Bachelor of Technology, Statistics and Finance

The Bachelor of Technology in Statistics and Finance at Ho Technical University trains students to apply statistical methods to financial decisions. The programme belongs to the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology and sits within the field of engineering and technology. It is designed for SHS leavers who are comfortable with mathematics and interested in how data drives the financial world.

What statistics and finance programmes cover

Programmes of this kind blend statistical theory with financial practice. You learn to collect, analyse, and interpret data, then use it to make decisions about investments, risk, pricing, and business performance. Typical topics include probability, regression analysis, financial markets, portfolio management, and econometrics. The aim is to produce graduates who can turn raw numbers into usable insight for banks, insurance companies, investment firms, and government agencies.

How hard it is to get a place

Entry to this programme at Ho Technical University is less competitive than for some other degree courses. That means there is usually room for more applicants, so meeting the published WASSCE requirements is a good sign you stand a chance. You should still check with the university whether your specific grades qualify.

What graduates end up doing

Most graduates from statistics and finance programmes go into financial analysis, data analysis, risk management, and actuarial work. They work for banks, insurance companies, consultancies, and government statistical services. The combination of quantitative skill and financial knowledge makes them useful wherever large amounts of financial data need to be understood.