Description
The Bachelor’s Degree in Economics is offered by the Department of Economics of the School of Economic Sciences at the University of Western Macedonia. It is a study program focusing on economic theory, market analysis, and the study of economic policies and development mechanisms. Students acquire knowledge in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, public economics, and international economics, as well as skills in analyzing economic data and shaping policy strategies. The program contributes to the development of graduates with analytical thinking and a strong scientific background in economics.
Relation to Employment
The program aims at skills enabling careers in economic analysis, market research, economic policy, and financial data management. It includes links to the labor market and internship opportunities, preparing graduates for businesses, banks, public sector bodies, research organizations, consulting firms, and economic planning institutions.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a secondary school leaving certificate and successful participation in national-level examinations or placement examinations.
Knowledge
The Undergraduate Program of the Department of Economics aims to educate scientists with knowledge in economic theory, microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, public economics, and international economics. Students develop skills in analyzing economic data, evaluating markets, shaping policy strategies, and the scientific approach to economic issues.
Skills
The program equips students with skills in economic analysis, processing of economic data, market evaluation, understanding of economic policies, and application of quantitative methods. It includes microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, public economics, international economics, and tools for analyzing economic phenomena.
Competences
The department’s program provides knowledge in economic theory and analysis, developing students’ abilities in processing economic data, evaluating markets, applying quantitative methods, and shaping economic policies. Graduates gain capabilities in the scientific approach to and management of economic issues.