International Business And Economics
International business and economics is a degree that equips you to analyse some of the biggest questions facing business and the global economy, from the implications of trade policy and globalisation to the dynamics of emerging markets and the economic consequences of geopolitical shifts. Economics provides the theoretical tools to understand how markets work, how incentives shape behaviour, and how policy choices produce their effects. International business adds the applied and managerial dimension, examining how firms operate across borders, how different regulatory and cultural environments affect strategy, and what it takes to build and sustain a competitive business in global markets.
At Aston University, this four-year programme gives you the analytical frameworks to approach global business and economic questions from a rigorous perspective. You will study microeconomics and macroeconomics, quantitative methods, international trade theory, and applied economics alongside core business topics including strategy, marketing, finance, and operations management in international contexts. Aston's strong industry connections and its location in Birmingham, the UK's second city and a major hub for international business, give the degree good links to professional practice.
The programme runs over four years and includes a year abroad, giving you the opportunity to study at a partner institution in another country, broadening your international perspective and developing the adaptability that careers in global business require.
Graduates from international business and economics degrees move into roles across a wide range of sectors, including financial services, management consultancy, economic analysis, international trade and development organisations, government, and corporate strategy in multinational companies. The combination of economic rigour and business acumen is valued wherever complex commercial decisions need to be made with reference to both quantitative analysis and strategic judgement. Postgraduate study in economics, international business, or a related field is a natural next step.