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The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Economics delves into the realms of economic analyses with a strong foundation in the theory and application of economic principles. Within the context of a liberal arts education, the program provides a well-rounded knowledge of the history, institutions and the dynamic evolution of a world economy. It also prepares students to think analytically and critically about the moral and ethical issues that occur in the academic domains of economics. The degree provides a wide range of theoretical and applied aspects of day-to-day economic reality, which lays a basic foundation for a career in research, augments employability in businesses and prepares the student for further study toward a graduate or professional degree.

The program curriculum focuses on:

• The role of the market's pricing system in the smooth functioning of the economy, fiscal and monetary policies; basic economic models and theories; and
• Application of basic moral and ethical principles in the analysis of economic systems and practical public issues.

In addition to the 91¸£ÀûÉç Core Curriculum requirements, the program consists of 33 credit hours in Economics with remainder credit hours in other academic disciplines.

The credit hours earned for the completion of the Bachelor of Arts with a major in Economics may not be counted toward the completion of either the Bachelor of Arts with a major in Financial Economics or for earning additional minors in Economics or Financial Economics.

Individuals interested in pursuing an advanced degree may want to consider the 5-Year Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's Program in Economics or the Accelerated 6-Year (3+3) Law Scholars Program where they can earn a bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctor law degree in six years.