Can I get into BA after 12th commerce? What's the difference between B.Sc in economics and B.A. in economics? Which degree is above MA?

What are other subjects in BA if I choose Economics as my subject? What further can I do in economics if I complete MA in economics? Which type of economist gets highest salary? I am in 12th and my exams are starting from 1st of March. So, please let me know the answers as soon as possible.

481 Views|Posted 2016-02-27 02:35:08
Asked by Pratik Karnik
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Meera naval
2016-03-04 14:41:34
Hi Pratik, Yes, you can pursue BA in your graduation while you have completed your class 12th with commerce. B.Sc in economics has more mathematical and practical implication and it is opened for students who have studied mathematics till 12th. Whereas, BA in economics is more theoretical program a

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Which course is better among BA or B.Sc in economics, if I want to prepare for UPSC exams?

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3 years ago
B.Sc. Economics is best option where you can do much better as B.A. You'll learn practical problems more than theory with Maths. But B.A. Economics with Maths stats and eco best combo for B.A. Also much better but package are different. Research both and find your area of interest where you want to

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Vinay kr Pandey
3 years ago
Yes, you can go for B.A. ( Fine Arts) after your 12th in commerce. Eligibility criteria for taking admission in B.A. ( Fine Arts) in most of the top universities is passed in 10+2. If we talk about subjects, B.Sc. Economics has some additional subjects as compared to B.A. Economics. In B.Sc. Economi

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4 years ago
Yes, you can go for B.A. After your 12th in commerce. Eligibility criteria for taking admission in B.A. In most of the top universities is pass in 10+2. You can get admission at Chandigarh University which is one of the fastest growing Universities in India with its top class education. CU provides

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konatham Abhishek
5 years ago
Hello, Yes, you can pursue a BA in your graduation while you have completed your class 12th with commerce. B.Sc in economics has more mathematical and practical implications and it is opened for students who have studied mathematics till class 12th. Whereas, B.A. In economics is a more theoretical

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5 years ago
Dear Pratik, I did MBA from Lovely professional University and my experience at LPU was amazing.I have idea about B.Sc (Hons) Economics course because I had one friend from same department.She has discussed me few things about placements,academics, curriculum etc. She told me ,The program is designe

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Swapnaneel Bhuiya
7 years ago
Yes, you can pursue BA in your graduation, while you have completed your class 12th with commerce. B.Sc in economics has more mathematical and practical implication, and it is opened for students who have studied mathematics till class 12th. Whereas, BA in economics is more theoretical programme and

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