Sr.Secondary : Economics (318)

BY
National Institute of Open Schooling via Swayam

Learn about the important theories and concepts of economics 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 and Text Based
number of course credit 10

Course overview

The Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Training is an elementary level course provided as a massive open online course at the Swayam online learning platform. The course led by subject experts will be delivered using interactive and informative sessions that include both theoretical and practical parts. The online course constitutes 29 lessons on various topics of economics that can be completed within 24 weeks duration.

The Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Online Course is coordinated by Prof. Dr. Manish Chugh of the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). Once the learners complete all course steps and evaluations, they will be rewarded with a Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Certification by NIOS and Swayam.

The highlights

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

Program offerings

  • 24 weeks duration
  • 10 credit points
  • Interactive platform
  • Video lectures
  • Reading materials
  • Peer discussion forums
  • Multiple choice questions

Course and certificate fees

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

NIOS

Who it is for

  • The course is suitable for anyone wishing to gain knowledge in economics and explore career options like economists.

What you will learn

Knowledge of economics

After completing the Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Certification Classes, you will gain insights into the following topics:

  • Introduction to economics
  • Microeconomics
  • Indian Economy
  • Scope of Economics
  • Problems of an Economy
  • Forms of Market
  • National Income

The syllabus

Week 1

  • Overview of Indian Economy

Week 2

  • Economic Planning in India

Week 3

  • Economic Growth and Economic Development

Week 4

  • The Problems of Unemployment, Poverty and Inequality

Week 5

  • Meaning, Scope and Its Need in Economics

Week 6

  • Collection and Classification of Data

Week 7

  • Presentation of Data

Week 8

  • Measures of Central Tendency

Week 9

  • Measures of Dispersion

Week 10

  • Correlation Analysis

Week 11

  • Index Numbers

Week 12

  • Introduction to the Study of Economics

Week 13

  • Central Problems of an Economy

Week 14

  • Consumer's Equilibrium

Week 15

  • Demand
  • Price Elasticity of Demand

Week 16

  • Production Function

Week 17

  • Cost of Production

Week 18

  • Supply
  • Price Elasticity of Supply

Week 19

  • Forms of Market

Week 20

  • Price Determination Under Perfect Competition

Week 21

  • Revenue and Profit Maximization of a Competitive Firm

Week 22

  • National Income and Related Aggregates

Week 23

  • National Income and Its Measurement

Week 24

  • Consumption, Saving and Investment

Week 25

  • Theory of Income Determination

Week 26

  • Money and Banking
  • Government and The Budget

Admission details

Follow the steps given below to enroll in the Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Certification Course:

Step 1: Click on the URL given below -

https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/nos21_sc13/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 Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Certification Benefits are listed as follows:

  • The course provides an analytical review of the concepts of economics at the senior secondary level.
  • The Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Certification syllabus is designed by subject experts at NIOS.
  • Through the course, learners will get introduced to the features of the Indian economy and national income.

Instructors

Mr Shashi Prakash
Senior Executive Officer
NIOS

FAQs

In how many weeks can a student finish the course?

The course can be completed within 24 weeks of duration.

Can the students get credit points for the course?

Yes, the Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Online Course provides 10 credit points to students.

Which institution is rendering the course?

The course is rendered by the faculty of the National Institute of Open Schooling.

On which online platform is the course found?

Yes, the Sr.Secondary: Economics (318) Certification Course will be available on the Swayam online learning platform.

Is it a school level course?

Yes, the course is available to learners at the senior secondary level.

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