Placement Statistics (Last 7 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 800000 | 450000 | 430000 | 92.0 | 175 |
| 2023 | 750000 | 430000 | 410000 | 91.0 | 160 |
| 2022 | 680000 | 410000 | 390000 | 90.0 | 150 |
| 2021 | 620000 | 390000 | 370000 | 89.0 | 140 |
| 2020 | 580000 | 370000 | 350000 | 87.0 | 130 |
| 2019 | 560000 | 350000 | 330000 | 86.0 | 120 |
| 2018 | 540000 | 330000 | 310000 | 85.0 | 110 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Economics program at Ahmedabad University Ahmedabad attracts top-tier organizations across multiple sectors. Below is a list of leading recruiters and typical roles offered:
- Goldman Sachs: Quantitative Analyst, Risk Analyst, Financial Analyst
- McKinsey & Company: Consultant, Research Analyst, Strategy Associate
- World Bank: Economic Researcher, Policy Analyst, Development Economist
- International Monetary Fund (IMF): Senior Economist, Policy Advisor, Research Fellow
- Reserve Bank of India: Deputy Governor, Assistant Manager, Financial Analyst
- Bank of America: Investment Banking Analyst, Risk Analyst, Treasury Analyst
- Accenture: Business Analyst, Data Scientist, Economic Consultant
- PwC: Economic Consultant, Financial Analyst, Policy Researcher
- Deloitte: Economic Analyst, Management Consultant, Financial Advisor
- Central Statistics Office: Statistical Officer, Data Analyst, Research Economist
- Bloomberg L.P.: Financial Analyst, Economic Data Specialist, Market Analyst
- JPMorgan Chase: Investment Analyst, Risk Analyst, Portfolio Manager
- Oxford Economics: Economic Consultant, Forecasting Analyst, Research Director
- OECD: Economic Policy Analyst, Research Fellow, Data Analyst
- UNDP: Development Economist, Program Officer, Researcher
Sector-wise Analysis
The Economics program prepares students for careers across various sectors:
- IT/Software: Demand for economic analysts in tech companies has grown due to data-driven decision-making. Roles include Product Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, and Data Scientist.
- Core Engineering: Graduates often transition into roles involving project economics, cost analysis, and policy formulation within engineering firms.
- Finance: High demand for economists in investment banks, central banks, and financial institutions for risk assessment, market analysis, and policy advice.
- Consulting: Consulting firms rely heavily on economic expertise for strategy development, impact evaluation, and organizational transformation projects.
- Analytics: The increasing importance of big data has opened avenues for economists to work in analytics roles, interpreting complex datasets and providing actionable insights.
- PSUs: Public sector units offer stable employment opportunities for economics graduates, particularly in roles related to policy design, budgeting, and regulatory affairs.
Internship Season Overview
The internship season typically begins in the third year of study. Students are exposed to a wide range of opportunities through pre-placement talks, company visits, and career counseling sessions. Key companies participating include:
- Goldman Sachs
- McKinsey & Company
- World Bank
- Reserve Bank of India
- Accenture
- PwC
Stipend data for internships vary by company and role:
- Highest Stipend: 1,20,000 INR/month
- Average Stipend: 60,000 INR/month
- Minimum Stipend: 30,000 INR/month
The university's placement cell actively facilitates the internship process by connecting students with industry partners and ensuring that internships align with academic progress.