Bachelor of Arts in Economics/ Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance

University of Colorado - Denver

The Economics Major provides flexibility and opportunity and can take you in many directions, both inside and outside of the field of economics. In fact, most economics majors do not work as economists, but in business careers of all varieties. The analytical and quantitative skills that one acquires as an economics major are much in demand in the job market and are also highly attractive to law schools and MBA programs. Whatever your career plans, economics training can give you the edge you need to further your long-term goals. An economics major equips you with technical skills for investigating cause-and-effect relationships. Economists have the expertise to evaluate real-world data in a way that discovers patterns and predictability. In this respect, they can design strategies for individuals, firms, and governments that circumvent the harmful effects of economic disruptions. The keen analytical skills of an economics major who also understands financial markets are sought by businesses and institutions looking for knowledgeable leaders who can make informed decisions in dynamic environments. The Economics Department at CU Denver is comprised of energetic, internationally recognized scholars who are publishing their cutting-edge research in prominent academic journals. In addition to their scientific publications, CU Denver economics professors have a direct impact on policy through avenues such as consulting for members of the US Congress and various branches of the Colorado state government, conducting federally funded policy-oriented research, and participating in local and national conferences and seminars. This research activity of the department allows the students to gain exposure to knowledge and tools at the frontiers of economic analysis. In addition, students receive the most up-to-date information and the latest analysis of such topics as taxation, the effectiveness of poverty programs, international trade and finance, economic foreign policy, the consequences of government intervention in the economy, the economic analysis of race and sex discrimination, and many other contemporary topics. Research publications of CU Denver professors can be found on faculty member's profiles.