Gabriel Felbermayr, Director of the Austrian Institute of Economic Research (WIFO)

„In this major, you’ll learn how political decisions influence the economy.“

The Bachelor’s Program in Business, Economics and Social Sciences with the Economics major is a fascinating opportunity to develop an understanding of the fundamental interrelationships that underly our society.

You will learn how markets work, how companies operate, and how political decisions influence the economy. You will explore economic principles at the individual micro level and at the overarching macro level. The major will also sharpen your analytical and mathematical thinking.

In addition to theoretical knowledge, WU Vienna always teaches practical applications as well. The degree program not only offers you international perspectives but also varied and lucrative career prospects. After all, professionals who have learned to solve complex problems can, in general, also expect to earn good salaries.