Economics & Finance, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Our BA in Economics and Finance at Leeds Beckett University explores how financial decisions influence global events and everyday life, from credit crunches to business closures. Students develop essential analytical skills in finance and economics, examining the effects on consumers, workers, industries, commerce, and governments while gaining a comprehensive understanding of financial markets and business structures.The program offers paid work placements with organizations like Disney and guest lectures from leaders such as the CEO of the London Stock Exchange. With 100% student satisfaction in teaching and graduate employment rates, you'll learn alongside experienced lecturers and benefit from strong business connections. Core modules include introductory microeconomics, accounting, and quantitative methods in year one; intermediate topics like financial management in year two; and advanced subjects such as investment management in year three, with options available each year.

Year 1 Core Modules:

• Introductory Microeconomics

• Introduction to Accounting

• The UK Economy

• Introduction to Quantitative Methods: Statistics

• Introductory Macroeconomics

• Introduction to Financial Statement Preparation

• Introduction to Economic Thought

• Introduction to Quantitative Methods: Concepts

Year 2 Core Modules:

• Intermediate Microeconomics

• Financial Markets & Corporate Financial Decisions

• Contemporary Economic Thought

• Financial Management

• Economics & Methodology

• Intermediate Macroeconomics

• Introduction to Econometrics

In addition, choose from a list of Year 2 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list. Year 3 Core Modules:

• Finance & Investment Management

• Financial Institutions & Regulation in the UK Economy

• Finance – Corporations & Markets

• Economics, Management & Finance in the Public Sector

In addition, choose from a list of Year 3 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.