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Bachelor of Economics
Description:
Economics, as a science concerned with how to employ limited economic resources in order to improve the material life of man and society, occupies an increasing importance at the local, regional and global levels, within the framework of administrative sciences in all its disciplines (business administration, accounting, financial management, marketing, human resources management, management information systems, and operations management) and in its various fields (private and government), an urgent need arises to provide students and researchers with economic knowledge based on quality and content. Providing educational, research and professional services in economic sciences to prepare competitive competencies and contribute to the promotion of the economy and sustainable national development in a renewed and inspiring environment conducive to research, innovation and partnership.
Eligible Applicants
Students
Degree
Bachelor
School level
University study
Place of study (female students)
Years of study
4 years
Study period
Morning
Number of Credit Hours
132
Credits required for graduation
132
Tuition fees
free of charge
Preference Mechanism for Admission
Secondary school
%30
General Aptitude Test
%30
Achievement test
%40
Educational goals :
1. Assuring the quality of education in the program
2- Raising the merit, competitiveness and professionalism of students
3- Supporting and encouraging scientific and applied research and innovation to promote sustainable development
4. Strengthening community service and local partnership with the business sector
Learning outcomes :
1- Knowledge and understanding
Deep and advanced understanding of the basic concepts, principles and theories of economics: A graduate with the ability to understand and explain basic economics practices, processes, terminology, and research methods.
2. Skills
Effective interpersonal skills: A graduate who possesses verbal and written communication skills for topics related to the field of economics
Research, Analysis and Problem Solving Skills: A graduate who is able to exercise research and investigative methods to evaluate and think critically about issues and problems in the field of economics.
IT utilization skills: A graduate who possesses the skills to use information technology, databases and computer applications to process, analyze and produce data and information to make the necessary economic decisions
3- Values, autonomy and responsibility:
Career and leadership readiness: A graduate who has the ability to work effectively in a team and can create a positive impact in the work environment.
Familiarity with professional ethics: A graduate who possesses academic integrity, specialized ethics and the ethics of the profession for which he/she is qualified. Participation in finding constructive solutions to societal issues and commitment to responsible citizenship.
Career opportunities:
Career opportunities for the Money Economy and Financial Institutions program in the public and private sectors include
1- Economic and Financial Analyst/Assistant Economic and Financial Analyst
2- Controller/Assistant Controller
3- Jobs in government and private research centers
4. Academic careers
5. Administrative functions
6. Functions of the relevant ministries
7. Islamic Banking and Banking Functions
8. Jobs in Consulting and Economic Studies Offices
9- Investment Company Jobs
10. Specialist (Customs; Organization and Management Development; Project Management; Inventory Control; Service Management; Business Intelligence)
11. Director (Strategic Planning; Institutional Development; Economic Development; Administrative Management)
12- Entrepreneurship) Investor in the stock market / derivatives market / foreign exchange market / bond market)
13. Other professions and jobs related to the specialty.