Programs

Economics and Finance

The Economics and Finance Bachelor's program at Vilnius University equips students with strong foundational knowledge in economics, finance, and data analysis. In today's business world, the ability to interpret and utilize large datasets for informed decision-making is crucial, and this program emphasizes these analytical and statistical skills. It also introduces students to the rapidly growing Fintech sector, covering technology-driven financial products, their regulation, and market trends.

Economics and Finance (BSc)

The Economics and Finance program at HKUST provides a rigorous and comprehensive education at the intersection of these two critical disciplines. It is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in economic theory and advanced financial knowledge and analytical skills. Graduates will be prepared for diverse career paths in finance, economics, public policy, and other related fields, or for further academic pursuits. The program emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application, using case studies, data analysis, and real-world examples. Students will develop critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a global perspective essential for success in today's interconnected economy. HKUST's strong connections with industry and its research-intensive environment offer unique opportunities for students to engage with leading experts and cutting-edge developments.

Economics and Finance BSc (Hons)

This Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Finance is designed to equip you with essential skills for a career in the financial services industry. You will gain a strong foundation in both economic principles and strategic financial insights, preparing you for a wide range of roles. The course covers macroeconomics and microeconomics, along with advanced topics such as trade and risk. You will also develop crucial quantitative skills through mathematics and statistics. The program allows for tailoring your studies through optional modules in specialized areas like labour economics, energy and commodity finance, public economics, and trading strategies. Opportunities to study abroad or undertake a professional placement year are also available to further enhance your career prospects.

Economics and Finance with Data Science

The Bachelor (Laurea Triennale) in Economics and Finance with Data Science provides a comprehensive study of economic and financial principles, integrated with data science methodologies and their practical applications. This program aims to equip students with the analytical and programming skills necessary for emerging roles in economics, economic policy, business leadership, and research. Designed with an international perspective, the entire program is delivered in English. It prepares graduates for advanced master's programs in economics, finance, statistics, actuarial science, and management, or for direct employment. Graduates will be prepared for roles such as basic economic and financial analysts. Potential career paths include positions in insurance, financial services, credit management, consulting firms, international corporations, government bodies, service industries, and research institutions.

Economics and History MA (Hons)

This program offers a unique perspective by combining the study of economics with history. You will learn how societies manage scarce resources to improve outcomes and understand the economic decisions that have shaped our world. The economics component focuses on macroeconomic challenges at national and global levels, as well as the microeconomic behaviour of individuals and businesses. The history component delves into social, cultural, and political history from the early modern to the contemporary period, covering the British Isles, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and India. You will engage with primary sources from the outset and analyze diverse historical evidence, including written and oral materials, maps, visual art, and music, critically assessing how these sources inform our understanding of the past and present debates.

Economics and Human Services, BS

This combined degree program allows students to gain skills and knowledge in both economics and human services, with a focus on how these fields influence each other. You'll study how individuals, businesses, and governments interact at micro and macro levels, and how economic conditions affect individuals, families, and communities. The program emphasizes using economic theory to address societal challenges and leverage data for better public policy. It offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding inequality and the responses of nonprofit and government organizations.

Economics and Investment

This program aims to equip you with the skills to become a qualified economics specialist, meeting the demands of the modern labor market. You will learn to critically analyze information, apply your knowledge creatively to solve economic problems at both organizational and national levels, and operate ethically within your profession. Upon graduation, you will be awarded a Bachelor's degree in Economics, preparing you for diverse roles in various sectors.

Economics and Management

The Economics and Management programme is a 3-year bachelor's degree taught entirely in English. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the global economy, equipping students with analytical tools for financial systems, strategic thinking, and organizational management in an interconnected world. The curriculum balances economic theory with practical business skills, focusing on international perspectives. This program is designed for aspiring leaders, decision-makers, and analysts. It combines core economic principles with applied training in business strategy, law, mathematics, and data analysis. Students will gain skills to analyze complex economic issues and manage organizations effectively. The program offers opportunities for internships, study abroad experiences, and project-based learning, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world business scenarios. Supported by expert faculty and career services, students benefit from a diverse and international academic environment.

Economics and Management

This Bachelor's program in Economics and Management aims to equip students with a strong foundation in economic principles, management strategies, entrepreneurship, and risk management. You will gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills to understand economic systems, forecast market changes, and apply analytical tools for effective decision-making. The curriculum emphasizes sustainable development and the use of digital business tools. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for diverse career paths. You can choose to establish your own business or pursue roles such as an economist or manager in finance, marketing, or human resources. Graduates are also qualified for middle management positions in companies or public sector organizations, including government ministries and parliament.

Economics and Management (EMA)

The Economics and Management (EMA) bachelor's degree program provides students with essential knowledge to understand and operate within key economic areas such as markets, micro and macro dynamics, and economic policy, as well as in management and business administration fields. The curriculum is designed to offer a strong foundation in theoretical knowledge and practical skills, employing methodologies and practices for both quantitative analysis of economic phenomena and understanding qualitative aspects of the economic and business world. The program equips students with a solid base of management, economic, mathematical-statistical, and legal tools. This allows for the development of independent analytical and judgment capabilities. Specific areas of focus include economic and financial decision-making strategies for enterprises, consumers, financial intermediaries, and regulators; the functioning and dynamics of goods, services, financial, and labor markets; income and wealth distribution; macroeconomic dynamics; monetary and economic policy interventions; institutional and regulatory choices; and management issues for European and international companies. The curriculum also emphasizes computational skills for data analysis using software like R and Gretl. Through a combination of lectures, exercises, case studies, and interactive activities, the program aims to foster problem-solving and teamwork skills. Seminars, project work, and soft skills workshops further encourage student autonomy in learning and study organization. The program is structured to build foundational knowledge in the first year, enhance quantitative and economic disciplines in the second, and allow for specialization in either economic/quantitative or business areas in the third year.

Economics and Management (Late Afternoon/Evening Courses)

This Bachelor's degree program focuses on equipping students with the essential skills for company administration and management. The curriculum is structured over three years, with the first two years dedicated to building fundamental knowledge and improving English language proficiency, alongside a second language chosen from French, German, or Spanish. The program utilizes a flexible learning approach, incorporating tutoring, online resources, and advanced e-learning techniques. During the third year, students can specialize in either a Managerial or Professional profile. Teaching methods extend beyond traditional lectures to include practical exercises, analysis of real-world business issues, seminars with industry professionals, and opportunities for internships. This approach aims to foster both problem-setting and problem-solving abilities, reflecting the academic excellence of the Faculty of Economics.

Economics and management (Service management)

Economics and management (taught in Italian)

Economics and Management Studies BSc (Hons)

This Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Economics and Management Studies offers a comprehensive blend of practical management knowledge and analytical economics skills. You will explore economic principles and their real-world applications, while also gaining a solid understanding of diverse management aspects and the context of modern business. The curriculum includes mathematics and statistics to enhance quantitative skills, with econometrics extending your knowledge of statistical techniques and research methods. The course structure allows you to choose economics and management options to deepen your expertise and tailor the degree to your interests. An Academic Success Adviser will support your academic development, including critical thinking and writing skills. Opportunities for study abroad or a professional placement year are also available to enrich your experience.

Economics and Philosophy, BS

This combined major offers a unique blend of economics and philosophy, equipping you with critical thinking skills to analyze complex global issues from both economic and ethical perspectives. You'll explore topics such as globalization, immigration, environmental policy, and fair labor practices. The program requires a total of 128 semester hours, including university-wide requirements, NUpath requirements, and specific courses within economics and philosophy, culminating in a capstone experience. The curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in both disciplines, preparing you for diverse career paths or further academic pursuits.

Economics and Political Science (EPS)

The Master's program in Economics and Political Science (EPS) offers advanced training comparable to leading international programs in economics and political science individually. It aims to develop professionals with high-level analytical and operational skills, equipped with a critical understanding of economic, political, and social issues. Graduates will possess significant theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, statistics, econometrics, microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic policy, public economics, welfare economics, comparative politics, European integration, political theory, and social choice theory. The interdisciplinary approach equips students with advanced methodologies and quantitative techniques, preparing them for diverse careers and further academic research.

Economics and Sustainable Development BSc (Hons)

This BSc (Hons) in Economics and Sustainable Development offers a unique, multidisciplinary approach to understanding and addressing global sustainability challenges. By integrating economics, geography, and international development, you will gain a comprehensive perspective on balancing economic growth with ecological preservation and social wellbeing. The course is designed for students passionate about finding innovative strategies for long-term prosperity and achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. You will develop essential quantitative and analytical skills, learn to design effective policies, and gain expertise in areas such as climate change, resource management, economic stability, food security, and global health. Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in economic consultancy, policy analysis, data science, public sector agencies, research institutions, and the rapidly growing green economy.

Economics at St. Francis Xavier University

The study of Economics at St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) equips you with a powerful toolkit to understand the complexities of our changing world. Combining data analysis, analytical intuition, and mathematical modeling, economics helps improve policy and societal progress. At StFX, you will explore diverse topics from inflation and inequality to environmental change and healthcare. Our department is known for its vibrant community, offering a wide array of courses and research opportunities with award-winning faculty. As one of Canada's largest economics departments at a primarily undergraduate university, we provide the academic breadth of a larger institution with the personal experience of a smaller one. Our faculty are actively involved in international research, publishing in respected journals and offering students summer research positions that have led to student publications.

Economics Bachelor's Programme

The Bachelor's Programme in Economics at Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU) provides a comprehensive understanding of how economies function, integrating knowledge from microeconomics, macroeconomics, business administration, psychology, and data analysis. You will learn to analyze complex global issues, understand interconnectedness, develop problem-solving skills, and effectively utilize data analysis methods. This program prepares you to critically assess economic processes from multiple perspectives and to understand the behavior of individuals and organizations within economic systems.

Economics BSc

Economics is the study of how individuals, firms, and governments make decisions in the face of scarcity. This BSc program at Warwick delves into microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, equipping you with theoretical models and empirical analysis skills to understand global and local economic trends. The curriculum is research-led, exposing you to current research from day one and encouraging you to develop your own research questions. The program offers flexibility, allowing you to choose optional modules from various departments like Warwick Business School, Politics, Philosophy, Computer Science, and Languages, broadening your academic horizons. This comprehensive degree will enhance your analytical and problem-solving abilities. You will learn to simplify complex economic issues, both theoretically and empirically, gaining a deep understanding of economic institutions and policies. The research-led teaching ensures you are taught by leading academics, providing insights into cutting-edge economic thought. The flexible structure allows you to tailor your degree to your specific interests, making it a dynamic and engaging learning experience.

Economics BSc

This Economics BSc program at the University of Leeds, delivered at the world-renowned Leeds University Business School, offers a comprehensive study of economic principles and their application to real-world challenges. You will gain a strong foundation in economic analysis, quantitative methods, and research skills, preparing you for diverse career paths in both the private and public sectors. The course emphasizes analytical and transferable skills, equipping you to understand factors influencing income generation, economic growth, and the behaviour of individuals and firms. You can tailor your learning through optional modules and specialised pathways in Finance, Enterprise and Innovation, and Ethics and Sustainability, allowing you to align your studies with your career aspirations and stand out in the job market.

Economics BSc (Hons)

This BSc in Economics offers a quantitative and empirical approach to understanding economic principles, focusing on advanced statistics and applied econometrics. You will develop strong mathematical and data analysis skills, learning to apply them to real-world issues like global imbalances, climate change, and international trade. The course equips you with the ability to use industry-standard software for data coding and visualization, enabling you to communicate complex economic ideas effectively. You can tailor your degree through elective modules from other disciplines, preparing you for careers in banking, finance, government, private companies, and international organizations, or for further postgraduate study.

Economics MA (Honours)

The MA (Hons) in Economics is a four-year full-time program designed to provide a rigorous and comprehensive understanding of economic principles, analysis, and techniques. You will develop strong analytical and decision-making skills through training in quantitative methods. The curriculum covers foundational microeconomics and macroeconomics, quantitative techniques, and economic relationships. In the later years, students can specialise in various advanced topics, including behavioural economics, econometrics, economic growth, international trade, and public economics. The program also incorporates flexibility, allowing students to study other subjects in their first two years and potentially pursue a dissertation in their final year.