Business and Economics BSc (Hons)

UCAS code: VT89

Unlock the secrets of business and management, markets, economics and growth. You’ll work on real life projects and will gain eligibility for Affiliate Member status of the Chartered Management Institute on our business and economics degree.

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Overview

Course length:	3 years full-time
Start dates:	September 2025
Location:	Edge Hill University
Example offers:	BCC-BBC (A Level) or DMM (BTEC) View full entry criteria
Subject(s):	Business Management
Faculty:	Arts and Sciences
Department:	Business School

Student in a lecture theatre in the Business School.

If applying for September 2024 entry this course is BSc (Hons) Business & Economics.

How can businesses plan to grow and anticipate changing market behaviours? Why do some businesses thrive in a recession, while others fail? Why does a situation in one country affect the economy in another? On our business and economics degree you’ll see how an understanding of economics can inform decision-making for business strategy and global trade.

The economy is at the forefront of political and business life. This means that economists are constantly in demand by businesses. Our business and economics degree equips you with the knowledge and skills required for your future career.

You’ll explore contemporary business practices. Analyse past and present economic theory. And apply the theory to real-life situations. You’ll also examine the impact of global perspectives on private and public sector businesses while understanding what can affect local and international markets.

A professionally recognised degree

You will gain affiliate membership of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), a globally recognised professional body, for the duration of your degree and one additional year after graduation. The CMI is dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. On successful completion of your international business degree, you will also be awarded a CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership.

Chartered Management Institute HE Partner

Course features

International students can apply
Learn a language option available
Professional accreditation
Sandwich year option available
Studying abroad option available
Work placement opportunity

What you'll study

You’ll dive into business economics and finances, looking at organisational behaviour in the marketplace, as well as international business environments. We’ll introduce you to business finance, and equip you with the skills to operate your business professionally. You’ll also have an introduction to business analysis, finding out how to use data to inform decision-making and organisational strategy.

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New Venture Creation introduces you to business planning and the development stages in business start-up. You will organise and evaluate theoretical perspectives in a practical setting, informing your future learning processes and outcomes. A key element of the module is a review of entrepreneurial skills and small business development through theoretical concepts of enterprise, self-employment and small business management. This module creates an awareness of emergent business types and their markets, the factors behind small business start-ups, entry routes, funding, and barriers. A practical element includes foundational steps towards a business start-up project which will require you to demonstrate key skill areas such as the development stages of business planning, communication, negotiation, self-management, and problem solving. The combination of these aspects will enable you to critically engage in academic thinking and writing about enterprise, evaluate business ideas, choose one main idea, strategically conceptualise that idea, and prepare a business plan and pitch for how the idea could be brought successfully to market.

Module code: BUS1054

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Practical

Principles of Macroeconomics introduces you to the study of economic areas such as national income, unemployment, inflation, and economic growth. Topics include macroeconomic indicators, fiscal policy, monetary policy, international trade, and globalisation. You'll develop an understanding of how macroeconomic factors influence individual decision-making, government policy, and overall economic performance. You will also learn analytical tools to evaluate macroeconomic policies and their potential impacts on society.

Module code: BUS1048

Credits: 20

Assessment

70% Exam

30% Coursework

Principles of Microeconomics introduces you to the foundational concepts that underpin how markets operate. You'll explore the dynamics of prices, demand, and supply, and learn how these forces interact to shape market outcomes. The module will guide you through key concepts and will help you understand consumer behaviour and market efficiency. You'll also examine the impact of regulation and the causes of market failures, gaining insights into why markets sometimes do not function as intended. Additionally, you’ll explore the complexities of market structures, such as the effects of taxes and competition and how firms make decisions within these varied environments. By the end of this module, you'll have a solid grounding in microeconomic principles that are essential for analysing real-world economic issues.

Module code: BUS1047

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Exam

Language 1 is ideal if you want to learn a new language, or further develop your current language skills, as an integrated part of this degree. You can study French, German, Arabic, Italian, Mandarin, Japanese or Spanish (subject to minimum numbers for your preferred language). Delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, the module will be taught in an interactive, communicative manner, using authentic materials in the target language. Emphasis will be placed on all four areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will play an active role in the weekly two-hour classes, engaging in role-plays, short conversations, videos, authentic texts and listening materials. You will also be encouraged to reflect on your own learning needs. On enrolment to the module, you will complete a language induction form and be placed into a language level group appropriate for your prior knowledge of your chosen language. Please note, while we will endeavour to accommodate varying language levels per module, this is not always possible. While you can join the module with some prior experience of your target language, you will not be able to study a language you are already fluent or proficient in.

Module code: TLC1010

Credits: 20

Assessment

85% Coursework

15% Practical

In the second year of your business and economics degree, you’ll explore supply, demand, price and elasticity, strengthening your knowledge and skills in business economics. You’ll also begin to study international economics. You’ll understand currency markets and international investment. You’ll learn about managing the human resource and explore research methods for business. In your second year, you’ll get to choose two modules which might include topics like macroeconomics, applied economics, human resource management and entrepreneurship.

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International Business provides an overview of key management activities related to International Business. The module considers a range of corporate functions including global supply chain management, international marketing and human resources management, and accounting and financial management. You will analyse the different ways and conditions under which firms internationalise their operations, and how different structural changes in the global economy are impacting upon the international business environment.

Module code: BUS2212

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Exam

50% Practical

Money, Banking, and Financial Markets offers students a comprehensive exploration of the pivotal roles played by money, interest rates, banking institutions, and financial markets within the economy. This module delves into the inner workings of the financial system and its profound impact on critical macroeconomic variables such as income, employment, and prices. Additionally, it scrutinises the regulatory frameworks that govern the banking and financial sectors, considering their implications for economic stability. This module takes an applied approach, equipping students with the skills to analyse real-time financial data using resources like the Bloomberg terminal.

Module code: BUS2220

Credits: 20

Assessment

60% Exam

40% Coursework

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Entrepreneurship and Innovation explores characteristics, behaviours, attributes, and skills of entrepreneurship as well as the whole process of innovation from idea to product development and the conditions that must be fulfilled for innovation to thrive. The module explores research from a number of areas to highlight the importance of factors such as social and economic capital, local and regional infrastructure and the role of government in enabling (or disabling) innovation. You'll develop your entrepreneurial skills, identifying opportunities and developing ventures. On top of this, you'll consider the risk environment including legal issues, funding issues, start-up and growth strategies. This module provides you with the ability to act entrepreneurially to generate, develop and communicate ideas, manage and exploit intellectual property, gain support, and deliver successful outcomes.

Module code: BUS2229

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Practical

Language 2 is ideal if you want to learn a new language, or further develop your current language skills, as an integrated part of this degree. You can study French, German, Arabic, Italian, Mandarin, Japanese or Spanish (subject to minimum numbers for your preferred language). Delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, the module will be taught in an interactive, communicative manner, using authentic materials in the target language. Emphasis will be placed on all four areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will play an active role in the weekly two-hour classes, engaging in role-plays, short conversations, videos, authentic texts and listening materials. You will also be encouraged to reflect on your own learning needs. On enrolment to the module, you will complete a language induction form and be placed into a language level group appropriate for your prior knowledge of your chosen language. Please note, while we will endeavour to accommodate varying language levels per module, this is not always possible. While you can join the module with some prior experience of your target language, you will not be able to study a language you are already fluent or proficient in.

Module code: TLC2000

Credits: 20

Assessment

85% Coursework

15% Practical

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Applied Econometrics is designed to deepen your understanding of empirical methods used to analyse real-world business and economic datasets. The module provides a comprehensive exploration of econometric techniques essential for assessing economic trends, identifying causal relationships, and evaluating theoretical and policy impacts. The module will also utilise the use of statistical software to handle complex regression models, address econometric challenges such as multicollinearity and autocorrelation, and interpret results within the framework of economic theory. You will engage in applying econometric tools and methodologies, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical data analysis. By bridging theory and empirical research, this module aims to enhance your ability to critically evaluate economic models and contribute to substantive empirical research. Through this rigorous approach, you will gain valuable skills that are crucial for advanced economic analysis and research.

Module code: BUS2225

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Exam

Intermediate Macroeconomics offers a thorough understanding of economic theory. It will involve theoretical exercises, including the formalisation of models, as well as practical applications that will enable you to grasp the significance of the empirical evidence and frameworks. You will develop the ability to assess economic theories considering real-world data and test their validity against empirical observations. Macroeconomics is a dynamic and ever-evolving field within economics so the module will also incorporate the latest academic research. Utilising various economic theories and concepts, you'll discuss and critique current economic policies. The two main aspects of macroeconomics will be explored: the sustained growth of the economies over time and the shorter-term fluctuations (business cycles).

Module code: BUS2224

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Exam

Your final year will see you head into contemporary issues in economics and finance. You’ll look into developments that enhance or slow economic growth, and develop skills in artificial intelligence and technology. You’ll work on a live project with a real business, giving you the chance to experience project management in a modern business environment. You’ll choose from a number of additional subjects too. These could be topics such as business intelligence, development economics, or strategic finance.

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Contemporary Issues in Economics provides you with an understanding of, and an ability to critically analyse, contemporary issues in economics. Economic theories and understanding established earlier in the programme will be utilised to analyse contemporary economic situations and policies. The module will cover current, significant economic events both nationally and internationally, in respect of both the economic situation and policy. All issues will be considered from the perspective of business and management.

Module code: BUS3069

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Practical

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Enterprise Management cultivates entrepreneurial skills, fostering innovation, creativity, and strategic thinking. It immerses you in real-world business contexts, promoting adaptability and resilience. Emphasising practical application you'll develop an understanding of the intricacies of entrepreneurship. You will refine your problem-solving and decision-making capabilities and explore theoretical frameworks with hands-on experiences. The module emphasises collaboration, communication, and risk management, equipping you with the skills and mindset needed for success in the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship and enterprise.

Module code: BUS3079

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Practical

The Future of Business: Tech, Data and Artificial Intelligence introduces students to the impact that recent technology trends, including data analysis, cloud computing, social media and artificial intelligence have introduced to the modern business. The module will provide insights into businesses, across different industry sectors, that embraced new technologies and thrived, and those whose adoption was more cautious and failed. Students will be given insights into the modern financial environment including new elements such as Open Banking, Block Chain and Crypto Currencies, and what firms require in order to remain compliant with financial regulation. The module will combine both theoretical and practical approaches, with students managing both AI and Data Analytics applications and evaluating business improvements against data protection requirements.

Module code: BUS3062

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Exam

Language 3 enables you to build on and develop your previous language knowledge in French, German, Arabic, Italian, Mandarin or Spanish. You must have either studied the prior language module in the previous year or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge of your target language (though you will not be able to study a language you are already fluent or proficient in). The language levels available will be determined by the continuation of corresponding groups from the previous language module. You will gain the language skills necessary to become a more proficient user of the language. Classes will be taught in an interactive and communicative manner using authentic materials to promote meaningful communication. They will be conducted in the target language as much as possible. Emphasis will be on speaking and listening, with appropriate attention also being paid to other communication skills. Other work will include a variety of tasks which may be completed in the Language Centre.

Module code: TLC3000

Credits: 20

Assessment

85% Coursework

15% Practical

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Live Project is based upon an employer/student collaboration, enabling you to take part in a live business project in a real-world setting with a company from our network. You will experience at first hand the issues faced by large and small business owners. You’ll develop skills such as business analysis, negotiation, and strategy, whilst developing networks which will stay with you beyond your studies. Where the right opportunity is not available, you will instead study our Graduate Enterprise module.

Module code: BUS3060

Credits: 40

Assessment

85% Coursework

15% Practical

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Development Economics discusses the key economic, social and political factors responsible for economic development and growth. In particular, the module provides an insight into economic theories analysing the development patterns across different countries and explaining differences. You will consider what factors effectively enhance or hinder economic growth and explore the relationship of economic development with national and international institutions, macro-economic policy and foreign direct investment. The role of civil society and the environment on economic development will also be examined, as will socio-economic issues such as poverty and inequality.

Module code: BUS3070

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Exam

Responsible Business offers a comprehensive overview of the complex landscape surrounding business responsibility. Irresponsible business acts include damaging our natural environments, exploiting workers, selling unsafe or sub-standard products, overusing natural resources, and exacerbating income inequality. The existence of viable alternatives to irresponsible business practices will be explored, showcasing successful implementations across various contexts. You will gain a deep understanding of the hurdles involved in transitioning toward responsible business operations. This module prepares you not just to critique the status quo but to actively contribute to shaping a future where businesses operate responsibly, ethically, and sustainably.

Module code: BUS3080

Credits: 20

Assessment

50% Coursework

50% Exam

Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements. Some restrictions on optional module choice or combinations of optional modules may apply.

How you'll study

As well as preparing for and attending lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops, you will be spending time reading and completing coursework, including written assignments, presentations, and project work.

Throughout this degree in business and economics, you will have the opportunity to develop your employability profile through a work placement or participation in a graduate enterprise project. In addition, you will undertake live client projects with organisations or work on agreed projects with real outcomes and impact.

Timetables for your first week are normally available at the end of August prior to enrolment in September. You can expect to receive your timetable for the rest of the academic year during your first week. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week. Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities.

How you'll be assessed

The programme uses different forms of assessment to test intellectual development, vocational capabilities and critical thinking. Assessments will be linked to business practices that allow you to develop your CV for future graduate level employment.

Who will be teaching you

Edge Hill Business School is home to a thriving research community, hosts a growing international partnership portfolio, and is a member of AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), the world’s largest management education network.

All of our staff are passionate about student learning and development. This business and economics degree has been designed by specialists in accountancy, business development, economics, human resource management, marketing, and the digital economy. The programme team includes several researchers who publish regularly while also working with local and national businesses and international research groups on cutting edge projects.

Entry criteria

Entry requirements

Typical offer 104-112 UCAS Tariff points. No specific subjects are required. You will also need GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or equivalent.

Example offers

Qualification	Requirement
A Level	BCC-BBC.
BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications)	Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM).
T Level	Overall grade of Merit.
International Baccalaureate (IB)	We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points.
Access to Higher Education Diploma	45 credits at Level 3, for example 9 credits at Distinction and 36 credits at Merit or 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations.

Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.

If you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven't been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.

English language requirements

International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.

If your current level of English is half a band, one band, or one-and-a-half bands lower, either overall or in one or two elements, you may want to consider our Pre-Sessional English course.

For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements

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How to apply

Apply online through UCAS

Read our guide to applying through UCAS to find out more about the application process.

Apply as an international student

Please see our international student pages for further information about how to apply as a prospective international student.

Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.

Facilities

A stunning £8million building provides impressive teaching and learning facilities for students in Edge Hill Business School.

Edge Hill Business School has invested in the creation of an interactive Bloomberg suite. The Bloomberg Terminal is a hardware and software system which offers real-time market data around the clock which is used by trading floors globally to provide industry insights, company credit information, currency exchange and share prices. This suite provides our students with the opportunity to learn how to analyse the markets, assess economic scenarios and interpret key data sets to review how these can impact on trading and the global economy.

Edge Hill Business School.

The contemporary three-storey building offers a 100-seat lecture theatre and modern seminar and meeting rooms. There are also social learning areas which encourage a more informal and interactive style of learning, in addition to an attractive roof garden and atrium.

Where you'll study

Business School

Finance

Tuition fees

£9,535

a year

£17,000

a year

This page will be updated with further information when it is available.

EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, as well as Irish nationals, may be eligible for the UK tuition fee rate.

Financial support

Subject to eligibility, UK students joining this course can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK students enrolling on the course may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.

Scholarships

We offer a range of scholarships, which celebrate the determination, commitment and achievement of our students. Many of our scholarships are awarded automatically. There are some however, where you will need to be involved in an application or nomination process. To find out more about our scholarships and check your eligibility, please visit our dedicated scholarships pages.

Money Matters

Please view the relevant Money Matters guide for comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK students.

Money Matters

EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme may be eligible to apply for financial support. Irish nationals can ordinarily apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). If you are an EU student who does not have settled or pre-settled status, or are an international student from a non-EU country, please see our international student finance pages.

Your future career

By the time you finish our business and economics degree, you’ll have developed a broad economic understanding and will have acquired skills that are sought after by both businesses and government organisations.

What can you do with a business and economics degree? Recent graduates have gone on to work for organisations like British Aerospace, Airbus, Bentley Motors, and HMRC. Wherever you find work, you’ll have the skills needed to react, strategise and plan for business growth and success.

Previous graduates have used their knowledge to enter careers across a diverse range of sectors, securing roles such as:

Operations manager
Project manager
Business and finance manager
Digital account manager
Business development manager
Economic and financial analyst

Applying for a graduate role isn’t your only option though. You could stay at Edge Hill to take your studies even further. We offer a range of postgraduate courses in business and management.

On this course you will gain affiliate membership of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), a globally recognised professional body, for the duration of your degree and one year after graduation.

On successful completion of your degree, you will also be awarded a CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership.

Course changes

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, however our courses are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.

Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of professional bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.