

De Montfort University
Business Economics
Study detals
: Bachelor's degree : BA (Hons) Business Economics : Full time : 36 MonthRequirements
English language requirements
If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.
- IELTS 6.0 for Art and Design, Business, Computing and Engineering courses
- IELTS 6.5 for Law courses
- IELTS 6.0-6.5 for Humanities and Media courses
- IELTS 6.5-7.5 for Science courses
Certificate of Secondary School Education
Speciality
Placement fee: £1,850
Pathways Available
International Year One
Additional information
Degree Overview
Economics explains the problem of scarcity and human behaviour that shapes the world we live in, and that businesses operate in. From standards of living to the causes of market crashes, the impact of economics plays a critical role in all our lives.
In this course you will develop proficiency in a variety of quantitative techniques as well as learn how to apply economic reasoning and tools to analyse real world problems and policy. You will also gain the analytical and critical evaluation skills to recognise how national and global issues affect the performance of a business.
You will have an opportunity to build real skills for future employability. This includes state of the art knowledge in digital software and applications, as well as core skills in writing, presenting and teamwork.
You will study a range of modules, including Macroeconomics for Business, Data Modelling and Analytics and International Economics, Sustainability and Emerging Markets which are all taught by leading experts in their fields.
Your study will be supported by our modern facilities including our Trading Room, which will give you a simulated experience on the same information platform used by leading decision-makers in finance, business and government.
Study Reasons
Our Business Economics degree helps to open up a wide range of career opportunities for graduates in areas such business, finance and the civil service.
Economics has been at the centre stage of policy analysis in the aftermath of the financial crisis and the coronavirus pandemic, with sound economic skills and competencies being sought-after in many areas.
Recent graduates have progressed to professional roles such as business analyst, audit associate and financial analyst in globally renowned organisations, including Deutsche Bank, KPMG and PwC.