Business Management with Economics BSc

BScUndergraduateBusiness & Finance

Course Highlights

  • Strong links with industry mean that you get a rigorous academic study combining real practical focus, leading to excellent job opportunities for you.
  • The University of Birmingham is one of the UK's most consistently sought‑after universities by the UK’s top graduate employers, and has been for the last decade.
  • Be part of the next generation of responsible leaders. Our holds responsible and ethical practice at its core. You’ll be involved in our research from the start, applying what you are taught to real world problems and improving your communication skills.

What You'll Study

Engage in small class sizes, personalised one-to-one sessions with your tutor and learn from academics in the UK and Dubai. Experience a tailored approach to learning that helps you grow into a self-motivated, independent learner, supported by comprehensive guidance and resources for academic success. You will learn is by attending lectures, small tutorial classes. You will also have the opportunity to work in groups and make presentations – both skills that are highly valued by employers. Your progress is assessed through coursework and exams. Coursework takes a variety of forms, including reports, class tests, group presentations, essays and computer assignments. You must achieve satisfactory results to proceed to the next year. Your final degree is based on marks gained in the second and third years and credits which you build up throughout the whole programme.

Year 1

Foundation for Success Begin your journey by establishing a solid foundation in key subject areas such as marketing, communications, organisations, management, entrepreneurship, economics and accounting modules to kickstart your expertise.

  • Introduction to Marketing and Communications20 credits
  • Introduction to Mathematics for Economics20 credits
  • Organisations, Management and Entrepreneurship20 credits
  • Principles of Economics20 credits
  • Managing Financial Resources20 credits
  • Discover Management Education and Learning20 credits

Year 2

Deepening Knowledge and Specialisation Expand your understanding of Responsible Business, Research Methods, HRM or Project Management while delving into Microeconomics and Macroeconomics modules.

  • Business Strategy20 credits
  • Macroeconomics20 credits
  • Microeconomics20 credits
  • Research Methods20 credits
  • Responsible Business: Theory and Practice20 credits

You will need to choose 1 module from the following options:

  • Human Resource Management20 credits
  • Project Management20 credits

Year 3

Advanced Learning Dive into more advanced modules that cater to your interests and career goals, with options to specialize in Microeconomic or Macroeconomic Theory. Culminate your educational journey with a compulsory dissertation, showcasing your expertise in a chosen area of business and economics.

  • International Trade Theory and Policy20 credits
  • Data Management Strategies and Technologies20 credits
  • Small Business and Entrepreneurship20 credits
  • Dissertation40 credits

You will need to choose one of the following options:

  • Advanced Microeconomics20 credits
  • Advanced Macroeconomics20 credits

Entry Requirements

A Level: 3 A Levels. Typical offer AAB-BBB. GCSE Mathematics at grade A and English at grade B required. General Studies not accepted as an A2 subject but a good performance may be taken into account if you fail to meet the conditions of your offer and have General Studies as a fourth A2.
IB Diploma: 6,6,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall and SL/ HL Mathematics at 5.
English: To study at the University, you must be able to demonstrate a good level of written and spoken English. Many applicants do this by submitting a recent IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE result, or by completing a Presessional English course. The level of English language proficiency required varies depending on your level of study and subject area. You can view the full English language requirements, including accepted tests and required scores, on our entry requirements page for the Dubai campus.

Careers

Our courses have long been recognised by major employers across all sectors of the economy. We will help you plan, manage and achieve your career goals with the support of our on-campus career support. Our students find jobs in areas such as retail management, financial services, accountancy, motor manufacturing, management consultancy and pharmaceuticals. Some become self-employed. Graduates are highly sought after by employers for their exceptional drive, diversity, communication, and problem-solving skills. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and cultural awareness, our graduates' employability continues to rise significantly above national trends. In a competitive global market, you need to be ready for work before you graduate. At the University of Birmingham Dubai, our careers services will help you plan and achieve your ambitions. Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network Dubai information, advice, and guidance service offers support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities that propel you towards your career goal.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

This programme is accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Science

Start Date

September 2026

Typical Offer

AAB-BBB

Duration

3 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Business & Finance

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Major/minor

Tuition Fee

AED 134,922/yr

Tuition for September 2026 entry: AED 134,922 per year. To apply for an undergraduate programme, you will need to submit your application and supporting documents online. Choosing to study with the University of Birmingham Dubai is an exciting decision and you may have many questions on what to do next. Follow the steps below to help guide you through the process. How to apply Apply directly through the University of Birmingham Dubai Admissions portal (not UCAS); there is no application fee. A non-refundable AED 5,000 tuition deposit is payable on accepting an offer and is deducted from your fees. Decisions are usually issued within 10 working days.

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