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American University of Sharjah/Programmes/Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Economics

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Economics

BSBAUndergraduateBusiness & Finance

About This Programme

The Economics major of the AACSB-accredited BSBA, applying economic analysis to business, markets and strategy. Prepares graduates for roles in banking, consulting, analytics and corporate strategy.

Course Highlights

  • Business-embedded economics major within the shared BSBA core
  • 15 credits of major requirements plus 12 credits of economics electives
  • Econometrics and managerial-economics training for data-informed decisions
  • Applied focus on money and banking, international economics and industrial organization

What You'll Study

The AACSB business core plus an economics major that pairs intermediate micro/macro theory with applied econometrics and managerial economics.

Common Business Core (Years 1–2)

  • ACC 201 Fundamentals of Financial Accounting3 credits
  • BUS 100 Introduction to Business3 credits
  • ISA 201 Fundamentals of Information Systems and Business Analytics3 credits
  • MGT 201 Fundamentals of Management3 credits
  • MTH 102 Calculus for Business3 credits
  • ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics3 credits
  • MKT 201 Fundamentals of Marketing3 credits
  • QBA 201 Quantitative Business Analysis3 credits
  • ACC 202 Fundamentals of Managerial Accounting3 credits
  • ECO 202 Principles of Macroeconomics3 credits
  • FIN 201 Fundamentals of Financial Management3 credits
  • SCM 202 Operations Management3 credits
  • IEN 301 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mindset3 credits

Economics Major Requirements (Years 3–4, 15 credits)

  • ECO 301 Intermediate Microeconomics3 credits
  • ECO 302 Intermediate Macroeconomics3 credits
  • ECO 330 Money and Banking3 credits
  • ECO 351 Introduction to Econometrics3 credits
  • ECO 401 Managerial Economics3 credits

Capstone & Integration

  • MGT 406 Business Policy and Strategy (capstone)3 credits
  • BUS 397 Business Internship0 credits
  • Economics major electives (300-level+ ECO)12 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A secondary-school average of about 85% (or in the best two of the last three years), with UAE Ministry of Education equivalency where required. American-curriculum applicants take the SAT or EmSAT mathematics test.
English: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS Academic 6.5, or EmSAT Achieve English 1550.

Applicants below the English threshold may enter via the Achievement Academy Bridge Program.

Careers

Graduates apply economic analysis in banking, consulting, market analysis, corporate strategy and public policy, or continue to graduate study.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

AACSB-accredited School of Business Administration; UAE CAA-licensed

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Economics

Start Date

August 2026 (Fall; also Spring & Summer intakes)

Typical Offer

85%+ secondary-school average (best years), IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80; math completed in the final 3 years at grade B or equivalent

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Business & Finance

Campus

Sharjah

Course Type

Economics major

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 110,876/yr

Apply online at apply.aus.edu. A non-refundable application fee of AED 400 + 5% VAT applies, and a AED 5,000 seat-reservation deposit confirms your place. AUS offers extensive merit, need-based and athletic scholarships.

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