JAMB Subject Combination for Business Administration

To study Business Administration in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Mathematics, Economics and one other Social Science or Arts subject (such as Government, Commerce, Financial Accounting, Geography or Business Studies). At O’Level you need five SSCE credit passes including English Language and Mathematics (Economics is usually required), in not more than two sittings.

JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Business Administration

Use of English is compulsory. For Business Administration the other three UTME subjects are:

• Mathematics (compulsory)
• Economics (compulsory)
• One of: Government, Commerce, Financial Accounting, Geography, Business Studies or CRS/IRS

O’Level Requirements for Business Administration

You need a minimum of five (5) SSC credit passes including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings. Economics must also appear among the credits in most institutions, with two more from Commerce, Financial Accounting, Government, Geography, Business Studies or Statistics.

All Business Administration Programmes & Their Subject Combinations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathematics compulsory for Business Administration?

Yes. Mathematics is compulsory at both UTME and O’Level for Business Administration.

Do I need Economics for Business Administration?

Yes. Economics is a compulsory UTME subject and is required at O’Level by most universities.

Can I study Business Administration without Commerce?

Yes. Commerce is only one of several accepted fourth subjects — Government, Financial Accounting, Geography and Business Studies are also allowed.

How many subjects do I combine for Business Administration in JAMB?

Four: Use of English (compulsory), Mathematics, Economics and one approved Social Science or Arts subject.

Requirements are taken from the JAMB brochure and may vary slightly by university — always confirm on the official JAMB IBASS portal before registering.