Business Economics BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Stoke-On-Trent
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Stoke-on-trent
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Duration
3 Years
Understand the economic theory and practice behind business success. Our degree helps you develop into a skilled economist who can add value to any company.
If you enjoy unraveling data, calculating formulae and are interested in society, then economics is the ideal sector for you. As a social science, our economic course brings together factors that influence important issues – such as our wealth and wellbeing.
A degree in economics opens up many paths. In business, economics can help generate strategies for the future, helping companies prepare for the long term in a logical way.
As you learn more about economic concepts and principles, you’ll develop an analytical way of thinking – perfect for any organisation.
You’ll develop the practical skills and tools employers value.
Our course has strong links with many businesses and the Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce. From being a researcher in a local business to a consultant on a partnership project, you’ll gain experience from our practical teaching.
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About this course
UCAS Tariff points: 120
A levels: BBB
BTEC: National Diploma DMM
Entry Point Specific Requirement: at least 5 GCSE subjects including Grade B in Maths and Grade C in English
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Subjects
- Economics
- Business Economics
- Team Training
- International
Course programme
Year 1 (Core)
Management Skills (Enhancing your Career and Personal Success)
Resourcing the Organisation
Analysing Business and Environmental Information 1
Business Mathematics and Quantitative Methods
Year 2 (Core)
Analysing Business and Environmental Information 2
Econometrics 1
Economic Policy (Microeconomic Policy and Macroeconomic Policy)
History of Economic Thought
Money, Banking and the Financial System
Professional Choice (Option)
Year 2 (Options)
The Business of War and Terrorism
The TRIAD (EU, USA and Japan) and International Business
Optional placement year in industry at the end of year 2.
Year 3 (Core)
Applied Economics to Business Research
Strategic Management in Organisations
Globalisation and International Institutions
Business Psychology and Consumer Economics
Professional Choice (Option)
Year 3 (Options)
The Role of Emerging Economies in International Business
Econometrics 2
Sustainable Business
Throughout the course, you’ll be supported by a knowledgeable and friendly team. You’ll benefit from the guidance of course tutors and the insight of visiting business experts. We also make sure that you stay up-to-date with the latest news through guest speakers from a wide range of industries.
Different people learn in different ways. To help everyone get the most out of their studies, we teach students through a blend of:
Lectures
Guest speakers
Tutorials
Workshops
Seminars
Virtual Learning Environment online
Teamwork is essential in a business so you’ll work in a team on group assignments such as presentations and projects. You’ll learn how every member of a team is valuable and make friends in the process.
We make sure you gain practical experience while learning. During the course, you’ll have the opportunity to complete a placement. You’ll work in a real business so you can hone and practice your marketing knowledge. Having this experience will teach you crucial skills in the work place as well as help your employability after you graduate.
Business Economics BSc (Hons)