Business Economics/Economic & Social History (SocSci) MA (Hons)
University of Glasgow
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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Gilmorehill Campus

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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Business economics is the study of economic concepts of relevance to modern business, to develop a sound understanding of the resource allocation issues facing the business corporation and the environment in which it operates. You will study the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics, but you will also have the opportunity to apply economic concepts and models specifically to the decisions facing businesses.Our graduates develop skills in research, analysis, communication, teamworking, ...Read more

Business economics is the study of economic concepts of relevance to modern business, to develop a sound understanding of the resource allocation issues facing the business corporation and the environment in which it operates. You will study the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics, but you will also have the opportunity to apply economic concepts and models specifically to the decisions facing businesses.Our graduates develop skills in research, analysis, communication, teamworking, decision making and problem solving. Recent graduates have been employed, among others, by:HMRC, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Barclays, DESMI Africa, Taleveras Group.The Adam Smith Business School has specialised international accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and from the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), operated by the European Foundation for Management development (EFMD). Our teaching provision is accredited by the Association of Business Schools and the Association of MBAs (AMBA). This ''triple crown'' accreditation puts us in the top league of international business schools.

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42/279
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16th
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Madeline
24 Oct 25

Beautiful campus with great educational, social, and extracurricular opportunities. Being able to take elective subjects broadens your ability to understand topics from different..Read more

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24 Jan 25

Lots of places to study, lots of help if you ask for it, lots of opportunities to make friends (hundreds of student societies)..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£1,820 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£26,580 per year

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£26,580 per year

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Beautiful campus with great educational, social, and extracurricular opportunities. Being able to take elective subjects broadens your ability to understand topics from different...
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