Secondary : Economics (214)

BY
National Institute of Open Schooling via Swayam

Learn about the core concepts of economics and economy through this open online course.

Mode

Online

Duration

24 Weeks

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video Based
number of course credit 10

Course overview

The Secondary: Economics (214) Training Course is a massive open online course that explores the main areas involved in the economy, branches of economics, and detailed aspects of the Indian economy. The course is led by Prof. Dr. Manish Chugh of the National Institute of Open Schooling.

The Secondary: Economics (214) Certification syllabus covers the meaning and types of the economy along with different types of economic activities. The course taught at the secondary level will be delivered through expert video lectures, course readings, and discussion forums on the online interactive platform, Swayam. After successfully completing the course, learners will receive a Secondary: Economics (214) Certification by Swayam.

The highlights

  • Certificate of completion
  • 24 weeks duration
  • 10 credit points
  • Interactive platform
  • Reading materials 
  • Video lectures
  • Peer discussion forums
  • School-level

Program offerings

  • Certificate of completion
  • 24 weeks duration
  • 10 credit points
  • Interactive platform
  • Reading materials
  • Video lectures
  • Assignments
  • Peer discussion forums
  • School level

Course and certificate fees

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

NIOS

Who it is for

  • The course is beneficial for anyone interested in the subject of economics or who wishes to become economists.

What you will learn

Knowledge of economics

After completing the Secondary: Economics (214) Certification Classes, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:

  • Introduction to economics
  • Branches of economics
  • Goods and services
  • Meaning and types of economy
  • Problems of an economy
  • Basic economic activities
  • Types of cost and revenue
  • Demand, supply, and market
  • Savings and insurance
  • Indian economy
  • Sustainable development
  • Consumer awareness

The syllabus

Week 1

  • What is Economics?

Week 2

  • Human Wants

Week 3

  • Goods and Services

Week 4

  • Economy-its Meaning and Types

Week 5

  • Central Problems of an economy

Week 6

  • Basics Economic Activities

Week 7

  • Production

Week 8

  • Cost and Revenue

Week 9

  • Demand

Week 10

  • Supply

Week 11

  • Determination of Price and Quantity

Week 12

  • Market

Week 13

  • Role of Govt. in Determination of Price and Quantity

Week 14

  • Money and its Role

Week 15

  • Banking and Credit

Week 16

  • Saving and Insurance

Week 17

  • Collection and Presentation of Data

Week 18

  • Analysis of Data

Week 19

  • An Overview of Indian Economy

Week 20

  • Sectoral Approach of Indian Economy

Week 21

Challenges of Indian Economy

Week 22

  • Indian Economy of Global Context

Week 23

  • Environment and Sustainable Development

Week 24

  • Consumer Awareness

Week 25

  • Revision

Week 26

  • Revision

Admission details

Follow the steps given below to enroll in the Secondary: Economics (214) Training:

Step 1: Click on the URL given below -

https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/nos21_sc07/preview

Step 2: Click on the “Sign-in" or "Register" option at the right-hand top corner of the page.

Step 3: A new page opens and you can choose to sign in or sign-up with your username and password to proceed.

How it helps

The Secondary: Economics (214) Certification Benefits are listed below:

  • The course will introduce learners to the important economics, its meaning, and types.
  • The course provides a clear overview of the aspects of the Indian economy including its sectoral components and challenges.
  • The course introduces learners to market mechanisms and economy types.

Instructors

Dr Manish Chugh
Assistant Director
NIOS

Other Masters, Ph.D

FAQs

Will the course be offered online?

Yes, the course will be offered in online mode.

What is the proposed duration of the course?

The course has a duration of 24 weeks in total.

Will I get access to career services after course completion?

No, the Secondary: Economics (214) Online Course does not provide career support.

How many credit points will I get from the course?

The Secondary: Economics (214) Certification Course provides 10 credit points.

Who is administering the course?

The Secondary: Economics (214) Course is administered by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).

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