Course summary

Do you want to learn how the global economy affects a business’s chances of success? This course in business economics will help you to understand the repercussions the wider economy can have on day-to-day business operations and to help business owners prepare for the impact. Designed to give you a solid theoretical basis, the course will also equip you with skills that will give you an edge in business. This is a gateway course, which can launch your career in business economics without the need for a degree in a heavily mathematical subject. You do not need prior knowledge of business or economics to apply. What you'll study In this course, you will delve into the intricacies of business and economics in a globalised world, gaining a comprehensive understanding of contemporary issues that shape these fields. This will equip you with the professional skills necessary to embark on a fulfilling career. You will examine core concepts in business and economics, as well as topical subjects, including: • analytical skills in economics • economics of climate change • economics of financial markets • behavioural economics • international economics • economic decisions faced by businesses and managers • how to analyse the economic and social environment that informs those decisions. The course includes a diverse range of modules to help you find your specialism, identify your career goals, and work towards them. Once you graduate, you will be able to focus on a particular business area. For your final year dissertation, you have the exciting opportunity to choose between a traditional academic dissertation or an investigative final project. The latter option allows you to tackle practical business economics-related problems, applying the knowledge and skills you've acquired throughout the course to real-world scenarios.