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UndergraduateAnglia Ruskin University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Study the principles of business management alongside economic theory and practice, and gain an understanding of the ‘bigger picture’. If you aspire to a successful business career, but also want to gain a wider appreciation of the science of economics and how it influences business practice on the ground, this is the course for you. You’ll discover how economic theories apply to real world business decisions preparing you with the skills and knowledge for climb the ladder in the workplace. At the same time, you’ll explore big, up-to-the-minute ideas and debates in economics. Why ARU?
- Study a unique combination of management theory and economic factors.
- Debate big ideas and current topics, fostering critical thinking and intellectual curiosity.
- Get hands-on with real-world economic and business challenges, gaining valuable experience.
- Explore subjects from sustainability in business to applied economics and financial economics.
- Prepare for roles such as Business Analyst, Economic Consultant, Policy Advisor and Management Consultant.
- Develop critical thinking, analytical skills and the ability to interpret data for business decision-making.
Modules
Year 1: Foundation in business Year 2: Elevate 1: How to do Business (30 credits) Into ARU Applied Economic Mathematics and Statistics (30 credits) Organisational Behaviour and AI (Future of Work) (30 credits) International Business and Market Dynamics (15 credits) Financial Environment and Analysis (15 credits) Year 3: Elevate 2: Entrepreneurship and Consultancy (30 credits) Global Political Economy (15 credits) Micro and Macro Economics (30 credits) Introduction to Econometrics (30 credits) Ruskin Module (15 credits) Year 4: Applied Economics (30 credits) Sustainability and Responsible Business (30 credits) Behavioural Economics (30 credits) Undergraduate Major Project (30 credits)
Assessment method
Our first-year modules are designed to develop the knowledge you already have, and give you a broad understanding of the key concepts of business and organisational management. In Year 2, as well as continuing to build your business knowledge and skills, you’ll learn about econometrics, and micro and macro economics. In your third year, you’ll explore applied and behavioural economics, and sustainability and responsibility in business. You’ll also undertake your major project – a substantial piece of research and/or product development work on a relevant topic of your choice.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L105
- Institution code:
- A60
- Campus name:
- Cambridge Campus
- Campus code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
GCSE/National 4/National 5
If you have achieved at least grade E in one A level, or equivalent, you are exempt from the two years post-GCSE study requirement, but you still must meet the GCSE requirements. Applicants who do not meet the two years post GCSE study at level 3 may be considered based on their satisfactory employment history, which must be a minimum of two years full time employment supported by employer evidence and deemed appropriate by the University for meeting the course of study applied for.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/business-economics#entry_requirements
English language requirements
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £5760 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5760 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5760 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5760 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £5760 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £5760 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
https://aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-university/help-with-finances/undergraduate
https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/tuition-fees
Provider information
Anglia Ruskin University
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Cambridge
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