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Reflections on Budget Speech 2026 Click to watch leading experts – including the Deputy Minister of Finance – break down and analyse the key insights from the 2026 Budget Speech

Reflections on Budget Speech 2026 Click to watch leading experts – including the Deputy Minister of Finance – break down and analyse the key insights from the 2026 Budget Speech

Professor Uma Kollamparambil elected to serve on the University Council SEF Head of School has been elected to serve on the University Council, marking a proud moment of recognition for exceptional leadership and vision.

Professor Uma Kollamparambil elected to serve on the University Council SEF Head of School has been elected to serve on the University Council, marking a proud moment of recognition for exceptional leadership and vision.

Prof. Jeffrey Sachs visits Wits University Professor Jeffrey Sachs Engages with the Wits Community - Africa's time has come

Prof. Jeffrey Sachs visits Wits University Professor Jeffrey Sachs Engages with the Wits Community - Africa's time has come

SARB Inflation Target Event Discussion Click to Watch how Experts Define SA's Economic Path

SARB Inflation Target Event Discussion Click to Watch how Experts Define SA's Economic Path

Invest | Innovate | Integrate

Invest | Innovate | Integrate

Meet the SEF Find out more about the people proudly contributing to the Wits School of Economics and Finance.

Meet the SEF Find out more about the people proudly contributing to the Wits School of Economics and Finance.

SEF Prize Giving Where Dedication Meets Distinction

SEF Prize Giving Where Dedication Meets Distinction

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About us Steeped in the University’s tradition of scholarship and innovation, the School of Economics and Finance faculty and students bring an exacting, data-driven perspective to the full spectrum of policy concerns. It's this point of view that defines SEF, guiding us as we address today's most complex challenges and nurture a new generation of leaders driven to change South Africa, Africa and the world.

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Research The School is home to skilled academics and researchers, many of whom have gained international recognition for their work.

Leading Chairs

Discover the distinguished leaders who have shaped Wits SEF, from our inaugural chair to the present, each contributing to our legacy of excellence and innovation.

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Explore the impactful collaborations and strategic partnerships that enhance Wits University's global reach and academic excellence.

Undergraduate

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Bachelor of Economic Science

BCom Applied Development Economics

BCom Investments and Corporate Finance

PGDip and Honours

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PGDip Finance (online)

Honours Economic Science

BCom Honours Economics

BCom Honours Applied Development Economics

BCom Honours Finance

Masters and PhD

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Master of Economic Science

MCom Applied Development Economics

MCom Environmental and Energy Economics

MCom in Inequality Studies

MCom Business Finance

PhD in Economics

PhD Health Economics

PhD Applied Development Economics

SOAS-Wits MPhil/PhD programme in Applied Development Economics

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