Is Business Economics a good major?

Yes, Business Economics is a good major for those who have a keen interest in business cycles and forecasting, risk analysis, and economic theory. Business Economics happens to be in very high demand—and very lucrative—especially in the finance world. As a business economics major, you will be prepared for a thrilling career as an analyst in investment banking, government, or even public policy.

Careers for Business Economics majors

Business Economics is a good major with a wide array of career options in many different industries. Learning about the jobs available with a degree in Business Economics can help you determine if it’s the right educational program for you. Business Economics majors can find work as:

Business Planner
Commodity Trader
Corporate Consultant
Corporate Manager
Economist
Entrepreneur
Accountant
Banker
Brand Strategist
Business Ethics Consultant
Executive Assistant
Financial Advisor
Financial Analyst
Fund Manager
Government Worker

Industry Analyst
Public Policy Analyst
Public Relations Representative
Retail Strategist
Risk Analyst
Stock Analyst
Trader
Venture Capitalist
Logistics Specialist
Magazine Contributor
Marketing Director
Market Researcher
Political Advisor

Business Economics major salary

Business Economics is a good major in the United States with a limited number of job roles to explore. There is no standard salary for any Business Economics job. Your salary also depends on if you’re working in the private or public sector. Average wages differ depending on job title and responsibilities. The average Business Economics major graduate salary is $74,971 annually in the United States.

Some core courses/classes in Business Economics major:

Business and Society
Business Ethics
Organizational Behavior
Descriptive Analytics & Data Management
Applied Econometrics
Business Law
Managerial Economic
Financial Management
Organizational Behavior
Fundamentals of Marketing
Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
Intermediate Microeconomics
Stats for Business & Econ
Managerial Accounting
Intermediate Macroeconomics
Financial Management
Applied Econometrics
Principles of Microeconomics
College Algebra
Principles of Macroeconomics
Information Systems
Calculus
Principles of Financial Accounting
Fundamentals of Marketing
Business and Society

How Long Does It Take to Earn a Business Economics Degree?

Four years. However, the amount of time it takes to earn your bachelor’s in business economics will vary. For example, the number of courses you take each term, the number of terms your program offers each year, and the number of college credits you’ve already earned, will all factor into how long it will take you to finish.

What are other majors related to Business Economics?

Consumer economics major
Econometrics and quantitative economics major
Economics major
International economics major
Business administration and management major
Business administration, management and operations major
Business family and consumer sciences/human sciences major
Business statistics major
Business, management, marketing, and related support services major
Business/commerce major
Business/corporate communications major

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