Course Description
This program focuses on economic theory, policy, and analysis, combined with practical I.T. skills for data management and research. It prepares students to understand and solve economic issues in a digital world.
Expectations
Over the 4-year full-time course, students are expected to develop strong analytical, quantitative, and digital skills. A high level of discipline, critical thinking, and the ability to apply economic concepts using technology is essential. Participation in research, policy analysis, and ethical decision-making is emphasized throughout the program.
Market Areas
Graduates can work in financial institutions, government departments, economic research, consultancy firms, NGOs, and data-driven roles in both public and private sectors.
Minimum Requirements
KCSE MEAN GRADE C+ OR HIGHER, (C OR HIGHER
REQUIRED IN MATHEMATICS)
OR
A DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION OR RELATED
COURSE FROM AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION.
OR
IGCSE SIX B’S INCLUDING MATHEMATICS AND ENGLISH
AND A LEVEL 2 PRINCIPAL PASSES AND 1 SUBSIDIARY
PASS
OR
HOLDER OF A RELEVANT DIPLOMA FROM AN
ACCREDITED INSTITUTION AND MINIMUM AGGREGATE
OF C AT KCSE OR O-LEVEL DIVISION III;
OR
HOLDER OF KACE CERTIFICATE WITH A MINIMUM OF
TWO PRINCIPAL PASSES AND A MINIMUM OF A CREDIT
PASS IN MATHEMATICS AT KCE;
OR
HOLDER OF KCSE MEAN GRADE OF C- PLUS A RELEVANT
CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA FROM AN ACCREDITED
INSTITUTION;
OR
HOLDER OF CPA/CPS PART I, CIMA, CIPS, CHRP OR
EQUIVALENT PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION WITH A
MINIMUM AGGREGATE OF C- AT KCSE OR O-LEVEL
DIVISION III;
OR
HOLDER OF A DEGREE FROM AN ACCREDITED
INSTITUTION WITH A MINIMUM OF C- IN KCSE OR
EQUIVALENT;
OR
HOLDER OF QUALIFICATIONS DEEMED TO BE
EQUIVALENT TO ANY OF THE ABOVE.