Bachelor of Arts in Economics

The economics program develops a logical, consistent and rigorous method of thinking about the world and its problems. The economic way of thinking can be applied to a wide variety of topics including inflation, unemployment, financial markets, international trade, poverty, income inequality, currency depreciation, monopoly power, bank failures, sports, budget deficits and health-care costs. The Department of Economics offers two majors and a minor in economics. All three programs are designed to provide excellent career-entry skills and those skills providing preparation for possible career shifts.