UG Certificate Programme Internship Overview
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What is the total credit for the course?

  • 2 credits
  • 3 credits (correct)
  • 1 credit
  • 4 credits

Which of the following is a primary learning objective of the course?

  • To be introduced to data collection and analysis techniques (correct)
  • To learn about the historical context of data analysis
  • To understand international trade policies
  • To master economic theories

What type of software will learners be trained to use in this course?

  • Word processing software
  • Statistical software (correct)
  • Web development software
  • Graphic design software

How many internal assessment marks are allocated for this course?

<p>20 marks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the expected outcomes for learners by the end of the course?

<p>To analyze data using Excel and statistical software (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept that describes the relationship between input and outputs in production?

<p>Production Isoquants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In perfect competition, what characterizes the long-run equilibrium?

<p>Firms earn normal profits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of price discrimination involves charging different prices based on consumer group identity?

<p>Third-degree price discrimination (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model of duopoly focuses on firms choosing quantities simultaneously?

<p>Cournot Model (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept is used to describe the phenomenon when a firm has excess capacity in a monopolistically competitive market?

<p>Excess capacity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of economics as a discipline?

<p>It studies the allocation of scarce resources. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the law of diminishing marginal utility imply?

<p>Marginal utility decreases as consumption increases. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a production possibility curve (PPC)?

<p>It shows the maximum possible output combinations of two goods. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The concept of equi-marginal utility helps explain which aspect of consumer behavior?

<p>Consumers will allocate their income to equalize the marginal utility per dollar spent. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which market structure is characterized by a single seller and high entry barriers?

<p>Monopoly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between average revenue (AR) and marginal revenue (MR) in a perfectly competitive market?

<p>AR equals MR. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT considered an economic problem of a developing country?

<p>High savings rate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the marginal rate of substitution (MRS) in consumer theory?

<p>It measures how much of one good a consumer is willing to give up for another. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one primary focus of the course ECO-001-MC-2110: Money and Banking?

<p>It imparts knowledge regarding concepts of Money and Banking. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which course outcome includes understanding commercial and central banks?

<p>CO3 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What marks are allocated for internal assessment in the course?

<p>20 marks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many total credits is the course ECO-001-MC-2110 worth?

<p>4 credits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major topic covered in the course related to money?

<p>Functions of money (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does CO2 of the course outcome focus on?

<p>The demand and supply of money. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the course description, what is meant by 'Minimum Contact Hours'?

<p>Mandatory hours for attending classes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of economics is specifically mentioned in the course outcomes?

<p>Different aspects of inflation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the summer internship required for students in the UG Certificate programme?

<p>8 weeks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the abbreviation 'MDC' stand for in the context of courses?

<p>Multi-Disciplinary Course (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the course code 'ABC-DDD-CT-YSPR', what does 'DDD' represent?

<p>Unique Programme Number (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the first semester in the course structure?

<p>Mathematical Economics-I (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the credit value for the course 'Introduction to Data Analysis' in the second semester?

<p>3 credits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which course is associated with code 'ECO-001-CC-2230'?

<p>Growth and Development Economics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many total credits does the course 'Money and Banking' in the fourth semester have?

<p>4 credits (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which semester is the 'Internship' course offered?

<p>Fifth Semester (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the course type designation for 'Macroeconomics-I'?

<p>Core Course (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which course focuses on empirical techniques in economics?

<p>Econometrics-I (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the internal mark allocation for most courses as specified?

<p>20 marks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following courses is categorized as an Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course (AECC)?

<p>AEC-1 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the course structure, what does the letter 'P' represent in the credits section?

<p>Practical hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Summer Internship Requirements

  • Duration: 8 weeks for UG Certificate programme students.
  • Key abbreviations: VAC (Value Added Course), MDC (Multi-Disciplinary Course), AECC (Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course), SEC (Skill Enhancement Course), MOOC (Massive Open Online Courses).

Programme Code Structure

  • Code format: ABC-DDD-CT-YSPR
    • ABC: Discipline Code (e.g., CSE for Computer Science and Engineering, SOW for Social Work).
    • DDD: Unique number for each programme (e.g., B.A. = 001, B.Sc. = 002).
    • CT: Course Type (e.g., CC for Core Course, DE for Department Elective).
    • YSPR: Year-Semester-Paper Serial (currently zero).

First Semester Courses

  • Microeconomics-I (ECO-001-CC-1110):
    • Credits: 4, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • AEC-1 (XXX-001-AE-XXXX):
    • Credits: 4, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • Entrepreneurship Development (ECO-001-SE-0010):
    • Credits: 3, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • Minor-1 (XXX-001-MC-1110):
    • Credits: 4, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • VAC-1 (XXX-001-VA-0010):
    • Credits: 2, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • MDC-1 (XXX-001-MD-1110):
    • Credits: 3, Maximum Marks: 100.

Second Semester Courses

  • Macroeconomics-1 (ECO-001-CC-1210):
    • Credits: 4, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • AEC-2 (XXX-001-AE-XXXX):
    • Credits: 4, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • Introduction to Data Analysis (ECO-001-SE-0020):
    • Credits: 3, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • Minor-2 (XXX-001-MC-1210):
    • Credits: 4, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • VAC-2 (XXX-001-VA-0020):
    • Credits: 2, Maximum Marks: 100.
  • MDC-2 (XXX-001-MD-1210):
    • Credits: 3, Maximum Marks: 100.

Course Details for Subsequent Semesters

  • Third Semester:
    • Courses include Microeconomics-II, Mathematical Economics-I, Tourism Economics.
  • Fourth Semester:
    • Courses include Money and Banking, International Economics-I, Statistical Method-I.
  • Fifth Semester:
    • Courses include Mathematical Economics-II, Public Economics-I, Introduction to Environmental Economics.
  • Sixth Semester:
    • Courses include International Trade-II, Development Economics, Environmental Economics, Indian Economy.
  • Seventh Semester:
    • Focus on advanced economics topics including Microeconomics-III, Macroeconomics-II, Public Economics-II.
  • Eighth Semester:
    • Core elective: Econometric-I focusing on advanced economic data analysis.

Course Modules Overview

  • Module Content: Emphasis on fundamental economic concepts, consumer behavior, production cost analysis, and market structures.
  • Learning Objectives:
    • Data analysis techniques, sampling design, software application for data analytics.
    • Understanding producer behavior, market classifications (perfect competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition).

Money and Banking (ECO-001-MC-2110)

  • Total Credit: 4 (4L), Minimum Contact Hours: 60.
  • Key topics: Definition and functions of money, demand and supply concepts, role of commercial and central banks, inflation aspects.
  • Learning Outcomes: Knowledge of money types, banking operations, and inflation impact.

Key Assessment Structure

  • Internal Assessment: Typically 20 marks.
  • End Semester Examination: 80 marks.
  • Full Marks for courses: 100.

Skills Development

  • Internships, practical analysis through software, and insights into modern economic theories are crucial for student competency in economics.
  • This includes authors like Mishra & Puri for International Economics and foundational economic theories, which are essential references for coursework.

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This quiz focuses on the 8-week summer internship requirement for students enrolled in the Undergraduate Certificate programme. It covers essential abbreviations like VAC, MDC, AECC, SEC, and MOOCs, providing a clear understanding of the programme structure and expectations.

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