This program of study requires you to have a strong interest in economic and social issues. A good understanding of mathematics as well as the ability to think in an analytical and abstract manner are both essential.

For this program of study, you must also be able to read and understand specialist literature in English. However, you will not be required to provide proof of your language proficiency.

In the first three semesters, you will be introduced to the conceptual fundamentals of modern economics and gain methodological skills in mathematics, statistics, and programming. Beyond this, you will be taught the fundamentals of business administration and law.

Starting in the third semester, in addition to lectures, you will have the option to take part in formats such as the Economics Project and an economics seminar, where you will independently explore economic issues and present your findings in a group setting. You will also have the option to hold tutorials for younger students or to take part in an internship or in modules from other faculties.

Starting in the fourth semester, you can focus on either “International Economics and Public Policy” or on “Economic Data Science and Behavioral Strategy.” In the first option, the focus lies primarily on macroeconomic perspectives, whereas the second option focuses on the analysis of individual companies and their decisions.

You will conclude your program by independently working on an academic topic for your bachelor’s thesis.

Percentage breakdown of program content

Stays abroad

Would you like to live abroad for a semester or a year? Do you want to learn another language and get to know a new culture? Or gain a different perspective on your particular subject? A stay abroad provides you with the perfect opportunity to achieve this and is possible with every degree program – either self-organized or by taking advantage of one of the popular exchange programs. This is made possible by various cooperation agreements and partnerships with foreign universities.

For more information on this topic, please visit our websites on studying abroad. Visit our student exchange platform for an overview of cooperating universities in your field.

This program of study does not require you to spend time abroad, but you nevertheless have the opportunity to do so.

In most cases, you can easily transfer credits earned abroad to your degree program.

Internships

This program of study does not include a mandatory internship. However, voluntary internships are a great way to gain insight into a professional field.

An internship allows you to discover whether everyday life in a particular occupation suits your career expectations and interests. You can gain qualifications for a professional field and acquire important professional and personal skills to start a career. An internship helps you both shape your career path, and mold the remainder of your course sequence – in particular by selecting specializations that suit your practical experience.

You can find further information and relevant internships on the Career Service website.

As a part of the internship module, you may also have practical experiences credited towards your program of study.

As a graduate of the Economics bachelor’s program, you will generally have very good job prospects. During your studies, you will have developed a comprehensive understanding of how companies work, which will make you interesting for many employers.

Possible professional fields:

• Public administration: ministries, central banks, statistical offices
• Banking and insurance
• Institutes for economic research and political consulting
• Large companies with an international focus
• Management consultancies
• NGOs
• Academia (e.g., at universities, technical colleges)
• International relations (e.g., foreign services, international organizations, foreign chambers of commerce)

Not sure what to do after graduation? Don’t worry!

A university degree generally does not prepare you for a single profession but qualifies you for a wide range of career paths – for example, in research, in a typical profession related to your field of study, or in one of many other academic fields.

This is why career orientation is also part of your studies. Gaining practical experience is key, and you can do so through internships, working student positions, part-time jobs or voluntary work, for example.

JGU’s Career Service will support you throughout the entire process with information, advice, workshops and numerous events – from career orientation and working on your profile and skills to finding your dream job and successfully applying for it.