Bachelor

Bachelor of Economics

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Economics is a four-year degree that develops rigorous analytical capabilities for understanding markets, economies, and public policy. The program combines microeconomic and macroeconomic theory with quantitative methods, econometrics, and applied economics, equipping graduates to analyse and address PNG's economic challenges.

Year 2 introduces principles of microeconomics, macroeconomics, financial markets, and basic statistics. Year 3 advances into international economics, quantitative economics, applied business statistics, and economic development. Year 4 provides mastery of econometrics, cost-benefit analysis, natural resource economics, environmental economics, and monetary economics — all critical disciplines for a resource-rich developing economy like Papua New Guinea.

The program spans 32 courses across 4 years, totalling 96 credit points.

Entry Requirements

Applicants for the Bachelor of Economics must meet the following requirements:

  • Hold a Grade 12 certificate with passes in English and Mathematics (Advanced or General).
  • Achieve the University's minimum matriculation GPA; strong mathematics performance is advantageous.
  • Applicants with a relevant foundation or diploma qualification may apply for advanced standing.
  • Mature-age applicants with relevant professional experience in banking, government, or development organisations are encouraged to apply.

Course Structure

Year 2

Semester 1

  • 3.20331Principles of Microeconomics
  • 3.20602Financial Markets & Institutions
  • 1.20811Basic Statistics
  • 4.23704Management of Information Services Elective
  • 4.21002Social Development Elective

Semester 2

  • 3.20332Principles of Macroeconomics
  • 4.23904Civics & Ethics
  • 3.20801Business Research
  • 1.10804Fundamentals of Calculus

Year 3

Semester 1

  • 3.30333Advanced Microeconomics
  • 3.20303Quantitative Economics I
  • 3.30315International Economics
  • 4.24015Research Methods I Elective
  • 1.30409Green & Ecological Economics Elective

Semester 2

  • 3.30334Advanced Macroeconomics
  • 3.30304Applied Economics & Business Statistics
  • 3.30303Quantitative Economics II
  • 3.30313Economic Development

Year 4

Semester 1

  • 3.40303Econometrics I
  • 3.40305Cost Benefit Analysis
  • 3.30312Natural Resource Economics
  • 3.30317Public Economics

Semester 2

  • 3.40304Economic Policy
  • 3.40313Environmental Economics
  • 3.30316Labour Economics
  • 3.30305Monetary Economics

Course codes shown are indicative. Please contact the School directly for official course codes and credit information.