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Bachelor's Degree in Economics

School of Accounting, Finance and Economics

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration
Major: Economics
Hours: 120

Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics

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Economics Overview

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics at Âé¶¹Ó³»­Ó°Òô may be a good fit for you if you are interested in government policy and political science, you are a critical thinker with a scientific mind, and/or are concerned for the welfare of the public sector.

This degree will help you understand how people interact within markets to get what they want or accomplish goals. Soon, you could be an expert on the science of wealth! This program aims to meet the needs of students seeking a broad understanding of the economic principles that govern economic and business activity. 

You will learn to think critically about social issues, while also acquiring a solid foundation for careers in business, economics, government and law. This program will also prepare you for graduate study in economics. Your professors and course work will teach you the art of thinking logically, which straightens the path to success in any field.

Economics Courses You May Take

Economics of Entrepreneurship: Comprehensive analysis and practice exercises in entrepreneurship. Studies include demand analysis; pragmatic economic feasibility studies; identification and use of resources; function and use of profits.

Money and Banking: Students will learn about the role of money in the payments system and as a store of wealth, how financial instruments are used to transfer resources from savers to borrowers and to transfer risk, how these financial instruments are traded in financial markets, how interest rates are determined in the bond market, the key services provided by banks and other depository institutions, government regulation of the financial system, and the role of central banks, such as the U.S. Federal Reserve system, in monitoring and stabilizing the economy.

Macro Economics: A descriptive-analytical approach to the dynamic forces that influence the aggregate level of economic activity. Income and employment determinants; levels of income and employment, stabilization theory; investment and income relationship; monetary and fiscal policies.

Managerial Economics: The application of the techniques of economic analysis to managerial problems of business enterprises utilizing a problem solving or case study approach. Goals of the firm; business forecasting; demand analyses; cost analysis; game theory; pricing policies; governmental relations.

International Business Law: This course will provide students with a broad overview of how international rules shape global commerce. Basic market-entry strategies and risks of business when expanding into international markets, and the laws that affect the decision will be explored. This will include an examination of the sources of international business law, the relationship between such law and the U.S. legal system, the choice of law in international business disputes, the special issues that arise when doing business with foreign governments, the law governing international sales and the shipment of goods, and international intellectual property protection. In addition, the relationship between law and culture involved in international business transactions will be examined.

Career Paths for Economics

When you graduate from this program, you will be able to continue to a career as a business professional, lawyer, consultant, government or non-profit worker, professor, researcher or educator.

Primary Careers

Advisor, analyst, statistician

Career Areas

  • Government, all levels
  • Policy work
  • Non-profit work
  • Research
  • Education

Median Salary

$77,520

Types of Employers

  • Non-profit organization
  • Government agencies
  • Private, for-profit companies
  • Law firms
  • Accounting firms
Dr. James SlaydonDr. James Slaydon
Professor and Chair, Economics and Finance
Faculty Member NameDr. J.Y. Choi
Professor
Economics
Faculty Member NameDr. Karen Neuhauser
Associate Professor
Finance
Faculty Member NameDr. Jimmy Moss
Professor
Finance