Program Overview
This BA (Hons) Business Economics program provides a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and their application in business. Emphasizing quantitative skills, economic reasoning, and employability skills, it equips students for careers in business, finance, and the civil service. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in globally renowned organizations, and the program highlights the importance of economics in understanding the world and its impact on businesses.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This BA (Hons) Business Economics degree aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and their application in contemporary business environments. The program emphasizes the development of quantitative skills, economic reasoning, and analytical abilities to analyze real-world problems and policies. Students will gain proficiency in various quantitative techniques and learn to apply economic tools to understand the impact of national and global issues on business performance. The program also focuses on developing essential employability skills, including digital software and applications, writing, presenting, and teamwork.
Teaching:
The program is taught by leading experts in their respective fields. Students will have access to modern facilities, including a Trading Room, which provides a simulated experience using the same information platform employed by leading decision-makers in finance, business, and government.
Careers:
The Business Economics degree opens up a wide range of career opportunities for graduates in areas such as business, finance, and the civil service. Graduates are well-prepared for professional roles like business analyst, audit associate, and financial analyst in globally renowned organizations, including Deutsche Bank, KPMG, and PwC.
Other:
The program emphasizes the importance of economics in understanding the world and the impact of economic factors on businesses. It highlights the relevance of economic skills and competencies in the aftermath of the financial crisis and the coronavirus pandemic. The program also emphasizes the development of essential employability skills, including digital software and applications, writing, presenting, and teamwork.
