Applied Economics (Banking and Financial Markets) online MSc

Economics for the real world

With today’s businesses having to do more with less, implementing economic theory is key. This is why we put the practical application of economics at the heart of our economics degree. By cutting away the abstract ideas and positioning economics firmly in the real world, we can help you apply advanced economics in your chosen field. Based on such secure foundations, our economics degree is ideal for students, with a good level of numeracy, to learn the core economics techniques they need to progress their career.

For individuals keen to switch career, or elevate their expertise for a current role, the online master’s in economics is key. The practical application of economics offered here will give you the tools to respond to economics issues in the world of banking and finance and public economics. For professionals such as accountants and lawyers, this economics online course is particularly useful for mastering the economic knowledge necessary to move into policy advice or to head up an economic think tank.

Your career prospects

For a step up the career ladder, our online economics degree is ideal, offering essential economics skills that can be applied from day one. Furthermore, our reputation for high-quality research and teaching ensures our graduates are prized by employers. By undertaking a master’s in applied economics at the University of Bath, you unlock the door to a host of new career opportunities. Some graduates go on to fill vacancies in major banks and financial institutions, while others run public policy for the government or become consultants in the private sector. The practical components of the course create countless opportunities to develop the essential skills employees expect. That’s one reason why our graduates have such a great employment record.