Do you want to learn how the global economy affects a business’s chances of success? This course in business economics will help you to understand the repercussions the wider economy can have on day-to-day business operations, and to help business owners prepare for the impact.

Designed to give you a solid basis in theory, the course will also equip you with skills that will give you an edge in business.

This is a gateway course, which can launch your career in business economics without the need for a degree in a heavily mathematical subject. You do not need prior knowledge of business or economics to apply.

Popular careers for graduates include consultancy, research and marketing.

On graduation, you could start a career in one of the following areas:

• economic, financial and real estate consultancy
• market and business research
• e-commerce
• marketing, advertising, pr and sales
• the civil service
• intergovernmental organisations
• management positions in the private and public sectors
• entertainment, media and sports businesses