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A UNIQUE BACHELOR IN ECONOMICS
The study plan for the Bachelor in Economics at IE University has been designed with the prestigious academic experience at its core, our academic faculty’s expert knowledge and research in each area, and the linkages between the University and the professional world.
The Bachelor in Economics aims to teach young ambitious individuals to build the proper skill set to become professionals capable of facing real-world challenges.
Through our hands-on teaching methodology, 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.
This will aid them to develop profiles that are able to adapt to new trends happening now in the 21st century.
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FIRST YEAR
Preparing for the future of economics requires professionals that understand the very basics of the field and have the skills that adapt to the rapidly changing world we live in. Throughout your first year, you will set the foundations for the rest of your four years by mixing basic economics skills with a modern twist of new challenges. Focusing on the fundamentals of economics while touching on modern programming and writing skills that will prepare you to take on deeper and more complex challenges that are to come. You will touch on theories and begin research to understand how to solve new problems that the world is currently facing.
SECOND YEAR
Understanding how the economy is shaped and governed in different societies around the world is fundamental for a successful future in this field. During your second year, you will begin refining your mathematics, decision-making and strategy skills, entering the study of human behavior and the new economy. Analyzing and interpreting information to understand how it affects the economy. Learning new tools and exploring different situations in order to propose new solutions.
THIRD YEAR
Innovation, technology and GovTech are disrupting this field to the next level. In your third year, you will dive deeper in the technology that is forcing rapid changes to the field. Learn firsthand and keep up to date with the latest strategies that will give you the ability to make the right decisions. Hone your critical thinking skills to prepare you for a future that is becoming more digital than ever. The economist that know how to analyze with different platforms and make decisions based on data are the ones that will make an impact.
FOURTH YEAR
Adapt your last year to your interests and focus. By choosing the track in Economic and Financial Analysis for Business, you will do research and focus more on the digital direction that the economy is turning to while applying it to business. In the track on Country, Sector and Policy Analysis you will concentrate on the political science spectrum, on policies, and how cities and environments are shaping the path of the economy.
BACHELOR IN ECONOMICS Tracks
COUNTRY, SECTOR & POLICY ANALYSIS
Studying economics allows you to specialize in the intersection of the private and public sectors. The Country, Sector & Policy Analysis track gives you a deep dive into topics such as economic policy, country risk analysis, strategic sectors and international consulting. You’ll build the knowledge and skills that will prepare you to lead and succeed in different fields.
IS FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE…
interested in understanding how regions, societies and economies face a constantly evolving array of new technologies, ideas, and problems and how this change is playing out in key strategic sectors, from consulting or research to sustainability, energy, labor markets or global governance.
LOOKING FOR…
the knowledge and tools to research and deeply understand the internal and external dynamics that drive industries, regions and countries, and to design effective organizational and country strategies for growth, sustainability and impact.
TO BECOME…
- an international consultant
- an economic researcher in a private company
- an economics or policy analyst in a multilateral organization, impact investment company or think tank
- a business-development or data analyst in international development
ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL ANALYSIS FOR BUSINESS
Studying economics allows you to specialize in the intersection of the private and public sectors. The Economic and Financial Analysis track gives you in-depth insights into topics such as digital banking, blockchain and cryptocurrencies. You’ll build the knowledge and skills that will prepare you to analyze technological impacts in the financial and economic sectors.
IS FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE…
interested in gaining a comprehensive and analytical understanding of finance and risk in the financial and economic sectors, including the concepts of risk analysis, decision-making, economic analysis and real-world finance cases, in industries ranging from fintech and digital banking to asset and portfolio management. It’s especially suitable for those who are eager to succeed in the global finance sector.
LOOKING FOR…
an understanding of economic systems through analytical lenses, such as econometrics, risk management, and finance, as well as firsthand insight into how financial analysis is applied to the valuation of companies, how to manage the assets of your business based on investment objectives, and how to gain a competitive edge in trading.
TO BECOME…
- a financial analyst in a bank
- a trader or trading analyst
- a fintech consultant or analyst
- a financial research analyst
- a quantitative research analyst
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INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGY
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Frequently Asked Questions
HOW HARD IS THE BACHELOR IN ECONOMICS?
It requires rigorous quantitative and analytical coursework, but is achievable with dedication and support from professors, tutors and classmates.
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IS THE ECONOMICS MAJOR A LOT OF MATH?
Yes — it involves significant statistical and quantitative analysis, including coursework in statistics and econometrics.
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CAN I STUDY ECONOMICS IF I AM BAD AT MATH?
Yes — the program builds quantitative skills progressively across all 4 years, so no advanced math background is required to start.
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WHAT SUBJECTS ARE INCLUDED IN THE ECONOMICS DEGREE SYLLABUS?
Foundational economics and programming in year 1, human behavior and decision-making in year 2, technology and GovTech in year 3, and a specialization track in year 4.
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IS ECONOMICS SIMILAR TO FINANCE?
They overlap but differ — the Economic and Financial Analysis for Business track goes deep into digital banking, blockchain and cryptocurrencies, closer to finance than the general curriculum.
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WHAT REAL ORGANIZATIONS PARTNER WITH THIS PROGRAM?
GESDA (Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator) and the IFC (International Finance Corporation), both confirmed as strategic partnerships of this economics bachelor degree.
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