The Department of Economics at North South University (NSU) is housed within the School of Business and Economics (SBE) and stands as one of the pioneering departments of the university, established in 1992. Over the years, the department has grown into one of the most prestigious and research-active economics departments in Bangladesh. Known for its academic excellence, the department combines rigorous theoretical foundations with empirical tools to prepare students for dynamic careers in research, policy-making, and industry.
The Department of Economics at NSU comprises 34 full-time faculty members, of whom 20 are Ph.D.-qualified. All the faculty members have earned their degrees from top-ranked universities across the globe. The department is recognized for its strong commitment to both research and teaching excellence. Faculty members actively engage in cutting-edge research while ensuring high-quality instruction, enabling students to gain both theoretical and practical expertise in economics. Beyond classroom teaching, the department fosters a vibrant research culture through its bi-weekly Brown Bag Seminar Series, where distinguished researchers from renowned academic and research institutions present their research work.
The department offers a diverse range of courses tailored to students’ specific academic interests and career aspirations. Graduates from the Department of Economics at NSU have a strong track record of securing positions in national and international think tanks, research organizations, NGOs, and INGOs. Moreover, a significant number of our alumni have been accepted into top-tier universities in the USA, Canada, the UK, and Australia for higher studies. As a result, the department boasts an impressive 100 percent job placement rate, with graduates in high demand across both the public and private sectors. The Department of Economics at NSU is proud to be the first in Bangladesh to offer economics programs accredited by ACBSP, USA, underscoring our commitment to global academic standards and quality assurance.
The department is deeply committed to student engagement and co-curricular development. Its flagship student organization, the Young Economists Forum (YEF), is one of the most active and prestigious student-led economics clubs in the country. YEF regularly organizes seminars, panel discussions, competitions, and networking events featuring esteemed economists, policymakers, and industry experts. Additionally, students have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of other co-curricular and extra-curricular student clubs across NSU, catering to diverse interests and skills development. To supplement theoretical learning, students have access to state-of-the-art university computing facilities equipped with statistical software such as EViews, Stata, and R, which aid in empirical research and analysis. The entire NSU campus is covered by a Wi-Fi network, ensuring seamless access to online resources, and is monitored through CCTV surveillance to enhance security.
With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, research innovation, and student development, the Department of Economics at NSU continues to shape the future of economics education, research, and policy-making in Bangladesh and beyond.
Academic Programs
The Department of Economics at NSU offers the following degree programs:
Additionally, students pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree can choose to major in Economics. The BS in Economics program includes three distinct curricular streams tailored to different cohorts of students: students enrolled before the Summer 2015 semester, students enrolled between the Summer 2015 and Fall 2018 semesters, and students enrolled in the Spring 2019 semester and onwards. Each of these streams follows a specific curriculum designed to ensure a comprehensive and contemporary economics education that aligns with evolving industry and academic requirements.
Information
Location: North Academic Building (NAC) 8th Floor (East)
Number of Core Faculty Members: 34
Department Chairman: Dr. Syed Mortuza Asif Ehsan, Tel: 55668200, Ext. 1800
Department Secretary: Ms. Chamon Afroz, Tel: 55668200 ext. 1814
Student Club: Young Economists' Forum
Welcome to the Department of Economics at North South University (NSU), an intellectually dynamic and leading institution in the country for the study of economics. We take great pride in being student-centered, ensuring that our students remain our top priority. Our primary objective is to equip students with a strong theoretical foundation in economics and essential empirical tools, preparing them for diverse careers in research, policy-making, industry, and academia.
Faculty members of the Department of Economics, NSU, are highly qualified and actively engaged in cutting-edge research in economics. They regularly publish in top peer-reviewed journals and contribute to national and international policy discussions through various research projects. The Department of Economics at NSU is the highest-ranked economics department in the country, according to the Times Higher Education 2025 Rankings by Subject. Also, the Department of Economics at NSU is the first economics department in Bangladesh to offer economics programs accredited by ACBSP, USA.
Our graduates have pursued further studies at prestigious universities such as the University of Oxford, the London School of Economics, the University of Toronto, Cornell University, and the National University of Singapore. Many have also established successful careers in research institutions (BIDS, BIGD, CPD), NGOs and international organizations (World Bank, UNDP, BRAC, CARE), Bangladesh Bank, the government, multinational corporations, and beyond.
The department is dedicated to fostering critical thinking, rigorous analysis, and a deep understanding of the economic principles that shape our world. For more detailed information, I request you to explore our website or contact us by email or phone. Thank you for your interest in our department and programs.
A limited number of Teaching Assistantships are available for highly qualified students. The value of the assistantship may cover most part of the tuition at NSU. NSU also offers both full and half-tuition waivers to at least 5% of its students.
For more information visit the page of the financial aid office.
The department currently offers the following undergraduate programs:
NOTE FOR STUDENTS: IF NOT WAIVED, ENG 102 AND BUS 112 HAVE TO BE TAKEN. THESE ARE CREDIT COURSES SINCE THE 101 AND 112 BATCHES RESPECTIVELY. BEN 205 AND HIS 103 ARE MANDATORY FOR ALL STUDENTS FROM THE 163 BATCH. NO REPLACEMENT IS ALLOWED.
BBA with a major in Economics: Along with all the other requirements of the BBA degree as stated in the BBA curriculum, a student planning to do BBA with a major in Economics needs to complete four required courses ECO 201, ECO 204, ECO 328 (or ECO 415), and ECO 348 (previously called ECO 349) and two elective courses in economics (total 18 credits).
The Department currently offers the MS in Economics program scheduled in the evenings and weekends, and the MDS program between Thursday evening and Saturday evening.
Department of Economics, North South University, Bashundhara, Dhaka 1229, Bangladesh
Phone: +880-2-55668200, Ext: 1814 (Ms. Chamon Afroz - Senior Officer), 1815 (Ms. Adiba Atiq - Officer)
Brown Bag Seminar (2020 to present)
Dr. Niaz Asadullah joins the Department of Economics, NSU as an Honorary Professorial Fellow