- Social Sciences
- 200 level
- 228 pages
- 5 units
This course provides an in-depth analysis of the Nigerian economy, building upon concepts introduced in DES 215. It explores the structure, contributions, and challenges of key sectors including infrastructure, trade, commerce, and the private and public sectors. The course evaluates past and present government plans, policies, and programs and their impact on economic development. It also examines economic cooperation and integration within West Africa and Africa at large.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 260 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of DES216, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
DES216 · Module1 - Unit 1: GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND PERFORMANCE OF THE INFRASTRUCTURAL/SERVICE SECTOR
Against this background, Ayodele (1986) sees the problems of economic development in Nigeria as the problem of poor development and management of its socio-economic infrastructure, inspite of Nigeria’s vast potential in economic development resources.
What you should be able to do
- Analyze the structure and performance of key sectors in the Nigerian economy.
- Evaluate government policies and programs and their impact on economic development.
- Discuss the challenges and opportunities for economic growth and development in Nigeria.
- Explain the concepts of economic cooperation and integration.
- Analyze Nigeria's role in regional and international economic organizations.
What it prepares you for
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Development Consultant
- Financial Analyst
- Public Administrator
- Government
- Banking
- Consulting
- International Development
- Research
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Infrastructure/Service Sector1
Unit 4: Transport Subsector
Understanding the intricacies of the transport sector requires grasping complex logistical and infrastructural challenges.
- MODULE 2 - Infrastructural/Service Sector 2
Unit 2: Financial Sector Reforms in Nigeria
Financial sector reforms involve understanding complex policy changes and their impact on various economic agents.
- MODULE4 - Economic Plans, Policies and Programmes 2
Unit 1 Privatisation and Commercialisation
Evaluating the effectiveness of privatization requires analyzing diverse economic and social impacts.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 32 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Infrastructure/Service Sector1
Unit 1: General Characteristics and Performance of the Infrastructural/Service Sector · 2 hours
Read the introduction to understand the dimensions, features, and significance of infrastructure.. Evaluate the general performance of the service/infrastructural sector.. Assess the mode of financing and management of infrastructure in Nigeria..
- Week 2Module 1: Infrastructure/Service Sector1
Unit 2: Communication Subsector · 2 hours
Trace the history of the communication industry in Nigeria.. Highlight the structure of the communication subsector.. Appraise the contribution of the communication subsector to the national economy.. Enumerate the problems besetting the communication sector..
- Week 3Module 1: Infrastructure/Service Sector1
Unit 3: Public Utility Subsectors · 2 hours
State the importance of electricity and water.. Describe the structure of the electricity and water agencies.. Evaluate the contribution of the public utility sector to GDP..
- Week 4Module 1: Infrastructure/Service Sector1
Unit 4: Transport Subsector · 2 hours
Highlight the significance of transportation to the Nigerian economy.. Trace the evolution and development of transportation in Nigeria.. Evaluate the general performance of the transport sector.. Summarize the features of Road, Rail, Air and Water transport in Nigeria..
- Week 5MODULE 2 - Infrastructural/Service Sector 2
Unit 1: Finance Subsector · 2 hours
Define concepts of finance and financial system.. Identify the functions of various financial institutions.. Appraise the performance of the financial sector in contribution to the GDP..
- Week 6MODULE 2 - Infrastructural/Service Sector 2
Unit 2: Financial Sector Reforms in Nigeria · 2 hours
Highlight some important reform interventions in the financial sector.. Evaluate the effect of these reforms on the growth of small and medium scale industries..
- Week 7MODULE 2 - Infrastructural/Service Sector 2
Unit 3: Education Subsector · 2 hours
Define concept and significance of education.. Describe the structure of the Nigerian educational system.. Assess the funding of education in Nigeria.. Appraise the performance of the education subsector in the Nigerian economy..
- Week 8MODULE 2 - Infrastructural/Service Sector 2
Unit 4: Health Subsectors · 2 hours
Define concepts of health.. Enumerate the levels and responsibilities of health care in Nigeria.. Review the expenditure on health in Nigeria.. Appraise the performance and challenges of the health subsector to the GDP..
- Week 9MODULE 3 - Other Sectors
Unit 1 Trade and Commerce Sector · 2 hours
Profile the scope of general commerce and trade in Nigeria.. Highlight the features and implications of Trans-Saharan, Trans-Atlantic Slave and Colonial Legitimate trades before independence.. Describe the performance of the trade and commerce sector (internal and external trade) after independence..
- Week 10MODULE 3 - Other Sectors
Unit 2 Building and Construction Sector · 2 hours
Define the scope of building and construction sector in Nigeria.. Analyze the performance of the building and construction sector in Nigeria.. Appraise the challenges of the building and construction sector with a view to suggest appropriate remedy measures..
- Week 11MODULE 3 - Other Sectors
Unit 3 The Private Sector · 2 hours
State the types and organizations that make up the private sector in Nigeria.. Analyze the performance of the private sector in Nigeria.. Enumerate the private sector challenges in Nigeria.. Examine government interventions to the private sector..
Unit 4 The Public Sector · 2 hours
Trace the history of public enterprise in Nigeria.. Highlight the necessities for public enterprises in Nigeria.. Discuss the forms and structure of public enterprises in Nigeria..
- Week 12MODULE4 - Economic Plans, Policies and Programmes 2
Unit 1 Privatisation and Commercialisation · 2 hours
State the objectives of privatization.. Define the types and concepts of privatization.. Describe the institutional arrangements and approach to privatization in Nigeria.. Evaluate the privatization program in Nigeria with a view to suggest remedy measures..
Unit 2 Monetisation Policy · 2 hours
Highlight the scope and components of the monetization policy in Nigeria.. Appraise issues in favor and against the monetization policy..
- Week 13MODULE4 - Economic Plans, Policies and Programmes 2
Unit 3 Vision 20: 2020 · 2 hours
Explain the meaning and focus of vision 20:2020.. State the rationale for vision 20:2020.. Discuss the implementation strategy of vision 20: 2020..
Unit 4 Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) · 2 hours
State the Millennium Development Goals and its target.. Appraise the achievements of the MDGs..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all unit learning outcomes and ensure you can address each one.
- Create summary tables comparing the different economic sectors and their contributions to GDP.
- Focus on understanding the objectives and impacts of key government policies and programs.
- Practice analyzing case studies related to economic development in Nigeria.
- Pay close attention to the factors affecting international trade and the balance of payments.
- Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 database concepts
- Practice SQL queries from Units 7-9 weekly
- Review all TMAs
Questions students ask about this course
What is DES216 about?
This course provides an in-depth analysis of the Nigerian economy, building upon concepts introduced in DES 215. It explores the structure, contributions, and challenges of key sectors including infrastructure, trade, commerce, and the private and public sectors. The course evaluates past and present government plans, policies, and programs and their impact on economic development. It also examines economic cooperation and integration within West Africa and Africa at large.
How many units does DES216 have?
DES216, , has 5 units across 5 modules, over 228 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
Is DES216 hard?
DES216 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does DES216 take to study?
About 260 hours of study, spread across its 5 units.
How is DES216 assessed?
DES216 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with DES216?
Economist, Policy Analyst, Development Consultant, Financial Analyst and Public Administrator.