Bachelor's Degree in Economics
SUU's Economics program offers a cutting-edge curriculum focused on decision-making by individuals, businesses, and governments. Students gain analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative!) to evaluate choices and prepare for diverse careers.
School: Business
Department: Economics
Economics is the study of how people make choices and is one of the most popular majors at top institutions around the world. It is also popular with students who wish to double-major because it pairs so well with most disciplines. Majors in economics at SUU in recent years have also studied management, marketing, finance, accounting, law, political science, psychology, math, computer science, chemistry, nutrition, communication, French, Spanish, and English.
Electives Taught in Economics
- Health Economics
- International Trade and Finance
- Human Resource Economics
- Gender Economics
- Econometrics
- Law and Economics
- Development Economics
- Managerial Economics
- Sports Economics
- Advanced Econometrics
Career Options for Economics Majors
Graduates pursue careers in general business, government, financial services, and consulting. Common roles include manager, researcher, and analyst. Accredited by AACSB, SUU offers a high-quality education, equipping graduates for careers in business, government, financial services, and consulting, as well as preparation for MBA or Law programs.
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Advanced Research Opportunities
The SUU Economics program features the SUU Working Paper Series (SUUWP), established in 2019. Students conduct original research, present at academic conferences, and publish their findings.
Engaged Learning Community
The faculty in economics are not just great teachers. All the faculty in our department have active research agendas. Students are frequently invited to join research projects and participate in academic conferences. Faculty involvement in research and consulting enriches classroom learning, preparing students for real-world applications.
Accredited Excellence
SUU's Economics program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), ensuring a high-quality education comparable to Ivy League standards at an affordable price.