BA in Economics in Morgantown United States | West Virginia University

The Bachelor of Arts program is tailored for students seeking to blend core economics education with a broad liberal arts curriculum. Beyond general education and related course requirements, students enjoy over forty credit hours of flexible elective options. Economics majors learn to assess both apparent and hidden costs and benefits of decisions. Economists develop expertise in uncovering the true impacts of choices - a skill highly prized across business and government sectors. This major proves valuable for careers in banking, corporate fields, diplomacy, legal professions, policy-making, and any domain requiring strong analytical decision-making abilities. Employers actively seek economics graduates at both bachelor's and advanced degree levels. Leading companies like Amazon and Microsoft have recently expanded their hiring of economists to enhance pricing models, strategic planning, and data-driven corporate decisions.