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University of East Anglia UEA: International Business Economics
| Institution | University of East Anglia UEA View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Economics |
| Web | https://www.uea.ac.uk |
| admissions@uea.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01603 591515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Overview
Who really benefits from tariffs? What drives exchange rates? When are multi-national firms a cause for concern? These are just a few of the thought-provoking questions you'll explore on our MSc in International Business Economics.
The MSc is part of our Applied Training Programme – designed for people who may not have studied economics before, but want to develop skills in economics, with a particular focus on international economics and trade.
Our dynamic teaching takes a wide variety of forms, including lectures, workshops, student presentations, group activities, IT lab sessions, and visiting lectures. To help you hit the ground running, we also provide tailored structural support—including intensive pre-sessional training in calculus, statistical methods in an economic context, and an introduction to STATA, the econometrics software you’ll use throughout your course. You’ll benefit from hands-on training in a range of online data sources, equipping you with the practical tools you’ll need for your dissertation and future career.
You’ll build a strong foundation in core economic principles, including econometrics, international trade, and the dynamics of multinational firms. With a wide range of optional modules, you’ll also have the flexibility to shape your studies around your personal interests and professional ambitions—whether that’s finance, environmental policy, or media economics. Your dissertation will be the culmination of your degree—an exciting opportunity to apply your knowledge to a research project of your choice, guided by expert academic supervision. You may even choose to collaborate with external organisations, gaining practical, real-world experience.
Alongside first-class academic training, you’ll enjoy a vibrant student experience at UEA, set within the beautiful and historic city of Norwich. This MSc is the ideal launchpad if you're aiming for a career in finance, management, international business, or global institutions like the IMF or World Bank. The School of Economics is committed to your success, offering proactive career support through exclusive employer visits, expert-led skills training, and one-to-one guidance. You’ll gain valuable insights from alumni and industry professionals and leave with a competitive edge in today’s global job market. And if you’re inspired to take your academic journey further, this course also provides a strong foundation for PhD study.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | DEGREE CLASSIFICATION: Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent. |
| Location | University of East Anglia Norwich Research Park Norwich NR4 7TJ |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 12400 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 12400 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 12400 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 12400 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 12400 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 23850 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Overview
Gain an international perspective as you develop your knowledge of global business and enhance your understanding of the international economy. And learn a wide range of economic and econometric skills at the same time. The MSc International Business Economics is part of our Applied Training Programme, which is designed to provide key skills in economics. You’ll gain a firm foundation in your subject through compulsory taught modules in topics relating to economic concepts, econometrics, international trade, and multinational firms. Alongside this, you'll choose from a wide range of optional modules on topics such as finance, financial mathematics, environmental economics, and economics of the mass media. Towards the end of your 12 months with us, you’ll write a dissertation, which will be supervised by a member of the School of Economics. The course helps you develop a range of transferable skills, including data analysis, as well as investigating the motivation and financial practices of international firms.
We offer specialised structural support to help you negotiate your Master’s course. This includes compulsory, intensive pre-sessional training before the start of teaching on your course modules. This training incorporates the techniques of calculus and statistical methods in the economic context, and also introduces you to the specialist econometric software STATA that you'll use throughout your MSc Programme. Over the course of the year, we’ll also give you training in the use of various online data sources that are likely to be useful in your dissertation research.
In addition to receiving first-class academic training, you’ll be able to enjoy the wealth of opportunities that UEA offers to cultivate non-academic and sporting interests. You’ll also enjoy the beautiful and historic city of Norwich, where the campus is located.
If you’re seeking employment in the areas of finance, management or international business this course is ideal for you. The School of Economics will be proactive in providing support to you in shaping and supporting your career aspirations. Alumni and employers regularly visit the School of Economics and provide employability talks, training sessions as well as individual meetings with students, providing you with the chance to enhance your skills and to further improve your employment prospects. You may want to continue your studies to a PhD or pursue careers in finance, management, banking, insurance, and international agencies.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | DEGREE CLASSIFICATION: Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent. |
| Location | University of East Anglia Norwich Research Park Norwich NR4 7TJ |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 11800 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 11800 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 11800 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11800 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11800 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 22700 GBP for Whole course |
The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a world-renowned university known for its high standard of academic performance across both taught and research postgraduate courses. It is ranked as a UK Top 25 (Complete University Guide 2025) and UK Top 30 (The Mail 2025) institution.
Based in Norwich, in the county of Norfolk, the university has an excellent international reputation for the high quality of its research output. UEA is home to over 17,500 students, of which around 30% are postgraduate students. Our institution also provides a range of support through the Student Support Service, which is dedicated …
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