Business Economics / Social & Public Policy (SocSci), MA (Hons)

Business Economics examines economic principles pertinent to modern business, fostering a deep understanding of resource allocation challenges within corporations and their environments. Students will explore microeconomic and macroeconomic fundamentals, while applying these concepts to business decision-making. The University of Glasgow has a storied history in economics, tracing back to Adam Smith, a former professor and the founder of modern economics, with the Adam Smith Business School earning triple-crown accreditation among top global institutions.Social and Public Policy addresses critical social issues like poverty, homelessness, and ill-health, drawing on insights from political science, sociology, and economics to analyze government responses and the societal impacts of policies. The program includes valuable work placements in voluntary or public sector organizations.