Bachelor of Economics Program in Business Economics | RMUTT

Bachelor of Economics Program in Business Economics

Faculty of Business Administration

Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi

Total Program Requirement: 124 Credits

1–5. Program Overview

1. Awarding body / institution Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi
2. Teaching institution Faculty of Business Administration
3. Accreditation by professional or statutory bodies Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (OPS-MHESI)
4. Name of the final award Full Degree Title: Bachelor of Economics (Business Economics)
Abbreviated Degree Title: B. Econ. (Business Economics)
5. Programme title Bachelor of Economics Program in Business Economics

6. Objectives

The program aims to produce graduates with the following knowledge, skills, and competencies:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of economics, accounting, and business, and apply such knowledge to professional analysis and practice in a rapidly changing society.
  2. Apply economic principles and digital systems to work and business planning; develop entrepreneurial capabilities; expand market opportunities; enhance product value; and increase income and business performance effectively.
  3. Apply relevant knowledge and analytical skills to analyze the digital economy.
  4. Communicate effectively and use appropriate information technology for personal, professional, and societal benefit.
  5. Demonstrate knowledge and competence in conducting research in economics and digital systems.

7. Expected Learning Outcomes of the Programme

  1. Apply concepts and principles in business administration, accounting, technology, and economics appropriately and accurately in various business contexts.
  2. Demonstrate innovative capabilities in business administration through analytical thinking, problem-solving, data access and analysis, initiative, creativity, and design skills.
  3. Select and apply appropriate economic concepts and theories to explain business situations and make sound decisions in addressing business-related problems.
  4. Use technology and statistical software, such as SPSS and R, for data analysis, data and information management, and the presentation of findings through online platforms. Integrate mathematical, statistical, and econometric methods into data analysis effectively.
  5. Read and comprehend English-language documents, academic articles, and analytical reports in economics, and effectively present economics-related work in English.
  6. Prepare analytical reports and evaluate public- and private-sector investment projects to support informed decision-making by entrepreneurs and other relevant stakeholders.
  7. Perform assigned responsibilities with accountability, punctuality, commitment, sustained focus, and perseverance, while adhering to ethical principles and maintaining academic integrity in the field of economics.
  8. Work effectively as a member of a team, adapt to new social and professional environments, and build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues.

Relevant benchmark reports and reference points

Relevant benchmark reports, external and internal reference points, may be used to provide information on programme learning outcomes.

Relationship between Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) and Bloom’s Taxonomy Learning Levels

A check mark indicates the relationship between each Program Learning Outcome (PLO) and the corresponding learning level: K = Knowledge, S = Skills, E = Ethics, C = Character.

Source-document note: In the original Word document, PLO3 and PLO4 are contained in the same table row. The row shows Objective 1, 3 and a check mark under K only. This HTML preserves that mapping rather than inferring separate values.

Program Learning Outcome Objective K S E C
PLO 11
PLO 22, 3
PLO 3 / PLO 4 (combined in source table)1, 3
PLO 54, 5
PLO 65
PLO 72
PLO 81

8. Admission Criteria or Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following requirements:

  1. Have completed upper secondary education in any academic program or its equivalent; or
  2. Hold a Vocational Certificate in any field of study or its equivalent; or
  3. Hold a bachelor’s degree in any field of study or in a related discipline; or
  4. Meet other qualifications as stipulated in the Regulations of Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi on Undergraduate Education, B.E. 2550 (2007), including the amendments issued in B.E. 2556 (2013), subject to the discretion of the Program Administrative Committee or the Faculty Administrative Committee.

9. Standards and Related References Used in Determining Program Learning Outcomes

  • Announcement of the Higher Education Standards Committee on the Undergraduate Curriculum Standards, B.E. 2565 (2022), dated July 18, 2022.
  • Needs and Expectations of Stakeholders, including:
    • Employers of graduates
    • Prospective students
    • Current students
    • Alumni
    • Faculty members and instructors
  • University Educational Philosophy: “Innovation Builds the Nation; Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi Builds Innovation.”
  • Vision of the Faculty of Business Administration: “A leading faculty in developing entrepreneurs in the digital age and professional manpower at the national level”

Mission of the Faculty of Business Administration

  • Education: Provide education that develops students into competent professionals who can respond effectively to societal needs and create or apply innovations in business administration and management.
  • Research and Innovation: Produce high-quality research and develop innovative solutions in business administration to support the advancement of communities, industry, and society.
  • Academic Services: Provide academic and professional services to communities, industry, and society in support of sustainable development.
  • Preservation of Religion, Arts, Culture, and the Environment: Promote and preserve religion, arts, and culture, while supporting environmental conservation.
  • Sustainable Management: Promote good governance and enhance organizational efficiency through innovation to ensure continuous and sustainable development.
Educational Philosophy Develop Professional
Uniqueness “Professional practitioner in business administration”
Identity “Committed practitioners, fighting, creating innovations”
  • Committed: Determined and persistent in pursuing goals without giving up.
  • Resilient: Patient, hardworking, and willing to take on assigned tasks without avoiding difficult or demanding work.
  • Innovative: Able to improve work processes and develop better ways of working.

10. Programme Structure and Requirements

Total Credits Required for the Program: 124 Credits

Category Subcategory Credits
1. General Education Courses Total 24
1.1 Thai and Global Citizenship6
1.2 Technology and Innovation Enhancement9
1.3 Languages for Communication6
1.4 Entrepreneurship Development3
2. Specialized Courses Total 94
2.1 Foundation Courses36
2.2 Required Courses36
2.3 Elective Courses12
2.4 Professional Experience Development10
3. Free Elective Courses Total 6
Grand Total 124

11. Study Plan

Year 1 / Semester 1

Course CodeCourse TitleCreditsLecturePracticeSelf-Study
01-xx-xxxCourse selected from the Thai and Global Citizenship Course Group3xxx
0x-xx-xxxCourse selected from the Technology and Innovation Enhancement Course Group3xxx
05-710-101Microeconomics I3306
05-210-101Principles of Marketing3306
05-310-101Principles of Management3306
Total15

Year 1 / Semester 2

Course CodeCourse TitleCreditsLecturePracticeSelf-Study
01-xx-xxxCourse selected from the Thai and Global Citizenship Course Group3xxx
01-xx-xxxCourse selected from the Languages for Communication Course Group3xxx
0x-xx-xxxCourse selected from the Entrepreneurship Development Course Group3xxx
05-710-102Macroeconomics I3306
05-710-103Mathematics for Economists3306
05-510-039Business Spreadsheet Applications3225
Total18

Year 2 / Semester 1

Course CodeCourse TitleCreditsLecturePracticeSelf-Study
0x-xx-xxxCourse selected from the Technology and Innovation Enhancement Course Group3xxx
05-290-304Digital Marketing Tools for Modern Entrepreneurs3144
05-710-204Microeconomics II3306
05-710-206Statistics for Economists3225
05-710-207Modern International Trade Economics3306
05-xxx-xxxMajor Elective I3xxx
Total18

Year 2 / Semester 2

Course CodeCourse TitleCreditsLecturePracticeSelf-Study
01-xx-xxxCourse selected from the Languages for Communication Course Group3xxx
05-410-103Principles of Accounting3306
05-710-205Macroeconomics II3306
05-710-309Contemporary Industrial Economics3306
05-610-205Business Finance3306
05-xxx-xxxMajor Elective II3xxx
Total18

Year 3 / Semester 1

Course CodeCourse TitleCreditsLecturePracticeSelf-Study
0x-xx-xxxCourse selected from the Technology and Innovation Enhancement Course Group3xxx
05-000-301Professional Experience Preparation1021
05-440-201Application of SAP Business One in Business Processes3225
05-710-308Public Finance3306
05-711-305Monetary and Banking Economics3306
05-711-306Project Analysis and Evaluation3306
05-711-303Data Analytics for Economists in the Digital Era3225
Total19

Year 3 / Semester 2

Course CodeCourse TitleCreditsLecturePracticeSelf-Study
05-710-310Introduction to Econometrics3225
05-710-311Research Methods in Economics3225
05-711-302Operations Research in Economics3306
05-711-304Managerial Economics for Decision-Making in the Digital Era3225
05-xxx-xxxMajor Elective III3xxx
xx-xxx-xxxFree Elective I3xxx
Total18

Year 4 / Semester 1

Select one of the following alternatives. The semester total is 6 credits.

Course CodeCourse TitleCreditsLecturePracticeSelf-Study
Option 105-000-302 Cooperative Education 60400
Option 205-000-401 Practical Training after Completion of Theoretical Coursework 60400
Total6

Year 4 / Semester 2

Course CodeCourse TitleCreditsLecturePracticeSelf-Study
05-711-301English for Economists3225
05-xxx-xxxInternship Course or Business Economics Practicum3063
05-xxx-xxxMajor Elective IV3xxx
xx-xxx-xxxFree Elective II3xxx
Total12

Study-plan credit check: 15 + 18 + 18 + 18 + 19 + 18 + 6 + 12 = 124 credits.

12. Career Opportunities after Graduation

Graduates of the program may pursue careers in the following fields:

  • Economist
  • Analyst, planner, or academic/professional officer in private-sector organizations, government agencies, and state enterprises
  • Financial consultant or analyst in financial institutions and capital markets
  • Economic and business researcher or forecaster
  • Entrepreneur or business owner
  • Other related professions

13. The Date of Writing the Programme Specifications

  • The University Council approved the revised curriculum, B.E. 2567 (2024), at Meeting No. 11/2566 held on November 29, 2023.
  • The University Council approved the amendments to the B.E. 2567 (2024) curriculum, effective from Semester 2 of Academic Year B.E. 2568 (2025), at Meeting No. 11/2568 held on November 26, 2025.

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Bachelor of Economics Program in Business Economics

Faculty of Business Administration

Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi