COURSE CURRICULUM

The Economics and Management degree at Sussex provides students with a comprehensive understanding of both economics and business, equipping them with the analytical, quantitative, and managerial skills needed for modern careers. In the first year, students build a strong foundation through core modules covering economics, accounting, mathematics for finance, macroeconomics, microeconomics, business management, and organisational behaviour, alongside developing digital and decision-making skills. In the second year, the focus broadens to include advanced economics, management of operations, marketing, innovation, statistics, and information systems, with optional modules allowing students to explore areas such as environmental economics and global economic history. The third year centres on strategy and further specialised options, including behavioural economics, financial econometrics, industrial organisation, international trade, climate change economics, entrepreneurship, leadership, and public management. The program encourages students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical contexts, examining how economic principles influence business decisions, markets, and organisations. Emphasis on quantitative methods, critical thinking, and problem-solving ensures that graduates can analyse complex data, interpret economic trends, and make informed decisions. By combining economic insight with management expertise, the course prepares students for careers in business, finance, consultancy, government, international organisations, and entrepreneurship, while also providing a strong foundation for further study or professional development in economics and management-related fields.