Economics Major
Major or Minor
The study of economics at Bethel University provides students with a well-rounded liberal arts education, intentionally integrating the Christian faith with the study of economic activity. You will develop skills in analysis and decision-making by thoroughly grounding yourself in the theory and practice of economic reasoning.
16,000+
local businesses provide internships and employment opportunities
11:1
student-to-faculty ratio
100%
of students receive some form of financial assistance
Economics & Finance Major
The program prepares students to work in business, finance and public policy-related fields and is especially appropriate for students planning to attend law school or graduate programs in economics, business and public administration.
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Program – 4 Years
Courses will include:
- Fundamentals of Accounting
- Business Law
- Computer Applications
- Applied Calculus
- Applied Mathematics for Business
- Principles of Macroeconomics & Microeconomics
- Intermediate Macroeconomics & Microeconomics
- Management Finance
- International Economics
- Money & Banking
- Principles of Investments
Economics Minor
Courses will include:
- Principles of Macroeconomics & Microeconomics
- Intermediate Macroeconomics & Microeconomics
- Management Finance
- International Economics
- Money & Banking
- Principles of Investments
Prepare for an exciting future as a:
- Economic consultant
- Financial analyst
- Policy analyst
Recent graduates have found job placements at companies such as:
- Acton Institute
- House of Representatives
- Illinois Policy Institute
- Charles Koch Foundation
You’ll gain career-shaping skills such as:
- Analysis and decision-making
- Theory and practice of economic reasoning
- How to critically evaluate public policies
- Investment portfolio analysis
Recent students have received internships at companies such as:
- Acton Institute
- Charles Koch Foundation
- Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
“Bethel provides you with a way of thinking about the world that’s different than a lot of places, and with a Christian worldview. There are just genuinely good and honest people [who] carry themselves with a lot of integrity.”
Economics Major Highlights
The economics program prepares students to work in business, finance and public policy-related fields and is especially appropriate for students planning to attend law school or graduate programs in economics, business and public administration.
Also Consider These Areas of Study
As you’re pursuing a degree in economics, you may want to look into the following degrees as well:
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Meet Our Faculty
Aaron Schavey
Professor of Business; Chair of Business Department
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