Economics with Management
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Program Description
Economics with Management teaches how markets, firms, and managers make effective decisions. Students study microeconomics, macroeconomics, business management, accounting, marketing, and entrepreneurship. The program blends theory with practical work, including data analysis, budgeting, project work, and business planning. Graduates can work as business managers, marketing specialists, human resources officers, financial analysts, or start their own enterprises. Coursework and real-world projects prepare you for jobs in Ghana's public and private sectors, or for further study at university. This program builds analytical thinking, leadership, and hands-on business skills, helping you move confidently into the world of work or enterprise.
Aims & Objectives
Develop the ability to analyze economic and business data using basic statistical methods and Excel.
Master financial planning and budgeting by preparing simple budgets, cash-flow forecasts, and financial summaries.
Understand core management and leadership principles to plan, organise, and run small projects and teams.
Create viable business plans and pitches, demonstrating practical entrepreneurship and market analysis skills.
Why Choose This Program?
Strong career pathways
Graduates can move into roles such as business manager, marketing specialist, HR officer, financial analyst, or start their own business.
Practical, hands-on learning
Coursework includes case studies, group projects, and business plan development that build real workplace skills.
Relevant to the Ghanaian market
Focus on SMEs, local markets, and public sector needs gives practical skills that employers and entrepreneurs in Ghana value.
Good foundation for further study
Prepares students for university programs in business, economics, accounting, and management, and for professional courses.
Skills & Tools
Skills You'll Develop
Use spreadsheets for data analysis, budgeting, financial modelling, and presentation preparation.
Interpret economic indicators and business data to inform decisions, using basic statistics and charts.
Prepare budgets, cash-flow forecasts, and simple financial statements for small businesses or projects.
Apply basic digital marketing methods, including social media promotion and simple analytics to reach customers.
Tools & Resources
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Accounting software such as QuickBooks or Tally
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
Challenges & Tips
Challenges
Difficulty with quantitative methods and statistics
Applying theory to real business situations
Tips & Advice
Attend extra tutorials, practise problems regularly, and use online videos to strengthen skills in math and Excel.
Join school clubs, work on local case studies, and seek small internships to gain practical experience.
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