BSc Economics and Business Economics

3 years

Duration

September

Start Date

EU/EAA: € 2,530 per year
Non-EU/EAA: € 9,800 per year

Tuition Fee

Maastricht, Netherlands

Location

Overview

From individuals to businesses and governments, we all make choices every day. Economics is the science of choice, from the personal (Why do you buy what you do?) to the public (How do government policies affect consumer behaviour?). Business economics, meanwhile, is about solving specific problems within companies. The Economics and Business Economics program is offered by Maastricht University.

Understanding the choices that all these players make is essential in today’s globalising society, where consumer choices and business opportunities are multiplying by the hour.

You’ll not only learn the economic theory but will also develop the practical skills for analysing specific problems and the professional skills for presenting your solutions.

You’ll be well-qualified to advise businesses, consumers and even policy makers on economic issues. This opens up a wide range of career opportunities to you and will help you succeed at whichever path you choose.

Why this programme?

In the Economics and Business Economics programme from Maastricht University, you’ll analyse business problems using tools from both economics and business:

  • Economics: quantitative skills, economic modelling, information management, knowledge management, network economics
  • Business: strategy, finance, accounting, banking, managerial economics

Economics looks at broader problems that relate to individuals, governments, and national as well as international economies. It’s a science that examines how markets work, how businesses and consumers behave, and how legislative and regulatory changes impact businesses and consumers. Business Economics covers economic problems within companies and how to solve them. You’ll develop the skills to examine economic issues from all angles and to come up with appropriate solutions.

Career prospects

Sound theoretical and practical knowledge? Check. Critical thinking and communication skills? Check. International experience? Check. With this degree, you tick the boxes on just about every employer’s checklist.

Our graduates go on to work in:

  • multinational organisations, such as the EU and the OECD
  • major financial institutions, like national banks, the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank
  • university research departments
  • the private sector, such as telecommunications companies
  • strategic, advisory or consultancy roles, e.g. in mergers and acquisitions

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“The Economics and Business Economics program stands out for its comprehensive approach to equipping students with all the necessary skills to navigate both the realms of business and the economics world. Through a well-rounded curriculum, students gain a deep understanding of economic theory, enabling them to analyze and interpret complex economic phenomena such as inflation, labor market dynamics and country risk. Furthermore, the program places a strong emphasis on empirical analysis, providing students with the tools to collect and interpret data, and make their own evidence-based decisions. By incorporating quantitative techniques into the coursework, students also develop strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.”

Linda Leonzini, Economics and Business Economics student