Competition on Voters Awareness
Soundarya S –Secured 1 Cash Prize in Political Science at University Degree Exam

Bachelor of Arts

Introduction

Core Features

Programme Outcome

Course Outcome :

Indian Economy

Micro Economics

Macro Economics

Mathematics and Statistics for Economics

Managerial Economics

Economics of Development

Money, Banking and Public Finance

International Economics

HOD'S Message

Vision and Mission

Mission

Achievements

Prominent Alumni of the Department

Faculty Profile

Prof. Prabhakumari I.M.

Dr. Shruthi G.

Introduction

HOD'S Message

Vision and Mission

Achievements

Faculty Profile

Dr. Deepika M. P.

Introduction

HOD'S Message

Vision and Mission

Achievements

Faculty Profile

Ms.Sonia M V

Introduction

HOD'S Message

Vision and Mission

Achievements

Faculty Profile

Dr. Sathish Kumar A.V.

Location

Our Campus

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