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London Business School - LBS

speciality: Economics

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What Is an Economics Degree?

Are you passionate about the business and finance sector? Do you follow the national and international news? Then, an Economics degree is the answer. It has always been one of the most sought-after degrees amongst youth. 

Economics degrees are designed to tackle all the issues that have an impact on financial situations, ranging from production to how resources are used. Candidates are trained to understand how the economy suffers fluctuations based on the market’s needs and wants followed by the market’s supply and demand.

By far one of the most crucial elements is that economics is divided into microeconomics and macroeconomic. Microeconomics deals with the economic behaviour at an individual level (companies, buyers, sellers and others), whilst macroeconomics illustrates the bigger picture, on a national or global scale (unemployment, economic growth, inflation and so on).

Benefits of an Economics Degree

Having an economics degree increases anyone’s chances to find a job, regardless of the field. This is mainly due to the fact that graduates hold many transferable abilities, such as analytical and problem-solving skills, that are suitable for any career. 

A study made by the London School of Economics and Political Science showed that graduates from an economics course have a starting salary of £33,000 per year. Having a job in the field right after graduation is a major positive aspect and comes with a lot of opportunities for career advancement.

Economics Degree Structure

Economics degrees are usually a three years commitment and sometimes are offered as part of a joint degree. This means that Economics can be studied along with another subject such as engineering, management, law, computer science and others.

This degree can be found either as a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA). The BSc focuses more on economical theory and statistical techniques, while BA is combined with social sciences and qualitative modules. 

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    Great uni -international persprective

    Let me start by saying I’m Portuguese. I started my MFA in September last year and I can tell you that the London Business School has so much more to offer apart from what you initially expect. The university is amongst the most international in the world. Here I made so many friends from several different backgrounds. This experience opened my eyes to different careers and goals. So what’s the best about LBS apart from the people I would say the practical environment. Everything you learn you know from a fact will be useful for you. For example, in the Private Equity class the professor provided us with a guide for technical questions, a list of all the funds he recommended and was always willing to help make the bridge for a potential referral. Also, the campus is great everything is new. Interesting facts all the books at LBS are free, you have access to a gym membership for life. You are also part of the community meaning you keep getting invited back to campus for networking opportunities. Life was a choice for life

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: London
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    I loved without a doubt

    The London Business School is without a doubt the best university in the UK. People are unbelievable and help each other in everything. From assignments to preparing interviews, etc. Here there is a lot of that idea of community where everyone knows each other. Very cool. The teachers are top notch as they go above and beyond to make sure the students are enthusiastic. Unique things from the university. You have a free gym, they offer you lunch all the time and every Thursday you have sundowners which is a dinner that LBS organizes for the students. I always was. The campus is also very beautiful. We had graduation a few days ago and I almost had a tear when I had to say goodbye to my friends. I felt that here I made friends for life. I recommend for any student to choose LBS. The london business school opens doors and makes you see the world in a different way. I am now starting my career in Lisbon as a consultant at BCG. Without LBS I have serious doubts that I would have gotten this place.

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: London
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    Antonio
    The People

    Great university! Best thing about LBS is for sure the people you study with. Not only they are the brightest but also the kindest. From day one you can tell how everyone loves to be there. However, it can also be quite a challenging and demanding environment. Between September and December everyone was stressed about the application season but after that everything became easier. Professors are also great: I could highlight for example Kostis for Data Analytics and Alex Edmans for Corporate Finance. In terms of electives, I would recommend taking Data Mining for Business Intelligence and Data Science for Business. Both of them will require a lot but I mean a lot of work but they will be super helpful for your career. Regents is also so beautiful – there’s nothing better than laying on the sun and do a picnic there during the summer.At the time I had to choose between LBS, LSE and Cambridge for their Mphill I am so grateful to LBS. Will miss my MFA class over the next years. I hope this helps any future student.

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: London
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    More than a school

    More than a business school, the London Business School is a community with a focus on changing the world. At the London Business School, I found the most brilliant students of the world. If you are applying to the London Business School is important for you to focus on what you can bring to the school.

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2022
    Delivery Type: On Campus
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    No words to describe the experience

    I am so grateful to the London business school. Before coming for my master I never lived by myself. The London business school provided so much support for accommodation, application and also provided a lot of support as many of us never had finance before. The class was top notch I learned so much from them

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2022
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: London
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    The university has great support internationals

    The university has the best careers team in the United kingdom target at international students. Most of my friends at the London school of economics or the HEC are struggling to secure a graduate job due to visa sponsor problems. While at the London Business School our applications are targeted at those that the university has partnerships and do fund visas. I advise all international students to apply for the London business school if you are interesting in a career in London.

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2022
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: London
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    From China to the Uk

    Great experience moving from China to the United Kingdom. The London Business school is a very strong university. I have learned a lot of data analytics and finance. I am now applying for summer internships and have received great support so far. Looking forward for the start of the semester.

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2022
    Delivery Type: On Campus
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    Great experience filled with happy moments

    I was so happy when I was accepted at the London Business and every day has surprised me more. The Private equity club and impact consulting club has been an amazing experience. I developed a pro-bone consulting case for company expanding to Angola. Loved the experience felt like I learned a lot.

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2022
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: London
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    Loved the University

    LBS is without doubt one of the best universities in the world if not the best. I was so happy when I was accepted at LBS and it surpassed all my expectations. I joined the Private Equity club in my first semester from there onwards I was inside the market. If you perform well in the club you will receive a summer internship offer that can be easily converted to a graduate offer. I intend to return to LBS as an MBA candidate in a few years.

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2020
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    Campus: London
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    Antonio
    Excellent Exec Edu

    I studied Corporate Finance at LBS. At that time, 2010, they had this excellent executive education program since in addition to the professional and widely experienced teaching staff and the program itself, they gave you the opportunity that if you attended three courses of executive education they granted you the status of alumni which gives you the advantages of accessing to the web and job board and being in contact with hundreds of students and professionals around the world.

    I’m happy to recommend this University to friends of mine.

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    Programme: Finance
    Degree: Short Course
    Graduation: 2010
    Campus: London
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