The General Management Public Policy and Economics area at IIM Sambalpur integrates rigorous academic foundations with managerial applications, focusing on areas such as agricultural development, rural credit, financial inclusion, digital transformation, and public policy. It emphasizes how economic principles can guide strategic decision-making, policy formulation, and sustainable business practices. The specialization blends theory with practice, enabling managers and future leaders to understand market dynamics, assess economic risks, and design effective interventions. With a strong focus on applied research and case-based teaching, it helps students and executives build analytical skills essential for managerial problem-solving. Overall, the area contributes to shaping socially responsible, economically aware, and strategically sound business leaders.