The specialization in economics provides students with knowledge of analytical methods for solving basic problems affecting profit and growth of the business organization. In addition, economics offers courses that are fundamental to forecasting, planning, and budgeting.
The Business Administration degree with an economics specialization will prepare you to be a business professional who understands the environment in which business operates and can analyze how economic principles impact business operations. In addition, you will learn about the functional areas of modern business and the ethical and global issues confronting business today along with the economic, social, political, and legal environments in which business decisions are made. Practice in making decisions using quantitative and analytical skills are complemented with leadership and team-building skills. The curriculum is delivered using a variety of methods including analysis of business cases and other experiential exercises as well as co-curricular activities.
Graduates of the program are qualified for careers in administration and management of business firms, in banking and insurance, and in federal, state and local government agencies. In this extremely competitive economy, it is more important than ever to strategically analyze the economy to understand the environment in which businesses operate. SIUE graduates have been successful in obtaining positions in a variety of financial services companies such as EdwardJones, State Farm Insurance, and Northwestern Mutual, in addition to local, regional and national banks such as TheBANK of Edwardsville, USBank, and Regions Bank. Graduates have also been successful in obtaining positions in government agencies. Students are strongly encouraged to obtain professional experiences through co-operative education, internship and other co-curricular activities prior to graduation.
Admission to the School of Business is through a selective, competitive application process. Students must first apply to SIUE and be admitted, then complete a set of prerequisite courses before applying for admission to the School of Business. Additional information regarding admission to all undergraduate programs is available on the School of Business website and in the undergraduate catalog. Students are encouraged to work closely with their academic advisor as they make plans to apply for admission to the School of Business.
