Bachelor of Economics and Statistics

Programme Code: BE02 | Level of study: Undergraduate
4 Years
online
105,000 per year
School of Business
open

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.

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.

Recognition of Prior Learning

The Open University of Kenya recognizes the value of learning acquired outside formal education settings. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) provides an opportunity for learners to receive credit for relevant knowledge, skills, and competencies gained through work experience, professional training, informal learning, or previous academic studies.

Applicants may apply for RPL by submitting a detailed portfolio and supporting documentation, which will be assessed against the learning outcomes of the course or program. Successful applicants may be granted exemptions or credits, thereby accelerating their academic journey.

This process ensures inclusivity, flexibility, and acknowledgment of lifelong learning, aligning with our commitment to open and accessible education for all.

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Programme Structure

This program fosters learning in the following key domains:

  1. Mastery of fundamental concepts and principles in economics and statistics.
  2. Cultivation of critical, analytical, and problem-solving acumen within the realms of economics and statistics.
  3. Proficiency in the application of statistical methodologies for conducting research in economics, thereby informing policy development and implementation strategies.
  4. Exploration of economic systems, with a keen focus on their applicability in deciphering the evolving socio-economic phenomena encountered in real- world scenarios. 
     

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Fees & scholarships

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Careers

The program lays a robust foundation for diverse and promising career pathways in the domains of economics and statistics, including but not limited to:

  1. Economist
  2. Financial Analyst
  3. Market Research Analyst
  4. Urban Planner
  5. Government Economist/Statistician
  6. Economic Journalist
     

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