BA in Economics in Boston United States | Boston University

The Economics major equips students with a solid foundation in both microeconomic and macroeconomic principles while developing essential empirical skills for applying economic analysis in today's data-centric environment. Alongside comprehensive training in theory and econometrics, the program offers flexibility for students to select specialized economics electives aligned with their interests, spanning diverse fields from financial economics to labor market studies, development economics, and beyond.

Learning Objectives
Grasp fundamental economic theories, including micro and macroeconomics, and utilize these frameworks to assess policies and real-world scenarios.
Develop specialized knowledge in specific economics subfields.
Identify relevant data sources for analyzing global events and employ suitable econometric techniques for data interpretation.