3-Semester Pathway - University Foundation in Economics - Continue to Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Economics and Business

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.

A strong Economics and Business degree can lead students to many different careers, from investment banking and management consultancy to politics and management roles within international organisations. The BSc Economics and Business degree at Swansea University has an excellent reputation for producing high performing graduates. A number of them have progressed to work for the world’s biggest brands such as Barclays, HSBC and PwC, and the world’s most respected institutions, including a number of government bodies.  Combining core elements of economics and business, this degree is ideal if students want a career in politics, policy, business or finance. By the end of the course students will be able to confidently apply knowledge, investigative and model-building skills to advise different types of organizations. From private businesses to the government, students can have a tangible impact on economic policy.

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.