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BSc (Hons) Placement year available

Business with Economics

Study the principles of business management alongside economic theory and practice, and gain an understanding of the ‘bigger picture’.

If you aspire to a successful business career, but also want to gain a wider appreciation of the science of economics and how it influences business practice on the ground, this is the course for you.

You’ll discover how economic theories apply to real world business decisions preparing you with the skills and knowledge for climb the ladder in the workplace. At the same time, you’ll explore big, up-to-the-minute ideas and debates in economics.

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Why ARU?

  • Study a unique combination of management theory and economic factors.

  • Debate big ideas and current topics, fostering critical thinking and intellectual curiosity.

  • Get hands-on with real-world economic and business challenges, gaining valuable experience.

  • Explore subjects from sustainability in business to applied economics and financial economics.

  • Prepare for roles such as Business Analyst, Economic Consultant, Policy Advisor and Management Consultant.

  • Develop critical thinking, analytical skills and the ability to interpret data for business decision-making.

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Course options

Key facts

Looking for different course options?

Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.

Year 1
  • Applied Economic Mathematics and Statistics
  • How to do Business
  • Financial Environment and Analysis
  • International Business and Market Dynamics
  • Organisational Behaviour and AI (Future of Work)
  • Into ARU
Year 2
  • Micro and Macro Economics
  • Introduction to Econometrics
  • Ruskin Module (15 credits)
  • The Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Project Management and Implementation
Year 3
  • Sustainability and Responsible Business
  • Applied Economics
  • Behavioural Economics
  • Undergraduate Major Project
Module details

To prepare you for university study, you can take a foundation year at the start of this course. Find out more about foundation years.

Year 1
  • Foundation in Business
Module details

You can choose to take an optional placement year as part of this course. Placements typically happen in Year 3, and your course will take four years overall. Find out more about placement years.

Placement year
  • Work Placement School of Economics Finance and Law
Module details

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Facilities

At ARU you’ll be part of our School of Economics, Finance and Law: 

  • benefit from award-winning facilities
  • learn from qualified, expert staff
  • choose to study abroad for a semester.

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Careers

What can you do with a business and economics degree?

Our BSc (Hons) Business with Economics gives you the theoretical and practical knowledge you’ll need to work as an economist, whether that’s in the public or private sector. It’s also a good basis for a range of related careers in business and industry. You could find yourself working for think-tanks or charities, consultancies, national or local government, banks, or accountancy firms. Or you may choose to pursue a career in a related field, such as marketing.

Graduation doesn’t need to be the end of your time with us. You might decide to stay at ARU and study for a Masters, such as our MBA or MSc International Business. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get 20% off your fees.

Employability and personal career development

Informed by employers, our courses support an integrated approach to employability. You’ll have opportunities to develop the skills and abilities they are looking for and gain a deeper understanding of how your academic learning relates to the world of work through Live Briefs and Ruskin Modules.

To amplify your career ambition, you will need to actively dedicate time outside of your studies, whether you choose to explore an ARU Certificate for Professional Development, placements, internships or volunteering. Or you could make a social impact by collaborating with our partner organisations through our volunteer scheme Students at the Heart of Knowledge Exchange (SHoKE). These all give you an edge, providing you with experience that you will be able to evidence on your CV and talk about in interviews.

Our Employability and Careers Service offers a range of expert advice and support to build your unique professional profile, including tailored career appointments, advice on writing your CV, and help to complete job applications. You’ll have 24/7 access to the Careers Centre, our comprehensive online digital resource, which empowers you to start building a Personal Career Development Plan from the very start. Design your future at ARU.

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Placement year available

You have the option to take a placement year as part of this course. It’s a great chance to get hands-on experience in the industry you want to work in.

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