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MSc Economics of Business and Management

University of Essex

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Colchester Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    JAN

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

The MSc Economics of Business and Management is designed for students who may or may not have previous exposure to economics. This course combines training in core economic principles and analysis with real-world applications to business and management, providing ideal training for those seeking a career in a wide variety of industries.

This course will provide theoretical, technical, and communication skills in the economics of business and management. It will also equip you with transferable skills such as the ability to develop and present an argument, and the ability to work independently and in groups.

This course is exclusively available as a January start. In the spring term you will receive training in core economic principles and analysis. These modules are specifically designed with business and management applications in mind. You explore topics including:

The main principles and theories of modern microeconomics
How statistical methods can be used to analyse economic data
Contract theory, incentive theory, and the theory of the firm
How strategic interaction between firms can affect sales and profitability
Real-world applications to business and management decision-making

During the summer term you’ll have the opportunity to conduct independent study on a specific topic of interest, through the capstone project. The project can take a variety of forms and offers flexibility in terms of the type of output that is submitted for assessment (e.g., extended literature review, traditional dissertation, blog post, policy memo or podcast).

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 22,400per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Essex

University of Essex

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    43rd out of 79 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    113 50%

    54th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    59th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    23rd

    6

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