Business Economics bridges the gap between economic theory and business practice. It is a course designed for students who wish to understand market behavior, policy effects, business strategies, and economic structures that influence decision-making in corporate and governmental environments. As the 2025/2026 admission cycle approaches, it’s essential for aspiring students to understand what’s required, including JAMB cut-off mark, admission tips, top institutions, and everything else you need to make a well-informed decision.
General JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Business Economics
For the 2025/2026 academic session, the JAMB cut-off mark for Business Economics typically ranges between 160 and 240, depending on the institution’s competitiveness and academic standard. JAMB has set 140 as the minimum score for universities, but schools are free to set their own departmental benchmarks.
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Top Institutions Offering Business Economics and Their Cut-Off Marks
The table below outlines universities where Business Economics is available, along with their expected JAMB cut-off marks for 2025/2026:
| FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU) | 140 |
| Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU) | 140 |
| Bayero University, Kano (BUK) | 140 |
| Federal University Gashua, Yobe (FUGASHUA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) | 140 |
| Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State (FUD) | 140 |
| Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina (FUDMA) | 140 |
| Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State (FUKASHERE) | 140 |
| Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State (FULAFIA) | 140 |
| Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State (FULOKOJA) | 140 |
| Alex Ekwueme University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State (FUNAI) | 140 |
| Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa (FUOTUOKE) | 140 |
| Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State (FUOYE) | 140 |
| Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State (FUWUKARI) | 140 |
| Federal University, Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) | 140 |
| Federal University, Gusau Zamfara (FUGUS) | 140 |
| Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike (MOUAU) | 140 |
| Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTECH) | 140 |
| National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos (NOUN) | 140 |
| Nigeria Police Academy Wudil (NPA) | 140 |
| Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna (NDA) | 140 |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) | 140 |
| Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU) | 140 |
| University of Abuja, Gwagwalada (UNIABUJA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) | 140 |
| University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM) | 140 |
| University of Benin (UNIBEN) | 140 |
| University of Calabar (UNICAL) | 140 |
| University of Ibadan (UI) | 140 |
| University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) | 140 |
| University of Jos (UNIJOS) | 140 |
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | 140 |
| University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) | 140 |
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) | 140 |
| University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT) | 140 |
| University of Uyo (UNIUYO) | 140 |
| Usumanu Danfodiyo University (UDUSOK) | 140 |
| Nigerian Maritime University Okerenkoko, Delta State (NMU) | 140 |
| Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna (AFIT) | 140 |
| Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) | 140 |
| Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo Benue State (FUHSO) | 140 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, Kebbi State (FUAZ) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Babura, Jigawa State (FUTB) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State (FUTIA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State (FUHSA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State (FUHSI) | 140 |
| STATE UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) | 140 |
| Adamawa State University Mubi (ADSU) | 140 |
| Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba (AAUA) | 140 |
| Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden (AKSU) | 140 |
| Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (AAU) | 140 |
| Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli (COOU) | 140 |
| Bauchi State University, Gadau (SAZUG) | 140 |
| Benue State University, Makurdi (BSU) | 140 |
| Yobe State University, Damaturu (YSU) | 140 |
| Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar (UNICROSS) | 140 |
| Delta State University Abraka (DELSU) | 140 |
| Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki (EBSU) | 140 |
| Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 140 |
| Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) | 140 |
| Gombe State Univeristy, Gombe (GSU) | 140 |
| Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL) | 140 |
| Ignatius Ajuru University of Education,Rumuolumeni (IAUE) | 140 |
| Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) | 140 |
| Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa (SLU) | 140 |
| Kaduna State University, Kaduna (KASU) | 140 |
| Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST) | 140 |
| Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA) | 140 |
| Prince Abubakar Audu University Anyigba (PAAU) | 140 |
| Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU) | 140 |
| Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) | 140 |
| Ondo State University of Science and Technology Okitipupa (OAUSTECH) | 140 |
| Rivers State University (RSUST) | 140 |
| Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye (OOU) | 140 |
| Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU) | 140 |
| Niger Delta University Yenagoa (NDU) | 140 |
| Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) | 140 |
| Plateau State University Bokkos (PLASU) | 140 |
| Tai Solarin University of Education Ijebu Ode (TASUED) | 140 |
| Umar Musa Yar’ Adua University Katsina (UMYU) | 140 |
| Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN) | 140 |
| Taraba State University, Jalingo (TASU) | 140 |
| Sokoto State University (SSU) | 140 |
| Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (YUMSUK) | 140 |
| Oyo State Technical University Ibadan (TECH-U) | 140 |
| Ondo State University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) | 140 |
| Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU) | 140 |
| Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University Ogboko, Imo State (KOMU) | 140 |
| University of Africa Toru Orua, Bayelsa State (UAT) | 140 |
| Bornu State University, Maiduguri (BOSU) | 140 |
| Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology Abeokuta (MAPOLY) | 140 |
| Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) | 140 |
| Zamfara State University (ZAMSUT) | 140 |
| Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) | 140 |
| University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Umuagwo, Imo State (UAES) | 140 |
| Confluence University of Science and Technology Osara, Kogi (CUSTECH) | 140 |
| University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) | 140 |
| Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (DSUST) | 140 |
| Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba (DOU) | 140 |
| Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology Ikere, Ekiti State (BOUESTI) | 140 |
| King David Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State (KDUMS) | 140 |
| Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin (LASUED) | 140 |
| Lagos State University of Science and Technology Ikorodu (LASPOTECH) | 140 |
Admission Requirements for Business Economics
To study Business Economics in Nigeria, students must satisfy both UTME and O’Level requirements. Here’s a breakdown of both qualifications:
- UTME Subject Combination:
- Economics (Compulsory)
- Mathematics
- Any other subject from Government, Commerce, or Geography
- O’Level Subjects (WAEC, NECO, or equivalent):
- Five credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any two from Government, Commerce, or Accounting.
- Post-UTME Screening:
- Most universities conduct Post-UTME tests or screening exercises. Scoring well here is crucial to gaining admission even after meeting the JAMB cut-off.
- Direct Entry Admission:
- Candidates with A-Level passes in Economics and at least one other relevant subject, or holders of ND, NCE, or HND in Business Administration, Economics, or related disciplines may be admitted into 200 level.
Career Opportunities in Business Economics
Graduates of Business Economics are equipped with strong analytical and decision-making skills that are valuable in several industries, and prepare them for the following roles:
- Business Analyst
- Economic Consultant
- Investment Advisor
- Policy Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Financial Consultant
- Corporate Strategist
- Data Analyst
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the least JAMB score I need to study Business Economics?
Most universities accept a minimum of 160 to 180, but competitive institutions may require 220 or above.
Is Business Economics the same as regular Economics?
No. Business Economics focuses more on decision-making in business environments, whereas traditional Economics may be more theoretical.
Can I combine WAEC and NECO results?
Yes. Many universities accept a combination of WAEC and NECO results for O’Level requirements.
Is Mathematics compulsory for Business Economics in JAMB?
Yes. Mathematics is a core subject required in UTME and O’Level.
Do I need to write Post-UTME?
Yes, most institutions require Post-UTME or internal screening, even after meeting the JAMB cut-off.
Can I apply through Direct Entry?
Yes. ND, HND, NCE, or A-Level holders in relevant fields can apply for Direct Entry into 200 level.
Is Business Economics offered in polytechnics?
Not as a direct course. However, similar courses such as Business Administration or Economics can be studied at polytechnics.
How long does the course take to complete?
Business Economics is typically a 4-year course under UTME and 3 years for Direct Entry students.
Are job opportunities in this field available in the public sector?
Yes. Graduates are often employed in government agencies, ministries, and regulatory bodies.
Can I switch to Business Economics if I initially applied for another course?
Possibly. Some universities allow change of course through JAMB CAPS, provided you meet the departmental requirements.
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