BA in Economics in Urbana United States | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics offers a comprehensive grounding in economic theory, statistical methods, and calculus, complemented by elective courses tailored to each student's academic interests and career aspirations, as endorsed by the Department. Learners can explore diverse economic disciplines or specialize in particular fields like Behavioral Economics, Financial Economics, Political Economy, International Economics, Public Economics, among others. The program cultivates analytical reasoning and quantitative proficiencies, including calculus and statistical analysis. These competencies enable students to formulate economic frameworks and policy recommendations for addressing real-world economic challenges. Economics majors will develop the ability to analyze intricate issues—including ambiguous problems—by employing microeconomic and macroeconomic theories alongside mathematical and statistical methodologies. They will learn to gather pertinent data, conduct statistical evaluations, and draw meaningful conclusions to substantiate economic propositions.