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Economics and Management BSc

Aston University, United Kingdom

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Course Overview

The Economics and Management BSc program at Aston University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of economics and management. The program covers various topics such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, quantitative methods, and business strategy. Students will also have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as international trade, economic development, and financial management. This program is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in economics, management, or related fields.

Additional Information

Aston University is a top-tier institution with a strong reputation for academic excellence. The university has a diverse student body and faculty, providing a global perspective on economic and managerial issues. The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing business environment.

Aston University: Where Academic Excellence Meets Practical Relevance

Aston University offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical relevance that sets it apart from other institutions. The university's location in Birmingham, a major UK city, provides access to a thriving economic and cultural hub. Additionally, Aston University has a strong track record of producing graduates who are highly sought after by employers.

Why You Should Study This Course

Studying economics and management at Aston will equip you with both the theoretical and applied understanding you need to excel in your professional life. These skills will help you whether youre interested in careers in different aspects of management or want to run your own business. Studying this course will give you an in-depth understanding of business and strategic decision-making while developing both your analytical and quantitative skills. Knowledge of statistical and experimental methods used in economics is increasingly important for a successful professional career. Theories, models, and methods are brought to life through teaching that focuses on active learning and content that stresses real-world examples and applications. The placement year helps to equip you with highly relevant transferable skills that further increase your value in the graduate labor market. The course will help you to understand the relationships between different parts of an organization, and its interactions with the economic environment. Theories and frameworks in both management and economics education also develop your decision-making skills and your ability to manage teams effectively.

General Eligibility

A Levels- BBB standard offer BBC (with EPQ or Core maths minimum grade B) BCC (Contextual offer)* IB- 31 points overall in the IB diploma with 5,5,5 at HL. A minimum score of 5 in Maths at Standard level. *For details on our Aston Ready contextual offer scheme, please see here.

What You'll Study

1 Final Year

Strategic Management Behavioral Economics Students must choose one module from the following options: Further Topics in Microeconomics Further Topics in Macroeconomics Optional modules: Competition Policy Microeconometrics Macroeconometrics Environmental Economics International Trade Regional and Urban Economics Economics of Entrepreneurship Derivatives

2 Year 1

Introductory Accounting for Business Introduction to Organisational Behaviour Mathematics for Economics Statistics for Economics Introduction to Marketing Management Applied topics in Economics Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics

3 Year 2

Intermediate Macroeconomics Intermediate Microeconomics Business, Government and Society Business Management Simulation Corporate Financial Management Optional modules: Markets, Games, and Strategy Introduction to Econometrics 1 Introduction to Econometrics 2 International Business and Emerging Market Economies International Business Economics Sports Economics and Finance

4 Year 3

You will spend this year in professional placement, or you may choose to take up an international study opportunity at one of our partner institutions. This placement year is compulsory for all UK students.

Language Requirement

IELTS6.5
TOEFL93
PTE65
Duolingo89

If English isn't your first language, either evidence that the master's degree was taught mainly or entirely in English, a minimum TOEFL score of 87 or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall, or an equivalent English language qualification recognized by Aston University is needed. Financial requirement You’ll need to show you have enough money to support yourself - unless you’ve been in the UK with a valid visa for at least 12 months on the date of your application. How much money you need depends on where you will be studying. You’ll need either: £1,334 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London £1,023 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses inside London If you’re applying for the Doctorate Extension Scheme, and you’ve been in the UK for less than 12 months, you need to prove you have a total of £2,668 for courses in London, or a total of £2,046 for courses outside London. If you’re boarding at a residential independent school, you’ll need to pay boarding fees instead. The amount you need to pay will be on your CAS. London means the City of London and the 32 London boroughs.

Programme Information

Course CategoryAccounting, Finance and Economics

Course LevelUndergraduate

Awarding BodyAston University

Campus NameAston University, Birmingham

DurationFull-time, 3 or 4 years

Available IntakeSeptember

IELTS Score6.5

Tuition FeesHome: £9,250, EU/International: £15,950

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