Economics (W71)

Open University
Undergraduate DipHE Distance learning 2-4 Years Accounting and financeEconomics

About this course

This diploma will introduce you to core macro and microeconomic concepts and theories and you'll learn how economics helps your understanding of real world issues such as government policy, international trade, business decisions, work and innovation. As you discover how economics and economies have evolved over time you’ll gain a critical perspective on the economic choices affecting our daily lives and learn methods and techniques applied by economists in their daily jobs. You'll also gain valuable analytical skills, including applied data analysis, which are valuable to many employers.

Key features of the course

  • Analyse key real-world topics about society, such as employment, markets and businesses, finance, technology and government policy.

  • Study and apply statistical methods to real economic problems using specialised software.

  • Gain practical skills for managing your own money.

  • Develop analytical and research skills that are valued by employers.
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians
    4124 Finance officers
    3531 Brokers
    2421 Chartered and certified accountants
    3542 Importers and exporters

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    2-4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Accounting and finance, Economics