ICFAI School of Social Sciences: Shaping Future Economists

The ICFAI School of Social Sciences (ISoSS), a constituent of the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE), Hyderabad, is emerging as a dynamic center for academic excellence and research-driven learning in the field of social sciences. Featured as the cover story in The Higher Education Review magazine, the institution is recognized for its commitment to nurturing future-ready economists, policy experts, and social science professionals equipped to address complex global and national challenges.

Guided by an interdisciplinary approach aligned with the vision of India’s National Education Policy, ISoSS integrates economics, psychology, sociology, political science, and public policy to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary socio-economic issues. The institution offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, including BA Economics, MA Economics, and PhD in Economics, while also expanding into innovative programs such as behavioral economics, sustainability studies, and data analytics.

With a strong emphasis on rigorous academic training, research, and practical engagement, the school fosters critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and policy-oriented research capabilities. Faculty members actively contribute to scholarly research published in leading journals and collaborate with national and international institutions to advance knowledge in applied economics and social sciences.

Backed by the legacy of IFHE - an A++ NAAC accredited deemed-to-be university - the ICFAI School of Social Sciences is dedicated to developing socially conscious leaders who can influence policymaking, economic development, and sustainable progress in an increasingly complex global landscape.