Picture yourself as a consultant for Fortune 500 organizations. Imagine working to affect policy in Washington, D.C., or running a nonprofit dedicated to reducing scarcity in developing nations. Do you see yourself in government, taking a seat at the United Nations, or working for an international organization?
Economics gives you the tools to analyze events and predict the future based on historical trends. They study decision-making, both on an individual and global scale. When broadly applied, economics can impact everyday life and how we organize, plan, and manage our lives.
Economics is foundational to a number of career paths. Let the Offutt School of Business help you decide which one to take.
The business major offers seven concentrations. The business major with an economics concentration includes coursework in micro and macroeconomic theory, global development issues, and business analysis and strategic management.