Department of Economics 

Telangana Tribal Welfare Residential Degree College (Men), Nagarkurnool

Photo: A Krishna  BA 2017-20 batch , Abdel Siraj BA 2018-21 batch Receiving Gold Models from Hounable Telangana state Governer Smt Tamilisai Soundararajan   (Toppers in BA course at Palamuru University )

Mission

Empowering tribal students with economic knowledge and skills to achieve social mobility and contribute to the economic development of their communities.

Vision

To be a leading department in promoting economic inclusivity for tribal students by providing quality education, fostering entrepreneurship, and advocating for policy changes.

Objectives

• Equip students with a strong foundation in economic principles and theories.
• Develop analytical and problem-solving skills to address tribal economic challenges.
• Impart knowledge of government schemes and programs for tribal welfare.
• Promote financial literacy and entrepreneurship among tribal students.
• Advocate for policy changes to bridge the economic gap between tribal and non-tribal communities.
• Foster research on tribal economic issues and disseminate findings for informed decision-making.

Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities And Challenges (SWOC)

Strengths

• Dedicated faculty with expertise in tribal economics.
• Focus on experiential learning through case studies, field visits, and interactive sessions.
• Potential for collaboration with government agencies and NGOs working on tribal development.
• Alumni network of successful tribal economists and entrepreneurs.

Weaknesses

• Limited resources, such as lack of scholarships and funding for research projects.
• Inadequate infrastructure, like computer labs and libraries with tribal-specific economic resources.
• High student-teacher ratio, which can hinder personalized attention.
• Language barriers for some tribal students who may not have strong Telugu or English language skills.

Opportunities

• Access to government grants and funding for promoting tribal education.
• Collaboration with universities and research institutions for joint research projects on tribal economics.
• Utilizing online resources and educational tools for enhancing learning.
• Partnering with industries and businesses to provide internship opportunities for tribal students.

Challenges

• Ensuring quality education amidst resource constraints.
• Bridging the digital divide and promoting technological literacy among tribal students.
• Addressing social and cultural barriers that may hinder educational attainment.
• Countering stereotypes and promoting economic empowerment of tribal communities.

By effectively addressing these strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges, the Department of Economics at TGTWR Degree College Men, Nagarkurnool, can play a pivotal role in empowering tribal students and fostering inclusive economic development in the region.