Programmes
Economics & Management
These programmes at Forward College offer rigorous academic and practical training for today’s dynamic professional world. Through economics students gain analytical skills and global insights that help them decipher the evolutive environment in which businesses evolve. Through management, students develop effective managerial skills and techniques to understand and run business functions with a focus in marketing, finance, statistics, and accounting. This programme prepares graduates for various careers in business and finance.
Why choose Economics & Management?
- Gain a robust foundation in data analysis, essential for decision-making in an increasingly data-driven world.
- Be equipped with a unique blend of analytical, financial, and managerial skills, making them adaptable to various roles in today’s highly evolutive job market.
- Get a deep understanding of global economic and business trends, essential for success in an increasingly interconnected world economy.
Programmes with a major in
Economics & Management
Students who are:
- Interested in both economics and business
- Curious about how markets and organisations interact and shape each other
- Natural analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- Eager to combine theoretical knowledge with real-world applications
- Aiming for careers in consulting, finance, or management
- Data-Driven Decision-Making: Proficient in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to support informed choices.
- Financial Strategy: Strong understanding of financial principles to assess investments, manage budgets, and develop strategies.
- Market Analysis: Skilled in evaluating market dynamics, identifying growth opportunities, and shaping business plans.
- Business Communication: Confident in presenting complex economic and business concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strategic Problem-Solving: Experienced in tackling challenges ranging from internal inefficiencies to external market disruptions.
Forward College Bachelor’s tuition programme includes:
- 100% small group teaching (on average 15 students per class)
- Weekly one-on-one tutoring for individualised feedback and guidance
- Frequent evaluations to track your progress throughout the year and ensure your success at the final exams
- Induction programme where you will better understand your learning style and adopt the most relevant learning methods for you
Job Market
Our Bachelor’s in Economics & Management equips students with valuable analytical, quantitative, and practical skills, opening doors to a diverse range of career opportunities across sectors.
Graduates commonly work in international organisations, business networks, and companies like The Central European Chamber of Commerce (CECC), WKO – Wirtschaftskammer Österreich, EY, TNP Consulting GmbH, Analysys Mason.
Popular career paths include:
- Analyst: Economic, Market Research, and Investment roles
- Financial Specialist: Financial Planner, Investment Banker, Actuary
- Advisory and Consultantcy: Policy Advisor, Management Consultant, International Trade Specialist
- Property and Urban Development: Real Estate Appraiser, Urban Planner
- Environment and Advocacy: Environmental Economist, Consumer Rights Advocate
- Media and Education: Financial Journalist, Economic Educator
Master’s Opportunities
Many students also pursue further study, receiving offers from leading international institutions such as:
- Barcelona School of Economics
- HEC
- University of St Andrews
- London School of Economics (LSE)
- University of Oxford
Popular postgraduate fields include: economics, finance, international affairs, public policy, business administration, and development studies.
Some companies our students have interned
What sets this programme apart?
World class Bachelor’s
designed by the LSE
International
3 years, 3 countries, 100% international students
High quality teaching
100% small classes (~15 students)
Leadership programme
Entrepreneurship, Digital skills, Soft skills
Pathway to top master’s
70%* admitted in a top 10 European university or Business School
Meet our faculty members for this degree
Dr. Haikel Latiff
Head of Business and Management and Teaching and Learning Coordinator in Berlin
Dr. Pedro Sena-Dias
Assistant Professor of Management
Emil Lundberg
Lecturer in Marketing Management
Dr. Pierre-Nicolas Patouillard
Lecturer in Management
Dr. Juan Daniel Hernández Colmenares
Assistant Professor in Economics
Dr. Marcelo Goncalves De Martino
Assistant Professor in Statistics and Mathematics and Teaching and Learning Coordinator in Lisbon
Dr. Mariana Tavares
Head of Economics
Dr. Giacomo Boffi
Assistant Professor in Economics
FAQ
Students pursuing Economics & Management study economics and management topics such as finance, marketing, statistics, and accounting, combining analytical and business perspectives.
Economics & Management graduates can pursue careers in business, finance, consulting, management, or work in organisations such as banks or private companies.
Students following the Economics & Management degree develop analytical thinking, quantitative skills, and the ability to understand and manage business functions.
Economics & Management combines both economics and management , helping students understand economic systems while developing practical management skills.
Yes, the Economics & Management programme provides a strong academic foundation for postgraduate studies in economics, business, or related fields.
Yes, Economics & Management is a good choice for business careers as it prepares students for roles that require both analytical and managerial skills in dynamic professional environments.
For Economics and Management, average weekly contact time varies by pathway, with Bachelor’s students attending 8–10 hours per week, Bachelor’s+ students 12–13 hours, and Double Bachelor’s students 14–15 hours. In addition, all students complete approximately 2 hours of formative assessment per week and attend a 20-minute 1:1 academic tutorial. Students should also expect around 4 hours of self-study time per week, including preparation for formative assessments, regardless of programme.
Typically, classes are scheduled across 4 days per week, although some terms may occasionally include 3 or 5 teaching days.
Students should expect around 2 hours of preparation per course each week, including readings, assignments, and “Learning Cells” group work with 2–3 students.
Yes, the class timetable remains fixed throughout the term. Assessments and tutorials are scheduled in addition to regular classes. The full schedule is shared before the start of the term, while tutorial sessions are booked by students through available fellow time slots.
Accreditations and Award
Forward College is a Recognised Teaching Centre of the University of London (UoL). As such, our students are also students of the University of London and will graduate from the University of London […]
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Careers after Forward
Most of our graduates apply to top Master’s around the world either following the academic field they have invested in – with a natural path towards master programmes at LSE and King’s College […]
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