Economics and Business Economics

Launch your career in the dynamic world of business and economics with Radboud University’s BSc in Economics and Business Economics. This three-year, full-time program equips you with a strong foundation in economic theory, analytical skills, and business acumen, preparing you to become a well-rounded professional.

Develop a Holistic Understanding: Gain a comprehensive understanding of microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and business administration principles. Explore how economic forces interact with businesses and the global marketplace.

Sharpen Your Analytical Skills: Master quantitative methods in economics and business, including statistics, data analysis, and econometric modeling. Learn to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and solve real-world economic and business problems.

Choose Your Specialization: In your second year, you can tailor your studies by choosing one of four exciting specializations:

• Financial Economics: Delve into financial markets, investment analysis, and risk management.
• International Economics and Business: Explore the complexities of international trade, global finance, and cross-border business operations.
• Business Economics: Focus on strategic management, marketing, and organizational behaviour within a firm.
• International Economics and Policy: Analyze economic development, international trade policies, and global governance.

Project-Based Learning: Develop your critical thinking and problem-solving skills through engaging projects. Apply your knowledge to real-world case studies, participate in business simulations, and gain valuable experience analyzing economic and business issues.

Develop Valuable Skills: Refine your critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical, communication, and teamwork skills. Learn to present complex economic and business information effectively to a variety of audiences.

Graduates emerge as versatile professionals prepared for diverse careers in various fields, including:

• Finance: Financial analyst, investment analyst, risk management specialist
• Consulting: Management consultant, economic consultant
• International trade: International trade specialist, import/export specialist
• Economic policy: Economist, policy analyst (government or international organizations)
• Business management: Business analyst, marketing specialist, operations manager