The department of Economics, established in 1968, offers M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs. The distinctive areas of study include economic theory; Quantitative Methods particularly Econometrics; International Economics especially trade and monetary aspects; and Economics Development with special reference to national issues and problems. Besides a number of specialized courses in the areas of Human Resource Development, Public Finance, Applied Economics and Pakistan Economics are offered. The Master's degree is also offered in an evening program run on self-finance basis, since fall 1994. The department has its own Library and Computer Laboratory.
          One international Conference was held during May, 1997. Scholars from five Countries presented their research paper in this Conference. Overall 22 papers were presented, out of which 8 papers were presented by the Department faculty and students.