Curricula

In our fast changing world, economists analyze and develop useful solutions to a wide range of important and interesting problems. They are active participants in the processes and institutions through which society addresses matters of current interest. Economists help political bodies, businesses and other organizations make better decisions through the development of market strategies, the implementation of regulatory structures, and the adoption of appropriate government policies.  Increasingly, economists are taking advantage of new technologies, enabling them to directly design and implement new and emerging markets.

In order to accommodate students’ wide variety of goals, three degree options are available: Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Bachelor of Science in Economics, and Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Economics.   All three have been designed to provide students with a solid understanding of the central ideas of economics, while maintaining the flexibility necessary to meet the needs of a diversity of career paths. Graduates of the program gain employment as economic analysts in both the private and public sectors, pursue advanced professional degrees in business, law and public policy, as well as enter into Ph.D. programs in economics, finance, and related fields. For students who major in other areas, the program offers both a second major and a minor in economics.

Members of the Undergraduate Economics Curriculum Committee are:

• Dennis Epple (Chair)
• George-Levi Gayle
• Marvin Goodfriend
• Carol B. Goldburg
• Patrick Sileo
• Stephen Spear
• Stanley Zin

The Undergraduate Economics Program is supported by both the Tepper School of Business and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Economics majors are considered members of both colleges and enjoy their full support and services. Through this unique arrangement, our students benefit from the best of the liberal arts and professional approaches to education.