Business Management with Economics

A Brighton Business Management with Economics degree prepares you for numerous rewarding career paths, including roles in management, consultancy, financial analysis, project leadership and entrepreneurship.

Business Management with Economics at Brighton is taught by our School of Business and Law which is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) – a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.

Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and live brief modules across the course. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

Recent graduates from this course have gone on to work as market and planning analysts, business development specialists, futures traders and in other roles across areas such as finance, banking and healthcare.

Top reasons to choose this course
• Comprehensive first year – all our Business Management degrees start with the same core modules, giving you a strong understanding of key areas such as marketing, entrepreneurship and finance before you specialise in economics.



• Customise your degree from year two with a selection of option modules, allowing you to dive deeper into different areas of business management and economics.



• Learn with our experienced academic team and guest speakers who bring real-world business and economics knowledge into the classroom.



• You will be working on live client briefs and practical projects throughout your course, giving you experience that mirrors the way businesses operate.



• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year to apply your learning in a real-world setting – our students have completed placements at companies including American Express, BMW, Electronic Arts, IBM and Microsoft.



Why Brighton is a great place to study Business Management with Economics
Less than an hour from central London, Brighton & Hove is home to an active financial and business hub, with large employers, innovative start-ups and specialist consultancies. Through guest lectures, placements and networking opportunities, you’ll gain valuable industry insights and connections to support your future career.

Named one of the best cities on the planet and third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton is also a bustling hub for technology and entrepreneurship.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. 100% of courses offer work experience, and opportunities like placements and study abroad will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025).

Located on the south coast, students benefit from living and studying in the 3rd best city in the UK (Time Out). It’s independent and inclusive; a place where everyone belongs. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university.

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