What will you learn in the bachelor's programme?
In the Business Economics bachelor’s programme, you'll gain strong analytical, mathematical, and empirical skills to understand economic trends, assess risks, and make data-driven business decisions. Starting with core economic theories and models, you'll advance to subjects like macroeconomics, microeconomics, public finance, and international monetary economics, while also applying your knowledge in courses such as marketing, management, corporate finance, and strategic brand management. The programme emphasises people skills, English proficiency, and offers international exchange opportunities. In your final year, you’ll choose a specialisation: International Business or Business & Technology, each providing a tailored focus for your career ambitions.
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The strengths of our Business Economics programme
- This programme perfectly combines business, economics and entrepreneurship, helping you develop solid foundations in micro- and macroeconomics, a strong background in mathematics and statistics, and skills in most functional fields of business.
- International mindset thanks to our diverse and open university, and multicultural capital.
- Benefit from Solvay Business School, as a renowned and global professional network generating opportunities for your future.
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Prepare for a successful start
Under the ‘Programme’ tab, you’ll find detailed information about the expected prior knowledge in mathematics and languages. You’ll also discover practical steps you can already take to prepare yourself and start your studies with confidence.
Student testimonials:
- Mariam Jandarova
"There is always a nice atmosphere during classes, and the academic staff is extremely helpful. I like how open and approachable they are, both inside and outside the classroom. Whenever you have a question, they are there to help you out. I even had the pleasure to work together with the teaching team of my favourite class, which was a very educative and fun experience and which I am grateful for."
- Martis Arthur Boumaza
"I honestly believe that VUB is one of the best places to study. The campus is quite small which makes it a very nice and cozy community, and if you want to get to the capital of Europe, you are only 15 minutes away with public transport. The students are very helpful to each other, when someone needs a helping hand, students are always open to helping each other during class."
- Paul Kiza Amani
"Being among international students means that what is normal to you is never guaranteed to be normal to the person next to you. There's an open-mindedness that you're immediately immersed in on day one."
After graduation
The broad set of business skills you'll develop in this programme mean you'll remain very versatile and will have access to a wide range of careers in many different sectors. Banking, insurance, audit or consulting, or perhaps public administration. A research department, or staff or operational function in a firm or organisation. Perhaps a sales manager or human resources manager, or a role in marketing. There's plenty to choose from.
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A better idea of the programme?
Would you like to know more about this VUB programme? Take part in our (online) study choice activities. Leaf through our brochure, chat with other students, put questions to our professors in an online info session, read our alumni testimonials or attend an open lecture or open day.