BSc (Hons) Economics & Finance
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English,
PACE
Full time
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Key Summary
Introduction
- Unique combination of Economics with Finance.
- Top 10 in the UK for Economics.
- Professionally accredited content: CISI, CIMA.
- Expert teaching: Greek University professors & practitioners.
With professional accreditation and strong input from employers, this degree equips you to undertake economic research and analysis, handle complex financial data sources, diagnose problems and take the strategic decisions expected of an applied economist.
Because the course is accredited by the Chartered Institution for Securities and Investment (CISI), it will stand you in good stead for achieving a globally recognised professional qualification alongside your degree. On successful completion of the degree, you will also gain exemptions towards the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualifications, meaning you can achieve membership of this professional body quicker, accelerating your career progression.
What you will study
Your studies will cover a broad range of microeconomic and macroeconomic issues, quantitative methods, computing techniques and business performance concepts. We also give you a solid understanding of how various economic systems work, the impact of government policies and the performance of different economies worldwide.
During the course, you will have access to real financial market data, you will conduct live consultancy projects and you’ll have the opportunity for internship at one of our partner organisations.
Why choose this course
- One of the few courses in Greece to combine Economics with Finance.
- The degree is awarded by the University of Derby, a Top 10 UK University for Economics (Student Satisfaction & Teaching Quality - Complete University Guide & Times University Guide 2022).
- It is highly applied, with content accredited by leading professional bodies: the Chartered Institution for Securities and Investment (CISI), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
- You will be taught by prominent, well-published University professors, who comprise the course’s advisory board.
- You will conduct a consultancy project in one of our partner organisations and you will have access to real financial market data.
- You will become a bilingual Economist, with exceptional academic and career prospects.
Admissions
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
We offer partial scholarships to international students ranging from 20%-35%
Curriculum
The BSc (Hons) Economics & Finance is a highly practical applied degree. Every day brings a fresh challenge to broaden your professional outlook. You may find yourself analysing news reports, creating strategy documents, interpreting financial reports, undertaking research tasks, harnessing the latest software, delivering presentations, videos and broadcast interviews, tracking your own portfolio of investments, or analysing information from Bloomberg on international markets and organisations.
Employers are closely involved in shaping our degrees. They provide real-world case studies, practical scenarios and consultancy projects which will enhance the currency of your studies.
Courses
Year 1
- Finance & Business Performance
- Academic & Digital Skills for Professionals
- Introductory Microeconomics
- Introduction to Macroeconomic Concepts & Data
- Introductory Quantitative Analysis
- Market Failure Analysis
- English I
Year 2
- Current Debates in Applied Economic Theory
- Industrial Economics
- Applied Intermediate Macroeconomics
- Data Analysis
- Financial Markets & Instruments
- Corporate Finance
- English II
Year 3
- Investing & Financial Market Behaviour
- Financial Risk Management
- Econometrics
- Corporate Governance
- Applied Economics Project
Career Opportunities
Degree recognition
Your degree is recognised in Greece as professionally equivalent to degrees awarded by Greek state universities. It is also recognised by the UK NARIC as the academic and professional equivalent of any UK degree.
Postgraduate study
An Economics & Finance degree allows you to choose among a great variety of postgraduate or professional courses. At Mediterranean College, you can study towards:
- MBA Global
- MBA Global Finance
- MBA Global Shipping
- MBA Global Hospitality
- MSc Marketing Management
- MSc Human Resources Management
- MSc International Hospitality Management
- MSc Big Data Analytics
Alternatively, you can opt for an accredited CPD course at Mediterranean Professional Studies:
- Digital & Social Media Marketing
- Leadership & Human Resources Management
- Marketing & Sales Management
- Global Operations & Logistics
- Shipping
- Hotel & Tourism Management
- Healthcare Management
- Sports Management
Career prospects
As a BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance graduate, you will have a powerful combination of applied skills which are valued across the public, private and voluntary sectors worldwide. This course could be your stepping stone to a lucrative graduate training scheme or a well-rewarded financial consultancy role.
You will discover fulfilling career opportunities not only in international business, consultancy and finance but also in government departments, development agencies, charities and not-for-profit organisations.
Program Admission Requirements
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.