Psychology and Business

Course description

**Psychology**

Psychologists study:

* how we perceive, think and learn about the world around us

* the way biological and social factors influence how we behave

* how interests and abilities differ from person to person

* how we communicate verbally and non-verbally

* how and why our mental abilities change across our lives

Psychology is an experimental and observational science. It uses evidence from research studies to develop and evaluate theories.

Our psychology courses have a strong emphasis on developing skills in research methods and statistical analysis using R programming. This supports our research-led teaching.

**Business**

Studying business will prepare you for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.

Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:

* authentic leadership

* ethical, responsible and sustainable business behaviour

* entrepreneurial practice

* effective communication

This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:

* accountancy and finance

* strategy

* marketing

* human resource management

* data analytics

* entrepreneurship and innovation

Our Business School Student Development team provide opportunities for you to further progress.

For example, you can take part in the Edinburgh Awards, supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches:

* Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)

* Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)

You can also participate in a large number of business societies, events and peer-support schemes.

Subjects

• Business studies
• Psychology