BSc (Hons) Business Finance and Economics at University of East Anglia

Develop strong expertise in economic analysis, finance and business decision making. With our Business Finance and Economics degree, you’ll understand how businesses make financial and strategic decisions in complex economic environments. Smart financial thinking: Shape your specialisation in finance and accounting while developing strong economic foundations and analytical skills for understanding decision making in economics, business and finance Integrated business & economics: Study a joint programme delivered by the School of Economics and Norwich Business School.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Economics  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad  |  Study mode: full-time (placement year available) (year abroad available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first year, you'll build a strong foundation in economic reasoning and business analysis. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Introductory Mathematics for Economists, Statistics and Data Analytics for Economists, The Economic and Business Environment, Introduction to Financial and Management Accounting, Eco Steps, Introductory Microeconomics, Introductory Macroeconomics. Year 2: Introductory Econometrics, Intermediate Microeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, The Economics of Corporate Finance, Eco Steps. Year 3: The Economics of Financial Markets, Eco Steps.

Career pathways

As a BSc Business Finance and Economics graduate, you'll be well prepared for roles that combine economic reasoning with financial analysis and business decision making, including: Business or economic consultant: Analyse market developments, assess business strategies and provide evidence-based recommendations to firms and organisations Corporate finance analyst: Evaluate company performance, assess investment opportunities and support strategic financial decisions within organisations Accountant or auditor: Prepare and analyse financial reports, assess financial performance and support regulatory and reporting requirements Investment or financial analyst: Examine financial data, evaluate assets and support investment decisions in banks, asset management firms and financial institutions Risk or quantitative analyst: Analyse financial risks, model market behaviour and support risk management and regulatory decision making

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