As a business economics major, you will develop strong critical thinking, analytical and research skills. You will also build a solid foundation in all areas of business – including marketing, finance and management .
If you choose the general option, you will have the flexibility to expand your knowledge and marketability by taking courses, inside or outside the business program, that complement your economics studies. If you pursue the finance option, you will explore how economic drivers – like economic growth, inflation and market regulations affect financial markets.
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Are interested in local, national and global issues
- Like working with numbers
- Are an analytical thinker
- Want a variety of career options
With this degree, you may become a:
- Credit analyst
- Financial analyst
- Industrial market analyst
- Loan officer
- Market analyst
- Bond trader
- Economic analyst
- General manager
- Insurance agent
- Lobbyist
- Purchasing analyst
- Budget analyst
- Environmental planner
- Import/export agent
- Investment broker
- Management consultant
- Politician
- Government official
- Real estate appraiser
