BSc (Hons) Economics and Business Management

The BSc Economics and Accounting is a full-time, three-year undergraduate degree offered by the University of Southampton. This degree provides students with a robust understanding of economic theory, alongside the practical skills needed to apply this knowledge in business or finance. Course Content: Students study a blend of compulsory and optional modules, covering areas such as finance, management, marketing and accounting. Core subjects provide a solid foundation in understanding economics principles and theories. This is then extended to interpreting economic trends, analysing financial information, and applying relevant information in decision-making contexts.Key Modules: The first year of the programme includes Introduction to Accounting and Finance, Economic Principles, Principles of Management, and Marketing Principles. Second-year modules range from Management Accounting, Microeconomic Theory, to Corporate Finance. In the final year, students tackle topics such as Financial Reporting, Macroeconomic Theory, Financial Risk Management and may also choose to complete an independent study in economics or accounting.Accreditations: This course is accredited by major professional bodies including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) and the Chartered Institute of Public Finance (CIPFA).Future Careers: Graduates from this course typically go into a wide range of professions and industries. Popular career choices include roles as economists, accountants, business analysts, investment banking analysts, and public sector roles. This degree also provides an excellent foundation for postgraduate studies.For more information about this course, please visit the official course page.