Business Economics/Philosophy (SocSci) MA (Hons)

Business Economics is the study of economic concepts of relevance to modern business. With a focus on real-world case studies and the latest research, our curriculum equips you to develop a sound understanding of the resource allocation issues facing business corporations and the envi-ronment in which they operate. <br/><br/>You will be empowered with the analytical tools and strategic insights needed to navigate complex, changing economic landscapes. With a faculty at the forefront of economic research and a vibrant learning community, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of how economic forces drive business decisions and global markets, setting you on a path towards success in the world of business and economics. Philosophy is the systematic attempt to arrive at clear answers to profound questions about issues such as knowledge, life, morality, science and human nature using reason and argument. <br/><br/><strong>Why study this course at the University of Glasgow?</strong> <br/><br/>You will study the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics, but you will also have the opportunity to apply economic concepts and models specifically to the decisions facing businesses. <br/><br/>You will also be encouraged to explore your fields of interest, such as government policy, developing countries and international trade. The Adam Smith Business School is triple accredited. Triple-crown accreditation signals the Adam Smith Business School meets the highest global standards in education and research. This recognition validates the quality of education provided and enhances graduates’ employability, placing us in the top league of international business schools. We host reading parties for students, usually in the Highlands, and have a flourishing undergraduate Philosophy Society. <br/><br/><strong>Career Prospects?</strong> <br/><br/>Our graduates develop skills in research, analysis, communication, teamworking, decision making and problem solving. Recent graduates have been employed, among many other organisations, by: <br/><br/>HMRC <br/><br/>PwC <br/><br/>Barclays <br/><br/>DESMI Africa <br/><br/>Taleveras Group. You will develop transferable skills and attributes which will be valuable in your future career. These include the ability to evaluate arguments and interpret texts, the facility to be analytical, the skill to think and write clearly and precisely, and the capacity to question assumptions. <br/><br/>Some of our graduates go on to study for postgraduate degrees in Philosophy and to teach in universities. Examples of recent destinations for Philosophy graduates include: <br/><br/>Hydrogen Group (recruitment consultant) <br/><br/>Hopscotch Films (TV researcher) <br/><br/>The Guardian (audience editor) <br/><br/>Civil Service fast track (Treasury and MoD).