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Applied Economics (Banking and Financial Markets) MSc – 3 years online
Master
Online
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
3 Years
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
With today’s businesses having to do more with less, implementing economic theory is key. This is why we put the practical application of economics at the heart of our economics degree.
By cutting away the abstract ideas and positioning economics firmly in the real world, we can help you apply advanced economics in your chosen field. Based on such secure foundations, our economics degree is ideal for students, with a good level of numeracy, to learn the core economics techniques they need to progress their career.
As the first university in the UK to offer a master’s in applied economics online, this course gives those unable to interrupt their careers to attend campus, a unique opportunity to make their mark.
About this course
Analyse, interpret and critically evaluate economic data and research
Apply principles to respond to economic and policy issues
Design and implement your own research projects
Use micro- and macro-economics to guide strategic decision-making
Develop the necessary mathematical, statistical and econometrics skills
Acquire research skills to support future commercial or doctoral research
For a step up the career ladder, our online economics degree is ideal, offering essential economics skills that can be applied from day one. Furthermore, our reputation for high-quality research and teaching ensures our graduates are prized by employers.
By undertaking a master’s in applied economics at the University of Bath, you unlock the door to a host of new career opportunities. Some graduates go on to fill vacancies in major banks and financial institutions, while others run public policy for the government or become consultants in the private sector.
The practical components of the course create countless opportunities to develop the essential skills employees expect. That’s one reason why our graduates have such a great employment record.
Typically you should have a first or second class bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent. We welcome applications from those with a 2:2 honours degree (or its international equivalent) in subjects with a high level of economics content
To apply for this course, you must have an undergraduate degree in a social science or business-related discipline such as business administration, finance, accounting, international trade, banking, financial management, public finance or politics
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Subjects
- Economics
- GCSE Mathematics
- Mathematics
- International
- Finance
- English
- Financial Training
- Financial
- Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics
- GCSE Physics
- Biology
- Statistics
- Economic Theory
Course programme
The Applied Economics (Banking and Financial Markets) online MSc curriculum is made up of 15 units totalling 180 credits. Each unit is designed to give you the practical skills to put economics into practice.
Over a minimum period of two years and six months, you must successfully complete all 14 units, plus a project at the end. The units are 8 weeks in duration, and run consecutively. Over the year, there are three short breaks - in December, April and August.
The course begins with an introductory session to help you get to know the faculty team, your fellow students and the Virtual Online Environment.
Units
- Principles of Economics, Maths and Statistics (10 credits)
- Applied microeconomics A (10 credits)
- Applied microeconomics B (10 credits)
- Applied macroeconomics A (10 credits)
- Applied macroeconomics B (10 credits)
- Applied econometrics A (10 credits)
- Applied econometrics B (10 credits)
- Strategic decision making and games A (10 credits)
- Strategic decision making and games B (10 credits)
- Economics of financial institutions (10 credits)
- International monetary policy and institutions (10 credits)
- Financial markets (10 credits)
- Applied financial economics (10 credits)
- Applied research methods (10 credits)
- Master’s project (40 credits)
Applied Economics (Banking and Financial Markets) MSc – 3 years online