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This flexible BA (Hons) Business and Management degree is designed to equip you with the professional and people skills needed for today's business world. If you are interested in how businesses operate and grow, possess a curious mind, and want to deepen your knowledge through investigation and research, this course could be ideal for you. From your first day, you will start developing essential business, investigative, and practical skills. You will build knowledge in areas like people management, technological advancements, marketing, culture, and ethics, preparing you for the global business sector. The curriculum balances academic theory with an understanding of modern business practices, featuring expert guest speakers and opportunities to work on business projects, such as developing a business plan for a new startup. The standard course duration is three years, with options to include a placement year or a year abroad.
This BSc (Hons) Economics program focuses on the practical application of economic theories, statistical methods, and applied economics. You will learn how individuals, businesses, and governments make decisions regarding resource allocation and how these choices impact society. The degree is designed to prepare you for careers in various sectors, including finance, journalism, policy, education, and international development, by equipping you with essential critical and analytical skills. The curriculum allows for flexibility, enabling you to tailor your studies through optional modules as your interests develop. You have the option to complete the degree in three years, or extend your studies with an optional placement year or a year abroad, potentially even spending a term at the University of Pisa. Please note that for 2027 entry, the university is undertaking enhancements to courses, which may involve changes to module structures but not the core subjects or academic standards.