11 Economics Degree Programs in Zambia

The programme is an online programme composed of 8 taught modules of 25 credits each, of which five are core modules and three are elective modules relating to a specialist stream, culminating in a research-based dissertation of 40 credits.

During this course, students study basic principles of accounting procedures and concepts. They gain important skills regarding the daily procedures of an accounting department and its management, as well as the ability and confidence to function successfully in key positions within organisations. The course provides all the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career in the fields of Accounting and Finance and has been approved by the ACCA for 9 exemptions from the ACCA professional qualification title of Chartered Certified Accountant. Graduates can also find employment and advance up to executive levels in international organisations.

During this course, students will be able to study basic principles of accounting procedures and concepts. They will gain important skills regarding the daily procedures of an accounting department and its management as well as be able to function successfully in key positions within organisations. The course will enable students to become efficiently equipped with all the necessary skills and knowledge in order to advance in international organizations and achieve positive results when operating in executive positions.

The MBA in accounting and finance through the University of Zambia prepares you for a career in the new age of a global economy. This 2-year intensive course will give you the combined knowledge of an economics and accounting degree, and the practical knowledge that global financial corporations demand.

This course attempts to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and basic economic arguments that are at the heart of health system financing. It provides a brief introduction to the conceptual clarity of health economics with emphasis on practical application to health financing and understanding how health resources are generated, pooled and used. It examines the main financing models of the health system, including health insurance, and their implications for the structure, planning and delivery of services. The course includes 4 modules: i) Principles of economics and health economics, ii) Health market, iii) Health services and resources, and iv) Health care financing. Under each module, there are 3 units and under each unit, 5 description themes. A student will thus have a broad understanding of health economics and its different aspects.

A Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Finance and Accounting with the University of Zambia opens up a world of opportunities. Not only will you graduate with extensive training in corporate accounting, but you will also come away with a sound understanding of critical financial instruments, key influential global institutions and markets, and the technology that drives the modern world of finance.

Consumer behaviour is a field of study that focuses on the individuals, groups and organizations and the processes that the consumers use to choose, procure and use the products or services. Consumer behaviour as a specialized branch of study incorporates the concepts from psychology, sociology, anthropology, marketing, economics, behavioural sciences, decision making science and the core management.

Advance your career with the online Masters of Business Leadership in Finance and Accounting at Mulungushi Ecampus.

Biostatistics provides an introduction to some important topics in biostatistical concepts, measurements, and reasoning. This course provides students with knowledge of statistics and their applications in biomedical sciences. It represents the need and uses of biostatistics in public health and medicine, data measurement scales, graphical and schematic presentations of various data.

In this Accounting and Finance course, the basics of financial statements and all relevant terms are explained as they relate to the three pillars of financial statements – balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement. Analyse the performance of an organisation impacted by four fundamental drives of profitability: asset management, cost management, leverage management, and tax management.

Financial risks are generally classified into market risks. Due to movement in financial prices, credit risks, liquidity risks, cash flow constraints and operational risks which arise from human or technical problems. The course will cover measurement techniques for different types of financial risks and instruments. Describe the financial risk and investment management. Identify the various investment strategies.