Business Economics (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from Coventry University campus.<br/><br/>This course aims to provide you with a solid grounding for a career path across business and economics.<br/><br/>The foundation year seeks to provide the fundamental knowledge and skill set in a range of mathematical and business principles, as well as the theories and concepts involved in investment risk and professional ethics. Students who successfully complete their foundation year will then progress onto the Business Economics BSc (Hons) degree within Coventry University’s Business School.<br/><br/>The degree part of the course covers current real-world issues and aims to help you understand how economics can be applied to solve problems and address challenges affecting businesses, financial organisations and wider society.<br/><br/>**Key benefits of the degree**<br/>* Tailor your studies as our wide range of economics and finance degrees share a common first year and aim to offer you opportunities to achieve a thorough grounding in economic and financial concepts and principles.<br/><br/><br/>* Build industry insight and learn from experienced staff who have worked extensively in economics and hear from industry professionals who in the past, have included speakers from HM Treasury, Lloyds Bank, Barclays, and the European Commission (staff may be subject to change).<br/><br/><br/>* Explore both microeconomics and macroeconomics with extensive exposure to how businesses and other organisations operate in a global context, drawing on business case studies from the UK and internationally.<br/><br/><br/>* Develop highly sought-after skills in economic analysis as well as a wide range of transferable skills relevant for a variety of career paths including those in business, finance, and the public sector.<br/><br/><br/>* Access maths and statistics support via our sigma centre through drop-in sessions and bookable appointments with experienced tutors.<br/><br/><br/>See our website for further details.

Studying at Coventry’s city centre campus will give you everything you need. There is a range of affordable accommodation options in their university-owned hall of residence, which are situated less than a 10-minute walk away!<br/><br/>Coventry also offer their students a unique programme, Phoenix+. This scheme gives you opportunities to enhance your skills and experiences so you can confidently step out into the world as a graduate. You’ll be equipped with employability skills and career development advice from day one to graduation and beyond.<br/><br/>Coventry’s Talent Team can also help you prepare for your career with everything from CV writing to securing an internship. You’ll also have access to a Success Coach who will work with you to build a personal success plan and ensure you make the most out of your university experience.<br/><br/>Get in touch today to find out more about the campus and where you’ll study!