Description
The Bachelor's Degree is offered by the Athens University of Economics and Business through the Department of International and European Economic Studies and provides comprehensive education in economics with emphasis on international and European economic relations. It combines knowledge of economic theory, international economics, European integration, international and European law, political economy and quantitative methods. The program promotes an interdisciplinary approach to contemporary economic and institutional developments, preparing graduates with a broad understanding of the global and European economic environment.
Relation to Employment
Graduates are employed in international organizations, European institutions, public authorities, financial organizations, private enterprises and consulting firms operating in the international economic environment, while many also pursue postgraduate studies.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (High School Diploma) and successful participation in national-level examinations or qualifying entrance examinations.
Knowledge
Graduates acquire comprehensive knowledge of microeconomics, macroeconomics, international and European economics, international political economy, European institutions, international and European law, as well as quantitative analytical methods, including statistics and econometrics.
Skills
Graduates develop skills in economic analysis, quantitative data processing, evaluation of public and European policies, complex problem solving, and effective communication in international and multicultural environments.
Competences
Graduates are able to analyse developments in the international and European economy, assess economic policies and institutional interventions, integrate economic, legal and political information, and support decision-making processes in public and private organizations.