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What makes Imperial Business School's
MSc Economics & Strategy for Business Different!

Interdisciplinary Curriculum Integrating Economics and Strategy

The program uniquely combines cutting-edge strategic analysis with contemporary economics, allowing students to develop a holistic understanding of both business strategy and economic principles to tackle real-world business challenges.

Strong Emphasis on Practical Application and Experiential Learning

Students engage in interactive lectures, challenging case studies, immersive business simulations, real-world consultancy projects, and have the option of a 4-6 month work placement internship, which provides hands-on experience and enhances employability.

Faculty Expertise and Leading-edge Research

Taught by faculty immersed in global research and business practice across strategy, economics, digital innovation, and risk management, students gain insights grounded in current academic knowledge and industry trends.

Prime London Location with Access to Global Employers

Prime London Location with Access to Global Employers

Flexible Program with Optional Extended Placement Term

The extra term option allows students to extend their studies to 16 months, combining academic credits with deeper work experience and global exposure, thus strengthening their career prospects.

Know More about the Imperial Business School MSc Economics & Strategy for Business Program

The MSc in Economics & Strategy for Business at Imperial College Business School is a 12-month program starting in September 2025. It focuses on integrating economics and strategic analysis to tackle complex business challenges. Students will gain practical skills through case studies, business simulations, and consultancy projects, preparing them for leadership roles. The fee is £42,500. ..... Read More

Duration

12 Months

How does the Class Profile of Imperial Business School's MSc Economics & Strategy for Business Program look like?

Average Class Size

176

Average Age

23.0

Average Work Experience

1.5

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Median Earnings after Graduation

USD 67,702/- year

Graduation Rate

90.00 %

Recruiters

Accenture Bain and Company Deloitte EY McKinsey and Co JPMorgan Morgan Stanley Goldman Sachs HSBC

Prospective Job Roles

Strategy Consultant Management Consultant Business Analyst Financial Analyst Corporate Strategy Analyst Economic Analyst Risk Analyst Business Development Manager Product Strategy Specialist Market Analyst

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Credential Evaluation Requirement

Mandatory English Proficiency Test

Mandatory GRE / GMAT Requirement

4 Year Bachelor’s Degree Requirement

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What makes Imperial Business School's
MSc Economics & Strategy for Business Different!

Interdisciplinary Curriculum Integrating Economics and Strategy

The program uniquely combines cutting-edge strategic analysis with contemporary economics, allowing students to develop a holistic understanding of both business strategy and economic principles to tackle real-world business challenges.

Strong Emphasis on Practical Application and Experiential Learning

Students engage in interactive lectures, challenging case studies, immersive business simulations, real-world consultancy projects, and have the option of a 4-6 month work placement internship, which provides hands-on experience and enhances employability.

Faculty Expertise and Leading-edge Research

Taught by faculty immersed in global research and business practice across strategy, economics, digital innovation, and risk management, students gain insights grounded in current academic knowledge and industry trends.

Prime London Location with Access to Global Employers

Prime London Location with Access to Global Employers

Flexible Program with Optional Extended Placement Term

The extra term option allows students to extend their studies to 16 months, combining academic credits with deeper work experience and global exposure, thus strengthening their career prospects.

Know More about the Imperial Business School MSc Economics & Strategy for Business Program

The MSc in Economics & Strategy for Business at Imperial College Business School is a 12-month program starting in September 2025. It focuses on integrating economics and strategic analysis to tackle complex business challenges. Students will gain practical skills through case studies, business simulations, and consultancy projects, preparing them for leadership roles. The fee is £42,500. ..... Read More

Duration

12 Months

How does the Class Profile of Imperial Business School's MSc Economics & Strategy for Business Program look like?

Average Class Size

176

Average Age

23.0

Average Work Experience

1.5

Want to See Who You'll Be Learning With?

Explore detailed class demographics, academic backgrounds, and industry experiences that define your future classmates.

Where do graduates of Imperial Business School's MSc Economics & Strategy for Business program land? Discover More!

Median Earnings after Graduation

USD 67,702/- year

Graduation Rate

90.00 %

Recruiters

Accenture Bain and Company Deloitte EY McKinsey and Co JPMorgan Morgan Stanley Goldman Sachs HSBC

Prospective Job Roles

Strategy Consultant Management Consultant Business Analyst Financial Analyst Corporate Strategy Analyst Economic Analyst Risk Analyst Business Development Manager Product Strategy Specialist Market Analyst

Eligibility Criteria for Imperial Business School's MSc Economics & Strategy for Business in Management program ?

Credential Evaluation Requirement

Mandatory English Proficiency Test

Mandatory GRE / GMAT Requirement

4 Year Bachelor’s Degree Requirement

Tuition Fees & Scholarship Opportunities!

Tuition Fees

EUR N/A/- PER YEAR

Application Fee

EUR N/A/-

Scholarship Opportunities upto

USD 6 Million

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Sunday, 19 October, 2025
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Get all your questions answered about MSc Economics & Strategy for Business by Imperial Business School

One-year full-time MSc program. Optional extended term available to extend duration to 16 months with a 4-6 month work placement (internship). Additional tuition fees apply for the extended term.
Starts in August/September each year.
A strong first or upper second-class degree in Economics, Finance, Business, or a related quantitative discipline. Candidates with good quantitative skills and a background in economics are preferred. Work experience is not mandatory but candidates with more than 3 years’ experience are considered case-by-case.
Before the program begins, students complete online pre-study modules covering Maths, Strategy, Accounting, Data tools, and Plagiarism awareness to build a common knowledge base.
Combines strategic analysis with economics through interactive lectures, case studies, business simulations, consultancy projects, and electives. Core modules include Corporate Strategy, Digital Businesses, Economics and Strategy for Innovation, Global Business, Financial Risk, and Quantitative Data Analysis.

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