Business Economics [with placement year]

Study the principles of business management alongside economic theory and practice, and gain an understanding of the ‘bigger picture’.

If you aspire to a successful business career, but also want to gain a wider appreciation of the science of economics and how it influences business practice on the ground, this is the course for you.

You’ll discover how economic theories apply to real world business decisions preparing you with the skills and knowledge for climb the ladder in the workplace. At the same time, you’ll explore big, up-to-the-minute ideas and debates in economics.

Why ARU?


• Study a unique combination of management theory and economic factors.



• Debate big ideas and current topics, fostering critical thinking and intellectual curiosity.



• Get hands-on with real-world economic and business challenges, gaining valuable experience.



• Explore subjects from sustainability in business to applied economics and financial economics.



• Prepare for roles such as Business Analyst, Economic Consultant, Policy Advisor and Management Consultant.



• Develop critical thinking, analytical skills and the ability to interpret data for business decision-making.

At ARU, you’ll be supported from day one with wellbeing services, money advice and careers guidance to help you through university and beyond.

Their courses are built around the skills and experience employers value. ARU are proud to be in the top 20% of UK universities for teaching quality (TEF 2023), and ranked #1 in the East of England, and #8 in the UK, for UG graduates in senior roles 15 months after gradudation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025). You'll have access to fantastic facilities thanks to £95m of investment - think SuperLabs, TV studios, law courts, mock hospital wards, gaming studios and more.

Wherever you're heading, ARU will help you get there.