The Bachelor of Business (Honours) in International Economics and Finance programme offers a comprehensive exploration of global financial systems and economic principles. Through a well-designed curriculum that includes subjects such as International Trade, International Financial Markets, International Commercial Laws, Econometrics, Corporate Finance, and International Macroeconomics, students gain deep insights into the complexities of international finance and economics. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse career paths and are equipped to navigate the intricate landscape of the global economy with confidence and expertise.

  • 3 S passes in the Commerce subject stream in one and at the same sitting at the Advanced Level examination conducted by the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka or acceptable equivalent qualification of either Cambridge or Edexcel;
    OR
    3 S passes in any subject stream in one and at the same sitting at the Advanced Level examination conducted by the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka with a bridging course approved by the Specified Authority AND C pass for Mathematics in Ordinary Level examination conducted by the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification.
  • Pass the internal Admission Test and interview

Semester – 1

  • IEFS 11013 Microeconomics
  • IEFS 11023 Financial Accounting
  • IEFS 11033 Process of Globalization
  • IEFS 11043 Mathematics for Economics and Finance
  • IEFS 11053 Business Information Systems

Semester – 2

  • IEFS 12013 Macroeconomics
  • IEFS 12023 Corporate Finance
  • IEFS 12033 International Banking and Financial Markets
  • IEFS 12043 Management Process
  • IEFS 12053 Statistics for Economics and Finance

Semester – 1

  • IEFS 21013 Managerial Economics
  • IEFS 21023 International Trade and Trade policy
  • IEFS 21033 Marketing Management
  • IEFS 21043 Skill Development- (International Languages)
  • IEFS 21053 Economic Issues and Challenges in Developing Countries

Semester – 2

  • IEFS 22013 International Macroeconomics
  • IEFS 22023 Derivatives and Risk Management
  • IEFS 22033 Environmental Economics
  • IEFS 22043 Skill Development- (International Languages)
  • IEFS 22053 International Finance

Semester – 1

  • IEFS 31013 International Commercial Law
  • IEFS 31023 International Political Economy
  • IEFS 31033 Econometrics
  • IEFS 31043 Project Management
  • IEFS 31053 Services Marketing
  • IEFS 31063 Tourism Economics
  • IEFS 31073 Managerial Finance

Semester – 2

  • IEFS 32013 Development Economics
  • IEFS 32023 Financial Statement Analysis
  • IEFS 32033 Global Poverty and Inequality
  • IEFS 32043 Behavioral Economics and Finance
  • IEFS 32053 Organisational Behaviour
  • IEFS 32063 Economic Planning and Policy

Semester – 1

  • IEFS 32073 Entrepreneurship Development
  • IEFS 41013 Financial Modelling and Forecasting
  • IEFS 41023 Research Methods
  • IEFS 41036 Internship/ Institutional Training
  • IEFS 41043 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management
  • IEFS 41053 Globalization and Economic Development
  • IEFS 41063 International Marketing

Semester – 2

  • IEFS 42013 Big Data Analytics for Economics
  • IEFS 42023 Contemporary Issues in Economics and Finance
  • IEFS 42039 Independent Research

Economics, Banking and Financial Services Sector

  • Business Analyst
  • Investment Banking Analyst
  • Financial Risk Analyst
  • Corporate Finance Associate
  • Commercial Banking Officer
  • Wealth Management Adviser
  • Risk Manager
  • Financial Planner
  • Economist
  • Natural Resource Economist
  • Environmental Economist
  • Researcher
  • Sustainability Analyst

International Trade and Commerce Sector

  • International Trade Specialist
  • Import/Export Manager
  • Trade Compliance Analyst
  • International aid and Tanks
  • International Relations Specialist

Consulting and Advisery Services

  • Economic Consultant
  • International Business Consultant
  • Financial Strategy Adviser
  • Market Research Analyst & Consultant

Academia and Research Institutions

  • Lecturer in Economics or Finance
  • Teacher
  • Research Economist
  • Economic Research Analyst
  • Policy Researcher
  • Financial Economist

Technology and Fintech Sector

  • Financial Technology (FinTech) Analyst
  • Data Analyst/Scientist in Finance development project officer
  • International Relations Specialist

Government and Public Policy Sector

  • Economic Policy Analyst
  • Trade Policy Specialist
  • International Development Consultant
  • Foreign Affairs Officer
  • Economic Adviser to Government Agencies
  • International Trade Specialist

Multinational Corporations

  • International Financial Manager
  • Global Market Analyst
  • Foreign Exchange Trader

Nonprofit and International Organisations

  • Development Economist
  • Programme Officer for Economic Development Projects
  • Policy Analyst for International NGOs
  • Research Analyst for Think

*This list is non-exhaustive

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