About the Programme
Express your creativity while acquiring a thorough understanding of economic theory as well as business knowledge and applications with a degree in Economics and Marketing Management. Develop an appreciation for the market mechanisms and the constraints or opportunities it provides to the marketing manager.
What Will I Study?
- Develop students analytical expertise in economic theory
- Enhanced ability to conduct research, analyse data and develop informed forecasts
- Become proficient in assessing the market mechanisms and the opportunities or constraints the marketing manager faces
- Develop an appreciation for the marriage between the areas of Management (Marketing) and Economics
Research
The Department of Economics specialises in a wide range of research. Please click
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Career Opportunities
- Economist
- Researcher
- Marketing Manager
- Market Research Analyst
Why Study in Barbados
The Department of Economics at The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, plays a key role in training the next generation of decision-makers. The Department’s teaching incorporates local, regional and international perspectives and has a global reach. According to RePEc (Research Papers in Economics), the Department of Economics is ranked in the top 10% of Economic Institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Many former students in the Department have gone on to pursue careers in finance (e.g. commercial banks, international banks, finance companies), to name a few. Additionally, careers can also be found in industry, government and international financial institutions, (Inter-American Development Bank, Caribbean Development Bank, International Monetary Fund) among others. As part of The UWI's effort to build our ideal graduate, The UWI provides an international learning experience for our students.
The excellent teaching we provide, coupled with our beautiful environment and our warm and friendly people, the Department of Economics at Cave Hill Campus, truly makes students consider us a home away from home.
Additional Information
Please click the links below for more information on scholarships and internships opportunities.
- Central Bank of Barbados Scholarship
- Cidel Bank & Trust Inc. Scholarship
- Enterprise Growth Fund Limited Scholarship
For further details on scholarships. Please click
here.