BSc · Business & Economics
BSc Economics and Industrial Organization
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Western
Overview
You will combine economic theory with the study of how firms compete, organise production and operate within industries. This specialised programme is especially relevant to Ghana’s mining, manufacturing, energy and infrastructure sectors, where efficiency, competition and regulation matter greatly.
What you will study
You study microeconomics, macroeconomics, industrial organisation, econometrics, statistics, operations research and business economics. You also examine market structure, competition policy, pricing, productivity, regulation, project evaluation and data-driven decision-making in industrial settings.
Career prospects
You can work as an industrial economist, market analyst, competition analyst, pricing analyst, economic consultant or policy officer. Employers and sectors may include mining companies such as Gold Fields Ghana and AngloGold Ashanti, energy firms, manufacturing companies, government regulators, consulting practices and development agencies.
Who this programme may suit
You will thrive if you enjoy economics, mathematics, industries, technology and understanding how markets function. You need patience with quantitative work, strong problem-solving ability and interest in Ghana’s industrial development.