Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Business Economics] From Cardiff Metropolitan University

Therefore, we are proud to be the first new university to adopt the new CORE curriculum. As one of the main aspects of the programme is business you will also be taught management techniques to give you the edge in the business world.Ê

Our Economics tutors work with organisations such as the Government Economic Service to ensure our curriculum is cutting edge and relevant. ??

BA (Hons) Business Economics at Cardiff Metropolitan University was ranked as the best in Wales according to the Guardian University League Table 2016 and 2017.

We are committed to providing you with the necessary support to enable you to realise your full potential. Our innovative teaching methods include experiments and the very latest teaching materials. Modules are typically taught through a mixture of lectures and seminars/workshops and all modules are supported by Moodle, the virtual learning environment.

Employability & Careers?:

Economists are in demand in both the private and public sector. They can be skilled managers, researchers, analysts and strategists. ?Research shows that Economics students have higher average earnings than most other graduates, including those studying a general business degree. Figures published by the Complete University Guide in 2016?, show an average starting salary of £28,000 for Economics graduates.?

Work Placements:

The provision of work-placements as an assessed part of your academic programme of learning is so important that we provide you with the opportunity to undertake placement as part of your second year studies. We have strong links with the business community and the work-placement programme is designed to enhance your future employability prospects.?

Progression to postgraduate study within the Cardiff School of Management is also an option.?