BA · Business & Economics
BA Economics
- Qualification
- BA
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Ashanti
Overview
BA Economics at KNUST gives you a rigorous understanding of markets, national economies, development and the decisions that shape businesses and societies. The programme is valuable in Ghana because it prepares you to analyse economic challenges in areas such as inflation, employment, public finance, industry and sustainable development.
What you will study
You study microeconomics, macroeconomics, mathematics, statistics, econometrics, development economics, international economics, public finance and monetary economics. You learn to interpret data, build economic arguments, conduct research, evaluate policies and apply analytical tools to business and national problems.
Career prospects
You can pursue roles such as economist, policy analyst, financial analyst, business analyst, research officer, data analyst or investment analyst. Potential employers include the Bank of Ghana, Ghana Statistical Service, Ministry of Finance, commercial banks, energy and mining companies, consulting firms and development organisations, with international pathways to institutions such as the African Development Bank and World Bank.
Who this programme may suit
You are suited to this programme if you are analytical, curious about society and willing to work with mathematics and evidence. Students who enjoy problem-solving, research, public policy and explaining complex ideas clearly often excel.