Bachelor of Economics and Statistics
Duration
4 years (8 semesters) plus at least 8 weeks of industrial attachment
Mode of study
Online
Academic school
School of Business & EconomicsProgramme overview
This program is aimed to develop dynamic professionals with knowledge, skills and attitude competences geared towards solving present and emerging socialeconomic realities in principles and empirical aspect through research, modelling and economic analysis to inform policy and practice.
Expected outcomes
- Basic concepts and principles in economics and statistics
- Critical, analytical and problem-solving skills in economics and statistics.
- Application of statistical tools to conduct research in economics and inform policy and implementation strategies
- Economic systems that apply to the changing real life social-economic phenomena
Entry requirements
A candidate must satisfy the general University admission criteria for undergraduate programmes.
- A mean grade of C+ and above at KCSE OR
- Diplomas or professional qualifications OR
- A certificate of foundation or bridging courses from recognised institutions OR
- A portfolio for the purpose of recognition of prior learning OR
- Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education with a minimum of 1 principal OR
- A bachelor’s degree from an institution recognised by Senate.
Programme structure
This program fosters learning in the following key domains:
- Mastery of fundamental concepts and principles in economics and statistics.
- Cultivation of critical, analytical, and problem-solving acumen within the realms of economics and statistics.\
- Proficiency in the application of statistical methodologies for conducting research in economics, thereby informing policy development and implementation strategies.
- Exploration of economic systems, with a keen focus on their applicability in deciphering the evolving socio-economic phenomena encountered in real- world scenarios.
Programme Learning Outcomes
By the end of this programme, the student will be able to learn about:
- Basic concepts and principles in economics and statistics.
- Critical, analytical and problem-solving skills in economics and statistics.
- Application of statistical tools to conduct research in economics and inform policy and implementation strategies
- Economic systems that apply to the changing real life socialeconomic phenomena
Total credit hours and course units required for graduation
Total credit hours and course units required for graduation The programme shall be offered in 8 semesters. The minimum total courses for the programme are 48. The minimum total course credit hours required for graduation is 144 hours.
Assessment methods
Student Assessment at programme level
The course will be assessed through:
- Content embedded quizzes
- Online practical work
- Open book tests
- Project reports
- End of course online examination
The projects will be assessed through e- portfolios. Students will present their work to an evaluation panel. All students’ work will be checked for plagiarism. The students should be logged in with the university provided login details in order to carry out any task.
Countinous Assessment
Tests/Tasks: 50%
Examination 50%
Global careers
Program's Academic Focus and Career Prospects
This program is intricately designed to cultivate versatile professionals, equipped with a profound understanding, practical skills, and the right attitude to confront the contemporary and evolving socio-economic challenges. Through a blend of rigorous research, advanced modeling, and economic analysis, graduates are poised to provide evidence-based insights that drive policy formulation and practical interventions in both principle and empirical contexts.
Economics and Statistics Career Projections:
The program lays a robust foundation for diverse and promising career pathways in the domains of economics and statistics, including but not limited to:
- Economist
- Financial Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Urban Planner
- Government Economist/Statistician
- Economic Journalist
Application hub
Typical duration
Delivery mode
Online
Accreditation info
Fully accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and recognised globally for digital-first excellence.
School of Business & Economics
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Location
Nairobi, Kenya