Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Programme Background and Rationale
This programme is intended to produce qualified professionals (economists) in economic studies to serve the community through provision of services to public and private sectors. The programme is designed to respond to the country’s growing demand for a self-sufficient economy. This programme will produce high level professionals in Economics who can contribute to the Somali community’s effort to realize sustainable economic development and strong political position in the horn of Africa. The programme provides students with a complete basis for professional development and for further education in economics through courses and research work.
Prorgamme Objective
General Objective
The main objective of this programme is to produce highly qualified manpower in the field of economics, with a concrete knowledge of economic theories, principle and models as applied to development issues, natural resources, and other socio-economic matters relating to Somaliland and to developing countries in particular, and the world in general.
Specific Objectives
By the end of the programme, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate concrete understanding of the major economic theories, principles, and models and of their application in the study and practice of economics.
- Demonstrate a detailed grasp of the methodologies of economists and the capacity to perform economic analysis of relevant economic policies at local and international level.
- Display broad understanding of the evolution of economic thought and how this has impacted and continues to impact on the present and future practices of economics at all levels.
Display a complete and update knowledge of the dynamics of economics of the contemporary world.
Programme Duration
The programme shall run on a semester basis consisting of four semesters each lasting 17 weeks, or part-time basis as appropriately structured by the Faculty of Economics and Political Science and department of economics, and approved by Senate.
Programme Modalities
The programme shall be conducted by course work, examinations and project, based on credit units. The last two weeks of each semester of each academic year shall normally be used for end-of-semester examinations. Further,
- A student shall take foundation/general courses in English, mathematics, science, Arabic, Islamic studies during the first one year in the freshmen. The freshman year also acts as a gateway to full admission into the bachelor of Economics programme.
- By the end of junior year, a student may be required to attend at least 300 hours of internship in a real work environment.
- A student shall come up with a well-written project in the area of economics during the senior year of study.
Curriculum Plan
The programme shall run on semester basis consisting of eight (8) semesters, each lasting 17 weeks in a period of four (4) academic years, whether on full time, part- time, or on sandwich, and online, as structured by the faculty of Economics and Political Science, and department of economics, and approved by the senate.
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FRM 6111 | Introduction to reading | 45 | 0 | 45 | 3 | ||
FRM 6112 | Introduction to writing | 45 | 0 | 45 | 3 | ||
FRM 6113 | Introduction to biology | 30 | 45 | 75 | 3 | ||
FRM 6114 | Arabic language | 45 | 0 | 45 | 3 | ||
FRM 6115 | Pre-calculus | 45 | 0 | 45 | 3 | ||
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| 210 | 45 | 255 | 15 | ||
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FRM 6121 | English academic reading | 45 | 0 | 45 | 3 | ||
FRM 6122 | Islamic studies | 30 | 45 | 75 | 3 | ||
ECN 6121 | Introduction to economics | 30 | 45 | 75 | 3 | ||
ECN 6122 | Statistics for economists I (Descriptive statistics) | 45 | 0 | 45 | 3 | ||
ECN 6123 | Introduction management | 45 | 0 | 45 | 3 | ||
ECN 6124 | Financial accounting, I (Fundamentals of financial accounting) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
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| 270 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 18 |
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ECN 6211 | Microeconomics I (Principles of microeconomics) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6212 | Macroeconomics I (Principles of macroeconomics) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6213 | Statistics for Economists II (Probability and inferential statistics) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6214 | Mathematical economics I (Introduction to economic modeling) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6215 | Introduction to political science | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6216 | Financial accounting II (Accounting system for merchandizing and internal control) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
Total |
| 270 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 18 |
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ECN 6221 | Microeconomics II (Intermediate microeconomics) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6222 | Macroeconomics II (Aggregate economics and the economy) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6223 | Mathematical Economics II (Optimization and partial differentiation) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6224 | Introduction to marketing | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6225 | International Economics I | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6226 | Sociology | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
Total |
| 270 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 18 |
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ECN 6311 | Industrial economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6312 | Agricultural economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6313 | Development economics I (Theory and principles) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6314 | Commercial law | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6315 | Public finance | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6316 | Labor economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
Total |
| 270 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 18 |
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ECN 6321 | Introduction to computer application in economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6322 | Developmental economics II (Global economy) | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6323 | Diplomacy, theory and practice | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6324 | International Economics II | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6325 | Islamic Commercial law | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN 6326 | History of economic thought | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
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| 270 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 18 |
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ECN6411 | Introduction to econometrics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6412 | Research methods for economists | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6413 | Islamic banking and finance | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6414 | Natural recourse and environmental economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6415 | Project planning and analysis in economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6416 | Monetary economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
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| 270 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 18 |
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ECN6421 | Islamic economic theory | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6422 | Managerial economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6423 | Senior essay in economics | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6424 | International relations | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
ECN6425 | Somaliland economy | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 3 |
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| 225 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 225 | 18 |
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General Regulations
General University regulations and guidelines for undergraduate programmes shall apply with regard to application, registration, teaching, learning, examinations, research and graduation. A student is required to sign a memorandum of understanding during the registration process on pre-scribed forms.
Admission Requirements
This Bachelor of Arts in Economics program is best suited for students with high analytical thinking to qualify for admission into the degree of Bachelors of Arts in Economics, an applicant shall:
- Hold a Somaliland GCSE of at least Grade “C”, or its equivalent from a recognized examination body.
- Successfully complete a one-year freshman programme at Amoud University, and attained a GPA of at least 2.00.
- Meet other conditions as spelt out by the faculty of economics and political science, and the department of economics, with approval of Senate.
Enrolment Types
There shall be three (3) categories of enrolments as follows:
- Full-Time Day face-to-face enrolled students who shall attend classes between 7.30 am 4.30 pm from Saturday to Thursday.
- Full-Time Evening face-to-face enrolled students who shall attend classes between 4.00 pm and 10.00 pm from Saturday to Thursday.
- Sandwich, part-time, and other modes enrolled students who shall attend classes during specific periods as specified by the Faculty of Science and department of Economics, and approved by Senate.
Staff, Facilities and Equipment
The programme has adequate resources in terms of staff, teaching facilities, and time. The programme is managed by qualified staff with an expert in basically each course. There are adequate modern facilities and equipment for use in the programme. The main library has over 200 collections of relevant titles in economics. The Faculty of Economics and Political Science also runs a mini library and a book bank with relevant and specialized texts in economics. The faculty has adequate lecture halls and reading spaces that can accommodate all students at all times.
The programme of Bachelor of Arts in Economics is sustained largely by funds from tuition fees and other relevant levies. The student must show proof of ability to pay tuition fees on time before being enrolled into the programme. There are no special funding arrangements for the students enrolled in the programme of Bachelors of Arts in Economics. However, if and when, additional funds are available, they shall be dispensed according to the university financial policies.
General Regulations
General University regulations and guidelines for undergraduate programmes shall apply with regard to application, registration, teaching, learning, examinations, research and graduation. A student is required to sign a memorandum of understanding during the registration process on pre-scribed forms.
Admission Requirements
This Bachelor of Arts in Economics program is best suited for students with high analytical thinking to qualify for admission into the degree of Bachelors of Arts in Economics, an applicant shall:
- Hold a Somaliland GCSE of at least Grade “C”, or its equivalent from a recognized examination body.
- Successfully complete a one-year freshman programme at Amoud University, and attained a GPA of at least 2.00.
- Meet other conditions as spelt out by the faculty of economics and political science, and the department of economics, with approval of Senate.
Enrolment Types
There shall be three (3) categories of enrolments as follows:
- Full-Time Day face-to-face enrolled students who shall attend classes between 7.30 am 4.30 pm from Saturday to Thursday.
- Full-Time Evening face-to-face enrolled students who shall attend classes between 4.00 pm and 10.00 pm from Saturday to Thursday.
- Sandwich, part-time, and other modes enrolled students who shall attend classes during specific periods as specified by the Faculty of Science and department of Economics, and approved by Senate.