Our applied and student-centered approach to education helps identify your unique strengths and gives you the chance to forge your own path, with support and academic guidance every step of the way. Immersed in this dynamic environment, you will have access to cutting-edge resources and will be able to customize your program by adding complementary courses, advanced seminars, internships and IEU Labs. Depending on your academic and professional interests, in the fourth year, you can choose from two concentrations: Country, Sector & Policy Analysis, or Economic and Financial Analysis for Business.
Studying abroad is just one of the many ways IE University allows you to discover global perspectives and gain cross-cultural insights. The chance to live and study in another country will open you up to new possibilities, ideas, and worldviews. It’s a life-changing experience that will stay with you long after graduation.
The IE University experience involves much more than academic studies. Our practice-based methodology takes you beyond the classroom walls and straight to the frontlines of the industry you’re passionate about. We offer an exceptional range of opportunities that allow you to tailor your studies to your specific career goals and enhance your employability by obtaining extra qualifications.
Students receive academic guidance from tutors and advisors who provide direction, encouraging the integration of the different degree elements. Build a personalized academic program that matches your professional aspirations.
IEU Labs are IE University’s alternative to traditional internships. Designed for first- and second-year students seeking high-level internship placements, the IE Labs provide a hands-on, internship-like, on-campus experience, where you work on projects for leading companies and institutions in a variety of sectors.
Holding them as one of its values, IE University understands the Humanities are key to understanding the reality of our world, and applying critical thinking skills to complex, global challenges. Students can select which Humanities course to complete, based on their interests.
Advanced Seminars complement the core degree by giving students deeper knowledge of subjects in a very diverse area of studies.
Additionally, students can take part in several internships, gaining professional skills and enhancing that highly valued international profile.
Aside from mastering Spanish, our students can decide to study other relevant languages of today’s globalized world, including French, Portuguese, German, Arabic, or Chinese.
Students are expected to design a budget that balances a fictional country’s books and to satisfy all the ministries’ competing needs. Working in teams, students put into practice policies, theories, and variables they had studied throughout the year to produce a viable strategy for economic policy. The exercise is a perfect case of learn by doing.
Check out the annual IE Model United Nations competition that brings students from all over the world to the IE Tower to discuss pressing issues of the global agenda.
Our Bachelor in Economics students have the opportunity to participate in various international Model United Nations competitions. From Harvard National Model UN to Geneva International Model UN or Rey Juan Carlos University Model UN, our students are encouraged to get involved in these competitions no matter where they are in the world. They can also participate in other competitions such as the Model of Economic Institutions (MEI Madrid).
As part of the partnership between IE University and Brown University, students are awarded scholarships to participate in the Brown University Summer Program, held annually at Brown University’s campus in the US. Upon completion of the course, students will receive two certificates: one from IE University and one from Brown University. Students are eligible to receive 3 ECTS credits that can be applied towards their IE University degree.
IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs has an overarching agreement with the United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) , which empowers our students to become the global leaders of tomorrow.
Students of the Bachelor in Economics can participate in the Summer Research Program, organized jointly with the UNSSC, which gives our students the opportunity to learn more about academic research as well as gain an in-depth understanding of the UN system.
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The Bachelor in Economics at IE University is for individuals who are passionate about analytical thinking and data, and interested in understanding the complexity of the principles that underpin economics in the digital and tech era.
An example of exchange in economic activities is a consumer buying a product from a business in exchange for money. The consumer values the product more than the money they pay for it, while the business values the money more than the product they are selling. This exchange benefits both parties and is a fundamental concept in economics.
There is no single "best" country for pursuing a Bachelor of Economics degree, as different universities and programs can offer different strengths and advantages. Ultimately, the choice of where to pursue a Bachelor of Economics degree will depend on factors such as the individual's interests, career goals, and financial resources, as well as the reputation and resources of the universities and programs available in the desired location.
The best way to study for Econ (Economics) can vary depending on the individual's learning style and the specific course or material being studied. Through the hands-on teaching methodology at IE University, students from the Bachelor in Economics will find the perfect ideal balance between what is studied throughout their degree and the projects that are applied based on real-world scenarios.
Most economics graduates go on to work in a variety of fields, including finance, consulting, government, education, and research. Some common career paths for economics graduates include roles in banking and finance, data analysis, market research, public policy analysis, and teaching. Graduates may also pursue further education, such as a Master's degree or a Ph.D., to deepen their knowledge and skills in economics or related fields.
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