Bachelor’s+ in Economics & Management

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Forward College

Program Overview

The Bachelor’s+ in Economics & Management at Forward College combines a strong foundation in economics and business management with additional certificates in entrepreneurship and personal development, giving you both academic depth and practical skills. It’s ideal for students who want to grow as strategic thinkers, project leaders, and adaptable professionals ready for competitive careers or advanced master’s programmes.

Curriculum structure

Year 1
In your first year, you’ll build essential academic foundations with courses like Introduction to Economics, Mathematics 1, Statistics 1, Principles of Accounting, and Business and Management in a Global Context. Alongside your core studies, you’ll start personal development modules that focus on teamwork, communication, and community living, helping you grow socially and emotionally. This combination prepares you to think analytically and collaborate effectively.

Year 2
The second year deepens your understanding of economics and management with modules such as Core Management Concepts and Macroeconomics, along with options like Microeconomics or Managerial Economics, and Marketing Management or Financial Management. You’ll also begin entrepreneurship and project management work, developing practical projects with guidance from leadership fellows. Personal development options like resilience and decision-making further shape your professional mindset, strengthening both your business insight and hands-on skills.

Year 3
In your final year, you’ll focus on advanced topics like International Economics or Industrial Economics and choose strategic modules such as Entrepreneurship or Strategy. You’ll complete your project or research work and finish the programme with career-readiness modules that prepare you for the workplace. By the end of this year, you’ll have both academic expertise and a portfolio of practical experience that sets you up for success after graduation.

Focus areas: economics, management, quantitative analysis, strategy, financial management, entrepreneurship, project management

Learning outcomes: financial acumen, application of economic theory, strategic planning, operational excellence, analytical proficiency, global economic awareness, interdisciplinary problem solving

Professional alignment (accreditation): Designed by the London School of Economics and awarded by the University of London

Reputation (employability rankings): Graduates gain practical and analytical skills that support careers in business analysis, finance, consulting, management, and leadership, and the programme is recognised globally for its academic quality and experiential learning focus

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The Bachelor’s+ in Economics & Management at Forward College is designed to give you hands-on experience from day one. You’ll work closely with tutors in small groups, receive personalised feedback, and engage in projects and teamwork that mirror real business and economic challenges. The programme also integrates personal development tools to strengthen your leadership and interpersonal skills, all aimed at preparing you for internships and your future career:

Work in teams on entrepreneurship and project management projects, supported by a dedicated leadership fellow, learning methods like design thinking, SCRUM, research, and performance evaluation.
Complete a mandatory internship of six to eight weeks, gaining meaningful work experience, industry exposure, and insight into careers in business, consulting, finance, or other sectors.
Receive weekly one-on-one tutoring and regular evaluations to help you apply classroom knowledge to practical problems and refine your skills.
Engage with personal development modules focusing on teamwork, communication, resilience, decision-making, and career readiness, supported by coaching and skills assessment tools.
Learn and practise foreign languages such as Portuguese, French, and German while immersing yourself in local cultures across Lisbon, Paris, and Berlin, boosting your adaptability and global perspective.

For more details about learning spaces, student support services, and campus facilities, Forward College provides a comprehensive facilities list.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor’s+ in Economics & Management leave with both strong analytical knowledge and practical skills that employers value, giving them a real edge in the job market. Many go on to roles such as business analyst, financial specialist, management consultant, or economist, using their experience in real projects and internships to make meaningful contributions. This combination of economics, business, and leadership skills allows you to pursue opportunities across sectors and around the world:

Forward College’s career services support you with personalised coaching, CV and interview preparation, and guidance to help you secure internships and full-time roles that align with your career goals, boosting your confidence and competitiveness.
The mandatory internship of six to eight weeks gives you valuable work experience and industry exposure before graduation, helping you build professional networks and clarify your long-term career direction.
Because the degree is designed by the London School of Economics and awarded by the University of London, it carries long-term recognition and global credibility, opening doors to employers and further study options worldwide.
Graduates leave with strong analytical, quantitative, and strategic skills that are in demand in corporate strategy, finance, consulting, government policy, and entrepreneurial ventures.
Many students continue to high-quality master’s programmes in economics, finance, business administration, or public policy, using this degree as a stepping stone to advanced academic and professional pathways.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the Bachelor’s+ in Economics & Management, you can pursue graduate studies in economics, finance, business administration, or public policy. Alumni have gone on to master’s programmes at prestigious institutions such as the Barcelona School of Economics, HEC Paris, the University of St Andrews, the London School of Economics, and the University of Oxford, providing excellent preparation for deeper academic specialisation and global career opportunities.

Additional Information & Requirements

English language Requirements: IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each sub-test (Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking). or TOEFL iBT: minimum overall score of 95, with at least 21 in Reading and Writing and at least 20 in Speaking and Listening.
Maths requirement: B at A-level or equivalent. If not studied Mathematics or obtained the qualifications mentioned above, may take the LSE Maths Essentials test as an alternative
Extracurricular Involvement and Achievements: present a selection of documents (worded documents, pictures, short video or audio files) illustrating personal accomplishments, with a short description (min. 1000 words)
Interview required if selected after application form completion
Applicants must have either completed their high school education or be in their final year of high school at the time of application. For final-year high school students, courses must be completed before September for applications to be considered
IB score 35 required; lower scores considered based on subject grades, motivation, extracurriculars, and interview performance; IBCP alone is insufficient but may be accepted with additional qualifications like BTEC Level 3, A-level, or APs.
A-Level requirement ABB; lower grades may be considered based on subject relevance, application quality, extracurriculars, special circumstances, and interview performance.
AP requirement average 3.34 across 3 subjects; lower scores may be considered based on subject relevance, application quality, extracurriculars, special circumstances, and interview performance.
If lived in a country where English is the main spoken language and/or completed high school education in English, formal English test may not be required (Forward College reserves the right to ask for a test in case of doubt)
The Bachelor’s+ in Economics & Management includes additional certificates in entrepreneurship and personal development, enhancing your skills and helping you stand out in master’s applications and job interviews.