The Bachelor of Economics (BEc or BEcon) is a four-year undergraduate degree in economic theory, econometrics and applied economics. Specialized economics degrees are also offered as a BA (Econ), BSc (Econ), BCom (Econ), BSocSc (Econ); other titles are Bachelor in Economic Sciences (B.Econ.Sc.).
Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Economics in Ghana are:
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi.
University of Ghana, Legon.
Wisconsin International University College, Legon.
Zenith University College, Accra.
Catholic University College of Ghana, Sunyani.
Entry Requirements:
The Minimum Admission Requirement into the University of Cape Coast for WASSCE applicants is aggregate 36.
For SSSCE applicants, the minimum requirement is aggregate 24.
Candidates must have credit passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE respectively.
Three of the six subjects must be core subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies and three must be in relevant electives (which must include Economics and Elective Mathematics).
What can you do with a bachelors in economics?
Common career paths for economics graduates include:
Economist.
Financial risk analyst.
Data analyst.
Financial planner.
Accountant.
Economic researcher.
Financial consultant.
Investment analyst.