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Economists assist organizations across sectors—businesses, nonprofits, and government entities—in making pivotal choices that shape their success, financial health, and growth trajectory. Mastering economic analysis equips you with a powerful toolkit to drive change in areas you care about most. From shaping climate policies to enhancing corporate competitiveness, an economics degree empowers you to create tangible, positive change globally.
You'll gain expertise in evaluating specific markets and understanding how government policies influence economic outcomes. Our program develops your quantitative analysis and problem-solving abilities, enabling you to assess societal and corporate challenges while determining the appropriate balance between market forces and policy interventions.
The economics major offers customizable coursework, allowing you to pursue study abroad programs, internships, or even a second major. You can also explore combined degree options, pairing the BS in Economics with graduate programs like law (JD), business (MBA), accounting (MS), or journalism (MS). Quinnipiac provides exceptional opportunities to maximize your academic experience.