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Economics (B.A./B.S.)

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B.A.
B.S.
Brookings Main Campus

Decisions for the future.

Economics graduates tend to work in a variety of industries, including government, research, financial analysis and commodity risk management.

Economics prepares students to continue their studies in a graduate program. They will often go on to graduate studies in economics, business (MBA) or law school.

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Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
  • Enjoy math and working with numbers.
  • Are an analytical thinker.
  • Interested in local, national and global issues.
  • Enjoy research and theory.
  • May be interested in graduate or law school.

Job Outlook

Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
  • Banking
  • Business or financial analysis
  • Government
  • Graduate school
  • Investments
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
  • Economics Club
  • Investment Club
  • Finance, Insurance and Real Estate (FIRE)
Ready to take the next step?
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Suggested Certificates
Agricultural and Environmental Law Certificate
Agricultural and Environmental Law Certificate (Undergraduate)
Certificate
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Lobbying and Government Advocacy Certificate (Undergraduate)
Certificate
New Product and Venture Development Certificate
New Product and Venture Development Certificate (Undergraduate)
Certificate
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Public Service Certificate (Undergraduate)
Certificate
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Workplace Intercultural Competence Certificate (Undergraduate)
Certificate
Suggested Minors
Accounting minor
Accounting Minor
Minor
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Legal Studies Minor
Minor
Commodity Risk Management Students
Commodity Risk Management Minor
Minor
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Data Science Minor
Minor
Informatics Minor Students
Informatics Minor
Minor
Financial Counseling minor
Financial Counseling and Planning Minor
Minor
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Land Valuation and Rural Real Estate Minor
Minor
Suggested Accelerated Programs
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Economics (M.S.)
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Still Undecided?
If you are uncertain about your major and have questions about career planning, you are not alone. Choosing a major or career can be a very difficult decision. We're here to help.
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