Economics
Bachelor of Science
Introduction
From global markets to everyday decisions, economics continues to shape the world around us. This interdisciplinary major prepares you for a future at the intersection of business and society.
Blending business and social science, a degree in economics can lead to rewarding careers in banking, finance, sales, consulting, education, government, and nonprofit work. An economics major is also excellent preparation for graduate programs in business and law.
Gain Valuable Experience
Witness economics in action through internships, research, service, study abroad, or even student employment. These experiences allow you to grow not just academically, but also professionally.
Stand Out with Certification
Work toward your Certified Business Economist (CBE) certification. JCU was the first school in the nation to offer this exciting industry credential in conjunction with a bachelor’s degree.
Academics
Program Overview
Rooted in a commitment to service, our economics major explores the big picture. You’ll learn to think critically, understand what drives decisions, and gain the insight to connect global trends with local impact.
As you learn about markets, resources, supply chains, sustainability, and human behavior, you’ll also develop communication, analytical, and problem solving skills to help businesses, organizations, and communities thrive in a changing world.
Learning Outcomes
When you major in economics at John Carroll, you will gain:
- knowledge of microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, and market failure, and the ability to apply them to domestic and global economic issues.
- the skills necessary to identify and analyze the economic dimensions of individual, firm, and social problems.
- the ability to use an economic way of thinking to identify solutions to problems that are unfamiliar.
- the ability to recognize the limitations of proposed solutions to individual, firm, and social problems and situations.
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Option
You can choose to earn your economics degree through the College of Arts and Sciences. This is an ideal option for students looking to add economics as their second major.
Related Programs
Still deciding on your program of study at JCU or considering a second major? Here are some other academic areas to explore.
Pathways
Your Path Forward Starts Here
Plan your future from day one. Finish faster with accelerated degrees or secure your spot with early assurance partnerships.
4 years
Bachelor of Science
Prepare for meaningful careers where business and society intersect with an economics major at John Carroll. Plus, become a certified business economist.
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Your MBA, Accelerated
Future in Focus
Nine graduate credits count toward both degrees—building executive-level skills while completing your bachelor's. You pay your undergraduate tuition rate with financial aid applied. An MBA for the cost of a few extra courses.
A JD in Less Time, for Less
Future in Focus
Your first year of law school counts as your senior year at JCU—so you earn both degrees in six years instead of seven. That's a full year of law school tuition you'll never pay.
Onward
JCU's Distinct Promise
Pathways are just the beginning.
Onward makes them happen.
From your first semester forward, Onward connects your goals with the people, experiences, and support that help you build momentum with purpose.
Complementary Minors
Careers
Where Our Alumni Go
JCU economics alumni succeed in a variety of roles in industries of all kinds.
