Department of Applied Economics
Historically, the Department of Applied Economics established as a major department in 1998. The Department of Applied Economics is one of the most prestigious research and education departments of social science in Monywa University of Economics.
Bachelor of Economics (Economics)
Bachelor of Economics (BEcon) is an undergraduate degree to provide students with education in economics and related subjects. On average, it takes four years with eight semesters to earn a bachelor’s degree. BEcon (Economics) degree is designed to give students a firm grounding in modern economic theory and a basic understanding of economic processes; to provide a descriptive knowledge of the domestic and global economies; and to develop the students’ capabilities for quantitative analysis and independent thought. The degree provides that students will have a solid background in theoretical and methodological knowledge in areas related to economic development, which will enable them to move into the practical world with certain degree of confidence. Some of them, hopefully, will acquire enough interest and expertise to go for advanced degrees in economics.
Bachelor of Economics (Trade and Logistics)
Monywa University of Economics launched the new degree named BEcon (Trade and Logistics) as an applied subject under the Department of Applied Economics in the 2022-2023 Academic Year to fulfill the regional requirements.
Master of Economics (Economics)
After completing of Bachelor degree BEcon (Economics), the students can join the post graduate course MEcon (Economics) which is a full-time program with two-year period. The Master’s degree in Economics provides in-depth theoretical and empirical knowledge in order to analyze the social and economic challenges of our time. The Master’s degree in Economics provides with the necessary tools to analyze economic policy problems and to develop successful strategies. The Master’s degree in Economics provides the knowledge and skills needed to understand and analyze economic processes and to develop solutions to economic problems. This expertise opens up varied career paths in a wide range of professional fields. MEcon (Economics) graduates are in demand for responsible positions in the public sector, international organizations, consultancy firms and private industry, as well as in banks and insurance companies.
Doctor of Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy in Economics (PhD) is the highest academic Degree offered by our department. It is a five-year doctorate level course, taking one year for coursework and needs to take four years for preparing dissertation. The aim of the PhD programme is to give research students a deeper understanding of the field of Economics, thorough training in research methodology and a good insight into the problems that arise from doing research and its empirical applications. Students who have completed their doctorates should be critical and independent researchers with the ability to plan and complete a research project.
Master of Development Studies (MDevS)
Monywa University of Economics launched the Master of Development Studies (MDevS) programme under the Department of Applied Economics in order not only to fulfil the vision for lifelong learning but also to have a better understanding of development issues. The Department of Applied Economics started the 1st Batch of the Master of Development Studies (MDevS) programme on 25th June 2022 through online. The main objective of the Development Studies courses is to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for a career in the field of development, give them a good understanding of the development experiences of different countries and empower them with the analytical and conceptual skills needed to understand.
Diploma in Development Studies (Dip.DS)
Diploma in Development Studies (Dip.DS) programme provide by Department of Applied Economics was founded as post-graduate diploma in 1999. This programme is designed to accommodate the needs of postgraduate students who want to study the economic development subject. Dip.DS aims to achieve knowledge concerning economic development and to get a learning society for those who want to improve their skill in various fields. It provides the basic knowledge on the nature and meaning of development and underdevelopment and its various manifestations in developing nations. All These courses were given in person from Batch 1 to Batch 13. Now, Batch 14 could have been conducted through online platforms using Zoom.

- To provide a high-quality education in economics and development economics to future leaders of industry, government and civil society and offer educational opportunities to students in order to prepare them to become accomplished citizens and professionals capable of critical thinking and independent analysis.
To provide students with preparation in the economic development concepts.
To provide our students with appropriate analytical skills to lay the groundwork for lifelong learning.
- To equip with in-depth knowledge and understanding of the core areas of economics.
- To enable with develop, through the study of economics, a range of skills and abilities that will contribute to effectiveness in employment.
- To develop critical and evaluative thinking in the context of economics.
- To apply the economic theory and statistical analysis in solving policy problems.
Degrees offered
- Bachelor of Economics (Economics)
- Bachelor of Economics (Trade and Logistics)
- Master of Economics (Economics)
- Doctor of Philosophy
HRD Programme
- Master of Development Studies (MDevS)
- Diploma in Development Studies (Dip.DS)
Name | Dr.Thida Htay |
Position | Professor/ Head |
Degree | PhD (Economics), (Yangon University of Economics) MEcon (Economics), (Yangon University of Economics) BEcon (Economics), (Yangon University of Economics)
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Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: tdhtay@gmail.com Phone: 09-5080775 |
Field of Study | Public Finance, Gender Development and Empowerment |
Teaching Subjects | Environmental Economics, Gender Development and Empowerment, Public Finance, Economic Development, Macroeconomics |
Publications | 1. Contribution of Rural Women to Household Income (Case Study: Selected Villages in Sagaing Township), University Research Journal, 2014, Vol.7, No.5, Page- 317-333
2. Digital Literacy Status of Rural Women in Pyay Township, Bago Region, Monywa University of Economics Research Journal, 2019, Vol.10, No.1, Page- 113-132
3. Empowerment of Rural Women at Household Level in Monywa Township, 2019, Vol.12, No.8, Page-171-179
4. Drivers’ Awareness and Behavior on Road Safety (Case Study: Yangon-Mandalay Expressway), 2020, Vol.11, No.2, Page- 1-20
5. Economic Cooperation between the Republic of Korea and Myanmar, 2022 KRI- RSA International Public Policy Symposium Proceedings, pp. 561-578.
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Other Activities | Programme Director of MDevS and Dip.DS |
Research Publication
- Thida Htay (2014). Contribution of Rural Women to Household Income (Case Study: Selected Villages in Sagaing Township), University Research Journal, Vol.7, No.5, Page- 317-333
- Thida Htay (2019). Digital Literacy Status of Rural Women in Pyay Township, Bago Region, Monywa University of Economics Research Journal, Vol.10, No.1, Page- 113-132
- Thida Htay (2019). Empowerment of Rural Women at Household Level in Monywa Township, Vol.12, No.8, Page-171-179
- Thida Htay (2020). Drivers’ Awareness and Behaviour on Road Safety (Case Study: Yangon-Mandalay Expressway), Monywa University of Economics Research Journal,Vol.11, No.2, Page- 1-20
- Thida Htay. (2022), Economic Cooperation between the Republic of Korea and Myanmar, 2022 KRI- RSA International Public Policy Symposium Proceedings, pp. 561-578.
- Kyi Kyi Win (2017). Relationship between Emission and Economic growth in Myanmar. (Proceeding International conference on Asian Economic Development (AED2017).
- Hnin Phyu Pyar Lwin (2021). Persistence of Child Labour in Myanmar, 3rd International Conference on Burma/Myanmar Studies: Burma/Myanmar in Changing Southeast Asian Context, March, Chaing Mai University, Thailand
- Hnin Phyu Pyar Lwin (2021). Evaluation of FDI Absorptive Capacities in Myanmar, September, Dagon University Research Journal
- Yin Lei Win Swe (2014). The Development of Tourism Industry (Smokeless Industry) in Myanmar Monywa University of Economics Research Journal, Vol.5, No.1
- Yin Lei Win Swe (2019). Associations between the Mixture of Governance Modes and the Performance of Local Public Service Delivery, Politics and Governance, Open Access Journal, ISSN: 2183-2463 Vol.7 Issue 4
Name | Daw Kyi Kyi Win |
Position | Associate Professor |
Degree | MEcon (Economics), (Yangon University of Economics) MEcon (Economics), (Chaing Mai University) BEcon (Economics), (Yangon University of Economics)
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Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: kyikyiwin074@gmail.com Phone: 09-256597231 |
Field of Study | International Economics, Environmental Economics |
Teaching Subjects | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Institutional Economics, International Economics, Mathematical Economics |
Other Activities | Member, Ethical Research Committee, Monywa University of Economics |
Name | Daw Hnin Phyu Pyar Lwin |
Position | Associate Professor |
Degree | MA in International Development, International University of Japan MEcon (Economics), Yangon University of Economics BEcon (Hons; Economics), Yangon University of Economics Diploma in International Relations and Development, International Center of Excellence, Yangon University with the collaboration of Chung Ang and Johns Hopkin University |
Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: hninphyupyarlwin@gmail.com Ph: 09-5125541 |
Field of Study | International Development |
Teaching Subjects | International Political Economy, Economic Policy and Planning, Mathematical Economics, International Economic Relations, Public Finance, Economic Development |
Publications | 1. Persistence of Child Labour in Myanmar, 3rd International Conference on Burma/Myanmar Studies: Burma/Myanmar in Changing Southeast Asian Context, March 2021, Chaing Mai University, Thailand
2. Evaluation of FDI Absorptive Capacities in Myanmar, September 2021, Dagon University Research Journal |
Other Activities | Member, International Relations Office (IRO), Monywa University of Economics |
Name | Daw Yin Lei Win Swe |
Position | Lecturer |
Degree | MA (International Development), International University of Japan MEcon (Economics), Meiktila University of Economics BEcon (Economics)Q, Meiktila University of Economics |
Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: yinleiwinswe@gmail.com Phone No: 09-2131184 |
Field of Study | International Development, Public Finance |
Teaching Subjects | Macroeconomics, Agricultural Economics, Public Finance, Econometrics, Economic Development, Environmental Economics |
Publications | 1. The Development of Tourism Industry (Smokeless Industry) in Myanmar Monywa University of Economics Research Journal, Dec 2014, Vol.5, No.1
2. Associations between the Mixture of Governance Modes and the Performance of Local Public Service Delivery, Politics and Governance, Open Access Journal, Nov 2019, ISSN: 2183-2463 Vol.7 Issue 4 |
Other Activities | Member, International Relations Office (IRO), Monywa University of Economics |
Name | Daw Kyu Kyu Htwe |
Position | Lecturer |
Degree | MEcon (Economics), Monywa University of Economics BEcon (Economics)Q, Monywa University of Economics |
Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: kyukyuhtwe12762@gmail.com Phone No: 09-269069985 |
Field of Study | Economic Development |
Teaching Subjects | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, ASEAN Economics, Economic Development |
Publications | – |
Other Activities | – |
Name | Daw Nu Nu Wai |
Position | Lecturer |
Degree | MEcon (Economics), Monywa University of Economics BEcon (Economics)Q, Monywa University of Economics B.Ed (Economics), Sagaing University of Education |
Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: nunuwai826@gmail.com, nunuwai@mue.edu.mm Phone No: 09-402648914 |
Field of Study | Macroeconomics, Environmental Economics, Economic Development, International Trade and Policy |
Teaching Subjects | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Economic Development |
Publications | – |
Other Activities | – |
Name | Daw Wai Wai Lwin |
Position | Assistant Lecturer |
Degree | MEcon (Economics), Monywa University of Economics BEcon (Economics)Q, Monywa University of Economics |
Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: waiwailwin2k17@gmail.com Phone No: 09-459075338 |
Field of Study | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics |
Teaching Subjects | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Money, Banking and Finance |
Publications | – |
Other Activities | – |
Name | Daw Roi Aung |
Position | Tutor |
Degree | MEcon (Economics), Monywa University of Economics BEcon (Economics)Q, Monywa University of Economics |
Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: roiaung280@gmail.com Phone No: 09-404375898 |
Field of Study | Economic Development, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Public Sector Economics |
Teaching Subjects | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics |
Publications | – |
Other Activities | – |
Name | Daw Sapal Khaing |
Position | Tutor |
Degree | BEcon (Economics) (Hons:), Monywa University of Economics |
Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: sapal1721582@gmail.com Phone No: 09-782771728 |
Field of Study | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Economics of Social Issue |
Teaching Subjects | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics |
Publications | – |
Other Activities | – |
Name | U Aung Myo Htun |
Position | Tutor |
Degree | BEcon (Economics) (Hons:), Monywa University of Economics |
Organization | Department of Applied Economics, Monywa University of Economics |
Contact | Email: aungmyohtun932@gmail.com Phone No: 09-440520599 |
Field of Study | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Economic Development and Economics of Infrastructure Development |
Teaching Subjects | Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and International Economics |
Publications | – |
Other Activities | – |