Bachelor in Economics

If you choose to study the Bachelor in Economics, then you will study the first two years in Segovia and the last two years in Madrid.

* Final authorization to teach all four years of this program years in Madrid still pending.

DRIVE ECONOMICS IN THE DIGITAL ERA

The ever changing economic sector must integrate the digital technologies that shape our lives. The internet of things, artificial intelligence, machine learning, analytics, and big data affect decision making and policy, and create new opportunities in the local and global economic landscape. Traditional economics often underestimates the impact that new technologies have on societies, governments and businesses. In this program, you will study the implications of automation, e-platforms, and circular and sharing economy, which are often excluded in regular economic programs.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN SPECIALIZATION

After building solid foundations in economics during the first three years of the program you will be able to specialize in two different ¬fields during you fourth academic year. These specializations, designed to give you the tools necessary to drive different areas within economics, will help you tailor your studies to your own needs. One possibility is to specialize in Country, Sector and Policy Analysis to better understand how governments and different sectors play an important role in the economy. The other possibility is to specialize in Economic and Financial Analysis for Business to dive deeper on how the economy affects ¬ financial markets and business performance across different industries and sectors.

UNDERSTAND SOCIETY AND HUMAN BEHAVIOR

The foundations of traditional economics have been constructed with an assumption of rational human behavior and optimal decision-making. But research has shown that human conduct is reshaping economic principles that were once thought to be written in stone. In this bachelor, you will explore and study behavioral economics, experimental economics and behavioral nudging which gain more relevance in the field every day.

GAIN A GLOBAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE ECONOMY

You will study the economy from a global perspective to comprehend its impact on international relations, governments and organizations. In this program, you will explore topics like public affairs, governance, trade and crisis management allowing you to understand the dynamics that underpin the economic reality that drives our world. This broad approach to the study of economics will allow you to develop the skills necessary to become a successful economist capable of tackling challenges on an international scale.

IE School of Human Sciences and Technology

At HST, our end goal is to train the next generation of changemakers through programs taught by the best professionals in the industry who understand the power of technology, human behavior and communication, and how these are intertwined.

IE School of Global and Public Affairs

IE School of Global and Public Affairs is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research, shaping leaders able to understand a complex, and fast-changing world.

Juergen Foecking

"With the emergence of big data, the next generation of economists have the tools to extract insights and even wisdom. This will allows students to interpret new truths and uncover new possibilities. Students will always need to remain critical and ask the right questions, but the future of the financial world is more open than ever."

Andrew Bertoli

"No matter the personal and professional goals you set for yourself, the key to success is to find routines that you enjoy. Once you discover what those are, you should make a science out of them to become an expert in that area of life."

Social media plays an important role in economics

Time is precious, and if you take into account the fact that the average individual spends around 6 hours and 42 minutes online each day—that’s more than 100 days spent online each year—you can begin to understand why companies are now making a conscious effort to win over their customers’ interests.

Sharing is caring

Digital technology has made way for the rise of the sharing economy—a system in which individuals share their goods and services with strangers to make a profit.