In Economics, students acquire skills for analyzing important and stimulating national and global problems. Various possible solutions are developed. Economics deals with many current issues facing our society, such as energy, inflation, unemployment, pollution, urban decay, as well as foreign trade and government budget deficits.
The study of Economics prepares students for graduate studies or careers in the private sector, government services, teaching, or research. Graduates with the Bachelor of Arts degree find that employment opportunities are greatest in business and government.
There are two programs of study: (1) Bachelor of Arts program requiring 36 hours in economics; and (2) a minor requiring 21 hours in economics.