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Course summary
Curious about how businesses and economies shape the world? This fascinating degree blends business insight with economic understanding to explore the challenges facing organisations and societies today. You’ll study how businesses function, how markets operate, and how economic forces influence decisions – from local policies to global trade. Along the way, you’ll learn to interpret data, think critically, and communicate persuasively. Whether you're passionate about finance, sustainability, strategy or policy, you'll build the skills to lead, influence, and innovate. With a strong analytical mindset and practical expertise, you’ll be ready to thrive in a fast-moving business and economic landscape. Key features of this course
- Learn how business and economics shape decisions, policy, and society
- Apply economic theory to real-world challenges and global trends
- Build skills in data analysis, strategy, and critical thinking
- Discover how organisations, markets, and economies interact
- Prepare for careers in business, finance, policy, and consultancy
Modules
This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits. You’ll start Stage 1 with an introduction to business and management and gain the necessary grounding in economics and personal finance. Next, in Stage 2, you’ll study an organisation's essential functions and look at economics from macro and microeconomics perspectives. Finally, in Stage 3, you’ll study strategic management and use theories in economics to analyse global issues.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £23352 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £21996 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7632 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £7440 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7872 | Whole course |
| EU | £24552 | Whole course |
| International | £24552 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £24552 | Whole course |
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
Fee information is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2026. Fees typically increase annually.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ