Department of Economics
January 19, 2022 2022-01-26 15:32Department of Economics
Overview
The Department of Economics in Kings University is by all parameters one of the finest in the country. The degree programme in Economics in Kings University is premised on the belief that economics finds relevance in almost any conceivable human activities circumscribed by practical issues of scarcity and choice. Hence, the curriculum presents economic, scientific tools for rational decision making at both micro and macro levels; all with a view to facilitating economic policies that can transform developing nations like Nigeria.
The Department offers fascinating arrays of courses that provide theoretical, pragmatic, as well as professional competencies for career across different industries as well as , teaching field and government sector. The rich academic programme provided by the department coupled with exceptional academically and professionally qualified faculty members makes the department one of the most sought-after programmes in the faculty.
Philosophy
The degree programme in Economics in Kings University is premised on the belief that economics finds relevance in almost any conceivable human activities circumscribed by practical issues of scarcity and choice. Hence, the curriculum presents economic, scientific tools for rational decision making at both micro and macro levels; all with a view to facilitating economic policies that can transform developing nations like Nigeria.
Objectives
Vision
To produce seasoned and professionally competent world class economists with the best of integrity
Programmes
| No. | Programme | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | B.Sc. Economics | Learn More |
Admission Requirements
O'Level Requirements: Five (5) SSCE credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics and any two (2) of Arts or Social Science subjects.
UTME Subjects: English Language, Economics, Mathematics and any of Government, History, Geography, Literature in English, French and Christian Religious Studies/Islamic Studies.
Direct Entry: Minimum of 5 points in GCE A’ level, IJMB/JUPEB or Merit in two (2) in two core subjects in NCE or Upper Credit in ND/HND certificate from recognized institution.
Admission Requirements
O'Level Requirements: Five (5) SSCE credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics and any two (2) of Arts or Social Science subjects.
UTME Subjects: English Language, Economics, Mathematics and any of Government, History, Geography, Literature in English, French and Christian Religious Studies/Islamic Studies.
Direct Entry: Minimum of 5 points in GCE A’ level, IJMB/JUPEB or Merit in two (2) in two core subjects in NCE or Upper Credit in ND/HND certificate from recognized institution.
Economektrics Laboratory
A unique Economketrics Laboratory already equipped with over 60 units of personal computers, and modern Econometric software packages such as E-view, Stata etc has already given our graduates a competitive advantage to engage in both academic research at postgraduate levels and also business research at the industry level.
