Economics
Gain in-depth knowledge of economic theory and policy to prepare for graduate study or a career in virtually any field with our degree in economics.
Why Earn Your BA in Economics?
With a degree in economics, you can work as a lawyer, economist, actuary, financial risk or data analyst, financial planner, economic researcher, financial consultant, or investment analyst. Many economics majors continue their education with a law degree or master’s degree in economics.
Why Major in Economics at Adelphi?
- You’ll be career-ready by the time you graduate, thanks to our unique Willumstad Winning Edge program. You’ll create your résumé, practice your interviewing skills, and get tech credentials like Microsoft Excel certification; you’ll get valuable experience through internships and job shadowing; and you’ll make career connections through our many networking opportunities. You’ll also have your own Edge adviser—in addition to your academic adviser—who will help you create a personalized economics major program geared to your career goals.
- You’ll create a unique program of study tailored to your interests in theory/analysis or policy.
- You’ll learn in small classes taught by faculty dedicated to your academic and career success.
- You’ll gain valuable internship and career opportunities through our program’s strong industry connections and network of successful alumni around the globe.
What Can You Do With a Degree in Economics?
Many students continue their education with a law degree or master’s degree in economics. You can work as a lawyer, economist, actuary, financial risk or data analyst, financial planner, economic researcher, financial consultant or investment analyst.
Apply what you have learned in your courses in real business settings.
Economics Degree Concentrations
This concentration emphasizes the quantitative tools of economic analysis, mathematical modeling, game theory, and econometrics. Its objective is to prepare graduates for quantitative work in the public or private sector, or for graduate study in economics.
This concentration emphasizes policy tools, with particular emphasis on fiscal, monetary, and exchange rate policies. The objective is to prepare graduates for public sector work as economic analysts, or for graduate study in economic policy.
Minors and Accelerated Options
Economics Minor
In today’s global economy, an economics minor can give you a major advantage. Explore accounting, finance, marketing, human resource management and other business topics in small, intermediate-level courses—taught by world-class faculty—that will give you marketable skills in critical and analytical thinking.
Plus One-Year MBA Option
Economics majors at Adelphi have the opportunity to accelerate their path to a rewarding professional career by completing an MBA with one additional year.
I have encountered the most passionate and dedicated professors in the economics department at Adelphi. Studying economics has not only prepared me for a future of being a great economist, but it has also impacted the way I think about human life.
Economics Degree Program Info
Economics BA Application Requirements
To apply for this program, submit the appropriate application requirements:
Transformative Educational Opportunities
All undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College – fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- Levermore Global Scholars – preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- Study Abroad – providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective
Frequently Asked Questions about Economics Degrees
With a degree in economics, you can work in careers ranging from an economist or actuary, to a financial planner or an investment analyst. Additionally, many economics majors continue their education with a law degree or master’s degree in economics.
Adelphi’s Robert B. Willumstad School of Business offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics.
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