The Business Economics concentration focuses on the best ways to get the most benefit from scarce resources. It covers firms and organizations (microeconomics) and nations (macroeconomics). The concentration provides the conceptual basis for integrating knowledge of the functional areas of business administration in industry, government, and nonprofit organizations. By doing so, it opens the way not only to teaching, research, and consulting, but also to graduate study in business, government, and law.
The science of economics provides a useful framework for understanding many of the issues confronting the individual, the business world, and society at large. You may already know that economics offers the theoretical foundation for most of the other functional areas of business. On its own, a degree in economics gives you the rigorous, analytical training you need to succeed in today's job market. Sooner or later, you will be in charge, and your responsibilities will include deciding how to allocate scarce resources. This is where your economics kicks in.
Topics Covered
- International Trade and Finance
- Development Economics
- Environmental Economics
- Industrial Organizations
- Game Theory
- Urban Economics
- Public Economics
- Econometrics
Careers
Economics, the science of the production and distribution of wealth, is a dynamic field, and a degree can offer you a diverse range of careers in the public or private sector. Economists play important roles as advisors who help to establish policy, evaluate markets, and study poverty; economic consultants who help businesses to make economic decisions; and brokers who manage stock portfolios for small and large corporations.
Some examples include, but are not limited to: accountant or auditor of publicly or privately held companies, government agencies, or not-for-profit organizations; consultant in firms providing professional advisory services; public, private, or personal tax specialist; financial analyst; forensic accountant; internal auditor; information technology auditor.
Employment of economists is projected to grow 8 percent through 2028, faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Typical Job Titles
- Economist
- Economic Researcher
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Analyst
- Risk Management Specialist
- Management Consultant
- Market Research Analyst
- Business Economist
- Financial Planner
- Public Sector Role
AACSB-Accredited School of Business
The School of Business is accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), a distinction earned by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide. AACSB accreditation recognizes excellence in teaching, curriculum, faculty expertise, and student outcomes. For students, this means earning a degree from a globally recognized business school that is committed to rigorous academic standards, continuous improvement, and career-focused education. For employers and graduate programs, AACSB accreditation signals a high-quality business education.
