Business and Economics, MA (Hons)

Business and Economics combines the relative academic rigour of mainstream economics with the more practical and vocational perspective of business. Major areas of common interest, linked to the teaching and research interests in the two schools, include:

• strategy and game theory

• negotiations

• governance structures

• banking and finance

You will develop the personal and professional competences required to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:

• accountancy and finance

• strategy

• marketing

• human resource management

• data analytics

• entrepreneurship and innovation

Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you can specialise in areas of business such as:

• Global Business

• Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation

• Eco Innovation

• Future of Work

• Theories and Techniques of Persuasion

Environment for learning We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our student experience team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey. We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies. Further development opportunities You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches:

• Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)

• Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)

You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.