Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Financial Economics

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Financial Economics at the University of Sierra Leone is an undergraduate program designed to equip students with strong analytical, quantitative, and financial management skills. The program bridges economics and finance, preparing graduates to analyze financial markets, evaluate economic policies, and make informed financial and economic decisions in both public and private sectors.

Career Opportunities:

Financial Economist

Economic Analyst

Investment or Portfolio Analyst

Risk Management Specialist

Banking and Finance Officer

Policy Analyst (Public or Private Sector)

Economic Consultant

Financial Planning and Advisory Officer

Graduate Studies or Professional Certification Candidate (e.g., CFA, CPA, ACCA)

Graduates are prepared for employment in banks, financial institutions, government ministries, research institutions, NGOs, corporations, and for further postgraduate studies in finance, economics, or related fields.

The minimum entry requirements for this faculty are 5 (five) credits at GCE 'O' Level/WASSCE, with C6 or better in English Language, C5 or better in Mathematics, plus C5 or better in the following subjects: Cost Accounting, Financial Accounting, or Economics in not more than two sittings.