Economics

Why Economics in Cardiff

Cardiff University’s Business School holds both AACSB International and AMBA accreditations, placing it among the world’s leading institutions. What distinguishes the school is its position as the first Public Value Business School—a model that balances economic development with social responsibility. Employment outcomes reflect this quality: 93% of graduates secure positions or continue their studies within 15 months, supported by Wales’ largest trading floor. This 56-seat facility features Bloomberg, Refinitiv Datastream, and Global Investor simulators, allowing students to develop market skills before entering professional practice.

Business Economics (Undergraduate)

The Business Economics (BSc) program merges rigorous economic theory with applied disciplines—management, corporate law, marketing, and finance—preparing graduates who can navigate complex commercial environments. First-year students establish foundations in macro- and microeconomics alongside quantitative methods, while the third year shifts toward entrepreneurship, regulation, and strategic management. Specialization options range from labor markets to environmental economics, opening career paths in consulting, regulatory bodies, government agencies, and financial services.

Economics (Undergraduate)

Economics (BSc) teaches students to apply mathematical and statistical tools when analyzing behavior across individuals, firms, and markets. The program emphasizes model-building—distilling complex realities into frameworks that yield actionable insights. Second-year coursework delves into econometrics, revealing patterns within interconnected economic data, while third-year students gain complete module autonomy. Learning formats mirror professional demands through 24-hour analytical briefs, presentations, and video assignments that replicate challenges graduates will encounter in practice.

Economics at Cardiff University (Postgraduate)

The Economics (MSc) program prepares specialists for government bodies, international organizations, consulting firms, and central banks by focusing on advanced analytical methods. Faculty draw from their own research and consulting experience when teaching these techniques, while the Career Enhancer team facilitates connections with employers—from multinational corporations to social enterprises. This network provides access to real-world cases, guest lectures, and field research that become integral to the curriculum.

Financial Economics (Postgraduate)

Financial Economics (MSc) targets students with foundational economic knowledge who aim for analyst roles in fund management, investment banking, or corporate treasury. The program examines how financial institutions make decisions by integrating microeconomic principles with macroeconomic dynamics. Students access the 56-seat trading floor to earn Bloomberg certification and master computational methods like E-views, using trading simulations that reproduce actual market conditions and refine skills before professional deployment begins.