Description
The Bachelor’s Degree in Regional Development focuses on economic and regional development, including planning and management of development policies. The programme adopts an interdisciplinary approach combining economics, business administration, tourism and sustainability. The department was established in 2018 and builds on previous academic programmes in business administration. The degree corresponds to Level 6 EQF and provides access to employment and postgraduate studies.
Relation to Employment
Graduates work in public sector, development agencies, tourism and business sectors.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (High School Diploma) and successful participation in national-level examinations.
Knowledge
• Understanding of economic theory and regional development
• Knowledge of business administration and tourism
• Understanding of sustainability and development policies
Skills
• Analysis of economic data
• Planning development strategies
• Use of management tools
Competences
• Decision-making in economic environments
• Project and organisational management
• Application of development policies