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Economics - BA, BS


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Jon M. Huntsman School of Business

Department of Economics and Finance

About This Degree:

Economics is the social science that analyzes the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in order to explain how economies work. Students in the economics major learn how to think critically, solve problems, work with numbers, in addition to a variety of other skills. The program also provides a strong grounding in economic theory, which helps open unique career opportunities that involve policy analysis. Students pursuing economics gain valuable research experience that prepares them for graduate school or various careers in business.

Multiple emphasis options are available in Economics: Economic Theory, Managerial Economics, Prelaw Economics, and International Economics and Trade, Quantitative Economic History, Financial Economics, Business Economics, Econometrics and Data Analysis.

Minimum University Requirements


Admission Requirements For This Program


First-Year and Transfer Students are admitted to the Huntsman School of Business based on USU’s Admission Requirements.  

Current USU Students in good standing qualify for admission into a Huntsman School major.

Huntsman School Admission Details: https://huntsman.usu.edu/undergraduate/apply

Additional Information


  • Elective credits needed will be determined on an individual basis (a student with continuing education, AP credits, and Language credits may not require additional elective credits).
  • Completing a minor is recommended to fulfill elective credits.
  • Individual and professional development opportunities are encouraged, see http://huntsman.usu.edu/programs/ for specific information.
  • Huntsman School of Business courses are limited to one repeat.

Economics Major Requirements (30-34 credits)


Completion with a 2.5 cumulative and major GPA is required for graduation. All major courses require a grade of C or better. Courses may not be taken on a pass/fail basis.

Financial Economics Emphasis


Econometrics and Data Analytics Emphasis


Economics Theory Emphasis


Pre-law Emphasis


Approved Economics Upper-Division Electives


Select 9 credits from the following courses:

Open Electives


Total elective credit is determined by General Education courses taken, degree type selected, additional credits earned, and any additional math or other prerequisite courses needed. Please consult your Academic Advisor for details.

Total Credits: 120


Suggested Degree Map - Economics BA, BS


Economics BA, BS - 4 Year Degree Map 

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