About the Program
Economics extends beyond just the concepts of money, profits, and the stock market. It provides a unique lens-focusing on incentives, choices, and markets-to discern the root causes and uncover solutions for enduring societal challenges. Through this lens, we can illuminate pressing topics like production, education, crime, the environment, international trade, immigration, health care, economic growth, poverty, and beyond.
The Bachelor of Science in Economics is structured around essential economic theories and empirical methods. It equips students entering careers in the private, non-profit, and public sectors with the tools essential for their professional roles.
Beyond the foundational Business and Economics courses, the program boasts ten distinctive interdisciplinary concentrations. These concentrations empower students to mold the curriculum in alignment with their policy interests and post-graduate industry aspirations.
Student Outcomes
Although many positions as a professional economist necessitate graduate training, the BS in Economics offers students a robust, interdisciplinary education. This equips them with foundational knowledge and sharp analytical and quantitative skills. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers in various sectors and industries. Additionally, they are positioned favorably for admission into graduate programs in fields such as economics, entrepreneurship, finance, political science, sociology, or law.
Upon completing the B.S. in Economics, students will be able to:
- Apply economic reasoning and interdisciplinary tools to interpret social phenomena, pinpoint the root causes of enduring societal challenges, and propose informed solutions.
- Locate, organize, and analyze relevant data employing statistical analysis and causal inference methods to uncover and predict economic relationships and phenomena.
- Articulate research findings effectively to diverse audiences, including academics, the business community, policymakers, and the general public.
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