On this course you'll combine insights from economics with a focus on business economics. This gives you an understanding of the economic context in which modern business operates, helping you gain the skills to develop business strategies in a competitive environment. 

To learn how the economy works from a business perspective you'll study microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic modelling and statistics. You’ll also discover how businesses operate and interact within an economy. You’ll be introduced to the decisions firms need to make in the module The Economics of Business Decision-Making and investigate financial decision making in The Economics of Corporate Finance. 

You’ll also learn about the fundamentals of corporate finance, business strategy and the significance of increasing globalisation, as well as exploring industrial organisation, competition economics and how markets operate. 

You can complement your core studies with optional modules in economics and finance, which cover areas such as labour, public policy, financial markets, derivatives, risk management, history of economic thought, the economics and business of sport, alternative investments, and environmental economics. 

ABOUT

All businesses operate within an economic context. If you aspire to work in business, understanding the insights that can be gained through economic analysis will give you a significant advantage. You’ll learn how to create powerful business strategies and make better business decisions. 
 
By studying economics with a focus on business you’ll develop an understanding of what makes the world tick: how individuals make choices, how those choices create markets, and how markets interact to create national and global economies. You’ll also discover how economic policies can be developed to improve social welfare. 

On this course you'll typically spend between 9-12 months of your third year in a full-time placement, gaining invaluable working experience and employability skills in a relevant area of your choice. Whilst you’ll be expected to secure your own work placement, dedicated staff within the School and the Careers Service will support and assist you throughout the process of searching, applying for, and ultimately gaining a position. Support will also be provided whilst you're on placement and when you return to complete your studies in your fourth (final) year. 

Placements are just one aspect of work-based opportunities available to our students. Over the last few years several of our students have secured internships during their studies at several top companies and organisations including EY, Government Economic Services, Handelsbanken, ONS, Willis Towers Watson and many others. 

PLACEMENT YEAR AND STUDY ABROAD

On this course you will spend nine to 12 months of your third year in a full-time placement, gaining invaluable working experience and employability skills in a relevant area of your choice. 

AFTER THE COURSE

Graduating from the School of Economics, you’ll be able to demonstrate a combination of analytical and interpersonal skills that is highly valued by employers. You’ll be well placed to choose from a wide range of career opportunities, including working as an economist, analyst or in other managerial roles, within economics or business consulting, the Civil Service, investment banking and finance, accounting and auditing, insurance and actuarial work, and international think-tanks and organisations. 

CAREER DESTINATIONS

Career destinations related to your degree include: 

• Economic Analysis 

• Management Consulting  

• Business Leadership 

• Government 

• Accounting and Auditing  

• Financial Services