BSc Economics (Major) with Finance

The 'Economics Major with Finance BSc' is a course offering at Queen’s University Belfast. This degree program is designed with a focus on modern business and economics, along with a special emphasis on understanding the role of finance in the global economy. It equips students with a wide range of economic knowledge and the ability to apply this to financial institutions and markets.Course Content: The Economics Major with Finance BSc course is structured into several modules, covering key areas such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, financial markets, investment management, and international finance. These modules aim to develop students' understanding of basic economic concepts, methods, and applications alongside their understanding of financial markets and the economic and regulatory environment of corporate finance.Key Modules: While the course features a variety of modules, some key ones include `Quantitative Methods for Economists Part 1 and 2`, `Introduction to Economics`, `Conduct of Monetary Policy and International Finance`, `The World Economy`, `The Northern Ireland Economy`, and `Practice of Econometrics`. Future Careers: The Economics Major with Finance BSc prepares students for a wide range of careers. Graduates can find roles in areas such as financial management, investment banking, economic research, market analysis, risk management, and the public sector. Several graduates have also gone on to have successful careers in international organizations, consulting firms, and research institutes.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.