Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Economics
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
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.