Undergraduate Programs
Undergraduate Programs
Why Major in Economics?
Economics is a social science that researches people and how they use their resources with a focus on the economic well-being of society. It can serve as good preparation for careers in business, government, law, and education.
A bachelor’s degree in economics, particularly our BA in Mathematical Economics and Economic Theory, is a great foundation for graduate programs in economics, law, public administration, international affairs, environmental science, management science, or business. A degree in economics also has higher mid-career salaries than finance, accounting, and business majors.
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The bachelor of arts degree with a major in economics prepares students for a variety of careers in business and government. The degree also provides the foundation for teaching in elementary and secondary schools and for more advanced study in economics, business, law, and other related fields.
This degree is approved for distance education by the WASC Senior College & University Commission (WSCUC).
BA Econ Program Checklist 2023-24
2023-2024 Catalog Year
The bachelor of arts degree with a major in business economics provides students with the tools of economic analysis and their application in a business environment. The business economics major prepares students for careers in the private or public sector. Students completing this major will have a solid foundation in microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, and quantitative methods. They will have also completed courses in international economics and business administration. The bachelors degree in business economics is excellent preparation for graduate study in economics, business administration, public administration, and law.
This degree is approved for distance education by the WASC Senior College & University Commission (WSCUC).
BA Bus Econ Major Checklist 2023-24
2023-2024 Catalog Year
The Bachelor of Arts in Economics with an option in Mathematical Economics and Economic Theory provides students with the tools of economic analysis with an emphasis on economic theory, economic optimization and statistics. This option is recommended for students interested in graduate study in economics.
This degree is approved for distance education by the WASC Senior College & University Commission (WSCUC).
BA Math Econ Program Checklist 2023-24
2023-2024 Catalog Year
The Minor in Economics is a 18-unit program available only to students who have not declared a major in Economics, Business Economics, or Economics Option in Mathematical Economics and Economic Theory.
Minor Econ Program Checklist 2023-24
2023-2024 Catalog Year
The Minor in International Economics is a 15-unit program available to any non-Economics or non-Business Economics major or non-Option in Mathematical Economics and Economic Theory major.
Minor Int'l Econ Program Checklist 2023-24
2023-2024 Catalog Year
