Course summary

OVERVIEW Businesses and governments rely on economists to help them examine issues, identify trends and deal with financial uncertainty. By studying our BA/BSc (Hons) Economics degree, you’ll explore how organisations and individuals invest and allocate their resources. Throughout the course, we’ll encourage you to think about choices people make and how those decisions affect every aspect of our lives. You’ll explore everything from employment to distribution of wealth and government spending to international trade. We work in partnership with local government and business leaders to make sure our teaching tackles the most current challenges. This will help you understand more about the global business environment and the role economists play. Teaching influenced by experience We have an outstanding group of leading academics and lecturers who have had successful careers in industry before teaching. You’ll be part of a department that celebrates diversity in its staff and students. We have a large number of female staff within a discipline traditionally thought to be male-dominated. This enables us to provide you with a transformative educational experience. FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Triple accredited – our business school holds the globally recognised trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world.

• Pick your path – after year one, decide whether you want to achieve a BA or BSc. The BSc route is a brilliant option if you want to specialise in quantitative economics.

• Choose a placement or study abroad – the course offers real flexibility as you will enrol on the three year course and then decide if a placement or overseas study is right for you once you have started your studies.

• Explore the latest issues – you’ll go beyond mainstream economics exploring non-conventional approaches.

• Supporting you in person and online - We offer student support initiatives including drop-in sessions, lecture recordings and dedicated support, both on and offline.

• Enhance your employability – through activities including internships, volunteering or learning a new language. With our award-winning ‘Rise at Manchester Met’ programme you can gain extra academic credits towards your degree.

• Benefit from regular events – join us at professional development weeks, guest lectures and masterclasses and network with employers (both in person and online) looking to hire graduates.