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University of Portsmouth, MSc, Business Economics

 United Kingdom

 

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The course is for students wanting to further their knowledge of economics, finance, or accounting and extend it in the direction of business economics, so as to better equip themselves for employment, especially in the field of business; the course concentrates on applied aspects of business economics rather than the theoretical approach; the course enables students to evaluate the relevance of economic theories and principles as well as teaching them to apply these theories and principles to business and marketing, particularly decisions on pricing, product development, innovation and promotion, and advertising; students gain an understanding of business decisions and strategy including investment, mergers and take-overs; in addition, students are able to apply economic forecasting techniques to business applications.

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The University offers superb facilities in a vibrant waterfront location in the City of Portsmouth, with many shops, pubs, bars and restaurants around. Portsmouth has good road and rail links to other major cities. Just 90 minutes by direct train from the centre of London, Portsmouth is also within easy reach of Heathrow, Gatwick and Southampton airports. As a busy ferry port, it is a gateway to the continent with regular sailings to France and Spain.