2-Semester Pathway - Foundation Pathway in Economics - Continue to Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Economics and Finance

Program Description

Management is about making decisions and getting the most from people at every level in all types of organizations. Business Management and Economics at Swansea provides a number of core subjects, plus a number of specialisms or a number of specialist subjects, creating an academically rewarding educational experience that provides an excellent foundation for a broad range of careers.

An Economics and Finance degree can lead to a genuine variety of careers, from investment banking and management consultancy to senior finance roles within international organizations. The BSc Economics and Finance degree at Swansea University has an excellent reputation. It has produced high performing graduates who have been hired by the world’s biggest brands such as Barclays, HSBC and PwC, and the world’s most respected organizations, including major financial institutions and government bodies. Blending core elements of economics and finance, this degree provides a comprehensive understanding of modern economics and its application within the financial industry. The chance to concentrate on specialist areas such as corporate finance will develop students' appreciation of the relationship between economic analysis and financial operations.

Whether students target the pressured energy of a trading floor or the credibility of becoming an authority on business trends, this degree will make them a strong candidate for any graduate employer. Their future job title could be any of the following: Economist, Analyst, Researcher, Government Adviser, Management Consultant, Derivatives Trader, Financial Analyst, and Econometrician.