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Overview

The MA Management Economics program focuses on the interplay between economics, management, and industrial strategy. It addresses key questions about market navigation, pricing strategies, societal welfare impacts, and competition policy formulation. The program is ideal for individuals seeking to specialize in management economics.

Application Timeline

  1. October 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. April 30, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
England£15,000£15,000
Northern Ireland£15,000£15,000
Scotland£15,000£15,000
Wales£15,000£15,000
Channel Islands£15,000£15,000
Republic of Ireland£15,000£15,000
EU£23,500£23,500
International£23,500£23,500

Requirements

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About

Program Overview

The MA Management Economics program is designed for individuals interested in the intersection of economics, management, and industrial strategy.

Key Questions Addressed

  • How do business managers navigate their markets?
  • How do firms set prices and sales targets?
  • What is the impact of these decisions on societal welfare?
  • How should competition policy be formulated to influence business behavior?

Target Audience

This program is suitable for those who wish to specialize in management economics, especially if their first degree is not in economics or if their previous economics training does not align with the MSc courses offered.

Subject Area Information

Business Economics is a discipline that merges economic theories with practical business applications. It provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how economic principles influence business decisions and strategies.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Business Economics

  • 2. Microeconomics for Business

  • 3. Macroeconomics for Business

  • 4. Managerial Economics

  • 5. International Economics and Business

  • 6. Econometrics for Business

  • 7. Business Strategy and Economic Policy

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Analytical Skills
  • Quantitative Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision-Making
  • Global Perspective

Career

Business Economics is a versatile discipline that prepares students for a wide range of careers by providing them with a deep understanding of economic principles and their application in the business world.

Potential Professions
  • Economic Consultant

    Advising businesses on economic strategies and policies.

  • Financial Analyst

    Analyzing financial data to guide investment decisions.

  • Market Research Analyst

    Studying market conditions to identify business opportunities.

  • Business Development Manager

    Using economic analysis to drive business growth.

  • Policy Analyst

    Evaluating the economic impact of public policies on businesses.

  • Corporate Strategist

    Developing long-term business strategies based on economic trends.

  • Data Analyst

    Interpreting complex data to inform business decisions.

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