Bachelor [Economics] From Western New England University

The program is offered by Western New England University. As an Economics major you'll obtain the analytical tools to forecast and understand a variety of social, political, and business issues through internships and practical research. Economics is a popular choice as a double major with Finance, Mathematics, or International Studies. Economics is one of the most popular minors at the University.

Why Choose Economics?

Economics is one of the great social sciences. It encompasses how human beings interact with their world and investigates the great mysteries of how people can attempt to control their lives. Economists are in the important profession of helping businesses, governments, organizations, and citizens see trends, assess risks, and take advantage of opportunities. Because economics is such a critical area of policymaking, it is vital to have a significant understanding of its workings.

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities are available in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Typical employment might be in banking, with public sector agencies such as a board of health, with the federal government, as a stockbroker, in secondary level teaching, or in private sector management. Students with economic degrees may pursue graduate studies in economics, law, business, and public administration. Students with just one year of graduate training may enter Federal Civil Service, or upon completion of a graduate degree, teach at the college level. Our alumni have been hired at Regional Economic Models, Inc. (REMI), Pennsylvania State University, Capitol Capital Group LLC, American Honda Motor Company, Inc., Tacoma Public Utilities, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.