Economics Major - Bachelor of Business
Gain a solid understanding of economics and how incentives influence behaviour by studying the Economics Major in the Bachelor of Business at AUT. Learn core areas including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics while preparing for diverse roles in business, finance, and policy.
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In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 3 years
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Core skills this course teaches
Data analysis and presentation
Develop practical skills in data processing, econometrics, and data presentation for economic analysis.
Understand core economic theory
Demonstrate knowledge of microeconomic and macroeconomic principles and their relevance to real-world issues.
Apply economic thinking to solve problems
Use theoretical and quantitative tools to analyse complex problems facing consumers, businesses, and government.
About This Course
The Economics Major in the Bachelor of Business at AUT introduces students to the fundamental fields of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. Students will learn how markets work, how government and policy operate, the impact global affairs have on individuals, and the role of data in economic analysis. The programme equips you with theoretical knowledge and practical analytical skills highly valued across business, financial, research, and public sector environments. Work integrated learning in the final semester provides valuable workplace experience.
Course Content
- Core business courses (Consumer and Organisational Behaviour, Financial Decision Making, Economics and International Business, Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability)
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics: Choice and Welfare
- Macroeconomics: Models, Data and Policy
- Introduction to Econometrics
- Microeconomics: Competition, Risk, and Strategy
- Applied Macroeconomics
- Applied Econometrics: Casual Inference for Social Impact
- Co-operative Education - Capstone Experience
- Second major, minor(s) or elective courses
Entry Requirements
University Entrance (New Zealand secondary school qualification or equivalent)
Preferred subjects: Economics, Mathematics, English, Statistics, Social Studies (recommended but not required)
Build towards these roles
Acquisition managerBusiness risk auditorFinancial markets analystInvestment bankerService designerResearcher in a consulting firm or non-profit organisationStrategic planner, analyst or policy advisor in a local council
Build skills in these industries
EconomicsBankingFinancePolicyBusiness Consulting
