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Economics and Business Finance BSc

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Economics and Business Finance BSc

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    Key Information

    • Study Level:

      Bachelor

    • Duration:

      4 Years

    • Study Mode:

      Full Time

    • Start Date:

      01 September 2019

    • Tuition Fees EU/EEA:

      £ 9,250 Per Year

      These fees apply to students from the EU/EEA

    • Tuition Fees International :

      £ 15,400

      These fees apply to students from outside the EU/EEA

    institution

    Brunel University London

    Brunel University London was originally Borough Road College and then the Brunel College of Technology, which was a part of Acton Technical College until 1957. It became a College of Advanced Technology in 1960 and adopted the name Brunel College of Advanced Technology two years later. It was awarded the Royal Charter, becoming a full […]

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    Course Summary

    A BSc in Economics and Business Finance from Brunel London University will see you studying analytical techniques such as microeconomics and macroeconomics as well as corporate policy, investment technoques and finance strategy. It can be taken as a 3 year full time degree or as a 4 year ‘thick sandwich’ degree with work experience.

    Early on, you’ll learn both the underlying theory or economics and the kinds of financial skills you can use in nearly any business, financial, industrial or regulatory role. You’ll gain specialised technical expertise in quantitative analysis and financial computing systems. You’ll also develop the ability to apply complex theoretical principles to real world business situations. By your final year you’ll be able to build your own specialty by selecting from a range of high level optional modules. This can help you prepare yourself for a rewarding career in economic forecasting, business analysis or management consultancy, depending on your choices.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    Course Outline

    This may be taken as a 4 year program, with one year spent in professional placement.

    Year One Compulsory Modules:

    • Financial Markets
    • Introduction to Financial Accounting
    • Macroeconomic Principles
    • Mathematics for Economics and Finance
    • Microeconomic Principles
    • Professional Skills and Statistics

    Year One Optional Modules: (none)

    Year Two Compulsory Modules:

    • Corporate Finance
    • Corporate Investment
    • Macroeconomic Principles II
    • Microeconomics Principles II
    • Money and Banking

    Year 2 Optional Modules: (choose one)

    • Econometrics for Finance
    • Introduction to Econometrics

    Year in Placement (optional)

    This is a great opportunity to gain real world working experience, earn a substantial pay check, and add an important entry to your CV.

    Year Three Required Modules:

    • Economics Project
    • Advanced Topics in Economic Theory

    Year Three Optional Modules:

    (Choose one from)

    • Financial Engineering
    • Financial Theory and Corporate Policy

    (Choose 2 from)

    • Behavioural Economics and Finance
    • Development Economics
    • Further Econometrics
    • International Money and Finance
    • Managerial and Industrial Economics
    • Risk Management
    • The Economics of Labour Markets

    Learning And Teaching

    Your taught modules will be delivered by experts in their fields. Many of these academics have consulted for government and regulatory bodies or had their work published to international acclaim. You’ll experience a wide range of teaching techniques. These will include large lectures, workshops on financial or quantitative issues, small interactive seminars and one to one contact with a personal tutor. You’ll also have the chance to attend guest lectures, research seminars and a series of site visits.

    Career Possibilities

    This degree will qualify you for a senior or management position in the public or private sectors. Economic and financial experts are vital to the management, operation and regulation of a wide range of modern businesses. Recent Brunel Economics and Finance graduates have gone to work for organisations like Merrill Lynch, NatWest, KPMG, PwC, British petroleum, Marks and Spencer, the Bank of England, the Department of Transport and for many local governments and councils.

    Entry & Credit

    Successful completion will result in a 4 year ‘thick sandwich’ BSc with work placement.

    Applicants must typically have achieved 3 A Levels at BBB or better in any subjects other than General Studies. Other academic qualifications can also be accepted.

    All classes are taught in English, and international students will be required to show proficiency in English by scoring well on an approved test such as the IELTS.

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