BSc (Hons) Economics and Management
Programme Overview
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Economics and Management (Awarded by University of London)
- Duration: 3 years (Full-time)
- Location: BUV Campus, Ecopark, Hanoi
- Timetable: Students’ timetable will be sent to BUV students’ emails prior to the commencement date of each semester
Degree awarded by one of the most prestigious universities in the UK
Benefit of LSE’s academic expertise and the backing of the University of London
A rigorous programme analysing all the modern approaches to economics, management and finance
Extra entry option available through 1-year International Foundation Programme (IFP)
The BSc (Hons) Economics and Management degree at BUV is awarded by the University of London – one of the oldest and largest universities in the UK, and is designed for students who are interested in careers in economic analysis, managerial roles, or a combination of both.
- Comprehensive dual-degree: The degree equips students with the required analytical tools and skills necessary for decision making in a managerial role, enabling them to look critically at management issues.
- Rigorous programme: The degree focuses on analysing all the modern approaches to economics, management and finance.
- Career opportunites: With globalisation expanding exponentially, this degree provides a firm foundation for students to to build a promising professional career in the modern business world.
- Globally recognised teaching quality: The programme is developed and its examinations are set and graded by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)* – a century-long world leader in economic thought and the practical applications of economic, business, and managerial theories and techniques.
- Powerful momentum for academic path: Students are exposed to opportunities to pursue a master’s degree at prestigious UK/USA universities.
*LSE is a College of the University of London and is responsible for the academic direction of the Economics, Management, Finance and Social Sciences (EMFSS) programmes available as University of London International Programmes. This means that LSE academics and administrative staff develop syllabuses, write subject guides, develop online learning opportunities and materials, advise teaching institutions and prepare and mark examinations.
Course Structure 
Year 1
Year 1 Introduction to Economics
Mathematics 1 (½ unit)
Statistics 1 (½ unit)
Principles of Accounting
Business and Management in a global context
Year 2 
Year 3 © University of London
Pre-requisites: The ‘Business and management in a global context’ course must be attempted before this course may be taken.
© University of London
Pre-requisites: The ‘Business and management in a global context’ course must be attempted before this course may be taken.
© University of London
Programme Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
• understand the fundamental aspects of economic analysis.
• analyse issues from the perspective of a number of disciplines.
• think in a critical manner, to formulate and develop arguments both on management and economic issues in a logical manner.
• demonstrate skills in applying economic reasoning to the analysis of a wide range of policy issues.
Intellectual and cognitive skills
• locate, extract, analyse and draw reasoned conclusions from multiple sources (including electronic sources) of appropriate literature and relevant data and acknowledge and reference sources appropriately;
• critically analyse arguments;
• apply theory and theoretical models in practical situations;
• assimilate and lucidly evaluate alternative views.
Transferable skills
• communicate effectively in a written context;
• use information technology (spreadsheets, word-processing and online databases) appropriately;
• organise information, and to assimilate and evaluate competing arguments;
• manage their own learning, including working effectively to deadlines;
• be open minded and have a capacity to handle ideas and scrutinise information in critical, evaluative and analytical ways.
Exit qualifications
• have the essential introduction to that subject;
• demonstrate an understanding on the concepts and principles related to their area of study; and
• be able to communicate ideas and findings in a reliable and structured way.
Students exiting with a Diploma of Higher Education would, in addition, expect to:
• develop a greater understanding and a sophistication of thinking as they work through the courses;
• build on their existing knowledge to approach the concepts and principles from a wider context;
• be at a stage where they will have obtained qualities and skills necessary for employment and further study in the area.
Employability
BSc Economics and Management graduates may go on to work in a great variety of areas, including management consultancy, banking and accountancy.
They will have a sound basis for careers in a wide range of areas from major corporations to small businesses, government organisations, the voluntary sector, international organisations and the media.
Admission requirements
Academic Requirements
Aged 17 or over. One of the following qualifications:
- Complete IFP programme
- Complete A level or IB with good grade of one of the following:
- Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma: comparable to UK GCSE/IGCSE grade A – C / 9 – 4 provided grade 5 – 10 is achieved on a subject for subject basis in final year of schooling (with the exception of English Language)
- Mathematics to UK GCSE/IGCSE Level (Grade C) or equivalent
English Language Requirements
One of the following:
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A proficiency test passed within the last 3 years:
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(IELTS) International English Language Testing System: 6 overall, with 5.5 in each sub-test (Academic or General or IELTS Indicator Online Test)
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Pearson Test of English, Academic: 54 overall, with 54 in Reading and Writing elements
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(TOEFL) iBT Test of English as a Foreign Language (including Special Home Edition test): 87 overall, with 21+ in Reading and Writing sub-tests and 19+ in Speaking and Listening sub-tests
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- An award within the past 3 years: International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE): English as a Second Language (grade C)
Fees & Financial Aid
Fee
Tuition fee information for students enrolling from January 2024:
| Tuition Fee | Other Fees* | Total Fee | |
| UoL International Foundation Programme | VND 107,280,000 | VND 102,128,000 | VND 209,408,000 |
| Degree | VND 721,668,000 | VND 402,359,000 | VND 1,124,027,000 |
* Other fees include Education Resource Fee, Student Affairs Fee and University of London Fee
Tuition Fee & Fee Policy
Scholarships & Financial Aid
The British University Vietnam (BUV) scholarship fund was established in 2018 with the goal of giving students the opportunity to study UK undergraduate and graduate programmes in an international learning environment. With an aim to improve and increase accessibility to high-quality education, BUV has officially launched the fund valued at 87 billion VND in 2024 with hundreds of scholarships and financial aid made available.
You can visit our Scholarship page to find out more and check your eligibility.
