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UndergraduateMsimbo: BES

Bachelor of Economics and Statistics

Muda

4 years (8 semesters) plus at least 8 weeks of industrial attachment

Njia ya kusoma

Online

Shule ya kitaaluma

Shule ya Biashara na Uchumi

Muhtasari wa kitaaluma

The philosophy of this program is anchored on the University philosophy. This program is designed to provide highly trained scholars and practitioners in economics and statistics to all, building on prior learning. The program leverages technology enhanced learning while mitigating the effects of geographical, economic and social barriers. This program is premised on the potential of technology enhanced learning to unlock the limited access to higher education by providing affordable, flexible and continuous human capital development in the field of economics and statistics. The program is geared towards development of the workforce to meet the emerging trends on employability and transferability of knowledge and skills globally. The program is aimed to develop dynamic professionals with knowledge, skills and attitude competences geared towards solving present and emerging social-economic realities in principles and empirical aspect through research, modelling and economic analysis to inform policy and practice.

Matokeo yanayotarajiwa

  • 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

Mahitaji ya kujiunga

  • A candidate must satisfy the Open University admission criteria for undergraduate programmes.
  • A mean grade of C+ and above at KCSE where applicable or its equivalent using a criteria that the senate may determine.
  • Diplomas or professional qualifications from recognized institutions.
  • KCSE certificate or equivalent and a certificate of foundation or bridging courses from recognized institutions.
  • Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education with a minimum of 1 principal and subsidiary passes.
  • Evidence of KCSE certificate or equivalent and a portfolio for the purpose of recognition of prior learning determination with respect to: workplace training of 2 years, work experience in a relevant field of 2 years, or two short courses lasting at least 3 months each in relevant fields.
  • Any other qualifications that may be determined by senate recognizing prior learning leading to equivalents of the identified criteria, experience and skills of learners.
  • A bachelor's degree from an institution recognized by Senate.
  • Additional criteria for admission to the Bachelor of Economics and Statistics: a holder of a diploma or professional qualification should be in the areas of Economics and Statistics or their equivalents and must also have knowledge of mathematics and English Language.

Njia za vitengo na udahili

Chunguza jinsi masomo yako ya awali au uzoefu wa kitaalamu unavyoweza kutambuliwa kuelekea sifa hii kupitia mfumo wetu wa RPL.

Muundo wa programu

The programme shall be offered in 8 semesters and at least 8 weeks of industrial attachment after semester 6 (Year 3 Semester 2). The minimum total courses for the programme are 52. The minimum total course credit hours required for graduation is 156 hours. The programme shall normally extend for a period of four (4) academic years of two semesters each. Year one covers introductory topics in Economics and Statistics where learners are expected to take all core courses and two University Common Courses. Year two covers Intermediate concepts where learners are expected to take all core courses. Year three covers advanced concepts where learners are expected to take all core courses and at least ONE elective in each Semester. Year four covers advanced concepts in the level of transferability of skills where students are expected to take all core courses and at least ONE elective in each Semester.

Njia za tathmini

  • Excellent; 70-79
  • Good; 60-69
  • Average; 50-59
  • Pass; Below 40
  • Fail. Upon completion of the programme, candidates are awarded degrees with the following classifications: 80-100 First Class Honours; 70-79 Second Class Honours

Fursa za kazi

- Dynamic professionals with knowledge, skills and attitude competences geared towards solving present and emerging social-economic realities through research, modelling and economic analysis to inform policy and practice

Kituo cha maombi

Muda wa kawaida

4 years (8 semesters) plus at least 8 weeks of industrial attachment

Hali ya utoaji

Online

Ada

KES 79,000 / Year

≈ USD 669+10% Intl.

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