Department of Economics

The Department of Economics is one of the pioneering departments established alongside the founding of the College of Economics – Derna in 1991. The department aspires to develop highly specialized economic professionals who are well-qualified to enter the field of economics with effectiveness and competence. It focuses on equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to meet career challenges and adapt to potential changes across various economic fields. This is achieved through the provision of educational programs that emphasize economic aspects and align with labor market needs, enabling students to acquire a wide range of knowledge and skills. To obtain the Bachelor's degree in Economics, students must successfully complete 45 compulsory courses as part of a four-year academic program (eight regular semesters)

The Department of Economics aspires to achieve leadership and excellence in delivering educational and knowledge-based services that align with the vision of the college, the university, and the broader community.

To adopt educational programs, research activities, and training initiatives focused on all aspects of economics, with the aim of developing specialized human resources capable of providing economic consultancy and preparing feasibility studies for investment projects at a high level of quality, while also contributing to the service and development of the local community.

• To provide a modern educational environment and a suitable academic atmosphere that contribute to graduating qualified individuals aligned with the ambitions of the department and college, while meeting the needs of society. • To prepare and qualify graduates capable of fulfilling labor market demands with specialized academic skills that can enhance the national economy. • To continuously update the academic program to keep pace with the latest developments in the field of economic education. • To promote a culture of scientific research among students and faculty members and to participate in academic events and scientific conferences at both local and international

High school diploma with a minimum GPA of 75%, passing the personal interview, passing written tests if any, submitting all required documents within specified deadlines.