Department of Banking and Finance
About the Department
The Department of Banking and Finance is one of the academic departments of Niger Delta University. It provides students with a solid grounding in the theory and practice of banking and finance, combining structured coursework, practical training, and research-based learning.
Through the dedication of its academic staff, the Department continues to produce graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills required to excel in their chosen fields and contribute meaningfully to national development.
Our Mission
The Department of Banking and Finance is committed to providing quality, research-driven education in Banking and Finance that equips students with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and professional competence required to excel in their careers and contribute meaningfully to national development.
Our Vision
To be a leading centre of excellence in Banking and Finance education and research within Nigeria and beyond, recognised for the quality of its graduates and the impact of its scholarship.
Core Values
Academic Excellence
Integrity & Ethics
Critical Inquiry
Innovation
Community Service
Collaborative Spirit
Academic Programmes
Undergraduate
BANKING AND FINANCE
The BANKING AND FINANCE programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Banking And Finance, combining core coursework with research, seminars, and practical engagement. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are valued across academia, the public sector, and industry.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
- Banking And Finance Researcher / Lecturer
- Policy Analyst / Public Service
- Consultant in Banking And Finance-related industry
- Further postgraduate study and research
- Entrepreneurship in Banking And Finance-related ventures
- Non-governmental and international organisations
BANKING AND FINANCE
The BANKING AND FINANCE programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Banking And Finance, combining core coursework with research, seminars, and practical engagement. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are valued across academia, the public sector, and industry.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
- Banking And Finance Researcher / Lecturer
- Policy Analyst / Public Service
- Consultant in Banking And Finance-related industry
- Further postgraduate study and research
- Entrepreneurship in Banking And Finance-related ventures
- Non-governmental and international organisations
Academic Staff
Meet the faculty behind Department of Banking and Finance
Preye Andabai
Senior Lecturer
Egbipatei Apaingolo
Assistant Lecturer
Bina Avery
Lecturer I
Peter Ayunku
Professor
O. Christopher
Professor
Abundance Ebitari
Assistant Lecturer
Gbalam Eze
Professor
Jane James
Assistant Lecturer
Daddy Obah
Assistant Lecturer
Ogho Pughikumo
Associate Professor
Ari Stephen
Lecturer I
Phiemueki Theodora
Lecturer I
Research & Publications
Focus areas and recent work from this department's academic staff
Research Focus Areas
Banking and Finance Theory & Foundations
Core theoretical frameworks and foundational scholarship in Banking and Finance.
Applied Banking and Finance
Practical application of Banking and Finance knowledge to real-world problems and industry needs.
Banking and Finance in the Niger Delta Context
Region-specific research addressing the peculiar challenges and opportunities of the Niger Delta.
Banking and Finance Education & Pedagogy
Advancing how Banking and Finance is taught, assessed, and communicated to the next generation of scholars.
Contact Us
Department of Banking and Finance, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
+234 800 000 0000