BSc Economics and Finance
About Course
The BSc Economics and Finance programme from the University of London gives you the economic reasoning, quantitative skills and institutional knowledge to solve practical problems in economics and finance. This online programme is designed by academics from The International Business School of Finance, home to globally renowned finance and economics departments.
Understand theories of decision-making, risk management and financial market behaviour.
Use analytical and quantitative methods to address a range of social challenges, economic and financial issues, and contemporary policy questions.
Construct sophisticated arguments informed by financial data and economic principles.
Programme Structure
The courses on this programme are designed with intention by academics who are leading research in their fields – research that shapes policy, industry and society.
Build your quantitative skills.
You’ll study mathematical methodology and statistics, as well as the core principles of economics and finance.
Advance your knowledge.
Investigate interdisciplinary areas of study, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and corporate finance.
Develop advanced, practical skills.
Once you’ve honed your quantitative skills and applied knowledge, you’ll specialise with advanced economics and finance courses.
Sample Course Sequence
Year One
MT1186 Mathematical Methods
ST104A Statistics 1*
ST104B Statistics 2*
EC1002 Introduction to Economics
FN1202 Introduction to Finance
Year Two
EC2066 Microeconomics
EC2020 Elements of Econometrics
EC2065 Macroeconomics
FN2203 Principles of Asset Pricing
Year Three
FN2191 Principles of Corporate Finance
EC3115 Monetary Economics
OR
EC3099 Industrial Economics
FN3206 Derivatives and Risk Management
Why Earn a BSc Economics and Finance?
This programme will equip you with skills that are valued in traditional finance and economics roles, as well as management.
After graduation, you’ll be qualified to apply to a master’s programme or pursue a career in an array of sectors and industries – particularly in finance or government. Common career settings include:
- Brokerages
- Commercial and retail banks
- Consultancies
- Fund management firms
- Government agencies
- Insurance companies
- Professional services firms
- Risk management firms
With the ability to question and analyse information, think critically, develop compelling arguments and deploy economic reasoning skills in practical situations, you can consider a variety of roles, including:
Economist
Advise organisations on economic issues and trends by examining existing policies and creating mathematical models to predict future developments.
Stockbroker
Manage clients’ investment portfolios by trading stocks, shares and other financial products to get the best return – and advise clients on potential risks and opportunities.
Finance Officer
Help manage the finances of an organisation by producing financial forecasts, creating budget reports, carrying out audits and presenting findings.
Investment Analyst
Advise traders and fund managers on investment decisions by researching new opportunities and staying abreast of economic developments that may affect financial markets.
Financial Advisor
Help people or organisations make sound investments by clearly communicating the best financial plans for them, based on thorough product research and reporting.