ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Bachelor's Degree Programme

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Aarhus University

Program Overview

The Bachelor's degree in Economics and Business Administration at Aarhus University gives you a solid foundation in how businesses really work, covering everything from strategy and finance to marketing and economics—perfect if you're curious about leading companies, solving real-world problems like optimizing production or boosting customer satisfaction, and building skills for a dynamic career. It's ideal for motivated students who enjoy analytical thinking and want flexibility to tailor your studies, including electives or exchange opportunities in later years, all while preparing you for top Master's programs and roles in management or consulting.

Curriculum structure
First year
You'll kick off with core building blocks like microeconomics, macroeconomics, and financial accounting, diving into how markets function, economic policies shape businesses, and companies track their finances accurately. These courses blend lectures and group work to help you analyze everyday business decisions, such as pricing strategies or budgeting, setting a strong base for more advanced challenges ahead. Expect around 20 hours of classes weekly, plus prep time, in a supportive environment at Aarhus BSS.

Second year
Building momentum, you'll tackle management accounting, organisational behaviour, and marketing management, learning to control costs, understand team dynamics, and craft strategies that win customers. This year sharpens your ability to improve operations—like cutting inefficiencies or boosting employee engagement—through practical case studies and methodological tools unique to economics and business admin.

Third year
In your fifth semester, customize with electives or study abroad at partner universities, then cap it off in the sixth with a Bachelor's project on a topic you love, like finance or logistics. Courses such as Strategy and Economics 2 (focusing on market competition and industrial economics) or Business Law equip you to handle macro analyses, strategic decisions, and legal hurdles in global business.

Focus areas
Marketing management, financial management, organisational development, strategy, logistics, and socioeconomics—tailor your path to what excites you most.

Learning outcomes
You'll gain skills to analyze economic issues, develop business strategies, optimize operations, and navigate how society, tech, and laws impact companies—ready for management, finance, or specialist roles.

Professional alignment (accreditation)
The program guarantees right of admission to Aarhus University's MSc in Economics and Business Administration (1-year top-up), with competencies aligned to private/public sector jobs in sales, HR, accounting, and executive positions.

Reputation (employability rankings)
Aarhus BSS graduates excel in employability, with strong prospects in accountancy, marketing, financial management, and leadership—backed by the university's top-tier Danish rankings and quota 1 score of 8.2 (2024), reflecting high demand.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The Economics and Business Administration programme at Aarhus University stands out for its integration of real-world business practice into your studies from day one. You'll develop practical competencies that employers actively seek—from financial management and marketing strategy to project development and organizational leadership. What makes this programme particularly valuable is how it bridges theory and application, ensuring you don't just learn concepts in isolation but understand how to implement them in actual business contexts.

Experiential Learning: Where Theory Meets Practice

The programme combines structured classroom learning with hands-on project work and collaborative study groups. You'll spend approximately 20 hours per week in scheduled teaching activities and dedicate a similar amount to preparation and practical application. The teaching approach emphasizes active engagement through lectures, classroom instruction in smaller groups, and collaborative study group activities where you'll work together to solve real business problems. This means you're constantly applying what you've learned to practical scenarios rather than passively absorbing information.

Your learning happens across three interconnected academic areas covering business administration (sales, accounting, financing, organizational management), quantitative methods (statistics, project management), and socioeconomics. This breadth ensures you develop a complete understanding of how businesses operate and make strategic decisions. Here's what resources and approaches support your learning:

- Study groups and collaborative learning: You'll be part of structured study groups where you prepare presentations, complete assignments, and support each other before exams
- Direct business engagement: The programme uniquely incorporates real-world case work where you'll analyze specific business problems and test theories against actual company scenarios
- Aarhus BSS facilities: You'll be based at Aarhus Business School, with dedicated spaces across both the Department of Management and Department of Economics and Business Economics
- Active student clubs and societies: The bachelor programme fosters an active study environment with various academic and social clubs that enhance both your professional network and personal development

For more information about available facilities and resources, visit the Aarhus University facilities webpage to explore the full range of study spaces, libraries, and learning centers available to you throughout your studies.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from the Economics and Business Administration programme leave with a strong understanding of how businesses operate, make strategic decisions, and solve real-world economic and management challenges. This prepares you for a range of dynamic careers such as consultant, project manager, business analyst, and financial management professional, with many moving into leadership or specialist roles. The programme’s international focus and broad business foundation help you stand out in both national and global job markets.

Future progression & opportunities:

• University support for employment: Aarhus University’s Career Services works closely with students throughout the degree to help refine CVs, prepare for interviews, build professional networks, and navigate entry into the Danish and international job markets — boosting your career readiness from the very first semester.

• Employment prospects & outcomes: The programme equips you with competencies in areas such as marketing, financial management, organisational development, and strategic planning. Many graduates go on to work as consultants, project managers, analysts, or in accounting and sales, reflecting strong demand across sectors.

• University–industry connections: Through student associations and study projects that involve real companies, you’ll have opportunities to engage directly with industry and build valuable contacts before you graduate.

• Long-term accreditation value: A bachelor’s from Aarhus University is internationally respected, combining rigorous academic foundations with practical business insights. This recognition supports career progression both locally in Denmark and internationally.

• Graduation outcomes: You’ll graduate with a versatile skill set — from organisational behaviour to financial and marketing management — that prepares you for leadership roles, strategic decision-making, and adaptability in evolving business environments.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this bachelor’s degree, you can continue with a one-year Master’s in Economics and Business Administration, where you can specialise further in fields such as finance, strategy, or management. You can also apply for a wide range of other master’s programmes, which provide deeper expertise and open doors to careers in consulting, international business, or advanced specialist roles.