Placement Statistics
The Economics program at Rishihood University Sonipat has consistently achieved high placement rates, with a strong record of graduates securing positions in top organizations. The placement statistics for the last five years reflect the program's excellence and the quality of education provided to students.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | Number of PPOs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 800000 | 450000 | 400000 | 90.0 | 25 |
| 2021 | 900000 | 500000 | 450000 | 92.0 | 30 |
| 2022 | 1000000 | 550000 | 500000 | 93.0 | 35 |
| 2023 | 1100000 | 600000 | 550000 | 94.0 | 40 |
| 2024 | 1200000 | 650000 | 600000 | 95.0 | 45 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Economics program at Rishihood University Sonipat attracts top companies from various sectors, offering diverse career opportunities to graduates. The following are the top 25 recruiting companies for this program:
- Reserve Bank of India
- International Monetary Fund
- Microsoft
- Amazon
- Goldman Sachs
- JPMorgan Chase
- Morgan Stanley
- World Bank
- Asian Development Bank
- McKinsey & Company
- Boston Consulting Group
- Accenture
- Stanford University
- MIT
- Harvard University
- London School of Economics
- World Economic Forum
- International Finance Corporation
- OECD
- United Nations Development Programme
- Bank of America
- Deutsche Bank
- Barclays
- UBS
Job Profiles and Roles
The recruiting companies offer a wide range of job profiles and roles to graduates of the Economics program. These roles include positions in finance, consulting, policy analysis, research, and academia. The following are the typical job profiles and roles offered:
- Financial Analyst
- Economic Researcher
- Policy Advisor
- Data Analyst
- Quantitative Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Product Manager
- Investment Analyst
- Financial Consultant
- Market Research Analyst
- Development Economist
- Public Policy Analyst
- Environmental Economist
- Labour Economist
- Behavioral Economist
- Financial Risk Analyst
- Corporate Finance Analyst
- Financial Planning Analyst
- Compliance Analyst
- Economic Consultant
Sector-wise Analysis
The Economics program graduates find opportunities in various sectors, each offering unique career paths and growth potential. The following is a sector-wise analysis of job opportunities:
IT/Software
The IT/Software sector offers roles such as Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Product Manager, and Financial Analyst. Companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon frequently recruit from the program, attracted by the students' analytical skills and ability to work with large datasets.
Core Engineering
Graduates with a strong foundation in economics and mathematics find opportunities in core engineering firms, particularly in roles related to project analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and resource planning.
Finance
The finance sector provides roles in investment banks, hedge funds, and asset management firms. Positions such as Investment Analyst, Quantitative Analyst, and Risk Analyst are common, with companies like Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley being major recruiters.
Consulting
Consulting firms such as McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, and Accenture offer roles in economic analysis, policy evaluation, and strategic planning. These firms value the analytical skills and problem-solving abilities of economics graduates.
Analytics
The analytics sector offers opportunities in data science, business intelligence, and predictive analytics. Companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft provide roles in data analysis and machine learning.
PSUs
Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) such as the Reserve Bank of India, World Bank, and Asian Development Bank offer roles in policy analysis, economic research, and regulatory oversight.
Internship Season
The internship season is a crucial part of the program, providing students with practical experience and exposure to real-world economic issues. The process begins in the second semester of the third year, with students applying to positions in various organizations.
Companies such as Microsoft, Google, and Amazon offer internships to students, providing them with hands-on experience in data analysis, market research, and financial modeling. The internship stipend varies based on the company and the role, with the average stipend ranging from 30,000 to 50,000 INR per month.
Students also have opportunities to intern at government agencies such as the Reserve Bank of India and the World Bank, where they work on policy analysis and economic research projects. These internships provide valuable insights into the functioning of public sector organizations and the role of economics in policy formulation.
The internship season is supported by the department, which provides students with guidance on the application process, interview preparation, and professional development. The department also maintains strong connections with industry partners, ensuring that students have access to a wide range of internship opportunities.
Internship experiences are integral to the program's curriculum, as they allow students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings and develop practical skills. The department encourages students to reflect on their internship experiences and integrate their learnings into their academic and professional development.