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Economics and Management BSc

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Warwick

Program Overview

The BSc Economics and Management at Warwick is an interdisciplinary degree combining the analytical rigor of economics with the practical insights of management. Jointly delivered by the Department of Economics and Warwick Business School (WBS), the program equips students with the skills to analyze economic policies and apply managerial strategies in real-world contexts.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Microeconomics and Macroeconomics

  • Statistical and Data Analysis

  • Organizational Behavior and Strategy

  • Finance and Marketing

  • Leadership and Decision-Making

  • Behavioral Economics

The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and the application of economic principles to managerial decision-making. Students have the option to undertake a work placement in their third year, extending the program to four years.

Year-wise Breakdown of Core Modules

Year 1: Foundations

Students build a solid foundation in both disciplines through core modules:

  • Introduction to Economics

  • Quantitative Techniques

  • Foundations of Management

  • Organizational Behavior

These modules provide essential knowledge in economic theory, statistical methods, and fundamental management principles. 

Year 2: Intermediate

The second year delves deeper into both fields with core modules such as:

  • Intermediate Microeconomics

  • Intermediate Macroeconomics

  • Managerial Economics

  • Marketing Strategy

Students also choose optional modules to tailor their studies to specific interests. 

Year 3: Advanced

In the final year, students select from a range of optional modules, allowing for specialization in areas such as:

  • Industrial Economics

  • Behavioral Economics

  • International Business Strategy

  • Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital

  • Data Science for Economists

This flexibility enables students to align their studies with career aspirations.

Year 4 (Optional): Placement Year

Students may opt for a work placement in their third year, gaining practical experience before returning for the final year. Past placements include organizations such as Accenture, BMW, Deloitte, EY, HSBC, L’Oréal, Microsoft, Samsung, Toyota, and Vodafone. 

Learning and Assessment Methods

Teaching Methods:

  • Lectures

  • Seminars

  • Workshops

  • Group support and feedback sessions

  • Online learning components

Assessment Methods:

  • Examinations

  • Coursework assignments

  • Presentations

  • Group projects

  • Essays

  • Online quizzes

The final degree classification is determined by second and final-year marks, each contributing 50%.

Rankings

  • Warwick's Department of Economics was ranked number one in the UK by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.

  • Warwick Business School's BSc Management program was ranked second in the UK by the same publication

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Placement Year: Optional third-year work placement with support from WBS.

  • Internships: Access to internships through university partnerships.

  • Guest Lectures and Workshops: Engagements with policymakers, practitioners, and leading academics.

  • Student Societies: Participation in economics and business-related societie

Progression & Future Opportunities

Career Outcomes:

Graduates pursue careers in:

  • Consulting

  • Data Analytics

  • Business Management

  • Finance

  • Technology

  • Civil Servicet

Employers include Goldman Sachs, Unilever, Amazon, Google, PwC, and UK Government bodies. 

Postgraduate Progression:

Graduates may pursue further studies in:

  • Economics

  • Management

  • Finance

  • Public Policy

  • Data Science

Program Key Stats

£26,290
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


14 %

Eligibility Criteria

A*AA
3.2
38
95

N/A
N/A
6.5
78

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Management Consultant – Apply economic logic to improve organizational strategy
  • Financial Analyst – Combine financial data with economic trends
  • Business Strategist – Plan growth using economic insights
  • Operations Manager – Optimize business systems and resources
  • Policy Analyst – Study how economic decisions impact business environments
  • Product Manager – Drive development using consumer and market data
  • Market Research Analyst – Study market trends and consumer behavior
  • Entrepreneur – Launch and grow management focused businesses
  • Economic Consultant – Solve organizational challenges using economic principles
  • Risk Manager – Identify and mitigate operational and market risks
  • Academic – Teach or research management and economics
  • Treasury Analyst – Handle corporate capital and liquidity strategies
  • Business Analyst – Evaluate internal processes using economic methods
  • Corporate Planner – Shape long term economic strategy
  • Public Sector Advisor – Improve governance through economic and managerial reforms

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