Business Finance and Economics
Entry requirements
- Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in economics, engineering, computer science or a minimum 2:1 Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business Administration degree
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We may also consider other degree subjects if you have studied Mathematics and Statistics/Econometrics modules within your degree.
We also consider and accept a wide range of international qualifications, such as the Bachelor in Commerce and the Bachelor in Business Administration.
International students must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of Maths and Stats by passing both a Maths and a Stats module if they do not hold one of the degrees mentioned above.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Course description
The MA Business Finance and Economics is an applied degree which is taught using theoretical and real-world examples. You will learn how businesses and consumers behave, how capital markets operate, and how financial decisions are made.
You don't need a background in economics for this course. You will be introduced to core concepts such as microeconomics and macroeconomics, and learn how to apply quantitative skills in the areas of economics and business finance.
Towards the end of the degree, you will complete an extended research project. We will support you in applying your knowledge and skills to a topic of your choice, covered during the first two semesters.
By the end of the course, you will have gained an advanced understanding of the different perspectives of economics events and debates, how theories are applied to business, finance and industry, the core economic principles and analytical techniques, and the quantitative methods used in economics and financial data.
Applying for this course
You can apply to this course in the usual way, using our Postgraduate Online Application form.
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses
Information for international students
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent.
For more information about entry requirements for international students, please visit https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/international/applying/postgraduate-taught
Fees and funding
https://sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/2026/business-finance-and-economics-msc#feesfunding
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Postgraduate Admissions Tutor
- study@sheffield.ac.uk