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Study Details: 1-2 Years
Our Economics MA is designed to provide you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to succeed in a range of careers. You'll develop comprehensive knowledge of advanced economic concepts, the expertise to make complex economic decisions, and a socially responsible mindset grounded in ethical and sustainable practices.
You'll explore advanced micro and macroeconomic theory, from decision-making, fiscal sustainability and monetary policy to examining the impact of new challenges such as AI and financial innovation. There’s an emphasis on how societies around the world are changing their economic systems, social frameworks, and technologies to adapt to global challenges such as energy security and climate migration.
Public sector economics and policy making are studied, tackling real-world challenges such as spending on key areas including health, welfare and education. You’ll also build practical skills in key tools such as cost benefit analysis and social choice theory to support effective evidence-based policy decisions.
Central to this programme is a strong focus on advancing your professional development and providing practical industry engagement opportunities, strategically enhancing your employability. You’ll connect with experienced professionals, gain insights into the latest trends in your chosen field and have the opportunity to work directly with an organisation to develop solutions for a current business issue, gaining valuable real-world skills.
Our programme provides the flexibility to align your studies to your career aspirations through a core Professional Project. You can choose to undertake a research project, consultancy project, or a strategic business proposal.
Sustainability, ethics and responsible business practices are embedded throughout and by completing Keele Business School’s Sustainability Passport you’ll demonstrate your ability to incorporate sustainability practices in a professional context.
Located in an innovation park that fosters collaboration between academia and industry, Keele’s campus offers a supportive learning environment designed to prepare you to excel in the dynamic world of global business.
2:2 degree in any subject
or
demonstrated relevant professional qualifications or experience
Studying on this programme will give you an outstanding training in economics providing you with an exceptional combination of transferable skills and economic knowledge you can take forward into a successful career in the field. You’ll be well placed to pursue careers in public and private sectors finance, banking, local authorities, international institutions and NGOs upon successful completion, securing roles such as research consultants, policy analysts, economic development officers, data analysts or economic policy advisors. You could also progress to undertake further postgraduate studies at PhD level.
Advanced Economic Models and Applications
Business Consultancy Project
Public Economics and Public Policy
Climate crisis, energy and world economy
Professional Development and Industry Insights
Research Methods
Professional Project
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