Overview

By studying Economics of Business and Management programme offered by University of Essex you will gain advanced training in modern microeconomics, contract and incentive theory, and strategic firm behaviour while applying these frameworks to business and management challenges. Build expertise in quantitative analysis and communication skills that employers in finance, consultancy, government, and international business demand.

Your future

Who should apply

Graduates ready to specialise in economics applied to business and management

Consultants and professionals looking to boost their analytical and decision-making edge

Future leaders in finance, government, or multinational corporations

Ambitious researchers preparing for doctoral study in applied economics

What you’ll learn

Core economic principles: Build strong foundations in microeconomics, statistical methods, and the economics of business decision-making

The firm and strategy: Understand contract theory, incentives, and how competition between firms shapes markets

Applied specialisms: Choose from areas such as behavioural economics, banking, game theory, and asset pricing to match your interests

Transferable expertise: Develop critical thinking, communication, and collaborative skills valued across business, finance, and government sectors

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Decisions, Markets and Information

Quantitative Economics

Industrial Organisation

Economics of Incentives

Capstone Project Preparation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-08 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

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We recommend that you apply as soon as you are able to as courses may occasionally close early.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics Business Administration Management Studies View 720 other Masters in Business Administration in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:2 degree in any discipline. Your degree must include at least one module in one of these subjects:

Accounting

Economics

Business

Finance

Management

Maths

Statistics

We will also consider applicants with any other 2:2 degree or above where there is one year's relevant work experience after graduating.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24675 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

15750 GBP / year

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Living costs

Colchester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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