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Faculty of Social Sciences

Department of Economics

Programmes

BSc Economics Specialisation in Planning and Policy

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About the Programme

Planning is an important part of the management process for both private and public sector agencies. Decisions such as where to locate operations, potential market size and entry into new markets are a critical element of building a sustainable business enterprise. This programme exposes students to the economic tools used to optimize decision-making and planning.

What Will I Study?

Exposes students to the economic tools used to optimize decision-making and planning.

Research

The Department of Economics specialises in a wide range of research. Please click here for more details. 

Career Opportunities

  • Economist
  • Lecturer
  • Researcher
  • Planning & Policy Analyst

Why Study in Barbados

The Department of Economics at The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, plays a key role in training the next generation of decision-makers. The Department’s teaching incorporates local, regional and international perspectives and has a global reach.  According to RePEc (Research Papers in Economics), the Department of Economics is ranked in the top 10% of Economic Institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Many former students in the Department have gone on to pursue careers in finance (e.g. commercial banks, international banks, finance companies), to name a few. Additionally, careers can also be found in industry, government and international financial institutions, (Inter-American Development Bank, Caribbean Development Bank, International Monetary Fund) among others.  As part of The UWI's effort to build our ideal graduate, The UWI provides an international learning experience for our students.

The excellent teaching we provide, coupled with our beautiful environment and our warm and friendly people, the Department of Economics at Cave Hill Campus, truly makes students consider us a home away from home.

Additional Information

Please click the links below for more information on scholarships and internships opportunities. 
  • Central Bank of Barbados Scholarship
  • Cidel Bank & Trust Inc. Scholarship
  • Enterprise Growth Fund Limited Scholarship
For further details on scholarships. Please click here.

At a Glance

  • Degree Level: Undergraduate
  • Qualification: BSc
  • Duration: Part Time: Five (5) years Full Time: Three (3) years

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Programme Details

For more 2022-2023 programme details please click here.

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